On a recent case study of a new prototypical Hampton Inn & Suites, the owner saved an estimated $58,000 in annual electric savings, a 76% savings, by switching from a traditional package including fluorescents and HIDs to LED lighting.

Although, LEDs are slightly more expensive, the additional upfront cost on this project will be paid off in just 15 months due to the projected electric savings.

In addition to using up to 80% less energy, LEDs have several major benefits:

  • Reduced Maintenance Cost – Last up to 50,000 hours which is nearly 24 years for an office open during standard business hours.

  • Reduced Cooling Cost – Give off very little heat which allows HVAC systems to be sized smaller and run less, further reducing energy costs.

  • Environmentally Friendly – Contain no mercury like standard compact fluorescents.

  • Guaranteed – Come with a 3-10 year warranty.

Do you have LED lighting in your current hotel?  What has your experience been?  Are you seeing utility and maintenance savings like the ones mentioned above in the Hampton Inn & Suites case study?

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