MIFARE Cards Explained: A Practical Guide for Hotels
A practical guide to MIFARE cards for hotels: how they work, the Classic, Plus, and DESFire variants compared, and which one fits your property.
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Locks & Technology
Articles about locks & technology from the Cardotel team — practical guides, comparisons and hospitality industry knowledge.
Upgrading Hotel Locks to RFID: A Planning Checklist
A step-by-step planning checklist for upgrading hotel locks to RFID, covering budgeting, credential choices, staff training, and rollout timing.
Why Hotels Keep Switching to RFID Door Locks
A clear look at why hotels keep switching to RFID door locks, from lower long-term costs to better durability and a foundation for mobile keys.
RFID for Hotel Owners: What You Actually Need to Know
A practical RFID guide for hotel owners covering real return on investment, key vendor questions, and mistakes to avoid before upgrading locks.
Are Hotel Key Cards Secure? An Honest Assessment
Hotel key cards rely on rotating codes and encrypted chips to stay secure. An honest look at what protects guests, and where the real risks actually sit.
How to Choose a Hotel Locking System
A practical guide to choosing a hotel locking system, comparing mechanical, magnetic stripe, and RFID options by cost, security, and experience.
Does Your Hotel Need an Encrypted Locking System?
A practical guide to encrypted hotel locking systems: what encryption really means, who actually needs it, and what it costs versus standard RFID.
How to Identify the Chip Inside a Hotel Key Card
Ordering the wrong hotel key card chip can mean a box of cards that won't open a single door. Here's how to identify your card's RFID frequency and chip type.
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