Lodging Property Membership
Member Benefits
- Advocacy
- Education & Training
- Industry Connections
- News and Industry Information
- Operational and Regulatory Resources
- Targeted Marketing Services
Advocacy
Stay informed on advocacy work and issues impacting the industry through Capitol Insider emails, attending Legislative Action Day, and learning more about our advocacy efforts. | Webinars and presentations from elected officials and industry thought leaders. | Invitation to participate in Action Day - our annual day of lobbying.
Education & Training
Free members only webinars on topics including law, marketing, sales, social media and more. | Membership rates to the annual Wisconsin Lodging Conference & Trade Show | Regional and chapter events. | Educational Scholarships for students pursuing a degree in hotel management or hospitality.
Industry Connections
Build your professional network at member events including the annual Wisconsin Lodging Conference. | Connect with vendors who offer products and services to the lodging industry.
News and Industry Information
Stay informed on industry news, changes, and trends with WHLA’s members only publications: Weekly Wisconsin Lodging Insider e-newsletter, Quarterly InnTouch magazine, and monthly occupancy reports from STR - the leading provider of data benchmarking and analytics for the lodging industry.
Operational and Regulatory Resources
Gain access to industry specific data and exclusive resources: Complimentary legal advice from WHLA’s hospitality lawyer, Room Tax Resources, Social Media Toolkit, Per Diem Information, Room Rate Card, Human Trafficking Prevention Tools, Short Term Rental Guidance, and more
Targeted Marketing Services
Free web listing on WHLA’s searchable lodging directory including photos and a link to your website | Free text listing and reduced advertising rates in the annual Wisconsin Lodging Directory | Discounted print and digital co-op advertising opportunities | Exclusive advertising options on WisconsinLodging.org
Membership Dues
Lodging 1-10 rms: $ 235 / year 11-50 rms: $ 310 / year 51-500 rms: $ 7.00 / rm 501-700 rms: $ 6.50 / rm 700+ rms: $ 6.00 / rm Legal Defense Fund: Your membership invoice will also include a $1 per room voluntary contribution to the WHLA Legal Defense Fund. WHLA's Board of Directors has recommended that all WHLA members make this contribution annually. |
Vacation Homes 1-20 units: $ 495 / year 21-50 units: $ 725 / year Legal Defense Fund: Your membership invoice will also include a $1 per room voluntary contribution to the WHLA Legal Defense Fund. WHLA's Board of Directors has recommended that all WHLA members make this contribution annually. |
New Construction Properties $ 275 / year Legal Defense Fund: Your membership invoice will also include a $1 per room voluntary contribution to the WHLA Legal Defense Fund. WHLA's Board of Directors has recommended that all WHLA members make this contribution annually. |
AHLA MembershipWHLA is affiliated with the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), as a partner state association. Independent property members are encouraged to sign up for membership with AHLA through us to receive both state and national benefits. For nationally branded properties, AHLA membership must be handled through your parent company.
The additional cost for AHLA dues through WHLA is as follows:
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