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  • On Feb 13, 2010
    Crystal from NY Asked Note: This answer was provided prior to the change to planDisney and may still contain references to Disney Parks Moms Panel.

    Experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    I have been told that mousekeeping should be tipped. How much for a family of four and what all is included in mousekeeping?

    Hi Crystal,

    You could ask fifty people this question and get fifty answers I am sure. The official answer that I have always heard, is that mousekeeping is not considered a tipped position and therefore it is not necessary. A number of guests however do tip and the average is $1 per person per night for standard, or less expensive resorts, and $2 per person per night for upscale resorts. Your standard mousekeeping service will include the making of the beds, clean towels, garbage emptied, floors vacuumed and counter services wiped clean.

    I tip the mousekeepers about 50% of the time. If the service was very good, or I feel we left a particularly big mess to deal with (for example the time my son spilled m&m's everywhere), then I leave a note of thanks and a tip. You should do what you are comfortable with, and base it on the level of care you believe you received. If you do decide to leave a tip, be sure to leave it in an envelope marked Mousekeepers, or with a note so the Cast Member knows the money is for them to take.

    Hope this helps.
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Hiya friends. I’m Margaret, mom to four young men and wife to my Prince Charming. Raised on the southside of Chicago, we have now moved our castle to the suburban cornfields. We are a pin trading, Hidden Mickey hunting, resort hopping family who loves to debate the best Disney World resort or attraction over the dinner table. I am thrilled to share some of our favorite tips and tricks in hopes it will add even more magic to your Disney World adventure. Learn More About Margaret

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