--- title: 10 tips to reduce humidity in hotels without changing your A/C description: Discover 10 effective tips to reduce humidity in hotels using smart technology and proper practices without replacing your existing air conditioners. image: https://blog.cuby.mx/hubfs/Stock%20de%20portada%20blogs/reducir-humedad-hoteles-sin-cambiar-equipo-aire.png --- [Skip to content](https://blog.cuby.mx/en/reducir-humedad-hoteles-sin-cambiar-equipo-aire#main-content) ![menu-toggle](https://21645388.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/21645388/menu-toggle.svg) ![menu-close](https://21645388.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/21645388/menu-close.svg) [![cuby-smart](https://blog.cuby.mx/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/cuby-smart-logo-100x50px.png?width=100&height=50&name=cuby-smart-logo-100x50px.png)](https://cuby.mx/) - [Home](https://cuby.mx/en) - Products Show submenu for Products - [TERRA (Smart thermostat for mini-split)](https://cuby.mx/en/products/cuby-terra) - [Energy Saving Kit for A/C](https://cuby.mx/en/products/kit-airbnb1-g4-aria-sentry-bee) - 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In addition to basic practices such as **ventilating after cleaning** or using the **dry mode**, it is now possible to **automate humidity control** with **smart technology**. With **presence and humidity sensors**, along with **devices compatible with your existing mini-splits**, you can **keep rooms dry** even when unoccupied, **activate dry mode** at strategic times, and **automatically adjust the temperature**. This helps you **prevent mold**, **unpleasant odors**, and **humidity-related damage** without wasting energy and without depending on **guests or staff**. **Humidity** is one of the main **enemies in hotel operations** and **vacation rental properties**. In **warm and humid climates**, it is common for rooms to **accumulate moisture**, leading to **unpleasant odors**, **damp bedding**, **mold**, and **furniture damage**. Replacing your **air conditioning units** with **dehumidifier systems** is not always feasible, and the truth is that with **proper practices** you can significantly **reduce humidity levels** without making major investments. Here are **10 simple and effective actions** to lower humidity in your **rooms** and **common areas** without the need to replace your equipment.     ![complejo-hoteles-caribe](https://blog.cuby.mx/hs-fs/hubfs/Stock%20de%20blogs/complejo-hoteles-caribe.png?width=600&height=400&name=complejo-hoteles-caribe.png) ## **1. Activate the “Dry” mode on your air conditioners** This **feature** helps **reduce humidity** without excessively **cooling the room**. It is ideal to use at **night** or in **rooms that will be temporarily unoccupied**. ## **2. Properly ventilate after cleaning** After cleaning a **room** or **bathroom**, open **doors** or **windows** for a few minutes to let accumulated **humidity dissipate**. ## **3. Avoid drying towels or clothes inside rooms** Drying **textiles indoors** significantly increases **humidity levels**. Encourage the use of **designated drying areas** or promote **daily towel replacement**. ## **4. Do not completely turn off the A/C in unoccupied rooms** Turning it off for several days promotes **humidity build-up**. Instead, keep it running at a **moderate temperature (26–28 °C / 78–82 °F)** if the property is located in a **very humid area**. ## **5. Regularly check and clean air conditioner filters** **Dirty filters** reduce the A/C’s **efficiency in dehumidifying**. Establish a **maintenance routine**, especially during **high occupancy seasons**. ## **6. Properly seal windows and doors** Poor sealing allows constant entry of **humid air**. Check **seals, weatherstripping, and frames** to prevent leaks. ## **7. Use portable dehumidifiers in critical areas** If there are rooms that are especially humid, complement with **small portable dehumidifiers** during **peak season**. ## **8. Avoid placing furniture against cold walls** **Furniture** placed against **exterior walls** may cause **condensation**. Leave at least a **5 cm (2 in) gap** to allow proper **air circulation**. ## **9. Use light and washable curtains** **Thick fabrics** retain **moisture** and dry slowly. Choose **lightweight textiles** that promote better **ventilation**. ## **10. Frequently ventilate closets and drawers** Open **closet** and **drawer doors** at least once a week to prevent **moisture accumulation** and **unpleasant odors**.   ![habitacion-hotel-vista-mar](https://blog.cuby.mx/hs-fs/hubfs/Stock%20de%20blogs/habitacion-hotel-vista-mar.png?width=600&height=400&name=habitacion-hotel-vista-mar.png)   ## **Automate humidity control using your air conditioner and smart technology (without replacing your equipment)** In [**hotels**](https://pages.cuby.mx/en/lp-centraliza-uso-aire-acondicionado-hoteles?hsLang=en) and **vacation rental properties**, **air conditioning** is present in almost every room. What many don’t realize is that, besides cooling, a **mini-split** can also be a key tool for **humidity control**. The key is to **automate its use** with [smart devices like Cuby,](https://pages.cuby.mx/en/lp-centraliza-uso-aire-acondicionado-hoteles?hsLang=en) which allow you to **activate Dry mode automatically**, **adjust the temperature based on occupancy**, and **maintain optimal humidity levels** even when no guests are present. For example: - If a **room is empty**, you can keep the **A/C running at 26 °C in Dry mode**, preventing **mold growth** and **bad odors** without overspending. - When the system **detects presence**, the **A/C** can hand over **full control to the guest**. - If the **guest leaves the room with the A/C set to 18 °C**, the system can **turn it off** or **raise the setpoint,** without staff intervention. - In **coastal areas** or during **humid seasons**, you can schedule **Dry mode** to activate automatically at **night**, when humidity levels rise and **energy consumption** is lower. All of this can be **monitored and controlled** from a **centralized dashboard**, room by room, without depending on the **guest** or the **cleaning staff**.   ![cuarto-hotel-dispositivos-inteligentes-control-humedad](https://blog.cuby.mx/hs-fs/hubfs/Stock%20de%20blogs/cuarto-hotel-dispositivos-inteligentes-control-humedad.png?width=600&height=338&name=cuarto-hotel-dispositivos-inteligentes-control-humedad.png)   ## **Conclusion** [Controlling humidity in hotels and vacation rental properties](https://pages.cuby.mx/en/lp-centraliza-uso-aire-acondicionado-hoteles?hsLang=en) doesn’t have to mean large investments or major infrastructure changes. With **proper operational practices** and by making the most of your **air conditioning**, you can significantly reduce the negative effects of **humidity** on **furniture**, **bedding**, and **guest comfort**. And if you combine this with **smart technology** such as **presence sensors** and **setpoint automation** it becomes possible to **keep humidity under control** even when rooms are unoccupied, while also **optimizing energy consumption** and **protecting each room proactively**. Best of all: you can achieve this **without replacing your existing equipment**. [![cta-solutions-hotels](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/44673738/interactive-182231278448.png)](https://blog.cuby.mx/hs/cta/wi/redirect?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJ8wCJnaZsaWvKzfNwxomKqGvuppNB0cgTTkO%2FDb3pbO8YoBytQZiNW%2BPFWVq6dXzbAnMiz%2FJRwU8lTfTC2OQGhtRrELqL45Wy%2FkkxHbRmfYZ0Cj%2BS9cjeQbNcHZcsmTp%2BgydE1%2B76gPE%2BrxECQTQ14RtCV0K4AfTjX2Nv3uxq8C0M4SfqujC%2BbP%2FkAFCOSQAoK5mX5ZPSSWD7nnjdu8OFClMGfO3eeHw%3D%3D&webInteractiveContentId=182231278448&portalId=44673738&hsLang=en) ## Otros artículos que te pueden interesar... 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