Professional Hotel Photographer
As professional hotel photographers in London, we craft elegant and striking hotel photography that reveals your property’s unique character. My luxury hotel and resort photography enhances your brand image, supports powerful hotel marketing, and inspires discerning guests to book with confidence.
Hotel Photographer London – About Joel Knight
Hi, I’m Joel, a professional hotel photographer based in London, specialising in luxury hotel photography that brings your space to life. With over ten years in the hospitality industry, I understand what makes a guest stop scrolling and start booking. My work goes beyond beautiful images — it’s about creating hotel photography that tells your brand’s story with authenticity, sophistication, and purpose.
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Great hotel photography doesn’t just showcase a space — it sells the feeling of being there. Every hotel has its own rhythm: the glow of natural light across a suite, the quiet elegance of a lobby before check-in, the inviting atmosphere of a restaurant ready for service. As a hotel photographer, I capture not only the space but the experience it represents — blending artistry with marketing insight to create visuals that truly connect.
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I collaborate with hotels and resorts to produce imagery that drives results. These photos are more than gallery pieces — they’re powerful marketing tools that inspire guests to imagine their stay and move effortlessly from curiosity to booking.
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This is professional hotel photography with intention — not just about perfect composition, but about atmosphere, emotion, and storytelling. Whether it’s a luxury hotel, resort, or full hotel marketing photography services, every image reflects the care, quality, and hospitality your brand delivers.
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If you’re looking for an experienced hotel photographer, let’s connect. Together, we’ll create timeless visuals that elevate your brand and inspire every guest who sees them.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Photography
Not necessarily. A professional hotel photographer in London can provide high-quality hotel photography services at reasonable rates. Investing in great imagery boosts your hotel’s brand, marketing, and bookings across the UK.
The duration of a hotel photography session depends on the property size and the number of spaces being photographed. A small boutique hotel may take one day to shoot, while a large luxury resort might require several days to capture interiors, exteriors, and lifestyle imagery. I always plan carefully to ensure every area is presented at its best.
Yes. Every hotel photography package includes professional editing and retouching to ensure the final images meet the highest standards. I balance natural lighting, enhance colours, and perfect details while maintaining an authentic, inviting look that reflects your brand’s atmosphere.
Absolutely. Beyond photography, I collaborate with hotel marketing teams to create visual assets aligned with your brand identity and digital marketing strategy. The imagery can be used across websites, social media, booking platforms, and print materials to attract and engage potential guests.
Yes. While I’m based in London, I regularly work with hotels and resorts across the UK and Europe. Whether your property is in the city, countryside, or by the coast, I bring the same expertise and attention to detail to every project.
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
IHG Luxury Collection — Elegant & Refined
"Joel and his team expertly captured the sophisticated ambiance of our IHG property. The resulting images have enhanced our marketing materials and helped attract discerning guests worldwide."
Thomas Green
Radisson Individuals — Distinctive & Authentic
"Joel and his team understood the individuality of our Radisson Individuals property and delivered authentic visuals that reflect our unique story. It’s made a real difference in guest engagement."
Chloe Bennett
Radisson Red — Youthful & Dynamic
"Thanks to Joel and his team, the vibrant personality of Radisson Red shines through every image. Their photography has been key in connecting with our young, design-savvy audience."
Rachel Adams
Marriott — Inviting & Exclusive
"Joel and his team captured the exclusive hospitality experience we offer at Marriott perfectly. The photos have helped us attract more corporate bookings and VIP guests."
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
Radisson Individuals — Boutique & Unique
"Joel and his team’s work beautifully highlights the boutique charm of our Radisson Individuals property. Their images communicate the welcoming and unique atmosphere to potential guests."
Luke Davies
Radisson Red — Fresh & Contemporary
"Natural light and creative angles from Joel and his team capture the fresh, contemporary style of Radisson Red perfectly. We’ve seen a marked increase in online engagement since updating our visuals."
Olivia Grant
IHG Group — Polished & Professional
"Joel and his team consistently deliver polished, professional imagery across our IHG portfolio. Their work supports our brand standards and has helped drive measurable growth in bookings."
