Hotels in San Francisco contributed over $12 billion to the city's economy in 2025, according to a report by Oxford Economics, commissioned by the American Hotel & Lodging Association and the California Hotel & Lodging Association.
This economic impact is attributed to the recovery from the global pandemic and effective collaboration with city leaders.
The report highlights that each hotel room night results in approximately $900 in citywide spending per visitor. Hotels supported nearly 50,000 jobs, comprising 16,000 direct and 34,000 ancillary positions, and generated $2 billion in taxes. Hotel guests spent $8 billion at hotels and local businesses, underscoring the sector's vital role in the city's economic framework.
Rosanna Maietta, President and CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association, stated, "Hotels are the cornerstone of the city's economy and pivotal to accelerating San Francisco's comeback as a top global destination." Lynn S. Mohrfeld, President and CEO of the California Hotel & Lodging Association, added, "The guests that stay in San Francisco hotels spend 70 pence of every dollar in the community."
Mayor Daniel Lurie emphasised the importance of tourism, noting that it is the city's number one industry. He credited improved public safety and revitalised commercial districts for boosting tourism and conventions, which have reframed San Francisco's global reputation.
The report underscores the significance of the hotel industry in funding essential public services through tax revenue, further highlighting the sector's role in the city's recovery and growth
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