Economic Impact of the Hotel Industry: City of New Orlenas February 2026

According to a new analysis from Oxford Economics, hotel operations and visitor spending generate $8.7 billion in economic impact, supporting businesses and communities far beyond the hotel sector.

New Orleans hotels significantly contributed to tax revenues, generating more than $751 million in state and local tax revenue and $495.2 million in federal tax revenue, helping fund essential public services and infrastructure across New Orleans. These insights highlight the essential role played by the hotel industry in supporting New Orleans's economy and government finances.