Non-closing curtains and hairdryers from hell won’t kill you – but you’ll feel dead inside Come on people, we deserve better! Photo: Getty Let’s start by stating the obvious – a hotel gripe is most definitely a first-world problem. Complaining that your room is too warm, or your curtains don’t close? If they are the only things you have to complain about, you’re having a pretty good life. Secondly, let two things be known – I love hotels, and I adore housekeeping staff.

They have a seriously tough job. And I know that because I’ve done it myself. Join the Irish Independent WhatsApp channel Stay up to date with all the latest news.