The Maryland Hotel & Lodging Association is one of the most active and successful trade associations in Maryland, impacting legislation of concern to the entire lodging and tourism industry.

Association members receive the latest and most important news and information that directly affects their properties and the entire industry.

Regular educational programs from the Maryland Hotel & Lodging Association provide valuable opportunities for lodging professionals to sharpen their skills and develop their business.

MH&LA activities give hoteliers the opportunity to discover the finest products, services, and vendors available, and meet their peers from around the state.

MH&LA Mission Statement

The purpose of this Association is to preserve and promote the lodging industry in Maryland; to serve its members in all ways that are properly within the scope of a representative trade association; to advance and promote practical and fair cooperation with the Maryland and United States Governmental agencies on behalf of the Association members; to advance and promote public relations in the interest of the industry; to encourage and uphold always a spirit of friendly, aggressive and reciprocal cooperation among the members of the Association; to enable those engaged in the lodging industry in Maryland to better serve the public.

About American Hotel & Lodging Association                                                 

Membership in our state association is a dual one between the MH&LA and the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA), which is a 97-year old association of lodging properties and companies.  With more than 10,000 members in the United States and internationally, AH&LA represents more than 1.3 million guestrooms.  As the national voice of the industry ensuring a positive business climate for hoteliers, AH&LA provides advocacy on Capitol Hill, as well as education, marketing, information, and bottom line benefits.