How to make it
- 01Upload one clear, front-facing photo for the left performer and one for the right.
- 02Confirm that the people in the photos agreed to be in the video, then press Generate.
- 03Wait about five minutes. The clip appears here and in My Videos.
- 04Download it and add the trending sound inside TikTok, Reels or Shorts when you post.
About this trend
The Hotel Lobby AI trend recreates a 2022 studio performance of the song "Hotel Lobby": two artists in a bright orange room, sharing one microphone that hangs from the ceiling. In September 2026 people started using AI video models to swap the performers for friends, family, pets and fictional characters, and the format spread across TikTok, Reels and Shorts. The name comes from the song, not from an actual hotel lobby.
FAQ
- How much does a Hotel Lobby AI video cost?
- Each video costs credits, which come in one-time packs or a monthly plan. A failed generation is refunded automatically.
- Does the video include the original song?
- No. The clip is generated with an original beat. Add the trending sound from the TikTok, Reels or Shorts sound library when you post, so the platform handles the music license.
- What photos work best?
- One person per photo, face clearly visible, looking at the camera, good light. JPG, PNG or WebP. The two people do not need to be in the same photo.
- Can I use photos of celebrities?
- No. Only upload photos of yourself or of people who agreed to appear. Photos of public figures and of minors are not allowed.
- How long does it take?
- Usually around five minutes for a 10-second clip. You can leave the page; the finished video is saved in My Videos.
- Is this a CapCut template?
- No. A CapCut template swaps a face onto the original footage. This generator creates a new video from your two photos, so both performers are replaced and nothing from the original recording is used.