Why Hotels Use Key Cards Instead of Metal Keys
Metal keys cost hotels more every time one goes missing. See why key cards win on security, branding, cost control, and everyday guest convenience.
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Key Card Basics
Articles about key card basics from the Cardotel team — practical guides, comparisons and hospitality industry knowledge.
RFID vs Magstripe Key Cards: Which Fits Your Property?
RFID and magstripe key cards differ on cost, lifespan, and maintenance. Compare both technologies to pick the right fit for your hotel's locks and budget.
The 6 Types of Hotel Key Cards, Compared
Guest, staff, supervisor, master, grandmaster, and emergency cards each open different doors. Compare all 6 hotel key card types and how to manage them.
7 Reasons Hotel Key Cards Stop Working (and the Fixes)
From demagnetized stripes to worn encoders, most hotel key card failures trace to 7 common causes. Learn the fix for each and cut guest complaints fast.
What Are Hotel Key Cards Made Of?
PVC, wood, and waterproof paper each build hotel key cards differently. See how each material is constructed and which one fits your property's brand.
How to Extend the Lifespan of Hotel Key Cards
Cheap foil, rough handling, and heat all shorten a hotel key card's life. Use these sourcing and care habits to cut reissue costs and reduce card waste.
Lost Hotel Key Card? What Happens Next — for Guests and Hotels
Losing a hotel key card isn't a security crisis. Here's what guests should do next, and the reissue procedure every hotel front desk should have ready.
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