It wasn't in front of the main door, it was in front of the door to the adjoining room.
I returned to my room, and found an odd note on the floor. We met downstairs and were treated to a quick service of burgers and a few beers. It was nearly 9 at night when we checked in, and we agreed on a quick dinner at the bar, because an early day was ahead. A few colleagues were with me, but on different floors. It had been a long flight, and long time getting to the hotel.
