What’s the Purpose of the Fabric Strip Across Hotel Beds?

place it on a chair or at the foot of the bed.

Or, if you prefer, simply move it aside.

There is no special hotel etiquette that requires you to leave it in place while sleeping.

Can You Take the Bed Runner Home?

No—unless the hotel specifically gives you permission or offers it for sale.

A bed runner is hotel property, just like the sheets, towels, pillows, and duvet.

If you love the design, ask the front desk whether the hotel sells its bedding or decorative items. Some hotel brands