International Housekeeping Appreciation Week: 13th-19th September 2026

Hotels across the UK celebrated the magnificent work of their housekeeping teams, with initiatives, activities, treats and gifts. Some of our UKHA members have sent in some pictures of their own team celebrations, giving us a wonderful glimpse into how hotels marked the occasion. 

Housekeeping Week is something we look forward to every year. It’s a chance to show our housekeeping teams just how much they are appreciated and to shine a light on the vital work they do behind the scenes, every single day.

This year, hotels found their own unique ways to celebrate - from raffles and prizes to tasting food from around the world, special breakfasts and lunches, team outings and fun competitions. Whatever the activity, the message was the same: thank you.

Recognition from the top really matters. When senior leaders get involved, take the time to say thank you and recognise the hard work of their teams, it sends a powerful message. Housekeeping isn’t simply another department, it is a vital part of the success and reputation of every hotel.

And of course, recognition shouldn’t be limited to just one week of the year. A simple thank you, a smile, a little kindness or simply taking the time to notice someone’s effort can mean so much.

Here’s to continuing to celebrate and recognise our amazing housekeeping teams – not just during Housekeeping Week, but every day.

Send your images to marketing@ukha.co.uk and we will add them to our gallery.

Housekeeping Appreciation Week

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