The Alabama Short-Term Rental Alliance (ALSTRA) brings together hosts, property managers, and partners across the state to strengthen Alabama’s short-term rental community. We advocate for fair, balanced policies, promote responsible hosting, and ensure operators have a strong voice in the decisions that affect their businesses and communities.
Short-term rentals support Alabama’s tourism, local businesses, and communities. ALSTRA works to ensure they continue to be a positive part of our state by focusing on:
Organizing
Connecting hosts and strengthening local alliances through one statewide community.
Educating
Providing resources and best practices to help hosts operate safely, professionally, and responsibly.
Advocating
Working with state and local leaders toward fair, consistent, and evidence-based regulations.
Responsible Hosting & Community
Promoting high standards, respect for neighbors, and practices that help short-term rentals and Alabama communities thrive together.
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ALABAMA TOURISM THE NUMBERS
29.2M
Visitors in 2025
Alabama’s 5th consecutive record
$24.9B
Brought in by visitors in 2025
88M
To AL General Fund
in 2024 from state lodging taxes
55,780
Jobs supporting
Alabama Tourism
Upcoming Events
Discover upcoming ALSTRA events designed to connect, educate, and support local hosts and owners.
About ALSTRA
Learn about who we are and the value vacation rentals bring to communities across Alabama.
Regulations
Find helpful information and resources on vacation rental regulations and requirements.
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