Pixl Canada installs security cameras for hotels and motels: lobby and front desk, entrances, corridors, exterior stairs, parking, laundry and back-of-house, with a free written quote for wired CCTV and payment after the job. Cameras cover shared areas only, never guest rooms, washrooms or spas. A 60-room, three-storey motel typically needs about 20 cameras, which at 4 MP and 30 days of continuous recording is about 19.4 TB of storage. This page gives the camera plan, the storage math and the privacy rules for guests and staff.
PCBy the Pixl Canada install team. Updated October 26, 2026. 7 min read. Prices in Canadian dollars, before tax.
- Camera plan for a 60-room motel
- Storage and cost worked example
- Guest and staff privacy limits
- Free written quote, pay after the job
- Cover entrances, lobby, corridors, stairs, parking and back-of-house. Never film inside guest rooms or washrooms.
- Post visible notice and limit who can see footage.
- Exterior walkways and parking need good night image quality.
- Plan for the busiest evening: guests, deliveries and cars at once.
Where do cameras go in a motel or small hotel?
| Area | Cameras | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Entrances and lobby | 2 | Who comes and goes; disputes at check-in |
| Front desk | 2 | Cash handling and staff safety |
| Corridors (one per floor end, plus mid) | 6 | Incidents in shared hallways |
| Exterior stairs and walkways | 4 | Access to rooms from outside; night image quality. See night vision cameras |
| Parking lot | 4 | Vehicle break-ins. See parking lot cameras |
| Laundry, back door and garbage area | 2 | After-hours entry |
| Total | 20 | Layouts vary; a walkthrough sets the count |
What will the storage and cost be?
| Item | Figure |
|---|---|
| GB per camera per day (3 Mbps) | 32.4 |
| 30 days, 20 cameras, continuous | 19.4 TB |
| With 25% headroom | about 24 TB |
| Installed cost at $700 to $1,500 per camera | $14,000 to $30,000 (market estimate, not a Pixl price) |
Use the storage calculator, the NVR buying guide and PoE switch sizing to check your own numbers. A long outdoor corridor run may need a second switch: see the cable guide.
What are the privacy limits for guests and staff?
| Rule | In practice |
|---|---|
| No cameras inside guest rooms or washrooms | Never record where guests sleep, change or wash |
| Post clear notice | Signs at entrances. See security camera signs |
| Limit and log access | Named users only. See securing IP cameras |
| Audio | Avoid audio recording. See audio recording laws |
| Retention | Set a fixed period. See the privacy checklist |
How does a hotel or motel camera job work?
- Send photos or a floor plan, or book a walkthrough.
- Get a free written quote with cameras, recorder, cabling and labour listed separately.
- We install in stages so operations continue, if you ask.
- We aim and test every camera, and set up the recorder and phone access.
- You pay after the job.
Hotel and motel security cameras: frequently asked questions
Can a hotel put cameras in corridors?
Yes, shared corridors are common camera locations. Cameras should not look into rooms.
How many cameras does a motel need?
About 20 for a 60-room, three-storey motel is a typical planning figure. A walkthrough sets the exact count.
How much storage for 30 days?
About 19.4 TB for 20 cameras at 4 MP recording continuously.
Can I put cameras in guest rooms?
No. Do not install cameras where guests sleep, change or wash.
How much does it cost?
Market estimates run $700 to $1,500 per installed camera. Pixl gives a free written quote for wired CCTV.
When do I pay?
After the job.
Get a free written quote for your property
Send photos or a floor plan. You pay after the job.
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Sources and method. Camera counts are a planning example, not a standard. Price ranges are market estimates, not a Pixl price. Storage is calculated from planning bitrates. Privacy points are general and not legal advice.
About Pixl Canada. Pixl Canada is an installation company based in Edmonton, Alberta, serving cities across Canada with TV mounting, security cameras, appliance installation and smart home setup. Call or text (587) 899-7495. Open Monday to Saturday 8am to 8pm and Sunday 9am to 7pm.