We have placed several orders with Grandstand. Our glassware looks great...
More Than Just an Evening Out
The most memorable hospitality brands do more than provide accommodations—they create experiences guests remember long after checkout. Whether you're a boutique hotel, luxury resort, restaurant group, brewery, or entertainment venue, your branded merchandise should reflect the atmosphere and service that set you apart.
That's where Grandstand comes in.
Grandstand is your strategic partner in transforming hospitality experiences into premium branded merchandise programs. We help you create lasting impressions through products guests actually want to use and keep:
- Premium Drinkware & Barware that brings your brand from your business to everyday life.
- Branded Apparel & Lifestyle Merch that turns guests into loyal brand advocates.
- Custom Packaging & Guest Essentials designed to elevate presentation and enhance the customer experience.
We provide end-to-end support to help hospitality brands create cohesive, experience-driven merchandise collections. We’ll help you craft products that leave a lasting impression.
Expert Advice
Ready for a free consultation?
Our specialists help you navigate products and timelines to find the perfect fit.
Talk to an Account Manager →
Design Services
Not sure what your vibe should be?
Our Grandstand Creative team designs logos and full merch refreshes.
Explore Creative Services →Best Customized Merch for Hospitality-based Businesses in 2026
A curated collection of retail-ready essentials designed to build community and loyalty.
Guest & Member Experience
Retail Merch and Gift Shop
Drinkware & Barware
Headwear
Apparel & Uniforms
Signage, Packaging, & Brand Essentials
Branded Merchandise for Hospitality Businesses
Why Custom Branded Products Matter in Hospitality
★
Build Team Pride with Branded Hospitality Merchandise
Custom branded merchandise can help employees feel more pride and belonging at work. When your team wears or uses products that represent your business, it reinforces a shared identity and creates a more professional, unified brand experience.
Our Seamless Process:
Expertly Handled from Concept to Counter
Expertly Handled from Concept to Counter
We provide world-class customer support and industry expertise to bring your branding ideas to life.
1
Consult & Order
Work with our experts to submit artwork, select products, and finalize quantities. Need to ship to multiple locations? No problem. Place your order—you won't be charged until after approval.
Consult & Order
Work with our experts to submit artwork, select products, and finalize quantities. Need to ship to multiple locations? No problem. Place your order—you won't be charged until after approval.
→
2
Review & Approve
We review digital proofs and orders to ensure every detail is perfect. After your approval, your card is charged and your order moves directly to production.
Review & Approve
We review digital proofs and orders to ensure every detail is perfect. After your approval, your card is charged and your order moves directly to production.
→
3
Expert Production
Our production team brings your design to life with laser-focused attention to detail and rigorous quality control.
Expert Production
Our production team brings your design to life with laser-focused attention to detail and rigorous quality control.
→
4
Final Delivery
We pack and ship your custom gear to your chosen delivery location(s), ensuring it arrives on time and ready to represent your brand.
Final Delivery
We pack and ship your custom gear to your chosen delivery location(s), ensuring it arrives on time and ready to represent your brand.
Customer Feedback Snapshot
What Our Business Partners Are Saying About Us
We did have an issue with a recent order. Abbi, our Account Specialist, was great to work with...
Grandstand was quick to solve our problem. We will continue to use Grandstand...
Excellent service, quality and price. I'd definitely recommend it...
Great experience with Grandstand Glassware. Their customer service was top-notch...
Responsive, helpful, and easy to work with throughout the entire process. The pint glasses turned out fantastic...
Very happy with the quality and overall experience. We'll definitely be ordering again...
These guys are awesome. Fast, friendly and efficient service...
Shortened excerpts from public Google customer reviews.
Ready for a Free Consultation?
Connect via the live chatbot between M-F 8am to 5pm, or send us an email with the form below.
Frequently Asked Questions About Custom Hospitality Merchandise
Why is branded merchandise important for hospitality businesses? ⌄
Branded merchandise helps hospitality businesses create stronger guest experiences while extending brand visibility beyond the property itself. Products like drinkware, apparel, tote bags, and branded guest items help guests remember your business long after checkout or their visit. Merchandise can also strengthen employee culture, support loyalty programs, and generate additional retail revenue.
What hospitality products can Grandstand customize? ⌄
Grandstand specializes in custom printed drinkware, apparel, headwear, packaging, promotional products, barware, and branded merchandise collections for hospitality-focused businesses. Popular products include pint glasses, mugs, hotel merchandise, restaurant apparel, insulated drinkware, event merchandise, and branded retail items.
Can branded merchandise improve guest loyalty? ⌄
Yes. Hospitality merchandise creates a lasting connection between guests and your brand. A high-quality mug, hoodie, tote bag, or branded accessory can remind guests of positive experiences and encourage repeat visits, referrals, and long-term brand recognition.
What are the best merchandise options for hotels and resorts? ⌄
Hotels and resorts often benefit from premium lifestyle merchandise that guests genuinely want to keep and use. Popular options include robes, insulated drinkware, coffee mugs, apparel, tote bags, wellness products, pool accessories, and gift shop merchandise that reflects the property's atmosphere and experience.
Does Grandstand offer design support for hospitality merchandise? ⌄
Yes. Grandstand offers in-house creative support to help businesses develop cohesive branded merchandise collections. This includes product selection guidance, decoration recommendations, artwork preparation, branding consistency, and retail-focused presentation strategies.
Can hospitality businesses sell branded merchandise for additional revenue? ⌄
Absolutely. Many hotels, breweries, restaurants, coffee shops, and entertainment venues successfully sell branded merchandise through gift shops, online stores, front desk retail areas, and event programs. Retail-ready merchandise can create additional revenue while increasing long-term brand exposure.
How long does custom hospitality merchandise production take? ⌄
Production timelines vary depending on the products, decoration methods, quantities, and seasonality. Most hospitality merchandise projects begin production after artwork proofs and order approvals are finalized. Businesses planning around events, tourism seasons, or grand openings should begin the process early whenever possible.
What makes hospitality merchandise successful? ⌄
The most successful hospitality merchandise feels connected to the guest experience itself. Products should reflect the atmosphere, personality, and quality of your brand while also being genuinely useful, stylish, and memorable. Strong hospitality merchandise balances practical value with premium presentation and thoughtful branding.
Delivering quality branding solutions to businesses for nearly 40 years!
Centrally located in Lawrence, Kansas, from the heart of the mid-west, we are your trusted partner in custom printed merchandise. Since 1988, our merch has been enjoyed in the halls of breweries and hospitality-based businesses across the United States. We focus on live-person customer support, tailored to your business' needs. We're ready to make your print dreams come true! Learn More About Us
