Hotel Photography Cost
How much does hotel photography cost?
The honest answer is: it depends. Hotel photography cost changes with the size of your hotel, the number of photos, and how you plan to use them. Most photographers price by the half day, the full day, or a monthly package.
What changes the price of a hotel photo shoot
Size of the hotel. More rooms and spaces take more time.
Number of photos. A small set costs less than a full shoot.
Video and drone. These cost more, but they help you stand out. See our post on hotel videography.
Editing. Good editing takes time and is part of the price.
License. This is how you can use the photos, such as on your site, in ads, or in print.
Rush jobs. Fast delivery can cost extra.
Travel. Hotels far from the photographer may add a travel fee.
Common ways to buy hotel photography
Half day shoot. Best for small hotels or a few key spaces, like the lobby and top room types.
Full day shoot. Best for most hotels. It covers rooms, lobby, food, outside shots, and small details.
Monthly content package. Fresh photos and short videos each month for social media. This keeps your hotel in front of guests all year.
Is hotel photography worth the money?
Yes. Photos work for you every day. One shoot can fill your website, Google listing, travel site pages, and social media for a year or more. Better photos can lead to more clicks and more direct bookings, which saves you booking fees. Learn more in our post on how hotel photography boosts bookings.
How to save money without losing quality
Make a shot list before the shoot. Our hotel photo shoot checklist helps.
Clean and style rooms ahead of time so no time is wasted.
Shoot the spaces that bring in the most money first.
Ask about packages if you need photos and video.
Check the license, so you do not pay twice for the same photos.
Questions to ask before you hire
Can I see a full hotel project you shot?
How many photos will I get, and how fast?
Is editing included?
What can I use the photos for?
Do you offer video and drone?
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hotel photographer charge per hour? Many hotel photographers price by the shoot, not by the hour, because editing takes extra time. Ask for a clear quote.
How long does a hotel photo shoot take? A small hotel can take half a day. A large hotel may take a full day or more.
How long until I get my photos? Most photographers deliver edited photos within one to two weeks. Rush delivery may cost extra.
Get a clear quote
Want an exact price for your hotel? See our hotel photography services or contact MDR Creative Visuals in New Haven, CT, for a free quote.
About the author: Matt is the owner of MDR Creative Visuals LLC, a photo and video studio in New Haven, CT. He shoots photos, video, and social content for restaurants and hotels.
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