Wellness Mind & Body 10 Ways to Make Any Hotel Room Healthier Vacations can wreak havoc with your lifestyle. From on-the-go meals to third-rate exercise facilities, it can be hard to stick with your normal eating, sleeping, and workout routines. But at least when it comes to your hotel room, these simple steps will make it a healthier place to hang out. By Tracey Minkin Published on May 21, 2013 Share Tweet Pin Email Wherever you're staying, these easy moves will make your visit better for you, according to Athletic Minded Traveler co-founder Jim Kaese. 01 of 10 Go smoke-free Istockphoto Ask for a nonsmoking floor when making your reservation. Not an option? Request a nonsmoking room. 02 of 10 Don't drink Getty Images Just say no to the minibar key when checking in. You'll save cash—and calories. 03 of 10 Toss the bed cover Istockphoto Bedspreads are notorious havens for dust mites (and worse). Stash it in the corner of the room. 04 of 10 Disinfect Getty Images Wipe down the TV remote and telephone with an antibacterial wipe before first use. 05 of 10 Don't reuse Istockphoto Avoid the reusable glasses, even if they have a paper cover on top (plastic sealed cups are preferable). 06 of 10 Bring your own snacks Istockphoto Keeping fruit (banana, apple), bottled water, and nuts or trail mix in your room helps ensure that you don't overdo it when eating out. 07 of 10 Make white noise Istockphoto Invest in a portable "soft-noise maker" if you're a super-light sleeper. 08 of 10 Get moving Turn a tiny hotel room into your own personal fitness center. Invest in a portable exercise kit in case your hotel doesn't have a workout room or pool. Or try this simple yoga routine, designed specifically with cramped hotel rooms in mind. 09 of 10 Do a renovation check Istockphoto Renovations are likely to be loud, and may stir up dirt and dust, so call ahead to make sure parts of the hotel aren't under construction. Unexpected maintenance? Ask to switch to a room farther away from the upkeep. 10 of 10 Note the exits Istockphoto Because you're in unfamiliar territory, take a few minutes to check out the exits closest to your room, just as a precaution. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit