Try to avoid ground-floor rooms, which outsiders can access more easily. Make sure your room door locks securely; lock any sliding-glass doors, windows and connecting room doors when you leave your room.
Don't discuss your room number in front of strangers.
Avoid displaying cash or jewelry in public. Don't leave cash, traveler's checks or other valuables in plain sight. Use the in-room safe for all valuables. Better to be safe then sorry.
When leaving your room, put the "do not disturb" sign on your door, and leave on the TV or radio. Don't display your room key in public or leave it at the hotel's restaurant or pool, where it could be stolen.
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