Compare Hotel Energy Prices
Compare Hotel Energy Prices
Compare hotel energy prices and find the ideal business energy contract
Hotels, B&Bs and guest houses use gas and electricity throughout the day and night. Heating, hot water, guest rooms, commercial kitchens, laundry facilities, lighting and air conditioning can all place continuous demand on the energy supply.
This means hotel energy costs can rise quickly when electricity prices, gas prices, standing charges or energy usage change. Even a small difference in unit rates can affect annual operating costs, particularly for a large hotel, hotel chain or hospitality business with several sites.
Business Utility Hub helps large and small hotel businesses compare gas and electricity contracts from a trusted network of UK business energy suppliers. We review your current energy tariffs, annual usage and contract position before comparing suitable options.
Compare hotel gas and electricity prices
Our hotel energy comparison service is suitable for:
- Independent hotels.
- Boutique hotels.
- Large hotel groups.
- B&Bs.
- Guest houses.
- Resorts.
- Serviced accommodation.
- Multi-site hospitality businesses.
We compare business gas and business electricity contracts based on how your property operates. This includes occupancy patterns, guest facilities, heating and cooling demand, kitchens, laundry services and seasonal energy consumption.
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Our approach to hotel energy comparison
Tell us about your hotel
We’ll ask a few straightforward questions about your property, current energy suppliers and contract position.
We compare the energy market daily
Our team checks business energy prices every day and compares energy contracts from suppliers serving the hospitality sector.
Choose from suitable hotel energy deals
We’ll provide a clear shortlist of suitable gas and electricity options. Each business energy contract is explained in plain English.
We manage the switching process
Once you choose a suitable energy contract, we manage the switch from start to finish. Switching energy suppliers does not interrupt the physical supply to your property. The same networks continue to deliver the electricity and gas. The main changes are the supplier, contract terms and price.Why compare hotel gas and electricity prices?
Hotels often have high and continuous energy demand. Heating, hot water, guest rooms, kitchens, laundry facilities, lighting and air conditioning may all operate for long periods, regardless of occupancy.
This means small differences in unit rates and standing charges can have a noticeable effect on annual energy costs.
A hotel energy comparison may help if:
- Your current business energy contract is approaching renewal.
- Your previous contract has already ended.
- You are paying deemed or out-of-contract rates.
- You recently took over a hotel, B&B or guest house.
- Occupancy has increased.
- New rooms or facilities have been added.
- Opening patterns have changed.
- Your energy usage no longer matches your current tariff.
- You manage several properties with different suppliers or renewal dates.
- You accepted your existing supplier’s renewal offer without comparing alternatives.
There is no single best deal for every hotel. The right business energy contract depends on how much energy the property uses, its facilities, location, meter type, contract length and appetite for price stability.
Comparing energy suppliers helps you assess the full cost of each option, including unit rates, standing charges and contract terms, rather than focusing only on the headline price.
Understanding hotel energy consumption
Hotel energy consumption varies widely.
A small guest house with limited facilities will usually use less energy than a large hotel with a commercial kitchen, laundry, conference rooms, air conditioning and leisure facilities. However, smaller properties can still face high fixed costs if standing charges and energy tariffs are not suited to their usage.
Factors that influence a hotel’s energy consumption include:
- Number of guest rooms.
- Occupancy levels.
- Property size.
- Building age and insulation.
- Heating and cooling systems.
- Hot water demand.
- Kitchen and catering facilities.
- Laundry operations.
- Swimming pools, spas or gyms.
- Conference and event spaces.
- Seasonal demand.
- Opening patterns.
Exactly how much energy a hotel uses will depend on how these systems operate together.
Two hotels with a similar number of rooms can still receive very different energy bills. One may have better insulation, more efficient heating and fewer facilities, while the other may use more electricity and gas due to laundry, catering and leisure services.
Reviewing your own annual usage gives a clearer picture than relying only on industry averages. Contact Business Utility Hub today for help reviewing your hotel’s energy usage.
Where do hotels use the most energy?
The biggest energy consumers in a hotel are usually heating, hot water, guest rooms, catering, laundry and air conditioning.
Heating and hot water
Heating can account for a significant share of a hotel’s energy consumption, particularly during colder months.
Hotels need to provide consistent room temperatures and hot water for:
- Guest bathrooms.
- Kitchens.
- Laundry facilities.
- Cleaning.
- Leisure areas.
- Staff facilities.
Energy waste may occur when heating runs in unoccupied areas, thermostats are poorly controlled or hot water pipes are not insulated.
Useful energy saving measures include:
- Servicing boilers regularly.
- Using smart thermostats.
- Zoning heating by area.
- Insulating hot water pipes.
- Reviewing seasonal temperature settings.
- Reducing heat loss through doors, roofs and windows.
A building management system can also coordinate heating and cooling across the property, helping reduce energy usage without affecting guest comfort.
Guest rooms
Guest rooms use electricity for:
- Lighting.
- Televisions.
- Kettles.
- Minibars.
- Heating.
- Air conditioning.
- Charging electrical equipment.
Occupancy controls can help automatically turn lights and selected equipment off when rooms are empty.
Hotels can also reduce energy consumption by:
- Installing LED lighting.
- Replacing older appliances with energy efficient models.
- Using smart thermostats.
- Setting air conditioning units within a suitable temperature range.
- Making use of natural light where practical.
These changes can reduce energy waste while maintaining the standard guests expect.
Kitchens and catering facilities
Hotel kitchens can use substantial amounts of gas and electricity.
Energy may be needed for:
- Ovens.
- Hobs.
- Grills.
- Refrigeration.
- Freezers.
- Dishwashers.
- Extraction systems.
- Food preparation equipment.
- Hot water.
Regular maintenance can help kitchen equipment operate more efficiently.
Replacing appliances that are nearing the end of their useful life with energy efficient appliances may also reduce long-term energy consumption.
Hotels should review both kitchen usage and energy contract terms. Lower consumption will not necessarily deliver the best savings if the business remains on an unsuitable tariff.
Laundry facilities
On-site laundry can increase both electricity and hot water demand.
Washing machines, tumble dryers, ironing equipment and water heating may run throughout the day, particularly in larger hotels or during periods of high occupancy.
Hotels may reduce energy usage by:
- Running full loads where practical.
- Maintaining equipment regularly.
- Using lower-temperature wash cycles where appropriate.
- Replacing older machines with energy efficient models.
- Reviewing operating schedules.
Laundry demand should also be included when forecasting future electricity and gas usage before agreeing a new business energy contract.
Leisure and event facilities
Swimming pools, spas, gyms, conference rooms and function spaces can add considerably to hotel energy costs.
Energy may be used for:
- Pool heating.
- Ventilation.
- Pumps and filtration.
- Lighting.
- Air conditioning.
- Catering.
- Audio-visual equipment.
What types of energy contracts are available for hotels?
Hotels can choose from several types of business energy contracts.
The right option depends on annual consumption, property size, facilities, budget requirements and appetite for market movement.
Fixed-rate hotel energy contracts
A fixed-rate contract keeps the agreed unit rate stable for a set period.
This can help hotel businesses:
- Budget more accurately.
- Protect against short-term market increases.
- Forecast operating costs.
- Improve price certainty.
Commercial fixed-rate contracts may run for several years.
Hotels should still review standing charges, contract length, renewal clauses and any pass-through costs before signing.
A fixed unit rate does not always mean every element of the bill is fixed. Some network or policy-related charges may still move, depending on the contract.
Flexible or pass-through energy contracts
Flexible or pass-through contracts allow some costs to change during the contract term.
These arrangements may suit a large hotel or hotel chain with high usage and active energy management.
They can provide opportunities when wholesale prices fall, but they also expose the business to greater market movement.
Before choosing a flexible contract, hotels should understand:
- Which charges can change.
- How often prices are reviewed.
- The level of market exposure.
- Forecast consumption.
- Internal risk tolerance.
Standard Variable Tariffs
A Standard Variable Tariff, or SVT, allows unit rates and standing charges to move in line with the energy market.
These tariffs often have no fixed end date and may not include an exit fee. However, they can provide less price certainty than a fixed contract.
If your hotel is on an SVT, it is worth comparing available energy tariffs to see whether another contract would better reflect your needs.
Deemed and out-of-contract rates
Deemed and out-of-contract rates are usually more expensive than negotiated business energy contracts.
Deemed rates may apply when:
- You move into a hotel without arranging an energy contract.
- You take over a hospitality business.
- No formal agreement is in place for the new occupier.
Out-of-contract rates may apply when:
- Your previous contract ends.
- No renewal or switch has been arranged.
- The existing supplier continues to provide electricity and gas.
If your hotel is paying deemed or out-of-contract rates, Business Utility Hub can review the current position and compare alternative contracts from our range of energy suppliers.
How are monthly hotel energy costs calculated?
Monthly hotel energy costs depend on much more than how much energy your property uses. While energy consumption has a major influence, your business energy contract also affects the amount you pay.
Your hotel's energy bills are typically made up of:
- Electricity unit rates.
- Gas unit rates.
- Daily standing charges.
- Total electricity usage in kilowatt-hours (kWh).
- Total gas usage in kWh.
- Metering and network charges.
- VAT and applicable levies.
- Contract type and length.
- Any pass-through costs included within the agreement.
Hotels with similar occupancy levels can still receive very different business energy bills if they have different energy tariffs or supplier terms.
For example, one hotel may benefit from competitive unit rates but pay higher standing charges, while another may have lower fixed costs but remain on deemed or out-of-contract rates.
Understanding exactly how much energy your hotel uses, alongside your current tariff, helps identify whether higher hotel energy bills are being driven by energy consumption, contract terms or both.
Hotel energy comparison for B&Bs and guest houses
Business Utility Hub doesn't only support large hotels. We also help B&Bs, guest houses and other independent hospitality businesses compare business energy contracts.
Although smaller properties generally use less energy than a large hotel, heating, hot water and guest accommodation still create significant energy demand throughout the year.
Energy costs for B&Bs and guest houses can be affected by:
- Seasonal occupancy.
- Number of guest rooms.
- Heating and hot water demand.
- Breakfast preparation.
- Laundry requirements.
- Building age and insulation.
- Standing charges.
- Current energy tariffs.
Many independent hospitality businesses also have fewer opportunities to spread fixed costs across large numbers of rooms, making it particularly important to review business energy prices regularly.
Business Utility Hub compares gas and electricity contracts for hotels of every size, helping independent hospitality businesses secure suitable contracts based on their energy usage and operating requirements.
Why choose Business Utility Hub for hotel energy comparison?
Specialist hospitality focus
Looking for hotel electricity deals?
Business electricity powers almost every part of a hotel.
Electricity may be used for:
- Guest room lighting.
- Air conditioning.
- Lifts.
- Reception areas.
- Refrigeration.
- Commercial kitchens.
- Laundry equipment.
- Leisure facilities.
- Conference rooms.
- Electrical equipment throughout the property.
Business Utility Hub compares business electricity contracts from a trusted network of UK business electricity suppliers.
We review your electricity usage, current tariff and contract terms before comparing suitable options based on how your hotel operates.
Whether your contract is approaching renewal or has already expired, we'll help you compare business electricity prices with confidence.
Looking for combined gas and electricity deals?
Most hotels rely on both gas and electricity throughout the day.
Gas is commonly used for:
- Heating.
- Hot water.
- Commercial kitchens.
Electricity powers lighting, guest rooms, air conditioning, refrigeration, laundry equipment and many other day-to-day operations.
Rather than assuming one supplier will always provide the best deal, Business Utility Hub compares both combined and separate gas and electricity contracts to identify the most suitable option for your hospitality business.
We'll explain every contract clearly, compare unit rates and standing charges, and manage the switching process from start to finish.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the best energy supplier for a hotel?
There is no single best energy supplier for every hotel. The most suitable supplier depends on your hotel's energy usage, number of guest rooms, facilities, location, meter type, contract length and current market prices.
Business Utility Hub compares business energy suppliers from across the UK market, helping hotels, B&Bs and guest houses identify competitive gas and electricity contracts based on how their property operates.
How can hotels save money on energy bills and improve energy efficiency?
Hotels can reduce energy costs by combining practical energy efficiency improvements with regular reviews of their business energy contract.
Practical ways to reduce hotel energy consumption include:
- Installing LED lighting.
- Using smart thermostats and occupancy sensors.
- Improving heating, cooling and air conditioning controls.
- Replacing older appliances and equipment with energy efficient models.
- Maintaining kitchen and laundry equipment.
- Improving insulation.
- Carrying out regular energy audits.
- Monitoring energy usage through smart meters.
- Using an energy management system or building management system.
- Training staff to identify and reduce energy wastage.
An energy management system can help hotels track usage patterns and identify where energy is being wasted. Larger hotels may also benefit from a building management system that coordinates heating, cooling, ventilation and lighting across different areas of the property.
Reducing energy consumption is only one part of controlling costs. Hotels should also review their business energy contract regularly, compare business energy suppliers before renewal and check that current rates still reflect how the hotel operates and uses energy.
This can also help businesses avoid expensive deemed or out-of-contract rates and use accurate consumption data when comparing future business energy deals.
Combining better energy efficiency with regular energy contract reviews can help hotels reduce costs, lower their carbon footprint and manage energy more effectively without compromising guest comfort.
Compare hotel energy prices today
We support independent hotels, hotel groups, B&Bs, guest houses and multi-site hospitality businesses, comparing business gas and electricity contracts from a trusted network of UK suppliers.
Review your current business energy contract before you sign elsewhere.