This mysterious piece of cloth at the end of hotel beds — anti-stain, warm, and great for holding things

When traveling and staying in hotels, have you ever wondered what that long piece of cloth at the foot of the bed is actually for? In fact, this cloth is called a “bedspread,” also known as a bed decoration towel or foot-of-bed towel. It’s used to prevent the bed from getting dirty and to decorate the guest room — every proper hotel uses it.

1. Decorate the room and add color

According to China Comment News Network, most hotels use white or light-colored sheets, which look clean and tidy but can appear monotonous and cold. That’s why bedspreads are usually dark-colored, such as red or reddish-brown, or are matched with various colors according to the hotel’s style, instantly bringing life to the white bed.

2. Prevent the quilt from slipping and provide warmth

Everyone has encountered the issue of hotel quilts being too light and easily slipping or getting messy. The heavy bedspread placed on top of the sheet prevents the quilt from shifting and also provides warmth.

3. Keep the bedding clean and tidy

Guest rooms have limited space, and travelers often sit on the bed to rest, eat, or even use it as a luggage spot. With a bedspread underneath, the sheets stay cleaner and are easier to wash.

4. Hold items

In high-end hotels, when room service delivers meals or items, they often place them on the bedspread. Aside from keeping the bed clean, guests can even eat in bed — a true blessing for the lazy. But unlike sheets, bedspreads aren’t always washed after each use, so remember to fold it aside when not in use to maintain hygiene.