What is the Hotel Lobby AI effect?
The Hotel Lobby AI effect turns reference photos into a new orange-booth performance: two people, a studio microphone, warm light and a short duet. You supply the performers; the model creates the scene and movement.
Our version generates new images and videos. It does not reuse the original performance, copy an artist’s voice or include a licensed song. Facial likeness and choreography can vary, so review your result before sharing it.
Choose a video model and direct the performance
The Video model cards select three different engines: Economy includes Preview 480p at 4 credits per second, Balanced includes Standard 720p at 12, and Studio includes HD 1080p at 25. Each engine currently has the resolution shown; use Output settings for length and format. The quote updates before you generate.
Keep the built-in duet direction or add optional Performance notes about gestures, energy or camera movement. Both reference identities and the orange-booth scene remain assigned. Notes are checked with the photos before generation. This flow does not accept a source performance video, custom audio or one group photo.
Choose the take that fits your idea
The $5 Try a take pack contains 120 credits: enough for one 10-second Standard video at 720p. You can select length, quality, format and vibe before signing in. Uploading and generation require Google or email sign-in and sufficient purchased credits.
A 4-second Preview at 480p uses 16 credits. Standard requests 720p at 12 credits per second; HD requests 1080p at 25 credits per second. Prefer a still? Photo mode creates one 1K duo portrait for 18 credits. Choose vertical 9:16 for phone screens or landscape 16:9 for a wider frame. Both people must be consenting adults, and you must have permission to use both photos.
From your photos to your own performance
Use a clear photo of each person with a visible face and enough detail. JPG, PNG and WebP are supported, up to 10 MB per photo and at least 256 × 256 pixels. Performer 1 goes on the left and Performer 2 on the right.
Choose a playful duet, freestyle energy or a relaxed session. Generated videos can include original AI audio; the result does not come with the original Hotel Lobby track. Add music you are allowed to use in your editor or the posting platform, and check that platform’s licensing rules.
Finished creations appear in your private library. You can return to a processing task and download a completed result. Confirmed failed tasks return their credits; a submission with an uncertain request status requires a support check before retrying.