How Much Do Hotel Key Cards Cost?
Hotel key card pricing depends on the type of card, chip, order volume and customization. Most hotels today use RFID key cards because they are durable, secure and easy to use.
At typical order volumes (1,000+ cards), pricing is competitive across suppliers — but there are real differences in quality, chip compatibility and total delivered cost.
RFID Hotel Key Card Pricing
Standard RFID Key Cards (MIFARE Classic 1K)
The long-time standard for Saflok/dormakaba, Onity and many other lock systems.
- Typical market pricing: $0.26+ per card
- Our pricing: starting around $0.21 per card (1,000+ quantity)
ULC Secure RFID Key Cards (MIFARE Ultralight C)
ULC cards use 3DES encryption and are required by many security-upgraded Saflok/dormakaba and Onity systems. If your property recently completed a lock security upgrade, you most likely need ULC cards.
- Typical market pricing: $0.32+ per card
- Our pricing: starting around $0.27 per card (1,000+ quantity)
What Affects Key Card Pricing?
- Order volume (higher quantity = lower price per card)
- Chip type (1K Classic, ULC, ULEV1 and others)
- Custom printing and branding
- Material (PVC, paper or wood)
- Turnaround time
Hidden Costs Most Suppliers Don’t Show
Many suppliers advertise a low per-card price, then add costs later:
- Shipping fees
- Setup or artwork charges
- Handling fees
These extras can significantly increase your total cost. Compare the total delivered cost, not just the per-card price.
Our Approach
- Clear box pricing online (200 cards per box)
- Free shipping on 2,000+ stock cards in the U.S. (3,000+ to Canada) and on custom orders
- Stock cards typically delivered in 1–3 business days; custom in about 3 weeks (5,000-card minimum)
- Net 30 terms for qualified properties
- Free samples to confirm compatibility before you buy
Get a Quote for Your Property
Every hotel has different requirements based on lock system, volume and design. Call 877-753-9273 or reach out below.
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