New York hotel workers union reaches deal to avoid strike ahead of World Cup
A New York hotel workers union has reached an eight-year contract with the hospitality industry to avoid a strike during the upcoming FIFA World Cup. The agreement will significantly increase the pay of hotel housekeepers to over $100,000, along with enhanced benefits. While the deal is seen as a win for workers, concerns remain about potential increases in hotel room rates due to higher labor costs.
- ▪The contract will raise housekeepers' pay from nearly $40 an hour to over $61 hourly over eight years.
- ▪The agreement includes free family healthcare, increased pension contributions, and expanded rights at work.
- ▪The hotel association's president warned of economic challenges, including a loss of 20,000 hotel rooms since the Covid-19 pandemic.
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People holding Hotel and Gaming Trades Council signs participate in an International Workers’ Day demonstration at Washington Square Park in Manhattan, New York City, on 1 May 2026. Photograph: Adam Gray/ReutersView image in fullscreenPeople holding Hotel and Gaming Trades Council signs participate in an International Workers’ Day demonstration at Washington Square Park in Manhattan, New York City, on 1 May 2026. Photograph: Adam Gray/ReutersNew YorkNew York hotel workers union reaches deal to avoid strike ahead of World CupEight-year contract between union and hospitality industry group will boost pay of hotel housekeepers to over $100,000Edward HelmoreTue 19 May 2026 12.14 EDTLast modified on Tue 19 May 2026 12.15 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA deal between a New York hotel…
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