Why U.S. Hotel Rooms Still Have Phones — Even in the Smartphone Era

Why U.S. Hotel Rooms Still Have Phones — Even in the Smartphone Era

With mobile apps handling everything from check-in to room keys, in-room phones feel outdated—but U.S. hotels keep them for safety, legal, and operational reasons. It’s the 21st century and people’s use of technology in hotels is just amazeballs. You make your reservations online You pay for your room electronically You may be able to check in electronically You may have the option to use your phone as your door key If you want food while stayi…