By Towel Depot Sourcing Team · Last updated April 19, 2026
Par level in linen management refers to the minimum inventory quantity required to sustain continuous operations without running out during laundry cycles. The concept originates in food & beverage inventory management but is now universal across hospitality housekeeping.
Standard Par Levels by Vertical
| Operation | Standard Par | Peak Season Par |
|---|---|---|
| Full-service hotel | 3-par | 4-par |
| Boutique hotel | 2-par | 3-par |
| Spa (treatment rooms) | 3-par | 4-par |
| Salon (12+ chairs) | 3-par | 3-par |
| Healthcare | 3-par | 5-par |
| Airbnb (same-day turnover) | 2-par | 3-par |
How to Calculate Par for Your Operation
- Count linen pieces in active service (rooms × pieces per room)
- Add pieces in laundry (estimate: 1× active count)
- Add reserve (1× active count for 3-par)
- Total = 3× your active count = 3-par
Under-buying below par leads to emergency reorders at higher cost. Towel Depot offers standing purchase orders for hospitality accounts — call (800) 585-0314.