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Key
Bm
Difficulty
Advanced
Capo
None
Chords
Bm · F# · A · E · G · D · Em · F#7
Hotel California Chords – Guitar
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Key
Bm
Difficulty
Advanced
Tuning
G-C-E-A
Chords
Bm · F# · A · E · G · D · Em · F#7
Hotel California Chords – Ukulele
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Key
Bm
Difficulty
Advanced
Left Hand
Root notes
Chords
Bm · F# · A · E · G · D · Em · F#7
Hotel California Chords – Piano
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Key
Bm
Difficulty
Advanced
Tuning
gDGBD (Open G)
Chords
Bm · F# · A · E · G · D · Em · F#7
Hotel California Chords – Banjo
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Key
Bm
Difficulty
Advanced
Tuning
G-D-A-E
Chords
Bm · F# · A · E · G · D · Em · F#7
Hotel California Chords – Mandolin
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Key
Bm
Difficulty
Advanced
Harp Key
C Diatonic
Chords
Bm · F# · A · E · G · D · Em · F#7
Hotel California Chords – Harmonica
The Eagles’ masterpiece with a descending chord progression in B minor. A challenging but rewarding fingerpicking classic.
Arpeggio Pattern (4/4 Time)
↓↑↓↑
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Tip: Fingerpick the intro — it’s one of the most famous guitar intros ever. The chord progression descends chromatically in the bass: B-A#-A-G#-G-F#.
Chords & Structure
Full Song
Verse 1
Bm – F#
A – E
G – D
Em
F#7
Chorus
G – D
Em – Bm
G – D
Em – F#7
How to Play
Step-by-Step Guide
1
Learn the chords
This song uses 8 chords in the key of Bm: Bm F# A E G D. Get each shape clean on its own first.
2
Practice the changes
Switch slowly between the two hardest chords in a loop until the move feels automatic — no strumming yet.
3
Add the strumming
Bring in a simple down-strum once the changes are smooth, then build up to the song’s rhythm.
4
Play along
Play with the original track to lock in the timing and feel.
Tip: Bm trips up most beginners — try Bm7 or a partial shape first, then move to the full barre once your changes are clean.
Frequently Asked Questions
What chords do you need to play "Hotel California"?
You need 8 advanced-friendly chords: Bm, F#, A, E, G, D, Em and F#7.
Is "Hotel California" easy to play on guitar?
It is rated advanced and uses only 8 chords in the key of Bm, making it a good choice for players at that level.
What key is "Hotel California" in?
It is in the key of Bm.
Who wrote "Hotel California"?
It was written by Eagles.