One standard to make hotel videos comparable

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Instead of one long hotel video showing everything at once, Uhob Visuals are structured as 30-second, category-specific videos. This format captures attention, allows quick comparison, and keeps users engaged.

Uhob Visual Amenities (UVA)

Every hotel needs one UVA, that offers an overview of the property. It showcase the building exterior, interior design, a representative room, and key amenities. The goal: to convey atmosphere and design with minimal or no human presence, letting the space speak for itself. Take a look at these example visuals:

Uhob Visual Experience (UVE)

Each hotel can optionally add one UVE — it captures the guest experience by highlighting what makes your hotel special. Express the vibe, appeal your target audience, and show what your guests can look forward to. Take a look at these example visuals:

Uhob Visual Unit (UVU)

In addition to your UVA and optional UVE, you can publish multiple UVUs. Each UVU focuses on a specific strength or guest segment — whether it’s your appeal to families, your wedding venue offering, or your famous Sunday brunch. UVUs help position your hotel for exactly the audience you want to reach. Take a look at these example visuals:

Keep it clean: What to avoid in Uhob Visuals

To maintain quality and consistency across all Uhob Visuals, there are a few important things to avoid. These guidelines help ensure that your Uhob Visuals are timeless, focused, and always aligned with the Uhob Standard. By steering clear of common pitfalls, you’ll keep your visuals clean, engaging, and effective.

On-screen notes like “rotate phone”

Do not include reminders or prompts for the viewer to rotate their device. All content must be optimized for vertical (9:16) viewing from the start.

Resolution lower than 720 px

Ensure all footage meets a minimum of HD quality (720 px or higher). Low-resolution videos appear unprofessional and reduce the perceived quality of the brand.

360° views

No panoramic or spinning camera angles – focus on composed, directional framing.

Any format other than 9:16

Strictly vertical format to ensure optimal mobile viewing.

Color effects or heavy filters

Avoid artificial color grading, filters, or stylized effects. The imagery should feel natural, timeless, and true to the actual atmosphere.

Private people

Avoid close-ups of individuals, or featuring minors.

Logo overlays

Branding should be communicated through tone and imagery, not through on-screen logos.

Emojis or symbolic icons

No use of emojis or illustrative symbols – maintain a clean, timeless aesthetic.

Split screen

Avoid dividing the screen – each scene should stand alone with clarity.

Rotating or turning shots

Avoid rotating the camera during takes – prefer static or gently guided movement.

Twisting transitions

No spinning or twisting effects between shots – use smooth, subtle cuts instead.

Overemphasis on people

People may appear subtly, but they should not dominate the frame. Place more emphasis on the setting than the model.

Text overlays

No text on screen – storytelling should rely purely on visuals.

Text overlays

No text on screen – storytelling should rely purely on visuals.

Animations or motion graphics

Do not use animated elements – the format relies on authentic, real-world footage.

On-screen notes like “rotate phone”

Do not include reminders or prompts for the viewer to rotate their device. All content must be optimized for vertical (9:16) viewing from the start.

Resolution lower than 720 px

Ensure all footage meets a minimum of HD quality (720 px or higher). Low-resolution videos appear unprofessional and reduce the perceived quality of the brand

360° views

No panoramic or spinning camera angles – focus on composed, directional framing.

Any format other than 9:16

Strictly vertical format to ensure optimal mobile viewing.

Color effects or heavy filters

Avoid artificial color grading, filters, or stylized effects. The imagery should feel natural, timeless, and true to the actual atmosphere.

Private people

Avoid close-ups of individuals, or featuring minors.

Logo overlays

Branding should be communicated through tone and imagery, not through on-screen logos.

Emojis or symbolic icons

No use of emojis or illustrative symbols – maintain a clean, timeless aesthetic.

Split screen

Avoid dividing the screen – each scene should stand alone with clarity.

Rotating or turning shots

Avoid rotating the camera during takes – prefer static or gently guided movement.

Twisting transitions

No spinning or twisting effects between shots – use smooth, subtle cuts instead.

Overemphasis on people

People may appear subtly, but they should not dominate the frame. Place more emphasis on the setting than the model.

Text overlays

No text on screen – storytelling should rely purely on visuals.

Text overlays

No text on screen – storytelling should rely purely on visuals.

Animations or motion graphics

Do not use animated elements – the format relies on authentic, real-world footage.

Key requirements

To meet the Uhob Standard, every Uhob Visual must follow a few essential production guidelines. These requirements ensure visual consistency and technical compatibility, to enable a seamless experience across platforms.

Orientation

All Uhob Visuals must be filmed in portrait mode (9:16).

Resolution

The video resolution should be minimum 720 x 1280 px — better higher.

Duration

Uhob Visuals durate 30s.

Framerate

30 FPS. Consistent frame rate is required throughout the entire video to ensure smooth playback.

File Size

File size can not exceed 500 MB.

Audio

No voice-over allowed. Music must be royalty-free oder licensed. Try to enhances the visual mood without drawing attention.

If you don't have access to suitable royalty-free music, Uhob can provide licensed tracks for you.

Categories

Uhob Visuals are currently based on three categories: UVA, UVE, and UVUs.

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