India, Oct. 14 -- Few things feel better than stepping into a clean hotel room after a long travel day - and few things feel worse than having to move rooms after you've already settled in. Before you toss your suitcase on the bed and kick off your shoes, you may want to do a check of your room first. From safety to cleanliness, hospitality experts share some tips to create a smoother, stress-free hotel stay.

Here's what you should do when you enter a hotel room, according to housekeeping.

Tips for a safe and comfortable hotel stay Start with safety A hotel room key in the lock | Image Credit: Daniel Balakov/Getty Images Before cleanliness, security should be your number one priority. "When you first enter your hotel room, start with sa...