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Key Card Holders

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Key card holders are custom printed card wallets designed to hold a standard CR80 hotel key card, access pass, membership card, or gift card. Available in 8 styles and 10 materials, personalised key card holders replace the plain plastic sleeve with a branded, print-ready format that reinforces your identity at the moment of check-in and carries it with the guest for the duration of their stay. With a minimum order of just 25, key card holders are cost-effective for independent properties and large hotel groups alike.

Why use printed key card holders?

A key card holder is the first branded item your guest holds after check-in. Here is what a printed holder delivers and who it suits best.

A hotel check-in experience that reinforces your brand from the very first moment
Branded hotel key card holders that work harder than a plastic sleeve
A printed key card holder sits on the bedside table for the entire stay, slips into pockets and bags, and carries your brand out the door. Include Wi-Fi passwords, breakfast times, check-out information, or a QR code linking to your guest app - all on a format your guest will keep and refer to. Pair with our door hangers for a fully coordinated branded guest experience.
A card wallet for events, gyms, and co-working spaces that does more than hold a pass
Custom key card holders for venues, events, and membership schemes
Any business issuing CR80-format cards can use a branded key card holder to reinforce its identity. Conference organisers use them to hold delegate access cards alongside schedules and sponsor information. Gyms and leisure centres use them to turn a membership card handover into a branded moment. Retailers use them as presentation packaging for gift cards and loyalty cards.
A secure, no-glue enclosure that protects the card and presents your brand professionally
8 styles and 10 materials including foiled, metallic, and recycled
Choose from book-fold and tent-fold formats, with custom card slits, advertising bands, and interlocking tab enclosures across 8 distinct styles. 10 materials available including Standard Silk, Foiled, Metallic, Brown Kraft, and fully Recycled options - all precision die-cut to fit a standard CR80 card.

Request a free sample pack to feel the material options before ordering, or view our range of materials to see which suits your needs.

Product specification:

  • Styles: 8 styles available - select yours in the calculator below to view dimensions and download the artwork template
  • Finished size: 70mm × 100mm across all styles
  • Card compatibility: Precision die-cut to fit standard CR80 cards (85.6 × 54mm) - hotel key cards, access passes, membership cards, and gift cards
  • Fold types: Book fold (Styles A, B, C, H - opens right to left) and tent fold (Styles D, E, F, G - opens bottom to top)
  • Materials: Standard Silk, Brown Kraft, Textured, Recycled, Grey Pulpboard, Laminated, Foiled, Metallic, Neon, Colour Board
  • Printing: Full-colour CMYK, single or double-sided. White ink printing also available on Brown Kraft, Metallic, Neon, and Colour Board materials.
  • Templates: Downloadable for every style from the Template Downloads tab

Typical applications: Branded hotel key card holders for check-in packs and guest stays; hotel room key holders carrying Wi-Fi details, breakfast times, and guest information; custom key card holders for conference and event delegate passes; key card wallets for gym and leisure centre membership cards; printed key card holders for gift card and loyalty card presentation; branded key card holders for co-working spaces and serviced offices; personalised key card holders for boutique hotels and B&Bs.

For a complete branded guest experience, our door hangers are available to complement your key card holders. Minimum order: 25 key card holders. Available in 8 styles with downloadable templates. Free UK delivery.

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Choosing your key card holder style

There are 8 styles available, split across two fold types. Book-fold styles (A, B, C, H) open right to left along the long edge of the holder, like a book. Tent-fold styles (D, E, F, G) open bottom to top along the short edge. All styles fold to a finished size of 70 x 100mm and are precision die-cut to accept a standard CR80 card (85.6 x 54mm). Select your style in the calculator to view the flat template dimensions and download the artwork file.

Style guide

Style A: Book fold - the standard book-fold format with a single card slit on the inside front panel. Clean and straightforward; the most widely used style for hotel key card holders. Style B: Book fold - book fold with a different card slit configuration, giving an alternative card presentation on the inside. Style C: Book fold - book fold with an advertising band across the middle of the inside panel when opened. The band adds structural stability for the key card and provides an additional branding or information panel - ideal for including Wi-Fi codes, breakfast times, or promotional messaging. Style D: Tent fold - the standard tent-fold format, opening bottom to top. Sits flat on a desk or reception counter. Style E: Tent fold - tent fold with an alternative card slit layout. Style F: Tent fold - tent fold with a further card slot variation suited to specific card presentation requirements. Style G: Tent fold with interlocking tab - tent-fold format with an interlocking tab closure that fully encloses the card without any glueing. The tab locks the holder shut, providing a secure enclosure suited to gift card packaging and premium membership card presentation. Style H: Book fold with interlocking tab - book-fold format with the same interlocking tab closure as Style G. Opens right to left and encloses the card securely without adhesive, with a wide side-flap format that provides additional space for schedules, maps, or sponsor information.

Choosing the right material for your key card holder

10 materials are available for key card holders: Standard Silk, Brown Kraft, Textured, Recycled, Grey Pulpboard, Laminated, Foiled, Metallic, Neon, and Colour Board. Waterproof and Frosted materials are not available for key card holders as these are rigid plastic films that do not crease flat - they spring open due to their rigidity, which would compromise the fold and finish. Standard Silk is the most popular choice - smooth, full-colour print-ready, and cost-effective from 25 holders. For key card holders that will be handled repeatedly or need to withstand a full hotel season, Laminated (matt or gloss) provides significantly greater durability and resistance to surface wear. We recommend keeping the creased spine free of ink where possible, as some natural cracking may occur along the fold. If printed ink is required across the spine, adding a laminate finish will protect the crease and keep the fold in perfect condition. For premium hotel branding and VIP check-in packs, Foiled (gold or silver) and Metallic (gold or silver) deliver a luxury finish that makes an immediate impression. For eco-conscious properties, Recycled board and Brown Kraft both carry recycled fibre content and complement a sustainable brand positioning - popular with eco-hotels and B&Bs. Colour Board offers 6 colour choices for a bold, distinctive look. Neon board is available in yellow, pink, orange, and green for high-impact, high-visibility applications.

How to get the best print results

Key card holders are printed using full-colour CMYK or white ink on your chosen material. Supply artwork at a minimum resolution of 300dpi at the final flat print size. Download the artwork template for your chosen style using the Download Template button in the calculator - each style has a unique flat size, fold line, card slit position, and cut line that must be accounted for in the artwork. Keep critical content at least 5mm from all cut and fold edges. Keep body copy at 8pt or above for legibility after printing and folding. Templates can also be downloaded from the Template Downloads tab.

Single-sided vs double-sided printing

Most key card holders are ordered double-sided. The outside front panel carries your brand identity - logo, property name, and design. The inside panel typically features the card slit on one side and useful guest information on the other: Wi-Fi password, breakfast times, check-out procedure, local recommendations, or a QR code linking to a digital guest directory. For conference and event use, the inside can carry a schedule, map, or exhibitor information. Style H, with its wide side-flap format, provides the most interior space of any style in the range and is particularly well-suited to information-heavy applications.

Frequently asked questions

What size card do key card holders fit?

All 8 styles are precision die-cut to fit a standard CR80 card measuring 85.6 x 54mm - the same dimensions as a credit card, hotel key card, access pass, membership card, or gift card. The finished holder size across all styles is 70 x 100mm.

What is the difference between a book fold and a tent fold?

A book-fold holder (Styles A, B, C, H) opens right to left along the long edge, like a book or passport wallet. A tent-fold holder (Styles D, E, F, G) opens bottom to top along the short edge and sits flat on a surface like a tent card. The choice depends on how the holder will be presented - book fold is the most common format for hotel check-in packs, while tent fold is popular for desk and counter display.

How do the interlocking tab styles work?

Styles G and H feature an interlocking tab closure that folds and locks without any adhesive or glueing. The tab securely encloses the card inside the holder, making them particularly suited to gift card packaging, premium membership card presentation, and any application where the card needs to be fully enclosed and protected during transit or display.

Will the fold crack the printed ink?

Some natural cracking can occur at the fold spine where printed ink sits directly on the crease. We recommend keeping the spine free of ink where possible. If your design requires ink across the spine, adding a matt or gloss laminate will protect the spine from creasing and prevent cracking.

Why are Waterproof and Frosted materials not available?

Waterproof polyester film and Frosted film are rigid plastic materials that do not crease flat - they spring open due to their rigidity, which would compromise the fold and finish of the key card holder. Both materials are available across other products in our range where creasing is not required.

Can I order key card holders for a one-off event?

Yes. The minimum order quantity is 25 key card holders, making it practical for small events, boutique hotel openings, or short-run membership launches. Quantities run from 25 up to 10,000+. Use the calculator to configure your chosen style and material and get an instant price.

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