Key Facts

Average STC Rating for Basic Hotel Room	35-40
Recommended STC Rating for Luxury Quiet	50-60
Noise Reduction from Double Glazed Windows	Approx. 25-35 dB
Primary Noise Sources in Hotels	Adjoining rooms, hallways, street traffic, HVAC
Cost Impact of Superior Soundproofing	Adds 5-10% to construction costs
Common Acoustic Materials	Mineral wool, resilient channels, laminated glass, solid core doors
Impact of Noise on Sleep Quality	Can reduce REM sleep by up to 50%