All applications for membership are subject to approval by the GNOHLA Board of Directors.

Benefits of Becoming a Member

Recognition. As a GNOHLA member, you are immediately recognized as being a part of the New Orleans area’s most important industry and one of the strongest economic engines in the metropolitan area and the state.

Networking. As a GNOHLA member, you will have opportunities to interact with key hotel and lodging managers and staff during professional, philanthropic, and social events throughout the year.

Exposure. Our website lists both Hotel and Allied members with links to each member’s website. GNOHLA produces at least one trade show opportunity per year for Allied Members to display their services or products. Members participate in committees as well as sponsorships at special events, including the Annual Tourism Tee-Off golf tournament.

Education. GNOHLA hosts regularly scheduled industry-specific seminars and workshops staffed by professionals and open to all members.

Information. GNOHLA, in conjunction with University of New Orleans, Lester E. Kabacoff School of Hotel, Restaurant & Tourism, and other higher learning institutions, researches and surveys subjects important to the hotel and tourism industry.

Representation. GNOHLA represents the interests and protects the rights of the hotel and lodging industry at local, state, and federal levels by maintaining communications with elected officials and supporting and/or creating favorable legislation.