Water Management in High-Traffic Hotels and Resorts

The hospitality industry faces a major challenge: managing water consumption efficiently while maintaining the level of service guests expect. With average usage ranging from 200 to 400 liters per occupied room per day, hotels and resorts must optimize their water resource management to control operating costs and meet rising environmental standards.

Specific Challenges in the Hospitality Sector

High and Varied Consumption

Hotels have particularly diverse water needs, ranging from pools, spas, and laundry facilities to restaurants, guest rooms, irrigation systems, and HVAC operations. This broad usage makes water management complex and calls for tailored solutions for each application.

Pressure on Operational Costs

Water typically accounts for 3% to 5% of a hotel’s total operating expenses, but in regions where water is scarce or expensive, that figure can reach 10%. And considering that hotel guests use twice as much water as they do at home, a 300-room hotel may end up spending tens of thousands of dollars annually just on water.

Innovative Water Management Solutions

Greywater Recovery

Capturing greywater from showers, sinks, and laundry machines offers a significant opportunity for savings. Once treated, this water can be reused for landscaping, cleaning, or even flushing toilets.

Smart Management of Pools, Spas, and Water Play Areas

Pools, spas, and aquatic play features often represent the largest share of a hotel’s water use. Installing advanced filtration systems can reduce water replacement needs by up to 90%, resulting in substantial long-term savings.