Does a child who wets the bed in a hotel have to pay compensation?

Parents or guardians may be held liable for compensation. However, whether compensation is required and the specific amount of compensation may vary depending on specific circumstances, hotel policies, and laws and regulations.

1. Hotel policies and regulations

You should understand the relevant policies and regulations of the hotel where you are staying. Most hotels will provide a set of house rules or rules upon check-in, which may include provisions regarding compensation for damaged items. Parents or guardians should read these rules carefully upon check-in and ensure they understand their contents.

2. Response measures after a child wets the bed

If a child unfortunately wets the bed in a hotel, parents or guardians should immediately notify the hotel staff and express their willingness to assume corresponding responsibilities. You can ask the hotel if it provides cleaning or changing sheets, and follow the hotel's requirements.

3. Determination of liability for compensation

Whether compensation is required and the specific amount of compensation usually depends on the following factors:

1. Hotel policy: The hotel may have clear policies requiring guests to compensate for damages caused by children's bedwetting.

2. Degree of loss: If bedwetting causes serious damage to sheets, mattresses and other items, parents or guardians may be held liable for compensation.

3. Negotiation between the parties: In most cases, the hotel and the parents or guardians can reach an agreement through negotiation to determine whether compensation is required and the specific amount of compensation.

In summary:

When staying in a hotel, if a child wets the bed and causes damage to the hotel, the parents or guardian may need to bear corresponding liability for compensation. Whether compensation is specifically required and the amount of compensation should be determined based on the hotel's policy, the extent of the loss, and negotiation between the two parties. When dealing with such issues, parents or guardians are advised to maintain the principle of good faith and actively communicate and negotiate with the hotel to reach an appropriate resolution.

Legal basis:

"Contract Law of the People's Republic of China"

Article 6 stipulates: "The parties shall exercise their rights and perform their obligations in good faith. "Principle of Credibility."

Article 1184 of the "People's Republic of China and Civil Code" stipulates: "Guardians shall perform guardianship duties and protect the rights of the ward. Personal, property and other legal rights and interests”