Minibar hotel

Voussert has been equipping the hotel industry for over 45 years, supplying everything from hair dryers for guest rooms and toilet paper and soap dispensers to service trolleys for your hotel's housekeeping staff, as well as all consumables such as toilet paper, toiletries, and cleaning supplies. Minibars are therefore a natural choice that Voussert offers in stock at the best possible price , either under the JVD brand or through products sourced directly from manufacturers, primarily in Asia .

The presence of a minibar is clearly a comfort feature for your guests, as having quick access to cold drinks can be essential, especially during the summer months . For the hotel, the minibar also represents a service and an additional source of revenue . But this raises the question of whether to charge for all or part of the drinks available in the minibar?

Do I have to charge for drinks from the minibar in my hotel?

This is a real question because in some high-end hotels where the room price is already significant, some customers may find it "inappropriate" or even "mercantile" to be charged for half a bottle of water or a soda costing a few euros taken from the mini-bar...
It may therefore be justified not to charge for certain drinks up to a limit to be defined, or to provide in the room a "minimal refreshment" in relation to the price of your hotel room.

The minibar either brings satisfaction or a negative experience...

Yes, the presence of a minibar generally enhances your hotel's image , but for this experience to be positive, you must be careful not to fall into the trap of turning the minibar into a mere cash cow. Currently, offering a minimum amount of complimentary drinks, at least upon check-in or with certain types of drinks, will have a minimal impact on your profitability but a very positive impact on the guest's final opinion.
Don't forget that a hotelier's job is to welcome guests in the best possible conditions, and not necessarily to generate revenue from drink sales...

Origin Country of manufacture

The country that predominantly manufactures mini-bars, as well as a large number of other household appliances, is of course the Asian continent. Consequently, the "brands" that offer mini-bars, at best, only "master" a set of manufacturing specifications.
In most cases, these brands are simply "branding" a standard product that is distributed worldwide under several names.
This is why Voussert offers you a historic brand, a leader in the hotel industry like JVD, but also products sourced directly from factories and on which we ensure quality after-sales service.

The characteristics of a mini bar

The size of the mini bar
As its name suggests, a minibar is small enough to fit in a hotel room. Its purpose is to provide a supplementary service, not to replace the hotel bar.
Mini bar energy consumption:
Opt for an energy-efficient minibar. This will reduce operating costs and minimize the hotel's environmental footprint. Models with an A++ energy rating are particularly recommended.
Mini bar noise level: Warning! Danger!
The noise from a minibar can disturb guests' sleep. Choose a quiet model, ideally with a thermoelectric cooling system, which is generally quieter than compressor systems.