Detailed Answer Regarding Whether Chinese Hotels Provide Toiletries and Converter Plugs

1. Toiletries

Do Chinese hotels provide toiletries? - Star-rated hotels (four stars and above): Typically, they offer a full set of disposable toiletries including toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, shower gel, conditioner, combs, razors, bath caps, slippers, etc. However, please note that due to China’s recent environmental protection policies, some high-end hotels may not proactively provide disposable items (such as toothbrushes) unless requested at the front desk or through room service. - Economy chain hotels (such as Home Inn, Hanting, 7 Days, etc.): Generally, they provide basic toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, shower gel, slippers), but the quality is relatively simple. If you have sensitive skin, it is recommended to bring your own. - Hostels or homestays: They might only provide towels and basic bathing products, sometimes requiring additional payment. It is suggested to confirm beforehand or bring your own.

Is it necessary to bring your own? - Recommended to carry: - If you have specific requirements for toiletry quality (such as conditioner, skincare products), or if you are staying at environmentally-friendly hotels/hostels, it is advisable to bring your own. - When traveling long-term or visiting remote areas, bringing your own is more reliable. - Not necessary to carry: For short stays at star-rated or economy hotels without special needs, you can rely on what the hotel provides.

2. Converter Plugs

Do Chinese hotels provide converter plugs? - Star-rated hotels: Some international chain hotels (such as Marriott, Hilton) may offer universal converter plugs, but the quantity is limited and should be reserved in advance by contacting the front desk. - Economy hotels and homestays: They typically do not provide converter plugs; it is recommended to bring your own.

Is it necessary to bring your own? - Strongly recommended to carry: - The standard voltage in China is 220V, and the plug types are mainly Type A (two flat pins), Type C (two round pins), and Type I (Australian three-pin). If your device plug is incompatible (such as European, American, British standards), you need to carry a universal converter plug. - If you need to charge multiple devices simultaneously, you can also carry a multi-port power strip (Chinese sockets are mostly two-hole or three-hole).

Alternative solutions: - Purchase converter plugs at airports, convenience stores (such as Family Mart, 7-11), or e-commerce platforms (JD.com, Taobao). The price is approximately 20-50 yuan. - Some hotel front desks offer rentals, but a deposit may be required.

3. Other Practical Suggestions

• Confirm in advance: When booking a hotel, check on the platform or call the hotel directly to ask whether they provide toiletries and converter plugs.
• Environmental policy: Major cities such as Shanghai and Beijing are gradually implementing the "no proactive provision of disposable items" policy. It is recommended to carry travel-sized toiletries.
• Children's supplies: Some family-oriented hotels provide children's toothbrushes/slippers, but prior communication is needed.
• Sensitive skin: Shampoos and shower gels provided by hotels may contain fragrances. It is suggested to bring your own travel-sized bottles.

Precautions

• Compatibility of converter plugs: Chinese sockets generally support 220V voltage, but some devices from certain countries (such as Japan, the United States) operating on 110V need to confirm if they support wide voltage (labeled 100-240V).
• Emergency purchase channels: If you forget to bring them, you can search for "converter plugs" or "toiletries" on food delivery platforms (such as Meituan, Ele.me), which can deliver within 30 minutes.