Reader-tested key cards
PVC key cards encoded for major lock systems (Salto, Assa Abloy, Onity, Vingcard, Dormakaba) and validated against your door readers before dispatch.
Card solutions for the hospitality sector
Room keys, VIP cards, gift vouchers and packaging
From boutique hotels and international chains to restaurant groups, spas and travel operators, Lumacards produces PVC key cards, RFID access supports, VIP loyalty cards, gift vouchers and premium packaging that feel as polished as the experience your guests expect.
Guest-experience quality
Premium finishes, hot foil stamping, spot UV varnish and elegant packaging — cards that feel right in the guest's hand from check-in to checkout.
Seasonal reorders
Project files kept on record for fast reorders before each season — same finish, same encoding, same colour reference, no rebriefing required.
Hospitality card programmes
Card programmes used by hospitality teams
The card families most frequently deployed by hospitality groups working with Lumacards.
Magnetic access cards
Magnetic stripe access cards (HiCo / LoCo) for room entry, encoded and reader-tested for major hotel lock systems. The everyday workhorse of hotel operations.
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RFID access cards
Contactless smart cards with NFC or RFID chips for rooms, lifts, parking, spa access and meeting rooms — the modern standard for premium hotels.
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VIP cards
Tiered VIP cards (Silver, Gold, Platinum) with hot foil stamping and spot UV varnish — tangible recognition for high-value guests in chain hotels, resorts and travel operators.
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PVC gift vouchers
Branded gift vouchers for restaurants, spas and stay packages — magnetic stripe or barcode encoding for in-house activation and redemption.
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Voucher packaging
Sleeves, folders, envelopes and rigid boxes to present gift vouchers and welcome cards with the right perceived value — at reception or as a corporate gift.
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Paper gift vouchers
Affordable paper gift cards with barcode or QR code — a fast and flexible voucher format for restaurants, bistros, spas and independent hospitality.
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Staff ID badges
PVC identification badges for hotel reception, housekeeping, restaurant and spa staff — photo, role and category at a glance for guest reassurance and security.
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Business cards
Premium paper business cards for hotel managers, sommeliers, concierges and event coordinators — the everyday networking support for client and supplier meetings.
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From brief to reception desk in four clear steps
1. Brief & lock system
We map the programme: room cards, VIP tiers, voucher denominations, and validate compatibility with your lock system (Salto, Assa Abloy, Onity, Vingcard, Dormakaba).
2. Design & proof
You send your artwork or we adapt your hotel identity to the card and packaging formats. A digital proof is approved before production, with two revisions included.
3. Production & encoding
European production with centralised quality control and reader testing on encoded batches. Standard PVC cards in 6 to 10 working days, express options available.
4. Multi-property dispatch
Delivery to one property or split shipments to multiple sites across Europe. Files kept on file for fast seasonal reorders before each peak period.
Why hospitality card programmes matter
A hotel key card is the first object your guest touches
Before any handshake, before any "welcome to your room", before any breakfast — the key card is already in the guest's hand. It sets the tone for the entire stay: the weight of it, the feel of the lamination, the way it slides out of the welcome folder and the way it opens the door without hesitation. The same goes for VIP cards held by your most loyal guests and gift vouchers handed across the counter at the restaurant. Lumacards specialises in producing those small objects that carry a disproportionate share of your guest experience.
Hospitality card production across the European union
Boutique hotels, international chains, restaurant groups, spas, golf resorts, wellness centres and travel operators across Europe rely on Lumacards for the production of PVC key cards, RFID access supports, VIP loyalty cards, gift vouchers and premium voucher packaging. From everyday operational supports to top-tier guest experiences, projects are calibrated to the right combination of encoding, finishes and packaging.
Premium hospitality programmes typically combine premium finishes such as hot foil stamping or spot UV varnish with reader-tested encoding and a coherent welcome experience. Production runs through our European partner network with centralised quality control. Indicative lead times are detailed on our delivery times reference; for a sector-specific recommendation, the fastest path is to share your brief through our quote form.
Restaurants, bars, spas & independent venues
Card programmes for independent & small hospitality operators
Independent restaurants, neighbourhood bars, beauty parlours, salon spas, bed-and-breakfasts and boutique guesthouses do not need the same volumes as international chains, but they need cards that hold up to daily use and feel right in their guests' hands. Lumacards supports these operators with sensible minimum order quantities, shorter turnaround windows and finishes that match the brand without inflating the unit price — from paper gift vouchers to entry-level PVC loyalty cards.
Restaurant gift vouchers
Paper or PVC gift cards with barcode activation, ready to be sold at the till or offered as a corporate gift. Optional sleeve for an elevated presentation.
Spa & wellness loyalty
PVC loyalty cards with matte lamination for spas and wellness studios — track treatments, recognise regulars and reward repeat visits.
B&b welcome cards
Branded paper welcome cards with WiFi code, breakfast hours and house rules — a low-cost, high-impact touch point for boutique stays.
Bar & nightclub VIP
Premium PVC VIP cards with hot foil and spot UV finishes for bars, lounges and event venues — a tangible recognition for high-value clients.
Typical fit by hospitality format
- Boutique hotel, B&B, guesthouse: PVC key cards (magnetic stripe), paper welcome cards and a sleeve for the room number.
- Hotel chain, premium resort: RFID room cards, VIP loyalty programme, branded gift vouchers and matching packaging.
- Restaurant, bistro, café chain: paper or PVC gift vouchers, optional loyalty card for regulars, branded sleeve or envelope.
- Spa, wellness retreat, golf resort: PVC loyalty cards with premium finishes, gift voucher packaging and VIP member cards.
Hospitality FAQ
Frequently asked questions from hospitality teams
Which lock systems are your PVC key cards compatible with?
We produce PVC key cards for all the major hospitality lock manufacturers — Salto, Assa Abloy / Vingcard, Onity, Dormakaba, Tesa and others. Encoding is validated against your system specifications before dispatch.
What is the minimum order quantity for hotel key cards?
PVC key cards typically start from 500 cards for an encoded run, or 100 cards for a non-encoded stock to be encoded on-site. For a boutique hotel pilot or a B&B, smaller runs can be discussed.
Can you produce key cards with the same artwork in different room categories?
Yes. We can produce variant batches (Standard, Suite, Penthouse, Spa Access) with shared artwork and category-specific colours or text, all within a single production run.
How long does a hospitality card programme take to produce?
Standard PVC cards are produced in 6 to 10 working days, including encoding and quality control. Premium finishes (hot foil, spot UV) may extend lead times. Express options are available for urgent reorders before peak season.
Can you produce gift vouchers with a paired packaging?
Yes. Gift voucher packaging — sleeves, folders, envelopes and rigid boxes — can be produced alongside the cards in a single project, with consistent branding across all elements. Ideal for restaurant chains and spa groups.
Can you ship cards to multiple hotels in one order?
Yes. Multi-property distribution is a frequent use case for hotel chains and travel groups. We can ship to a central operations hub or send split shipments directly to each property with tracking per delivery.
Can each VIP card carry the guest's name or number?
Yes. Variable data is one of our core competencies. Provide a CSV or Excel file with one row per card, and we will produce VIP cards with unique names, member numbers, barcodes or QR codes — perfectly aligned with your CRM.
Can you reprint exactly the same card design before each season?
Yes. Project files (artwork, encoding parameters, finish specifications) are kept on file. A reprint can be launched as a follow-up order without going back through the design phase — particularly useful before each peak season or after a property refresh.
Talk to a hospitality card specialist
Build a hospitality card programme worth holding
Tell us about your programme — key cards, VIP, gift vouchers or a mix — your number of properties, your lock system and the seasonal calendar you are working with. We will reply with a clear, itemised quotation and a production window aligned with your peak periods.
- Encoded for all major hotel lock systems
- Single property or multi-site rollout
- Voucher + packaging produced in a single project
- Reply within one business day on qualified briefs
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Build a hospitality card programme worth holding
From boutique hotels to international chains, restaurants, spas and travel operators, get a clear quotation aligned with your guest experience.