Lodging Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that provides lodging and other accommodations.

$68,130
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
+3% projected 2024โ€“2034
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical Entry-Level Education

What They Do

Lodging managers oversee the daily operations of hotels, motels, resorts, and other accommodation facilities, ensuring guests receive excellent service while maintaining profitable business practices. They coordinate activities across multiple departments, including housekeeping, front desk, maintenance, and food service, making sure each area runs smoothly and meets quality standards. Throughout their day, they might handle guest complaints, review financial reports, inspect rooms and public spaces, schedule staff, and develop marketing strategies to attract new customers. They also negotiate contracts with vendors, plan events, and ensure the facility complies with health and safety regulations.

Programs That Prepare You

College programs linked to this occupation, ranked by graduate earnings

Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)Georgetown University, DC
$79,515
Hospitality Administration/Management(bachelors)Cornell University, NY
$77,803
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)Purdue University-Main Campus, IN
$73,520
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania, PA
$56,022
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)George Washington University, DC
$55,088
Hospitality Administration/Management(bachelors)George Washington University, DC
$53,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)University of Nevada-Las Vegas, NV
$52,755
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)University of Houston, TX
$52,431
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)California State University-Northridge, CA
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)Alcorn State University, MS
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)Drexel University, PA
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)Eastern Michigan University, MI
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, CA
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)California State University-East Bay, CA
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)Everglades University, FL
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)DePaul University, IL
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)Atlantis University, FL
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)Culinary Institute of America, NY
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)Arizona State University Campus Immersion, AZ
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)East Carolina University, NC
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)Boston University, MA
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)Cornell University, NY
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)American International College, MA
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)Auburn University, AL
$50,625
Hospitality Administration/Management(masters)Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus, NJ
$50,625

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