How much does it cost to have a smoking room at a hotel?

In foreign countries, the cost of smoking varies from one country to another, but there is one common point: it is all very expensive.
?? Overview of Smoking "Clean-Up Fees" in Different Countries
The table below summarizes the common fines in various countries, which can help you quickly understand the possible charges you might face.
Country/Region Common "Cleaning Fee" / Fine (in foreign currency) Common "Cleaning Fee" / Fine (approximate in RMB) Data Source and Notes
??🇸 United States $250 - $500+ Approximately 1,800 - 3,600+ yuan Disney Resort Hotel (250 - 500 US dollars); A Las Vegas hotel was charged 419 US dollars; The contract terms of a certain hotel require a minimum of 3,000 US dollars.
??🇵 Japan ¥30,000 - ¥50,000 Approximately 1,500 - 2,500 yuan Keiyu EX INN chain hotel charged 30,000 yen as compensation and special cleaning fee; A tourist was fined 50,000 yen.
??🇺 Europe €100 - €300+ Approximately 800 - 2,400+ yuan Germany BoxHotel cleaning fee 100 euros; Austria Schloss Seefels hotel cleaning fee 200 euros; Germany Bio-Seehotel cleaning fee 300 euros.
??🇰 Hong Kong 8,500 Hong Kong dollars Approximately 7,800 yuan A report stated that a female tourist was charged this fee for smoking at the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong.
??🇭 Thailand 3,000 Thai baht Approximately 600 yuan According to tourists' feedback, smoking in hotel rooms may result in a fine of 3,000 Thai baht.
??🇷 South Korea 100,000 Korean won Approximately 540 yuan In some accommodation places, smoking may result in a charge of 100,000 Korean won + cleaning fee.
??🇬 Singapore 1,000 Singapore dollars Approximately 5,400 yuan Most hotels prohibit smoking, and repeat offenders may face a fine of up to 1,000 Singapore dollars.
??🇦 Canada 300+ Canadian dollars Approximately 1,600+ yuan A tourist was fined 300+ Canadian dollars for smoking in a hotel room.
??🇪 United Arab Emirates 200 - 500 Dirhams Approximately 380 - 950 yuan Smoking in non-smoking areas in Dubai may result in a fine of this amount.
以上 prices are for reference only. The actual charges are subject to the final bill of the hotel. The exchange rate is approximately 1 US dollar ≈ 7.2 yuan, 100 Japanese yen ≈ 5 yuan, 1 euro ≈ 8 yuan, and 1,000 Korean won ≈ 5.4 yuan.
⚠️ A bill far beyond "cleaning"
It should be noted that this charge is far more than just "cleaning the room". Once smoking in a non-smoking room is confirmed, the fine is likely to be the minimum charge, and you may also face:
Huge compensation: Especially in countries like Japan where hygiene standards are extremely high. For instance, a Chinese tourist who smoked in a non-smoking room received a claim request of up to 750,000 yen (approximately 40,000 yuan) to compensate for the costs of replacing tatami mats, carpets, curtains, and the two-week loss of the hotel's operation.
Government fines: If you violate local laws, in addition to paying the hotel's "cleaning fee", you may also have to pay a fine to the local government. For example, smoking in certain beaches or public areas in Thailand, individuals may face fines ranging from 2,000 to 5,000 Thai baht.
Legal Consequences: In countries and regions with extremely strict smoking regulations, such as certain areas in Minnesota, smoking in a smoke-free room may constitute the crime of "minor misconduct"; in Singapore, repeated violations of the smoking ban may even result in imprisonment.
Check-in requirements: There are specific hotel terms stipulating that smoking may result in immediate eviction and the room fee will not be refunded.
Risk of unjustified charges: Modern detection devices can be extremely sensitive and may be triggered by substances such as hairspray, perfume, or steam, leading to "false alarms". Therefore, if you are charged when you are not smoking, it is necessary to take strong measures to fight for your rights.
Therefore, for a smooth journey and to keep your wallet safe, the safest approach is to consult the front desk about the designated smoking areas upon check-in and strictly abide by the rules.