storing a laptop at CSR?

[RedRuby]

hi there,
just checked in and discovered that the in-room safe is more like a security deposit box...definitely not big enough for the laptop.
anyone have any general impression or experiences with storing a laptop atCSR-- e.g., using a safe at reception (if such a thing exists?), or just leaving it in the room somewhere inconspicuous, or leaving in the trunk of the car?

We aren't close to reception/El Centro, if that matters.

By the way, Mousekeeping keeping left some mini towel animals in the window -- complete with stick on eyes -- which promptly inspired an impromptu puppet show by our two year old twins

thanks in advance for any tips...

 

[safetymom]

I wouldn't leave it in the trunk of your car. I would recommend a cable lock for the laptop the next time you travel.

For this trip put it in a suitcase.

 

[Buzz2001]

hi there,
just checked in and discovered that the in-room safe is more like a security deposit box...definitely not big enough for the laptop.
anyone have any general impression or experiences with storing a laptop atCSR-- e.g., using a safe at reception (if such a thing exists?), or just leaving it in the room somewhere inconspicuous, or leaving in the trunk of the car?

We aren't close to reception/El Centro, if that matters.

By the way, Mousekeeping keeping left some mini towel animals in the window -- complete with stick on eyes -- which promptly inspired an impromptu puppet show by our two year old twins

thanks in advance for any tips...

Left my laptop on the desk for 8 days without a problem in April 2005.

 

[swilshire]

I've left my laptop sitting on the desk in many hotels without a problem. The only time it concerns me is if the desk is visible from the door and I know housekeeping leaves the doors open. I can picture someone grabbing it while the housekeeper is in the bathroom.

The few times I have been especially concerned, I have just locked it into my suitcase, assuming it would be difficult to sneak out the entire big bag even if they realized my valuables were in there. I usually don't carry my bag keys anymore since I never lock them. Guess I need to get some of the new TSA approved locks.

Sheila

 

[LindsayDunn228]

When we were at CSR, we always stored it in one of the dresser drawers. Never a problem

 

[snowmouse]

We always use a cable lock and secure it to something heavy, like the bed.

 

[saffymom]

When we stayed there in May 2005, DH left his on the table (usually in his laptop bag) and we had no problem.

 

[safetymom]

Can everyone stand to lose their laptop? Just because something didn't happen this trip doesn't mean it will always be that way.

A ounce of prevention is worth it when you are talking about laptops and hotels.

 

[whacked]

For me, the best way to take care of a laptop when I travel is to put it in my regular luggage when I leave the room.

I've never liked the cable locks because I believe that it tells everyone you have something particularly valuable.

If you are truly worried, you can leave it with the front desk, but I find that too inconvienent.

I don't bring anything I could not afford to loose, and if I really could not afford to loose my laptop, I would not bring it.

That being said, I've never lost anything from a hotel room.

 

[Taja]

I lock mine inside my suitcase. I keep a combination lock attached to the zipper pull of an inside pocket so I don't forget to take it.

 

[jbird327]

I put mine on the shelf in the closet.