Approximately 10,000 hotel workers across the United States, including nearly 900 in Boston, initiated strikes over the holiday weekend, demanding better pay and a return to pre-pandemic staffing levels. The strikes, organized by the UNITE HERE union, impacted multiple hotels from chains like Hilton, Hyatt, and Sheraton, with significant disruptions reported in cities such as San Francisco and Honolulu. Workers are protesting stagnant wages, heavy workloads, and cuts to services that have persisted since COVID-19, with union leaders arguing that the hotel industry is enjoying record profits while employee compensation remains inadequate. The Boston strikes involved workers from notable hotels including Hilton Park Plaza and Fairmont Copley Plaza, with union representatives emphasizing the need for fair wages and benefits amid rising living costs. As negotiations stalled, many workers expressed frustration over the lack of progress, highlighting the urgency of their demands. The situation reflects a broader trend in the hospitality sector, as workers nationwide rally for improved conditions and compensation.