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Vending Machines in Hotels

Hotels deliver seven-day traffic, late-night captive demand, and guests who accept convenience pricing — one machine per floor bank or lobby placement near the elevator is the standard play.

Why hotels work for vending

Guests without cars, arriving late, or avoiding the mini-bar markup rely on vending. Beverage machines near ice makers are the proven pairing; select-service hotels without restaurants perform best.

Hotel chains often negotiate at the management-company level, so one relationship can open multiple properties. Expect commission expectations of 10-20% and a requirement for modern, quiet, card-enabled machines.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I get my vending machine into a hotel?

Approach the general manager for independent properties, or the regional management company for chains. One management-company relationship commonly covers several hotels.

What sells in hotel vending machines?

Bottled water, soda, and salty snacks lead. Travel essentials (toiletries, phone chargers) vend well in lobby machines at select-service properties.

Do hotels take vending commissions?

Usually 10-20% of gross sales, though smaller properties sometimes waive it to get a maintained amenity.