Traveling in the United States? Checking a bed bug registry before booking your accommodations is one of the smartest ways to avoid unpleasant surprises, and maybe sleep a little easier, too.
The original Bed Bug Registry website was once a popular public directory where guests could report bed bug sightings in hotels and apartments across the U.S. and Canada. Although it now appears inactive, there is another bed bug registry by state: Bedbug Reports, which lists recent bed bug reports by hotel name or state.
In addition to checking online databases, you should scan reviews on sites like TripAdvisor or check Google reviews for mentions of bed bugs, paying attention to both recent and repeated complaints. Cross-checking multiple sources helps verify accuracy and ensures you’re making an informed choice before you travel.
Before booking a hotel, it’s wise to check online for recent sightings using the resources mentioned above. Once you arrive, protect your belongings by keeping your luggage elevated on a smooth surface, like a table or countertop, or in the bathroom, until you’ve completed your inspection. Then, carefully inspect the room for signs of bed bugs before settling in. Look closely at mattress seams, bedding, bed frame joints, the headboard, and surrounding furniture, as well as baseboards and carpets, using a flashlight for better visibility.
If you suspect bed bugs in your hotel room, start by taking clear photos of the evidence—whether it’s live bugs, blood spots, or shed skins. Notify hotel management immediately and ask to be moved to a different room that is not next door, above, or below the suspected infested room.
To prevent bed bugs from hitchhiking home with you after traveling, keep your luggage isolated on hard surfaces during your stay and while inspecting your room. Once you return, wash all clothing in hot water and dry them on high heat to kill any potential bugs. Finally, thoroughly vacuum your suitcase, paying special attention to seams, pockets, and hidden crevices. See our separate page on how to get rid of bed bugs for more details.
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Online databases can offer insight into past issues, but aren’t always updated or verified. Always cross-check with other online sources to identify hotels with possible bed bug infestations.
Yes, you can do a bed bug search online using resources like TripAdvisor, Google reviews, and news searches to get current information on bed bugs at your destination.
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