Hotel Luggage Carts & Dolly

Hotel Luggage Carts: What You Need to Know

Hotel luggage carts grace nearly every hotel lobby in the country, and choosing the perfect bellhop cart can start your guests off on the right foot. With multiple types of cart to choose from, our collection is sure to contain a cart that matches the needs and aesthetic of your establishment. While bellman carts mainly serve a functional role, they are also large, noticeable pieces that contribute to guests' perception of your establishment.

Upright-type hotel luggage carts have large platforms with bars overhead on which guests can hang clothes that need to be kept unwrinkled. These are perhaps the most recognizable style of bellman cart and can be used easily by both guests and bellhops. The ends of these bellhop carts have bars of some sort that hold the overhead hanger while preventing suitcases from falling off the back as the cart is rolled to rooms. Most establishments without dedicated bellhops will want this style of cart as it is easy to use, convenient, and familiar to your guests. The other main category is truck-type carts.

These work the same as shipping dollies and enable the operator to move heavy luggage with ease. If you have bellhops moving luggage long distances, these dolly-type carts can be easier to use than upright carts.

Besides type and size, operators will need to determine the appropriate hotel luggage cart design for their needs. They come in various colors, materials, and finishes, so every hotel can find one with the right accents to match its lobby. Many bellhop carts have a carpet flooring that keeps luggage from getting scratched while also providing texture and color. Operators can choose from red, black, gray, green, brown, and more to add complementary colors to their establishments.

Don't forget to pair your bellman carts with in-room luggage racks that give guests convenient places to put their suitcases.

Common Questions About Bellman Carts

Which cart type should I choose?

The upright cart makes transporting bulky items and maneuvering in tight spaces easier. They have a convenient hook for suit coats and other hanging garments. These hand trucks have 8-inch pneumatic wheels that provide easy mobility.

Dolly-type carts make delivering a large number of items in one trip a little easier. Because parking garages can be far away from registration desks and guestrooms, having a number of these carts will help your customers get all their belongings to their rooms as efficiently as possible. They have sides to help keep cargo secure, even when items are stacked. They also have a pole across the top for hanging clothes. They come with either 5- or 8-inch casters that are either pneumatic or polyurethane. They're available with stainless or gold hardware, whichever fits in with your décor the best.

When hotel shuttles or tour buses arrive, truck carts are ideal for moving large numbers of suitcases and other luggage. They also give a streamlined look to your décor when moving around merchandise and equipment.

What style should I choose?

Bellhop carts come in two finishes to add to the overall look. You may desire the more utilitarian look of stainless, while carts with gold finishes can add a hint of luxury to your atmosphere.

The surfaces of hotel luggage carts on or against which bags rest are typically covered with carpet. That provides both protection for your guests' luggage and adds a touch of class. You can choose from the following colors:

• Red
• Black
• Gray
• Green
• Brown