Hotels buy hospitality TVs from four main sources: authorized hospitality technology distributors, manufacturer business divisions and their dealer networks, systems integrators, and B2B retailers. For a property-wide order, a hospitality distributor (i.e. Transworld) usually covers the most ground, from model selection that follow brand standards through volume pricing, delivery and installation.

Transworld is one of those authorized distributors. We have sold hospitality technology since 1977, and we supply LG, Samsung and Philips hotel TVs nationwide from distribution centers in Doral (Miami), Florida; Orlando, Florida; and Dallas, Texas. This guide explains all four routes, including the ones that don't run through us, so you can pick the right one for your project.

Buying TVs for a hotel is different from buying a few for a home or office. A property may need dozens or hundreds of matching units, a commercial warranty, hotel-mode controls, Pro:Idiom support for premium content, compatible mounts, a firm delivery date and programming in every room. A branded hotel also has to meet its flag's current TV standards.

Hotel TV Purchasing Options Compared

No single channel wins every purchase. The right one is the one that can supply the correct TVs and handle the parts of the project your team doesn't want to manage.

Option 1: Buy Through an Authorized Hospitality TV Distributor

For a property-wide order, start with a hospitality distributor. A distributor compares commercial models across manufacturers, prepares volume pricing, checks inventory, adds mounts and accessories, and schedules delivery around your renovation or opening date.

This route helps most when the hotel needs to confirm:

• Current brand standards and approved product families

• Pro:Idiom or other content-protection requirements

• Compatibility with an RF, IPTV, system-on-chip or set-top-box setup

• Smart TV, casting, content-management and Property Management System needs

• Mounts, remotes, cabling, servers, licenses and spare units

• Freight, storage, phased delivery, room placement and installation

The main value is coordination. One team ties the TV choice to the hotel's technical setup and purchasing schedule and keeps equipment, freight and installation on the same plan.

Transworld works this way. We carry hospitality models from LG, Samsung and Philips, quote volume orders, ship from three distribution centers and coordinate installation through our hospitality TV installation team.

Whichever distributor you use, ask three things: Is the company authorized to sell this manufacturer and model? Do the quoted units carry the manufacturer's commercial warranty? Which services does the price include?

Option 2: Contact the Manufacturer's Business Division

LG, Samsung and Philips all make hospitality TVs, but they sell them in different ways. A manufacturer may take business inquiries directly, sell some products online, work through dealers or send the buyer to an approved distributor.

Going to the manufacturer makes sense for a large single-brand program or an enterprise account that needs close work with one product platform. The tradeoff is that a manufacturer only shows you its own range.

Before you go this route, ask who will quote the final order, supply mounts, deliver the TVs, install and program them, and handle service afterward. On many projects, those jobs still end up with a distributor, dealer or integrator.

Option 3: Buy Through a Hospitality Systems Integrator

An integrator is a good choice when the TVs are one piece of a larger system, such as IPTV, casting, a headend, content management, hotel Wi-Fi or Property Management System integration.

The integrator picks displays that work with its platform and takes responsibility for design, setup, testing and commissioning. That lowers the risk of buying a good TV that doesn't work with the rest of the system.

Integrator proposals usually bundle hardware, software, licenses, installation and support. That's convenient, but it makes the per-TV price harder to compare. Ask for a scope that lists TV models, quantities, warranties, recurring license fees, installation work, exclusions and who owns support issues.

Option 4: Use a B2B Retailer or Marketplace

A B2B retailer works for a small, simple purchase when the property already knows the exact model number and doesn't need design or installation help. Posted prices and fast checkout also help with an urgent replacement.

The risk is buying the wrong product. A listing labeled "commercial TV," "business TV," "Pro TV" or "smart TV" isn't necessarily a hotel TV. It may lack Pro:Idiom, hotel-mode controls, cloning, central management or a commercial warranty that covers guest-room use.

Before ordering, check the full manufacturer model number, the seller's authorization, warranty terms, return policy, whether you can get matching units later and whether the TV works with your current system. A low price stops mattering if you can't configure the TV or connect it to your content platform.

What Size TVs Do Hotels Buy?

Most major hotel brands call for 43" to 55" guest-room TVs, and 55" is the most common standard at upper-midscale and above. Based on Transworld's Hospitality TV Brand Standards Guide:

• Marriott. Most brands require 55". Residence Inn uses 49" and SpringHill Suites uses 43".

• Hilton. Primarily 55", with 40" to 49" at lower tiers. Pro:Idiom is required for connected rooms.

• Hyatt. 55" 4K with b-LAN across all brands.

• IHG. 43" to 55" depending on brand.

• Wyndham. 32" to 55" depending on brand tier, with Pro:Idiom required.

• Choice Hotels. 24" to 49".

• Best Western. 32" to 49" depending on brand tier.

Standards change, so always check your property's current official documents before ordering.

Where should small hotels, motels and B&Bs buy TVs?

Small properties have the same basic needs as large ones (hotel-mode controls, a commercial warranty, matching units) but smaller orders and tighter budgets. Three things matter most:

1. Buy hospitality models, not consumer TVs. Entry-level hospitality TVs keep guests out of the settings menu and clear guest data at checkout. Consumer TVs usually don't, and their warranties often exclude commercial use.

2. Ask distributors about small orders. Many hospitality distributors quote orders dozens of TVs or more, not just large hotel projects. Transworld quotes single-property replacements as well as multi-property rollouts.

3. Plan for matching replacements. Buy one or two spare units now. Small properties often struggle to find the same model a year later, and mixed models complicate remotes, cloning and programming.

If your brand allows non-Pro:Idiom models (some economy flags do), you'll have more lower-cost options. Check your standards first.

What is the best place to buy hotel TVs in bulk?

For most hotel-wide projects, the best source is a hospitality TV supplier that can confirm brand and system compatibility, quote volume pricing, deliver matching commercial models and support installation. The unit price is only part of the cost. Freight, accessories, programming, warranty handling, spares and room downtime all add to the installed cost.

Hotels with complex IPTV, casting or network projects may do better with an integrator. Large single-brand accounts may buy through that manufacturer's business team. Small replacement orders can work through a B2B retailer once you've verified the exact commercial model and warranty.

Still choosing a TV? Read The Ultimate Hospitality TVs Buyer's Guide. For volume planning, freight, spares and rollout strategy, see The Ultimate Bulk & Wholesale TV Buying Guide for Hospitality Companies.

How to Order Hotel TVs Through Transworld

Transworld handles hotel TV purchases from quote through installation, for single-property replacements, renovations, new construction, Property Improvement Plans and multi-property rollouts.

1. Request a quote

Send us the property name and location, hotel flag, room count, preferred screen sizes, quantities, target delivery date and any known TV-system requirements. If different room types or public spaces need different TVs, list quantities for each.

2. Confirm the configuration

Our team checks the proposed models against your current brand standards, content-delivery system, smart features, casting, Pro:Idiom needs, management platform, mounts, remotes and accessories. We also confirm warranty terms and how many spares to order.

3. Plan delivery

Once you approve the order, we plan delivery around product availability, freight, receiving hours, site access, storage, renovation phases and room readiness. We ship nationwide from Doral (Miami), Orlando and Dallas and can stage deliveries by phase.

4. Coordinate installation

Installation can include unloading, room-by-room placement, mounting, programming, channel and input setup, LG Pro:Centric or Samsung LYNK Cloud server setup, testing, serial-number tracking, and liquidation of old TVs. We document the exact scope before work begins.

Browse Transworld's hospitality TVs or request a quote to compare current LG, Samsung and Philips models.

What to Send When Requesting Hotel TV Pricing

A complete request gets you a more accurate quote and fewer revisions. Send your supplier:

• Hotel name, flag, address and project contact

• Project type: new construction, renovation, PIP or replacement

• Room count and TV quantity, including spares

• Screen size by room type

• Current TV model, if replacing an existing system

• Content provider and distribution method

• Pro:Idiom, b-LAN, casting, smart TV or management-platform requirements

• Mount, stand, remote, cabling and accessory needs

• Delivery window and installation schedule

• Receiving, storage, elevator and room-access limits

Branded properties should also send the latest official standards or PIP documents. Requirements change, and your property's current documents control the final selection.

Frequently Asked Questions About Buying Hotel TVs

Where can I buy Samsung hospitality TVs?

Samsung sells hospitality TVs through its business division and through authorized distributors and integrators. Transworld carries current Samsung hospitality models, including LYNK Cloud-compatible TVs. Browse Samsung hospitality TVs

Where can I buy LG hospitality TVs?

LG sells hospitality TVs, including its Pro:Centric models, through LG Business Solutions and authorized distributors and integrators. Transworld carries current LG hospitality models. Browse LG hospitality TVs

Where can I buy Philips commercial TVs?

Philips hospitality TVs are sold through hospitality distributors and integrators. Transworld carries current Philips hospitality models, which come with a standard 3-year warranty. Browse Philips hospitality TVs

Can hotels get volume pricing on TV orders?

Yes. Hospitality distributors, manufacturer business channels, integrators and some B2B retailers offer project or volume pricing. The quote depends on model, quantity, inventory, destination, freight, accessories, services and timing. Compare the full delivered and installed cost, not just the TV price.

Can a hotel buy TVs from a regular retail store?

Yes, but most retail stores sell consumer TVs. Consumer models often lack hotel-mode controls, cloning, Pro:Idiom, fleet management, hospitality-platform compatibility and a commercial warranty. If a retailer lists a hotel TV, check the full model number, seller authorization, warranty and system compatibility before you buy.

Is it OK to put consumer smart TVs in hotel rooms?

A consumer smart TV can show programming, but it isn't built for hotel use. Guests can reach the settings, their streaming accounts may stay signed in after checkout, and the warranty may exclude commercial use. For more than a few rooms, a commercial hospitality TV is the safer choice.

Should a hotel buy used or refurbished hotel TVs?

Used units can cover a short-term gap, but they're risky for a full rollout. Remaining life, hours of use, firmware, warranty, accessories, condition and the supply of matching replacements are all uncertain. Make sure the exact model still works with your TV system and brand standards before buying.

Do hotel brands require specific TV models?

Yes. Requirements vary by hotel company, flag, room type and renovation cycle. A brand may set minimum screen sizes, approved manufacturers or model families, Pro:Idiom requirements, casting features, mounting rules or system integrations. Check your current official standards before ordering. Transworld's Hospitality TV Brand Standards Guide is a good planning reference, but your property-specific documents take priority.

Can hotels buy TVs directly from LG, Samsung or Philips?

Sometimes. It depends on the manufacturer, product line, account size and region. A manufacturer may take a business inquiry, sell some products online, or send the hotel to an approved distributor or local partner. Ask who will handle the final quote, freight, installation and support after the sale.

What warranty should a hotel TV have?

The manufacturer's commercial warranty for that model and use. Length, labor, parts, on-site service, exchange process and coverage area all vary by brand and model. Philips hospitality TVs, for example, carry a standard 3-year warranty. Get the terms in writing and confirm whether the seller or the manufacturer takes the first service call.

Can one company supply, deliver and install hotel TVs?

Yes. Some hospitality distributors and integrators handle the whole project. Transworld coordinates product selection, volume purchasing, delivery, mounts and accessories, programming and hospitality TV installation. Check the included services, site assumptions and exclusions in the written proposal.

Buy Hotel TVs with a Project Plan, Not Just a Price

Where you buy your TVs decides more than the invoice. The supplier affects whether the models meet brand standards, work with your entertainment system, arrive on time, carry the right warranty and get installed the same way in every room.

Transworld has supplied hospitality technology since 1977 and is trusted by more than 10,000 hotels. We support hotel projects with LG, Samsung and Philips commercial TVs, volume pricing, nationwide distribution and installation. Contact Transworld to compare current models and get a quote for your property.