Elevating Hospitality Through Fine Photography
Hotel Photographer
About Me
Hi, I’m Joel. I specialise in hotel photography that brings your space to life. With over 10 years in the hospitality world, I understand what makes a guest stop scrolling and start booking. As Hotel Photographer, my work isn’t just about great images — it’s about telling your hotel’s story in a way that feels effortless, genuine, and true to your brand.”
Every hotel has its own rhythm. The warmth of natural light across a suite. The quiet elegance of a lobby before check-in. The energy of a perfectly set dining room. As a Professional Hotel Photographer, my job is to capture that — not just the space, but the experience it promises.
If you are looking for a professional Hotel Photographer, contact me. Let’s make every shot count — and every frame tell your hotel’s story.
The Hotel Photography Process
Over the last 10 years, I’ve refined a process that delivers high-impact hotel photography with minimal disruption. Every shoot is different, but the steps stay the same — simple, strategic, and built around clear communication.
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Before anything else, we align. I take time to understand your goals — what story your images need to tell, and what they need to achieve for your marketing. Most clients provide a brand guide, which helps me translate your visual identity into powerful imagery. Together, we build a shot list and define the creative direction — what works, what doesn’t, and how to showcase the experience behind your brand.
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This is the most important stage. With the brief in place, I build a detailed shooting schedule — including when and where each image will be taken. This allows your team to prepare the right spaces at the right times and ensures we avoid disrupting guests. For example, we’ll never shoot the lobby during check-in, and we can capture buffet shots before service to avoid doubling up.
I’ll also send a simple prep guide to help the team get everything ready — from room setups to guest area access — so we’re set for a smooth, efficient shoot.
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Everything runs to plan — because we’ve done the work ahead of time. I move through the hotel with minimal disruption, working closely with your team or independently if needed. Just hand me the keys and I’ll take care of it. But if you’d like to stay involved, I’m happy to show previews and adapt on the fly.
If we are working solo without a decision maker in the room, I just need someone I can reach quickly (on-site or by phone) for approvals or quick feedback.
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Turnaround is typically 15 to 30 days, depending on the volume. Key images can be fast-tracked — we’ll identify those together before I leave the shoot.
Final images come with a 30-day window for free revisions if needed.
Why the wait? Because great photography isn’t finished in-camera. Especially with interiors, I spend time carefully balancing lighting, correcting angles, and making sure colours and details are pristine. It’s subtle work — no filters, no quick fixes — just clean, crafted images that elevate your brand.
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Hotel Photographer
A Taste of my Hotel Work
Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Photography
There’s a misconception that professional hotel photographer is too expensive and only for luxury hotels. In reality, there are photographers who provide high-quality images and extensive experience while fitting a reasonable budget. Investing in good photography is essential because it can significantly impact your hotel’s bookings.
Using a smartphone or an amateur might save money upfront but can hurt your hotel’s image. Professional hotel photography is crucial to capture the ambiance, lighting, and details that attract guests. Look at listings on sites like Hotels.com—hotels with professional photos stand out and get more clicks.
Good hotel photography takes time—often more than just a few hours. Preparing the room, adjusting lighting, arranging props, and ensuring every detail looks perfect through the camera lens can be quite time-consuming. For larger hotels, multiple days might be needed to photograph rooms, communal spaces, bars, and restaurants.
Even if the room looks tidy, small details that seem insignificant in person can affect the photo’s quality, such as uneven curtains or minor lighting issues. These details need to be adjusted carefully to make sure the photos look inviting and balanced.
Professional photographers bring technical expertise, quality equipment, and an eye for detail that makes your property shine. They understand how to showcase your hotel’s unique features in the best light, helping you attract more guests.
Absolutely. The first impression guests get is often through online photos. High-quality images can increase click-through rates and booking inquiries. Investing in professional photos is investing in your hotel’s success.
Look for someone with a strong portfolio of hotel work, experience with different types of spaces, and good reviews from other hotel clients. A good photographer will also understand your brand and help tailor the shoot to reflect your hotel’s unique style.
While hotel staff don’t usually need to actively participate in the shoot itself (unless headshots are needed), it’s important they’re informed beforehand. Proper communication from head office about the shoot helps staff prepare rooms, meals, or public areas accordingly. Without this, valuable shoot time can be lost, so planning and coordination are key.
A bedroom shoot typically takes longer than 30 minutes. Usually 4 photos including bathroom can take 2 hours to photograph. Preparing the room, adjusting lighting, shooting from multiple angles, and including lifestyle or detail shots all take time. The better the room is prepared in advance, the smoother and faster the shoot will be.
Photoshop is a powerful tool, but it can only polish what’s already there. It’s much easier and more cost-effective to get things right during the shoot rather than relying on post-production to fix issues like wrinkles in bed linens or poor lighting. Good preparation on location always leads to better final images.
Not always. Camera lenses and lighting can reveal things the naked eye misses. For example, tables might need to be arranged differently to look balanced on camera, even if they’re set up for practical use during the day. Small adjustments ensure the photos look inviting and professional.
Preparation can include steaming bed linens, arranging furniture, setting up props, and ensuring lighting is optimal. It’s often necessary to close certain areas briefly to avoid guest interruptions. Coordinating these details ahead of time makes the shoot run efficiently and improves photo quality.
For interior and architectural shots, around 16 final images per 8 hour day is standard. For Food & Beverage and lifestyle photography, the output can be between 20 and 40 final images per day, depending on the complexity of the shoot.
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Collaborating with remarkable clients who appreciate dedication and passion – here’s what they think about our work
Sarah Collins
Radisson Red — Modern & Vibrant
"Joel and his team captured the bold, energetic vibe of Radisson Red perfectly. Their images truly showcase our unique style and have helped boost guest interest across digital platforms."
James Turner
Manchester United Hospitality Suites — Professional & Prestigious
"Working with Joel and his team was seamless. Their attention to detail and ability to capture the prestigious environment of our hospitality suites has elevated our brand’s visual presence."
Olivia Morgan
Thomas Green
Chloe Bennett
Rachel Adams
Mark Reynolds
IHG Hotels & Resorts — Reliable & Impactful
"Consistent, high-quality images from Joel and his team have strengthened the visual identity of our IHG hotels. Their work has significantly contributed to increased room bookings."
Sarah Whitman
Luke Davies
