There's just something about a hotel room. Maybe it's the anonymity, the sense that whatever happens behind those hideous curtains will forever be a secret. Or maybe it's the free cable (what about ConAir edited for TV and screened at 2am isn't sexy?). Whatever the explanation, hotel rooms are indeed one of the sexiest places around. So here's how you can maximize your next hotel visit:
Step 1: Book it.
While we all love a little bit of spontaneity, if you live in an urban area, it's generally not a great idea to go boldly into the night to track down a room. In other words, reservations are a seduction artist's best friend. While you could spend an hour browsing a whole host of travel sites, you could also visit this one, which does all the work for you:
[Hotelicopter.com]
Hotelicopter aggregates hotel booking results from over 30 different travel sites, and you can even hook it up to your Facebook. That way you can set the date and book the room all at once. Don't you love the Internet?
Step 2: Study up.
You've got the room, now how about the inspiration? Erotica vixen Rachel Kramer Bussel has the perfect way to prep for your hotel room tryst:
[$15, Powell's]
Do Not Disturb: Hotel Sex Stories is an anthology of titillating tales that covers everything from five-star luxury sweet spots to "no-tell" motel meets. With stories ranging from solo to multi-player action, and writing rich with drama, humor, and kinky fun, this book will have you raring to go. As an extra bonus, you could even bring it along and stage a mini-reading with your partner.
Step 3: Privacy.
I'm not talking plain old plastic doorhanger-style privacy (see Tools of Seduction: Tie One On for a brushup on why style counts in the game of seduction). If you really want to impress, provide your own privacy sign:
[$10, Etsy]
These letterpressed beauties are printed from wood type, and they're sure to impress your date and the housekeeping staff alike.
Step 4: Seal the deal.
Hotels may provide the single-serving soap and too-tiny bath towels, but you've got to bring your own gear for the fun and games. Steph has already introduced you to the convenient (and hilarious) Ho on the Go Overnight Kit, and here's an alternate version:
[$15, Ho on the Go]
Complete with thong, two condoms, toothbrush with mini toothpaste, and aromatherapy towelette, this kit has you covered like a cheap motel duvet. In a good way, of course.
How this will get you laid: Hotel rooms bring out the adventurous streak in all of us, and whether you're on vacation or creating a getaway close to home, being prepared for your rendezvous will make all the difference.
Related: Tools of Seduction: Let's Play a Game, Making It to the Morning After, Intercourse for Word Nerds