Perfecting the late-night welcome

For guests arriving after 11 pm, I’m refining our arrival ritual to feel instantly restorative — soft corridor lighting, a warm chamomile-lavender infusion at the bedside, and a handwritten note. What subtle touches have genuinely helped you exhale within the first five minutes after a late arrival?

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But add a Wi‑Fi QR on the ‘handwritten note’ — no fumbling; bathroom nightlight?

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After 11 pm, pre-draw blackout curtains so guests ‘exhale’ before anything else.

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Auto-enable ‘Do Not Disturb’ for after 11 pm arrivals; tiny opt-out line on the note. Too presumptive?

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