Rules & Policies

The House Rules are designed to ensure that the facilities of The Lotos Club are enjoyed by Lotos members and their guests.

Members and guests are expected to adhere to the rules, among which are the following:

Visitors

Guests may visit the clubhouse when accompanied by a member or by arrangements with the Club Office. Upon arrival, all visitors from reciprocal clubs need to present to the receptionist a current membership card and a card of introduction.

Member Privacy

No member, including the sponsor of a party or other Private Dining event, may publicize the name of the Club without the explicit prior permission of the President or the Chair of the House Committee. The use of cellular phones, beepers, personal computers, and other electronic devices is not permitted, except in a private room.

Tipping

No member or guest may give money or any gratuity to any employee of the Club. Contributions to the employee Christmas Gift Fund are welcomed at any time. Written commendations are also welcomed.

Smoking

The Clubhouse is a smoke-free environment.

Pets

Pets, except Seeing Eye dogs, are not permitted in the Clubhouse.

Dress

Members and guests shall be properly attired. The Lotos Club is a private club and has the right to turn away anyone who does not adhere to its dress code. The club takes pride in setting high standards in all its endeavors, and proper dress is intended to be an expression of those standards. Casual clothing such as jeans, running shoes and other athletic attire is prohibited except for members or guests entering and going directly to their bedrooms or going directly from their bedrooms to outside the clubhouse.

A long-sleeved collared shirt and jacket are required in the clubhouse; ties are optional but highly preferred to maintain the elegance and formality of the Lotos Club. A turtleneck shirt may be substituted for a collared shirt. Neckties are required for formal events. The equivalent degree of formality for women is required.