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AHLA Report Details Hotel Impact on Los Angeles Economy

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) released a report highlighting the massive economic footprint of the hotel industry in Los Angeles, including $30 billion in guest spending.

Key Takeaways

  1. 1Leverage data showing hotels support 1 in 10 jobs in Los Angeles to advocate for favorable local policies.
  2. 2Recognize that hotels contributed $4.1 billion in state and local tax revenue in 2023, funding vital public services.
  3. 3Highlight the $30.2 billion in guest spending at local businesses as a key driver for non-hotel community stakeholders.

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Source: Lodging Magazine

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