it isn’t specifically designed as a seat. Its position at the foot of the bed makes it useful as a decorative and protective layer.
Myth #3: “You’re supposed to sleep under it.”
No.
A bed runner is generally an outer decorative/protective layer, not part of the normal sleeping layers.
If you find it uncomfortable, simply move it aside before going to sleep.
Myth #4: “It is always washed between guests.”
That’s not something that can be guaranteed.
Hotel housekeeping standards differ, and individual hotels have their own laundry procedures.