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Colorado Hotels See 25% Revenue Boost Post-Marijuana Legalization

6/5/2025

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A recent study in Production Operations and Management uncovers a striking 25.2% surge in hotel revenue in Colorado following adult-use marijuana legalization, translating to an impressive $63,671 monthly. The findings highlight how hotel class and closeness to dispensaries play pivotal roles in this growth, even as lingering social stigma poses challenges for some visitors.

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Story summary

A recent study in Production Operations and Management uncovers a striking 25.2% surge in hotel revenue in Colorado following adult-use marijuana legalization, translating to an impressive $63,671 monthly. The findings highlight how hotel class and closeness to dispensaries play pivotal roles in this growth, even as lingering social stigma poses challenges for some visitors.