There isn’t one best POS for hotels. The best hotel POS system depends on your property size, outlets, payment channels and existing technology. Look for a setup that supports reception, on-property services, online bookings and reporting, with consistency across locations if you run a hotel group.
From independent bistros and takeaways to caterers and multi-site restaurant groups,
Elavon supports payments at the counter, table and across digital channels.
From the first order to the final bill, our restaurant point-of-sale (POS) systems are backed by 24/7 technical support.
- Take payments wherever customers order: at the till, table, online, over the phone or through supported QR-code journeys
- Handle tips and split bills more easily with restaurant payment solutions
- Connect with compatible systems for bookings, ordering and restaurant management
- Choose a setup that fits your restaurant, based on your service style, number of sites and payment needs
- Get started with assisted onboarding or self-service setup, where available
Global scale
Elavon supports more than two million customers in 36 countries, from small businesses to global brands.
Reliable authorisations
We commit to 99.99% uptime for payment authorisations, helping keep payments moving during busy services.
Get paid fast
Same-day funding* helps eligible customers manage stock, suppliers and day-to-day cashflow.
*Eligibility criteria, terms and conditions apply. Additional fees and batching cut-off times may apply.
Connect payments with leading ecommerce and business platforms
Serve customers smoothly, wherever they order and pay
In your restaurant
Take contactless and digital wallet payments at the till, bar or table, with portable terminals that can support split bills and tipping.
Online ordering
Take bookings, deposits and order payments through secure checkout, Pay By Link or supported QR-code journeys for collection and delivery.
Orders by phone
Use a browser-based Virtual Terminal for phone orders, deposits, takeaway prepayments and catering payments without a physical terminal.
Accept the cards and digital wallets your customers prefer
Restaurant POS devices and card machines
Choose a countertop card machine for the till, a portable POS device for pay-at-table service or a combination of both.
Keep service moving
Use countertop, portable or kiosk payment options to support counter service, pay at table and self-ordering. Take payments for bookings, takeaway and catering orders online, by phone or through Pay By Link.
Clearer payment management
Use digital receipts, refund records and Elavon Connect reporting to support reconciliation, manage disputes and respond to chargebacks across your restaurant or group.
Control bookings and bills
Take deposits or pre-authorise funds for bookings to help manage no-shows and late cancellations. Compatible restaurant POS systems can also support tipping and split bills.
“Our worst nightmare is a payments outage on a Saturday night and an acquirer that can’t help us at weekends. That I don’t have to worry about payments is Elavon’s biggest selling point. That’s their USP.”
“It’s not just a POS system: it helps me run all aspects of my business. I can focus on interior design, hiring the best staff and marketing because I know that the payments side is very well taken care of.”
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Restaurant POS FAQs
Running a bistro, takeaway or multi-site group? Find clear answers about restaurant POS systems, payments, deposits and integrations.
Portable card machines let staff take payments at the table. Compatible features can allow customers to divide the bill, pay separately and leave a tip before completing their payment. Available options depend on the terminal, software and payment setup you choose.
Restaurants can take deposits or prepayments for bookings, events, catering and takeaway orders using options such as Pay By Link or a Virtual Terminal. Pre-authorisation temporarily reserves funds without taking the full payment. Availability depends on your payment setup.
Yes. Restaurants can use online checkout for bookings and orders, Pay By Link for remote payment requests and a browser-based Virtual Terminal for phone payments. These options can support deposits, takeaway prepayments, catering orders and private events.
Elavon can connect payments with compatible booking platforms, ordering tools and restaurant management systems. Integration options depend on the technology you already use and the payment setup you choose, so compatibility should be confirmed before implementation.
Elavon can support compatible iPad, tablet and cloud POS setups. The right option depends on your existing technology, service model and reporting requirements. Compatibility should be confirmed before you choose or change your restaurant point-of-sale system.
Elavon offers payment solutions for individual restaurants and multi-site groups. Depending on your setup, Elavon Connect can give you a consolidated view of payment activity and settlements across locations, helping make reporting and reconciliation easier.
Yes. Pay by Link lets you send guests a secure payment link by email, text or another approved channel. Hotels can use it for booking deposits, prepayments, events and other remote payment requests.
Helping thousands of customers around the world grow their business through payments
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U.S. Bank Europe DAC, trading as Elavon Merchant Services, is a credit institution authorised and regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. Authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority. Subject to regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority and limited regulation by the Prudential Regulation Authority. Details about the extent of our regulation by the Prudential Regulation Authority are available from us on request.
Helping thousands of customers around the world grow their business through payments
Customer service and support
We’re here to help!
Customer service: 0345 850 0195 (menu option 2)
Telephone: Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm
Chat: Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm
Elavon technical support: 0818 20 21 30 (menu option 1)
24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Opayo product support: 0191 313 0299
24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Copyright © 2026 | U.S. Bank Europe DAC. Registered in Ireland with Companies Registration Office. The liability of the member is limited. United Kingdom branch registered in England and Wales under the number BR022122.
U.S. Bank Europe DAC, trading as Elavon Merchant Services, is a credit institution authorised and regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. Authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority. Subject to regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority and limited regulation by the Prudential Regulation Authority. Details about the extent of our regulation by the Prudential Regulation Authority are available from us on request.
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