Here is a list of some of the most bizarre requests received by Travelodge staff members in recent times.
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5. Spooky Halloween.
"Can the hotel team dress up as the witches from Hocus Pocus for my children on Halloween?" Photo: Chris McGrath
6. Rolling suit substitutions.
"I have left my suit on the train so can I borrow your suit for my job interview tomorrow?" Photo: Elisabetta Villa
7. Reading novel manuscripts.
"Can you read my novel manuscript?" Photo: Charles McQuillan
8. Lunch with a Llama.
"Can you arrange for us to have lunch with the Llamas at Graves Park?" Photo: Chris Jackson