Hotel Lobby AI Video Generator
Turn two photos into the viral Hotel Lobby AI video: AI writes an original rap and beat, and you and your friend, partner or pet perform it, lip-synced, in front of the orange backdrop. No editing and no prompts. Free to start with 10 sign-up credits, 8–15 second clips, up to 1080p.
Hotel Lobby AI Generator
Two photos in, a Hotel Lobby AI rap duo video out. AI writes an original rap and you both perform it, lip-synced.
1Add your photos
Front-facing, well-lit photos work best. One face per photo – they don’t need to be taken together.
2Pick the stage
3Pick quality & length
4Who’s the song for?
This video: 492 credits · 10 free credits when you sign up
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Hotel Lobby AI videos are ready in about 3 minutes · Failed renders are never charged
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What Is Hotel Lobby AI?
Hotel Lobby AI is a viral AI video trend that took off on TikTok and X in September 2026. People upload photos of themselves, friends, partners or pets, and an AI video generator recreates a duo rap performance: two people in front of a solid orange backdrop, rapping into a single microphone hanging from the ceiling. The format is based on Quavo and Takeoff's 2022 COLORS performance of their song "Hotel Lobby".
Hotel Lobby AI is also the online generator that makes this video for you. Upload 1–2 photos, pick a stage, say who the song is for, and get a lip-synced rap video with an original AI rap and beat, ready for TikTok, Instagram Reels or YouTube Shorts.
Sources: Complex: Quavo and Takeoff's "Hotel Lobby" performance has become a viral AI meme · Wikipedia: Hotel Lobby (Unc & Phew)
Hotel Lobby AI at a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| What it makes | A Hotel Lobby AI duo rap video: both people perform an original AI rap, lip-synced, over an AI beat |
| What you upload | 1–2 clear photos of people, pets or original characters |
| Output format | MP4 with the rap as audio, in 9:16 (TikTok, Reels, Shorts), 1:1 or 16:9 |
| Stages | Orange Hotel Lobby booth, Luxury Lobby, Studio Booth, Street Cypher |
| Video length | 8, 12 or 15 seconds (default 12 seconds) |
| Resolution | 480p, 720p or 1080p (default 720p) |
| Price | 10 free credits on sign-up (valid for 30 days); paid plans for more videos |
| Skills needed | None: pick a stage and an occasion, the lyrics and prompt are written for you |
Published: 2026-10-12 · Last updated: 2026-10-12
Make Hotel Lobby AI With Anyone
The trend works with any duo, and with a solo performer too.
With friends
Put your best friend next to you and recreate the duo energy. This is the most popular Hotel Lobby AI video.
With your boyfriend or girlfriend
Couple versions spread well because they feel personal. Upload one photo of each of you to make your Hotel Lobby AI video together.
With pets
Make your dog or cat drop bars. Use a clear photo of your pet’s face and Hotel Lobby AI handles the rest.
Solo
No partner? Upload one photo and perform the Hotel Lobby AI trend on your own with a single hanging mic.
Anime and original characters
Use your own drawings or original characters in a Hotel Lobby AI video. Only use characters you have the right to use.
How to Make a Hotel Lobby AI Video
Three steps from photo to post
Add one photo for a solo Hotel Lobby AI video or two photos for the classic duo. Use clear, front-facing photos with good light and one person or pet per photo.
Hotel Lobby AI Prompt (Copy & Paste)
The generator writes the prompt and the lyrics for you. If you want to try the trend in another AI video tool, start from this prompt.
Two performers stand side by side in front of a solid bright orange backdrop, rapping into a single studio microphone hanging from the ceiling. Medium shot, static camera, even studio lighting, confident hip-hop performance energy, natural head nods and hand gestures, synchronized rhythm, 9:16 vertical framing. Keep each person's face, hairstyle and outfit identical to their reference photo. Do not swap faces.Prompt variations
- Couple version: Replace the first sentence with "A couple performs playfully side by side, smiling at each other between lines."
- Pet version: Use "A golden retriever and a cat stand upright like rappers, paws near the hanging microphone, cartoon-realistic style."
- Anime version: Add "two anime-style characters, cel-shaded, same orange backdrop."
- Solo version: Use "One performer stands centered and raps into a single hanging microphone."
Tips for Better Hotel Lobby AI Results
Fixes for the most common Hotel Lobby AI problems.
| Problem | Why it happens | How to fix it |
|---|---|---|
| Faces swap between the two people | The AI mixes up two similar reference photos | Use photos with clearly different hair or outfits, one person per photo, and keep "Do not swap faces" in your Hotel Lobby AI prompt |
| The face does not look like me | Low-quality, side-angle or filtered photo | Use a sharp, front-facing photo with even light and no sunglasses |
| Movement looks stiff | The prompt lacks performance cues | Add "natural head nods, hand gestures, rap performance energy" |
| The video is too short | Short clips only fit a few bars | Pick 15 seconds in "Pick quality & length" for more lyrics |
| The lyrics feel generic | No names or topic were given | Add both names and one specific detail so Hotel Lobby AI can write lyrics about you |
Hotel Lobby AI vs. Other Ways to Make the Trend
How Hotel Lobby AI compares with app templates and general AI video tools.
| Hotel Lobby AI | CapCut templates | General AI video tools | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built for this trend | Yes – stage, lyrics and beat are made for you | Depends on the template | No – write your own prompt |
| Original rap and beat | Yes – written for your names and occasion | No – reuses a sound | Rarely |
| Uses your real photos | Yes – 1–2 reference photos | Limited | Usually |
| Two-person face consistency | Multi-reference keeps each face separate | Basic | Varies |
| Pets and characters | Yes | Limited | Varies |
| Works in the browser | Yes – no app download | App required | Varies |
| Free to try | Yes – sign-up credits | Varies | Varies |
What Hotel Lobby AI Is Not
To avoid confusion, here is what Hotel Lobby AI does not do.
- Not a hotel lobby interior design or architecture rendering tool – it makes trend videos of people and pets.
- Not affiliated with, endorsed by or connected to Quavo, Takeoff, Migos, COLORS or their labels.
- Not a source of the original song or the original COLORS footage – add licensed music on the platform you post to.
- Not a voice cloner – it cannot make anyone sound like a real artist; every rap and beat is original.
- Not a tool for impersonating real people – only upload photos of yourself or people who agreed.
- Not a CapCut template or a mobile app – Hotel Lobby AI runs in your browser.
Hotel Lobby AI FAQ
Answers to the most common questions about the Hotel Lobby AI trend and generator
What is the Hotel Lobby AI trend?
Hotel Lobby AI is a TikTok and X trend that started in September 2026. People use AI to put themselves, friends, partners or pets into a duo rap performance in front of a bright orange backdrop with a hanging microphone, based on Quavo and Takeoff's 2022 COLORS performance of "Hotel Lobby".
How do I make a Hotel Lobby AI video?
Upload one photo of each person (or one photo of both) to the Hotel Lobby AI generator, pick the orange Hotel Lobby stage, choose who the song is for and click "Make our rap video". AI writes an original rap and renders you both performing it in about 2–3 minutes.
Is Hotel Lobby AI free?
Yes, you can start for free. New Hotel Lobby AI accounts receive 10 free credits (valid for 30 days), and no credit card is required. Paid plans add more credits for more videos, and the cost of each video is shown before you generate.
Can I make a Hotel Lobby AI video without signing up?
You need a free account to generate and save videos. Signing up takes a few seconds with Google or email, and your videos stay in your history.
Can I make Hotel Lobby AI with two photos?
Yes. The classic Hotel Lobby AI duo version uses two photos: upload one clear photo per person, and the AI places both performers side by side on the stage. You can also use one photo with both people in it.
Can ChatGPT make Hotel Lobby AI videos?
ChatGPT can help you write lyrics, but the Hotel Lobby trend needs an AI video generator that animates your photos with sound. Hotel Lobby AI does both: it writes an original rap for you and renders the two of you performing it.
Can I make Hotel Lobby AI with CapCut?
CapCut is useful for adding music, captions and cuts after you generate. Create the AI performance video with Hotel Lobby AI, then finish it in CapCut or directly in TikTok.
Can I make Hotel Lobby AI with my pet?
Yes. Upload a clear, well-lit photo of your dog, cat or other pet, and Hotel Lobby AI animates it as a rapper next to you or another pet.
How long are Hotel Lobby AI videos?
Hotel Lobby AI videos can be 8, 12 or 15 seconds long, in 480p, 720p or 1080p, and in vertical 9:16, square 1:1 or horizontal 16:9. The default is a 12-second 720p vertical video for TikTok, Reels and Shorts.
Does Hotel Lobby AI include the Hotel Lobby song?
No. Every video has an original AI-written rap and beat as its audio, not the original "Hotel Lobby" song or lyrics, and it does not clone any artist's voice. If you want the trending sound, add it on TikTok or Instagram when you post.
Is the Hotel Lobby AI trend copyrighted?
Making your own AI performance in a similar style is different from reusing the original song or footage. Do not upload the original clips, only use photos of people who agreed, and add music on the platform you post to. Hotel Lobby AI is not affiliated with the artists.
Can I use Hotel Lobby AI videos commercially?
Check our Terms of Service first. You must own or have permission for every photo you upload, and using the original song or the artists' likeness commercially requires separate licenses.
Why is my Hotel Lobby AI video not working?
Most failed or poor Hotel Lobby AI results come from blurry photos, several people in one photo, side angles, or content that breaks our safety rules. Use one clear, front-facing photo per person. If a generation fails because of a system error, the credits are refunded.
How do I cancel my subscription?
Open the billing page, then click "Manage Subscription". Choose to cancel in the Stripe customer portal and auto-renewal will stop at the end of your current billing period.
How do I request a refund?
Please see our Terms of Service for the refund policy. If you need a refund, contact us at support@hotel-lobby-ai.art.
Hotel Lobby AI Pricing
Start with 10 free Hotel Lobby AI credits – no credit card required. Upgrade when you want to make more Hotel Lobby AI videos.
Secure payments
We support Korean cards, Kakao Pay, Samsung Pay, and Naver Pay, plus global payment methods including Visa, Mastercard, Amex, JCB, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.
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Make Your Hotel Lobby AI Video Now
Two photos, one click, one viral video. Put your crew, your partner or your pet in front of the orange backdrop and post it today. Free credits on sign-up, no credit card needed.
What's New
- – Hotel Lobby AI launched: upload one or two photos, pick one of four stages and an occasion, and get a lip-synced rap duo video with an original AI rap and beat (Seedance 2.5, 8–15 seconds, up to 1080p).
Hotel Lobby AI is an independent AI video tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by or connected to Quavo, Takeoff, Migos or their record labels. Song titles are used only to describe the trend. Only upload photos you have the right to use.