Did you leave something behind at your hotel in Paris after checking out?
Whether it’s a passport, laptop, phone, clothing, shopping bag, jewelry or luggage, Paris Errands can collect your forgotten item from the hotel and send it back to you anywhere in France or internationally.
Hotel lost item recovery in Paris
If the hotel has already confirmed that they found your belongings, you don’t need to return to Paris.
We can go to the hotel on your behalf, collect the item from reception and arrange secure delivery or international shipping.
How it works
- Contact your hotel
Confirm that they have found your item and ask them to keep it at reception. - Send us the details
We will need the hotel name and address, your name, your booking details or reference, and a description of the item. - We collect your belongings
We visit the hotel and retrieve the item for you. If required, you can provide the hotel with an authorization allowing us to collect it. - We pack and ship it
Your item can be securely packed and shipped via La Poste, DHL, UPS or another suitable carrier.
We can also send you a photo once the item has been collected and provide the tracking number after shipment.
Already left France?
No problem.
Many of our clients contact us after returning home and realizing that something was left behind in their hotel room.
Paris Errands is based in Paris and helps international travelers recover forgotten belongings without having to return to France.
We can ship to the USA, UK, Europe, Australia, Asia and worldwide.
Need us to collect something from your hotel?
Send us:
- Hotel name and address
- Your full name
- Description of the item
- Your destination country
We’ll take care of the rest.
Contact Paris Errands today to recover your forgotten item from a hotel in Paris.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can you collect an item from my hotel after I have left Paris?
Yes. If the hotel has confirmed that they have your item, we can collect it from reception on your behalf and arrange shipping to you.
Do I need to provide an authorization?
Sometimes. Some hotels only require your full name and booking details, while others may ask for a written authorization or a copy of your ID. We can guide you depending on the hotel’s requirements.
Can you ship the item internationally?
Yes. We can arrange shipping within France or internationally using La Poste, DHL, UPS or another suitable carrier.
Can you pack the item before shipping?
Yes. We can securely pack your belongings before shipment, especially for fragile or valuable items such as laptops, electronics or personal purchases.
Will I receive proof that the item was collected?
Yes. We can send you a photo once the item has been collected and provide the tracking number after shipment.
How quickly can you collect my forgotten item?
Depending on availability and the hotel location, collection can often be arranged the same day or the next day.
What information do you need from me?
Usually, we need the hotel name and address, your full name, a description of the item, your booking or lost-item reference if available, and your shipping destination.
Recent hotel lost item requests
Here are some examples of recent requests handled by Paris Errands:
Laptop left at a Paris hotel
A client left a MacBook Air at an Airbnb after visiting Paris. The host found it, and we arranged collection from their Paris office, secure packaging and shipping to Lithuania.
Ring forgotten at a Paris airport hotel
A client left a ring at a hotel near Charles de Gaulle Airport. The hotel found it, and we handled the authorized pickup, secure packaging and tracked shipping to California.
Forgotten items delivered from Paris to Serris
A client left headphones and a small bag at a hotel in Paris. We collected the items and delivered them directly to their new hotel in Serris.
Men’s suit left at a Paris hotel
A client left a men’s suit at a hotel in Paris after returning to San Francisco. We handled the pickup, secure packaging and international shipping to the USA.
Bag left at a Paris hotel
A client left a bag at a Paris hotel. We collected it, packed it securely and arranged delivery to Switzerland.
