A pair of plush white hotel slippers neatly placed on a luxurious marble bathroom floor, with a folded white towel and elegant hotel amenities in the background

National Hotel Slipper Day is a quirky holiday celebrating the comfort and luxury of hotel slippers, promoting relaxation and self-care while highlighting an essential aspect of hospitality culture.

Quick Facts

When is it?: March 1st annually
Tagged as: Hospitality & Comfort Day
What’s the hashtag?: #HotelSlipperDay
When was it founded?: 2019
Who founded it?Hotels.com

History

The holiday originated from a unique marketing campaign by Hotels.com, inspired by Justin Bieber’s well-known fondness for hotel slippers. What started as a promotional event has evolved into a global celebration of comfort and hospitality traditions.

Timeline

• 1910: Hotels begin offering complimentary slippers as amenities
• 1950: Luxury hotels introduce branded slippers
• 2008: Introduction of sustainable hotel slippers
• 2019: Hotels.com establishes National Hotel Slipper Day
• 2020: The holiday gains global recognition

Dates by Next Year

YearDateDay
2024Mar 1Friday
2025Mar 1Saturday
2026Mar 1Sunday

Observed

Hotels worldwide participate by offering special slipper-themed promotions, while individuals celebrate by enjoying cozy moments in their favorite hotel or home slippers.

Fun Facts About

• Hotel slippers originated from Asian customs of removing shoes indoors
• Luxury hotels discard millions of single-use slippers monthly
• Some hotels now offer sustainable, reusable slipper options
• Many hotels are shifting towards on-demand slipper services

Quiz

  1. When is National Hotel Slipper Day celebrated?
  2. Which company founded this holiday?
  3. What year did sustainable hotel slippers emerge?

(Answers: March 1st, Hotels.com, 2008)

FAQs

• Can I take hotel slippers home? Yes, most hotels expect guests to keep them
• Are hotel slippers recyclable? Some hotels now offer eco-friendly options
• Why do hotels provide slippers? For guest comfort and cultural considerations

Importance of National Hotel Slipper Day

This day highlights the hospitality industry’s evolution while raising awareness about sustainable practices in hotel amenities and promoting self-care through simple comforts.

Related

• National Relaxation Day
• World Tourism Day
• International Housekeeping Week
• Global Recycling Day