Hospitality

Hotels face the most complex music licensing landscape of any industry. Each separately operated zone (lobby, restaurant, bar, spa, fitness room, elevator) requires its own licence in most countries, multiplying annual costs significantly. Music in hotels directly affects perceived brand quality and willingness to pay more for accommodation.

Venue Types in the Hospitality Industry

Music Licensing for Hospitality

Businesses in the hospitality industry playing recorded music in public-facing spaces must hold licences from the relevant collecting societies in their country. The exact organisations and fees depend on the country of operation and the specific venue type.

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Royalty-Free Music for Hospitality

Track Studios provides business music with an AI-generated catalog not registered with any collecting society. Hospitality businesses using the included catalog are not invoiced by STIM, GEMA, PRS, ASCAP, BMI, or other PROs.

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Last reviewed: 2026-07-01