This comprehensive checklist helps you verify that your hotel room meets all your accessibility needs before and during your stay. Use this checklist to ensure a comfortable and accessible hotel experience.

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Pre-Arrival Accessibility Checklist

Use this checklist before your arrival to ensure your accessibility needs are properly communicated and confirmed.

Communication and Confirmation

Pre-Arrival Checklist

  • ☐ Contacted hotel directly about accessibility needs
  • ☐ Requested written confirmation of accessibility features
  • ☐ Asked for photos of accessible room and bathroom
  • ☐ Verified specific accessibility features needed
  • ☐ Confirmed accessible room availability for dates
  • ☐ Requested accessibility equipment if needed
  • ☐ Obtained contact information for accessibility coordinator
  • ☐ Confirmed accessibility services available

Room Entry and Access Checklist

Check these essential accessibility features for room entry and access.

Doorway and Entry Accessibility

Entry Accessibility Checklist

  • ☐ Room doorway is at least 32 inches wide (preferably 36 inches)
  • ☐ No threshold or step at room entrance
  • ☐ Door handle is accessible (lever-style preferred)
  • ☐ Door can be opened and closed easily
  • ☐ Clear floor space in front of door (minimum 30x48 inches)
  • ☐ Door has automatic or easy-to-use locking mechanism

Room Layout and Space Checklist

Verify that the room layout provides adequate space and accessibility for your needs.

Room Space and Layout

Room Layout Checklist

  • ☐ Minimum 30x48 inches clear floor space in room
  • ☐ Clear path from door to bed (minimum 36 inches wide)
  • ☐ Clear path from bed to bathroom (minimum 36 inches wide)
  • ☐ Clear path to all room features (closet, desk, etc.)
  • ☐ No obstacles or furniture blocking pathways
  • ☐ Adequate space for wheelchair maneuvering

Bedroom Accessibility Checklist

Check that the bedroom area is accessible and meets your needs.

Bed and Bedroom Features

Bedroom Accessibility Checklist

  • ☐ Bed height is appropriate (20-30 inches from floor)
  • ☐ Clear floor space on both sides of bed (minimum 30 inches)
  • ☐ Bed is accessible from wheelchair
  • ☐ Bedside controls are accessible
  • ☐ Closet is accessible with lowered hanging rods
  • ☐ Desk/workspace is accessible
  • ☐ Television controls are accessible

Bathroom Accessibility Checklist

The bathroom is often the most critical area for accessibility. Check these essential features.

Bathroom Entry and Space

Bathroom Entry Checklist

  • ☐ Bathroom doorway is at least 32 inches wide
  • ☐ No threshold or step at bathroom entrance
  • ☐ Clear floor space in bathroom (minimum 30x48 inches)
  • ☐ Door can be opened and closed easily
  • ☐ Door handle is accessible

Shower and Bathing Accessibility

Shower Accessibility Checklist

  • ☐ Roll-in shower with no threshold
  • ☐ Grab bars in shower (horizontal and vertical)
  • ☐ Shower controls are accessible (maximum 48 inches high)
  • ☐ Shower seat or bench available
  • ☐ Handheld shower head available
  • ☐ Non-slip shower floor

Toilet Accessibility

Toilet Accessibility Checklist

  • ☐ Toilet height is appropriate (17-19 inches)
  • ☐ Grab bars next to toilet (horizontal and vertical)
  • ☐ Clear floor space around toilet (minimum 30x48 inches)
  • ☐ Toilet paper holder is accessible
  • ☐ Toilet is accessible from wheelchair

Sink and Vanity Accessibility

Sink Accessibility Checklist

  • ☐ Sink height is accessible (maximum 34 inches)
  • ☐ Clear floor space under sink (minimum 30x48 inches)
  • ☐ Faucet controls are accessible
  • ☐ Mirror is accessible (maximum 40 inches high)
  • ☐ Towel bars are accessible

Controls and Outlets Checklist

Verify that all controls and outlets are accessible and within reach.

Light Switches and Controls

Controls Accessibility Checklist

  • ☐ Light switches are accessible (maximum 48 inches high)
  • ☐ Thermostat is accessible (maximum 48 inches high)
  • ☐ Television controls are accessible
  • ☐ Phone is accessible
  • ☐ Emergency call button is accessible

Electrical Outlets

Outlets Accessibility Checklist

  • ☐ Electrical outlets are accessible (maximum 48 inches high)
  • ☐ Outlets are within reach from wheelchair
  • ☐ Adequate number of outlets available
  • ☐ USB charging ports are accessible

Emergency and Safety Checklist

Ensure that emergency and safety features are accessible and functional.

Emergency Features

Emergency Accessibility Checklist

  • ☐ Emergency call button is accessible
  • ☐ Smoke detector is accessible
  • ☐ Emergency exit information is accessible
  • ☐ Emergency procedures are accessible
  • ☐ Emergency contact information is accessible

Additional Resources

For more information about accessible travel: