Hotel porters · Netherlands
Do you tip hotel porters in Netherlands?
Short answer
€1–2 per bag
A euro or two per bag.
OptionalCash preferred
Customary in upmarket hotels only. One to two euros a bag in cash — one of the few situations where you will actually want coins in the Netherlands.
Cash or card?
The Netherlands is close to cashless — many places take card or Dutch debit only. Terminals usually let you enter a total including a tip (a fooi), so say the amount you want before the server enters it.
Common questions
- Do you tip hotel porters in Netherlands?
- A euro or two per bag. Customary in upmarket hotels only. One to two euros a bag in cash — one of the few situations where you will actually want coins in the Netherlands.
- How much should you tip hotel porters in Netherlands?
- €1–2 per bag. A euro or two per bag.
- Can you tip by card in Netherlands?
- The Netherlands is close to cashless — many places take card or Dutch debit only. Terminals usually let you enter a total including a tip (a fooi), so say the amount you want before the server enters it.
More on tipping in Netherlands
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Editorial review pending. These figures reflect widely reported norms for Netherlands and have not yet been checked against cited sources.