About AHLA
The largest hotel association in the U.S. representing ALL segments nationwide
AHLA is the leading voice representing every segment of the hotel industry including major chains, independent hotels, management companies, REITs, bed and breakfasts, industry partners, and more.
Our Mission & Vision
AHLA strives to be an indispensable resource serving, supporting, and advocating on behalf of the American hospitality industry in order to build a vibrant and united hospitality industry that powers America’s economy.
Commitment to Diversity
At AHLA, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) efforts are central to who we are and how we operate. Our commitment to enhancing DE&I across our organization is steadfast – from our staff to our board to our members. At all professional levels, we are dedicated to hiring and promoting employees from diverse backgrounds to create a robust organization that achieves our goals.
32,000+
Member Properties
1,000+
Corporate Members
TOP 10
Hotel Companies
We Serve Dedicated & Diverse Members
AHLA proudly serves our members who represent every segment of the hotel & lodging business across the country, including 80% of all franchised hotel properties in the United States – over 3.2 million rooms.
The Hotel Industry Impact: Billions of dollars per year.
Hotels Contribute Nearly $600 Billion to U.S. GDP each year.
AHLA is proud to spearhead the hotel industry’s national advocacy agenda.
Our goals as an association are to support policies that:
- Promote and protect our guests and improve the guest experience;
- Lead to job growth and creation; and
- Empower employers to foster employee training and career advancement.
Key Issues
AHLA is the leading voice representing every segment of the hotel industry including major chains, independent hotels, management companies, REIT’s, bed and breakfasts, industry partners and more.