Benefits of Membership

The Northern Ireland Hotels Federation is the main industry body for the accommodation sector with around 90% representation. The following is a list of possible ways we can help you.

Why be a member?

  • Benefit your business and save money.
  • Actively represent your views – importance of a united voice.
  • Single property is a lone voice in wilderness – you never know when you will need us.

Marketing

  • NI Hotel & Guesthouse Guide – the only comprehensive guide to the sector. Free to all members.
  • Website listing for your business with direct link to your own booking engine.
  • Direct consumer and trade marketing, promoting the accommodation sector.
  • Opportunity to benefit from marketing initiatives through Tourism Ireland and Tourism Northern Ireland.

Lobbying

  • Government recognises and consults with NIHF on industry issues.
  • Advice on Legislation as it changes.
  • NIHF represent collective industry position.
  • National minimum wage, Coronavirus, licensing, rates and much more.

Advice

  • Advice and one day courses.
  • E-commerce, marketing, business development.
  • Employment Legislation.

Events

  • Awards for Receptionists and Housekeepers, among others.
  • Hospitality Exchange annual conference.
  • Presidents Gala Dinner.
  • Membership discounts at events organised and run by NIHF

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