bellmen
Hotel bag handlers
Bellmen is the plural of bellman, a hotel employee who carries guests' luggage, escorts them to rooms, and performs related services.
The term comes from the bell at the front desk that summons them: The bellmen loaded our bags onto a cart.
Also called bellhops.
Traveler's packed containers
- suitcasesRectangular travel bags
- bagsFlexible carrying containers
- trunksStorage chests or swimwear
- carry-onsBags you bring aboard
doorman · valet · concierge · elevator · escort · assistance · greeting · welcome
Baggage carrier or dark brew
- attendantOne who assists others
- pageboyAttendant or sleek hairstyle
- footmanUniformed domestic male attendant
- stewardManager for another
usher · doorman · concierge · houseman · skycap · redcap · baggage handler
Identical throughout
- brass buttonsMetal fasteners, gold-colored
- epaulettesOrnamental shoulder insignia
- glovesHand coverings with fingers
- name tagWorn identification label
badge · double-breasted · crisp · tailored · pillbox hat · gold trim · livery · vest
Commercial lodging establishment
- lobbyEntryway or influence-seeking
- foyerBuilding's entrance room
- entrancePoint of access
- receptionAct of receiving guests
resort · inn · revolving door · canopy · luggage cart · guest rooms · corridors · amenities
Payment beyond the bill
- tipsExtras for servers
- cashReady spending funds
- service chargeFee for being served
- appreciationRecognition of worth
luggage
Traveler's packed containers
carry-ons · doorman · valet · concierge · elevator · escort · assistance · greeting · welcome · check-in
porter
Baggage carrier or dark brew
- attendantOne who assists others
- pageboyAttendant or sleek hairstyle
- footmanUniformed domestic male attendant
steward · usher · doorman · concierge · houseman · skycap · redcap · baggage handler
uniform
Identical throughout
- brass buttonsMetal fasteners, gold-colored
- epaulettesOrnamental shoulder insignia
- glovesHand coverings with fingers
name tag · badge · double-breasted · crisp · tailored · pillbox hat · gold trim · livery · vest · formal
hotel
Commercial lodging establishment
reception · resort · inn · revolving door · canopy · luggage cart · guest rooms · corridors · amenities · accommodation
gratuity
Payment beyond the bill
- tipsExtras for servers
- cashReady spending funds
- service chargeFee for being served
appreciation · customary · palm · envelope
bellmengeneral managers
Senior operational executives
concierges · hotel guests · patrons · executives · supervisors