Direct answer
Expect $16–$395 at Hollywood Tans. The full documented set runs $16–$395 because it also covers add-ons, policy charges and package pricing. The median across all 4 documented amounts is $166.99.
UV bed - level 1 is priced on time and product, not on a fixed rate card, which is why two quotes in the same city can differ by 35% for the same service name.
- Working range
- $16–$395
- U.S. market midpoint
- $11 per session
- Basis
- 4 price points documented from official sources
- Last reviewed
- August 2026
The short version
- $16–$395 is the working range for Hollywood Tans, from 4 documented amounts.
- The full documented set spans $16–$395 once fees and add-ons are counted.
- The U.S. national median for uv bed - level 1 is $11 per session.
- Add about 27% to any menu price for sales tax and gratuity.
- Maintained twice weekly in season, the annual cost is around $528.
- The biggest single variable is bed level — level 1 through level 5 is the primary price ladder.
What the brand actually publishes
4 documented amounts, split into services, add-ons, plans and policy charges. Each keeps the precise label it was published under so you can match it against the menu you are shown at booking.
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single session | $16–$27 | $21.50 | $11 | Hollywood Tans |
| Package | $72–$395 | $233.50 | $323 | Hollywood Tans |
| All-inclusive example | $166.99 | $166.99 | — | Hollywood Tans |
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly access | $84–$200 | $142 | $116 | Hollywood Tans |
Franchise and independently-owned locations set menus inside a corporate band. Use them as documented examples only.
How this compares with the wider U.S. market
These are U.S. market ranges compiled from published industry pricing data, not figures published by any single brand. Use them to place a quote against the national picture.
| Service | Market low | National median | Market high | Unit | What drives it |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UV bed - level 1 | $6 | $11 | $18 | per session | Base-level bed, longest exposure time. |
| UV bed - level 2 | $10 | $16 | $26 | per session | Faster bronzing bed. |
| UV bed - level 3 | $15 | $23 | $36 | per session | High-pressure or hybrid equipment. |
| UV bed - level 4/5 | $22 | $34 | $55 | per session | Top-tier beds and stand-ups. |
| Spray tan (booth) | $25 | $45 | $75 | per session | Booth is cheaper; hand airbrush costs more. |
| Unlimited tanning membership | $20 | $45 | $110 | per month | Tier determines bed access and spray inclusions. |
Compiled national figures for context only. No brand on this page has published these numbers, and none of them is a bookable rate.
The same service, four different markets
Before deciding a quote is high, check it against your own market rather than the national number. A $16 quote is expensive in a tier-4 market and unremarkable in tier 1.
| Market tier | Planning range | Multiplier | Example markets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 - highest-cost metros | $15–$19 | 1.35–1.75× | Manhattan, San Francisco, Boston, Seattle, Washington DC, Miami Beach |
| Tier 2 - large metros | $12–$15 | 1.10–1.32× | Chicago, Los Angeles suburbs, Denver, Austin, Atlanta, San Diego, Portland |
| Tier 3 - mid-size metros | $10–$12 | 0.94–1.10× | Columbus, Kansas City, Charlotte, Nashville, Phoenix, Indianapolis |
| Tier 4 - small metro and rural | $8–$10 | 0.70–0.93× | Smaller cities, county seats and rural markets |
Derived by applying regional cost-of-doing-business multipliers to the $11 national median. Treat as a sanity check on a quote you have been given.
Six things that decide what you pay
Ask about these when you book, not at checkout. Every one of them is easier to decline on the phone than mid-appointment.
- Lotion purchase+$25–$90
The largest and least-expected line on a first visit.
- Membership tier+$15–$70
Each tier unlocks a different set of beds and spray inclusions.
- Enrolment or annual fee+$15–$60
Charged in addition to the monthly rate at many chains.
- Contract term and freeze ruleschanges the contract, not the price
Minimum terms and freeze policies change the true cost.
- Bed level+$8–$40
Level 1 through level 5 is the primary price ladder.
Related cost breakdowns: Hollywood Wax Cost, Annual Tanning Cost and Stand Up Tanning Cost.
Mistakes that cost real money
Every one of these is routine, avoidable and costed. None of this involves haggling — only a well-timed question.
- 1Comparing headline prices across different scopescosts $20–$70
Two "haircut" prices can include completely different work.
- 2Not asking what is required versus optionalcosts $20–$70
Some finishes are effectively mandatory but quoted separately.
- 3Forgetting tax and gratuitycosts $20–$30
Together they add approximately a quarter to the menu price.
If you want the policy detail behind these: Prepare For UV Tanning and Salon Cancellation Fees.
The booking script, word for word
You do not need to negotiate. You need the price to be stated before the service starts. These questions do that without any awkwardness.
- "If I join the membership today, is there an enrolment or annual fee on top?"
- "Is there a first-visit offer or a package rate I should know about?"
- "Is a shampoo, blow-dry or finish included in that price, or billed separately?"
- "What add-ons do you normally recommend for this service, and what does each cost?"
- "Can you email or text me the quote before my appointment?"
- "Which provider tier is that quote for, and what does the next tier up cost?"
- "If this runs longer than booked, does the price change?"
Finally: get the quote in writing. A text or email costs the salon nothing and removes any argument at checkout.
From menu price to what you actually hand over
Every line below is normal and expected. None of it is a scam — but almost none of it appears on the menu board either.
| Line | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base service | $187 | The line you see on the menu |
| One typical add-on | $31 | Accepted at the chair without a stated price |
| Subtotal | $218 | Before tax and gratuity |
| Sales tax at 6.4% | $13.95 | Varies by state and city; services are taxable in some states only |
| Gratuity at 22% | $47.96 | Calculated on the service, not on tax |
| Realistic total | $279.91 | 50% above the menu price |
An illustration built from the ranges on this page. Your tax rate and add-on choices will differ.
Takeaway: budget $280 when the board says $187. The difference is $93.
To check a specific quote, try it with your own figures.
Annual cost of ownership
Most budgets break at the cadence, not the price. UV bed - level 1 maintained twice weekly in season works out to around $528 annually once gratuity is included.
| Provider level | Each visit | Visits/yr | Service spend | Gratuity | Annual total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget provider | $6 | 40 | $240 | $48 | $288 |
| National median | $11 | 40 | $440 | $88 | $528 |
| Premium provider | $18 | 40 | $720 | $144 | $864 |
Gratuity is included at 20% because it is not optional in reality. Strip it out if you budget gratuity on a separate line.
The cheapest lever is nearly always stretching the cadence, not finding a cheaper provider. Moving from 40 visits a year to 30 saves about $132 annually — generally more than switching salons would.
Break-even points for monthly plans
A membership is worthwhile above one number: monthly fee ÷ per-visit price. Below that visit count you are subsidising the salon. At a $11 per-visit rate, here is where each plan level breaks even.
| Monthly plan | Per-visit rate | Break-even | Annual visits needed | Annual cost | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $15 / month | $11 | 1.4 visits | 16 visits | $180 | Worthwhile above 1.4/month |
| $24 / month | $11 | 2.2 visits | 26 visits | $288 | Worthwhile above 2.2/month |
| $35 / month | $11 | 3.2 visits | 38 visits | $420 | Worth it above 3.2/month |
Uses a $11 market per-visit rate. Substitute the rate you were actually quoted.
You can check the maths on your quoted rate against your actual visit count.
Gratuity, converted from percentages into money
Working out a percentage on the spot is a nuisance. Here they are converted to dollars at the low, middle and high end of the market range.
| Gratuity rate | On $6 | On $11 | On $18 | When it applies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15% | $0.90 | $1.65 | $2.70 | Standard for a satisfactory service |
| 18% | $1.08 | $1.98 | $3.24 | Common default in mid-size and large metros |
| 20% | $1.20 | $2.20 | $3.60 | Typical for a stylist you intend to rebook with |
| 25% | $1.50 | $2.75 | $4.50 | Reserved for complex colour, long appointments or a rescue job |
- Do not tip on membership dues, booth rent, deposits, annual fees, gift-card loads or cancellation charges — no service was performed.
- On a $11 service, the difference between an 18% and a 20% tip is $0.22. It matters less than whether you tip at all.
- If more than one person worked on you, check how gratuity is divided before assuming the lead provider receives all of it.
- Card tips may be pooled or delayed to the next pay run. Ask if you want it to reach one person directly.
Your other options, and when each wins
The useful comparison is like-for-like: same service scope, same provider tier, same market. These pages set the comparisons up that way.
Questions people actually ask
What is the real price of Hollywood Tans?
$16–$395 covers the core services documented on this page. Counting every published line - fees and packages included - the full span is $16 to $395, with a midpoint of $166.99.
Is there a price for single session?
Documented between $16 and $27 for single session. Hollywood Tans. The $21.50 midpoint is a reasonable planning figure.
Is there a price for package?
Documented between $72 and $395 for package. Hollywood Tans. The $233.50 midpoint is a reasonable planning figure.
What does monthly access cost?
$84 at the low end, $200 at the top. Hollywood Tans. Against the $11 U.S. median for uv bed - level 1, the upper end of this band is above the national midpoint.
How much is all-inclusive example?
All-inclusive example: $166.99 as published. Hollywood Tans. Compare that against the $11 U.S. median for uv bed - level 1 before deciding whether it is competitive.
What is the real out-the-door cost of Hollywood Tans?
The menu price is not the final price. Budget 24% more - approximately $49 extra on a $206 service - and more if you accept anything offered at the chair.
What does uv bed - level 1 cost per year?
Around $528 annually at 40 visits (twice weekly in season), gratuity included. That figure is considerably more helpful than the $11 per-visit price when deciding whether to commit.
Why does the same service cost different amounts at different locations?
Mostly geography. The same service name maps to roughly $8 in a rural market and $19 in the most costly metros, a 2.5x spread. Provider tier and appointment length move it further.
Are these prices guaranteed?
No. Everything here is either an amount recorded from a source listed below, or a plainly marked U.S. market range. Individual locations revise pricing freely. Last reviewed August 2026.
Sources and how we checked them
3 sources were reviewed for this page. Official brand pages are used for brand claims only; nothing here extrapolates one location's menu into a national rate.
- Hollywood Tans products and servicesPublished sessions, packages and monthly examples · updated 2026
- Hollywood Tans King of PrussiaPublished membership examples · updated 2026
- FDA indoor tanning informationIndoor tanning risk context · updated 2026
Pricing shifts. Quoted a different figure, send it over and we will re-verify.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the real price of Hollywood Tans?
$16–$395 covers the core services documented on this page. Counting every published line - fees and packages included - the full span is $16 to $395, with a midpoint of $166.99.
Is there a price for single session?
Documented between $16 and $27 for single session. Hollywood Tans. The $21.50 midpoint is a sensible planning figure.
Is there a price for package?
Documented between $72 and $395 for package. Hollywood Tans. The $233.50 midpoint is a sensible planning figure.
What does monthly access cost?
$84 at the low end, $200 at the top. Hollywood Tans. Against the $11 U.S. median for uv bed - level 1, the upper end of this band is above the national midpoint.
How much is all-inclusive example?
All-inclusive example: $166.99 as published. Hollywood Tans. Compare that against the $11 U.S. median for uv bed - level 1 before deciding whether it is competitive.
What is the real out-the-door cost of Hollywood Tans?
The menu price is not the final price. Budget 24% more - roughly $49 extra on a $206 service - and more if you accept anything offered at the chair.
What does uv bed - level 1 cost per year?
Approximately $528 per year at 40 visits (twice weekly in season), gratuity included. That figure is far more helpful than the $11 per-visit price when deciding whether to commit.
Why does the same service cost different amounts at different locations?
Mostly geography. The same service name maps to around $8 in a rural market and $19 in the most costly metros, a 2.5x spread. Provider tier and appointment length move it further.
Are these prices guaranteed?
No. Everything here is either an amount recorded from a source listed below, or a clearly marked U.S. market range. Individual locations revise pricing freely. Last reviewed August 2026.
Last reviewed . Prices change without notice — report a correction.