How do I get hotel camera footage?

If you're short on time, here's a quick answer to your question: While hotels are not required to provide copies of their security footage, you can submit a written request, and they may cooperate, especially if local law enforcement is also requesting the footage as part of an investigation.



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Yes, hotels do keep security footage. This is standard practice for most hotels, as it helps to ensure the safety of guests and staff, and prevent theft and vandalism. The footage is typically kept for an extended period of time, usually between one to three months.

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There is no standard length of time that video surveillance recordings must be maintained in the hotel. Usually, hotel video recording tapes will be kept about 30 — 90 days.

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While you don't have an absolute right to obtain security footage from a hotel, it is possible in many cases with a formal request, especially if law enforcement is also seeking the video. Hotels are interested in cooperating when appropriate to maintain goodwill and ensure guest safety and security.

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Hotels typically keep records of guests for a period of time that is determined by the individual hotel's policies. Generally, hotels will keep records for at least one year after a guest has checked out.

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It is illegal in the United States to have undisclosed cameras in vacation rental homes or hotels. It's also against the policies of every major hotel and vacation home company to have cameras (hidden or visible) in private areas like bedrooms and bathrooms.

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