Business Energy for Hospitality & Leisure

It varies hugely by size, but a large hotel can use as much as 7,500 kWh in a single day. Across the sector, energy makes up roughly 4 to 6% of a hospitality business’s running costs, and the UK industry spends an estimated £1.3 billion a year on energy.

Often, yes. If you trade late or overnight, an Economy 7 or Economy 10 tariff offers cheaper rates at off-peak times, which can suit pubs, nightclubs, hotels and late restaurants. We compare these where they’re available and worth it for your usage pattern.

Start with the contract, since the wrong tariff or out-of-contract rates are the most common cause of overpaying. Then tackle waste, especially overnight: smart heating and lighting controls, LED bulbs, efficient kitchen appliances and timers all add up. One government trial cut overnight usage by up to 66%.

A fixed-rate contract usually suits hospitality best, locking in your unit rate and standing charge so a busy summer or cold winter doesn’t bring nasty surprises. For very large or variable users, a flexible contract can help you buy when wholesale prices dip. We’ll advise on the right fit.

Yes. Pub groups, restaurant chains and hotel portfolios can consolidate every site onto one supplier, with one bill and one renewal date, even where contracts currently end on different dates. It saves admin and your combined usage can unlock a better rate.

Yes, and many do. Most suppliers offer renewable electricity tariffs, now often priced in line with standard ones. A green tariff can support your sustainability goals and is increasingly something guests and customers look for.

If your site’s peak demand reaches 100kW, a half-hourly (HH) meter is required by law. Larger hotels, busy restaurants and big venues often fall into this band. HH meters give detailed usage data, which our team uses to sharpen your deal.

No. Switching only changes the company that bills and manages your supply. The cables, pipes and physical supply stay exactly the same, with no interruption, so service to your guests carries on as normal.

It depends on your current rates, contract and usage, but hospitality sites on out-of-contract or default rates are often overpaying. The quickest way to find out is to compare with your postcode or speak to a hospitality specialist.