Areas at a glance
| Area | Typical maintained value | Suitable solution |
|---|---|---|
| Corridors and stairwells | 100 lx | Downlights, panels, presence control |
| Reception and front desk | 300 lx | Downlights, panels |
| Kitchen | 500 lx | Damp and hygiene areas with a high protection rating |
| Storage, laundry, plant rooms | 100–300 lx | Damp-proof luminaires, trunking |
| Underground car park | see car park lighting | Damp-proof luminaires with sensors |
| Car park and access road | 5–20 lx | Pole-top luminaires Series 16 |
The values are typical guide values to DIN EN 12464-1 and DIN EN 12464-2. For the design of the lobby, rooms and restaurant, hotels usually work with lighting designers – we concentrate on the areas where light above all has to work and save energy.
Saving behind the scenes
- Corridors: Downlights Series 17 or LED panels Series 11 with presence control and a base light level at night.
- Kitchen and laundry: Luminaires with a high protection rating that withstand moisture and cleaning, such as the Series 98 weatherproof luminaire.
- Underground car park: Light by motion – see Car park lighting.
- Outdoor: Pole-mounted luminaires for car park and access road, warm white and with no upward light.
Safety lighting in accommodation premises
Above a certain size, accommodation buildings fall under the German accommodation building regulations (state law) of the respective federal state. As a rule, these require safety lighting for escape routes, exits and exit signs. While a hotel is operating, monthly testing is time-consuming – the Series 19 luminaires test themselves and document the result via app.
ConsultationLet's talk about your project.Lighting calculation and quotation from the manufacturer.Cost-effectiveness
Because many areas of a hotel are lit around the clock, the conversion to LED pays for itself quickly. Calculate the figures for your property with the LED savings calculator or use the free lighting consultation.
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Where does LED save the most in a hotel?
In corridors, stairwells, underground car parks and car parks, because the lights there are often on around the clock. Presence control saves even more.
Does a hotel need emergency lighting?
Under the German accommodation building regulations (state law), larger accommodation buildings generally require safety lighting for escape routes and exits. Exactly what applies is set out in the building permit and fire safety concept.
How many lux does a hotel kitchen need?
DIN EN 12464-1 typically specifies 500 lx for kitchens. Because of moisture and cleaning, luminaires with a high IP rating are advisable.
