LA union hotel employees are back at work — but plan to strike again

Unite Here Local 11 warned that the three-day hotel strike — the largest in Southern California history — was just the "first wave."

By Noelle Mateer • July 6, 2023

Thousands of LA hotel workers walk off the job

Union workers went on strike ahead of the busy July Fourth holiday.

By Noelle Mateer • July 2, 2023

As potential worker strike looms, hoteliers need solid contingency plans

Hotels in Southern California need to prioritize flexibility.

By Rayna Katz • June 30, 2023

Union workers reach deal with Westin hotel in Los Angeles

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, the largest hotel in downtown Los Angeles, avoided a work stoppage by striking a deal for union workers.

By Noelle Mateer • June 30, 2023

Hoteliers look for innovative ways to hire emerging talent

At AHLA and Hotel Management’s Hospitality Show, industry executives discussed how hotels can attract and retain Gen Z talent.

By Jenna Graber • June 30, 2023

Hospitality union launches website claiming mistreatment at Accor properties in DC, California

Workers at a Fairmont in California and a Sofitel in Washington, D.C., detail alleged poor working conditions on AccorHotelAlert.org as hotel union activity ramps up nationwide.

By Noelle Mateer • June 27, 2023

300 people, including 2 LA City Council members, arrested during hotel worker demonstration

Union hotel workers blocked traffic near LAX 10 days after they voted to authorize what could become the largest hotel strike in U.S. history.

By Noelle Mateer • June 23, 2023

Marriott sued by LA guests over ‘junk fees’

The plaintiffs in the lawsuit claim a mandatory “worker protection” fee violates California laws.

By Jenna Graber • June 22, 2023

Marriott expands refugee hiring goal as hotels build back labor force

The company plans to hire more than 3,000 refugees throughout Europe and the U.S., which is still recovering from pandemic-related labor challenges.

By Jenna Graber • June 21, 2023

Southern California union votes to authorize largest hotel worker strike in US history

The vote could result in as many as 15,000 striking workers at dozens of hotels as early as the July Fourth holiday weekend.

By Noelle Mateer • June 13, 2023

Hospitality employment rose in May, but hoteliers report lingering labor woes

A new survey by AHLA found hoteliers are still struggling to fill open positions despite increasing wages and expanding employee benefits.

By Jenna Graber • June 7, 2023

What the NAACP’s travel advisory means for Florida’s hospitality industry

Critics of the advisory — even those supportive of its intentions — say Black hospitality businesses and communities stand to be negatively impacted, just as they regain their footing following the pandemic.

By Jenna Graber • May 25, 2023

Hoteliers lobby Washington for visa program expansion to address labor shortage

At AHLA’s Hotels on the Hill event, hundreds of hoteliers met with congressional leaders to encourage legislation that would address workforce shortages at hotels.

By Jenna Graber • May 22, 2023

Culver City hotel workers file initiative to guarantee fair pay and protections against sexual assault

The initiative follows similar legislation that has already been passed in other California cities.

By Noelle Mateer • May 22, 2023

US hotel industry supports 8.3M jobs: AHLA

Though total business sales supported by hotels surpassed pre-pandemic levels last year, hotels are still recouping lost jobs.

By Michele Laufik • May 22, 2023

Housekeepers claim Hyatt violated hotel worker protection ordinance at Andaz West Hollywood

The ordinance is one of several recently enacted in Southern California to protect hotel workers.

By Noelle Mateer • May 17, 2023

DC hotel workers enlist US representatives to fight Sofitel union-busting

Workers at the hotel, which is managed by Accor and owned by Brookfield, have been required to attend anti-union meetings.

By Noelle Mateer • May 16, 2023

Why trans inclusion is a matter of total rewards

Most trans workers don’t feel comfortable being out at work, but many don’t even make it in the door — and advocates are looking to address those disparities through benefits.

By Caroline Colvin • May 15, 2023

Women hospitality leaders now hold 1 in 4 C-suite roles: report

Representation for women among hospitality leaders improved in 2022, but the higher women climbed on the corporate ladder, the more barriers they faced.

By Noelle Mateer • May 12, 2023

Hilton launches large-scale brand campaign to attract talent

The hotel hopes to drive traffic to its career website and increase the number of completed job applications with the campaign.

By Jenna Graber • May 10, 2023

How hotels are training staff to hit DEI goals

The industry wants to project an image that embraces inclusivity and accessibility. But is it all talk and no action?

By Michele Laufik • April 13, 2023

LA City Council proposes wage increase to $25/hour for hospitality and tourism workers

The motion was well received by union workers, but multiple ownership associations worry pay hikes could hurt hotels.

By Jenna Graber • April 13, 2023

New York-area hotel union reaches landmark deal to raise wages

The pay raise — the largest in the New York/New Jersey Hotel and Gaming Trades Council’s 100-year history — marks a significant milestone for unionized hotel workers.

By Jenna Graber • April 12, 2023

Marriott launches ‘Be’ people brand aimed at attracting and retaining talent

Marriott designed the brand to provide its employees with personal and professional growth opportunities.

By Jenna Graber • April 5, 2023

Workers say they’d return to employers that laid them off respectfully

Employers that treat workers with empathy during the process may have an easier time finding talent again once pressure subsides.

By Kathryn Moody • March 3, 2023