Celebrating Our Hospitality Employees

One in Seven citizens of San Antonio work in hospitality. We love our employees and have created our Signature Events to show the rest of the community just how incredible the are!

SAN ANTONIO 
PINEAPPLE AWARDS GALA

As the international symbol of hospitality, the pineapple represents the spirit of service that lives in the heart of our industry.

The San Antonio Pineapple Award is presented to those who represent the best in their field and recognizes the amazing contributions our employees and members provide the hospitality industry in San Antonio.

Pineapple Awards are given to winners selected from applications received across a variety of categories for employees, managers, hotels, and allied partners.

CULINARY HIDDEN GEMS
COMPETITION

Many people may not realize that some of the best restaurants in our city are nestled right among the hotels we walk and drive past everyday.

We are incredibly proud of the culinary experiences our hotels provide and want to shine a light on their contributions to the growing foodie scene in our city.

If you want a taste of the best the hospitality industry has to offer, this is a foodie’s dream event!

BED MAKING COMPETITION

Held yearly during International Housekeeping Week, this event highlights the incredible value housekeeping staffs provide our industry & celebrates their daily contributions to our guests & our hotels.

Housekeepers are judged on speed and quality against their peers, with the top individuals taking home cash prizes. Awards are also given to the teams with the Best Overall Score, Best Attire, and Best Team Spirit.

The Bed Making Competition has a fun-filled, electric atmosphere fueled by the passion of the heart of house from our San Antonio Hotels, making for a truly unique event not to be missed!

HOSPITALITY CLASSIC
GOLF TOURNAMENT

Serving as our biggest fundraiser, our fall golf tournament is widely considered one of the best of the year!

From VIP swag bags for each golfer, to delicious cocktails & amazing food. We have fun on every tee and a jam-packed awards reception with music, silent auction, & raffles.

Experience the game of golf with the exceptional hospitality only the tourism industry can provide!

INDUSTRY LUNCHEONS & EVENTS

In addition to our Signature Events, SAHLA hosts an average of 9 events per year aimed at providing insights on hospitality industry trends and community updates with opportunities for allied member service promotion.

The Trend Report Series features forecast reports presented by various sources including Smith Travel, Source Strategies, & CBRE.

Advocacy events include candidate forums and briefings from elected officials and community leaders on relevant industry issues.