NAICS 72 - Accommodation and Food Services
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| NAICS Code | Industry Title |
|---|---|
| 721 | Accommodation |
| 722 | Food Services and Drinking Places |
What is NAICS 72
Industry Classification for NAICS 72
The Sector as a Whole
The Accommodation and Food Services sector comprises establishments providing customers with lodging and/or preparing meals, snacks, and beverages for immediate consumption. The sector includes both accommodation and food services establishments because the two activities are often combined at the same establishment.
Some establishments that provide food and beverage services are classified in other sectors. Excluded from this sector are civic and social organizations. These establishments are classified in Sector 81, Other Services (except Public Administration). Amusement and recreation parks, dinner theaters, and other recreation or entertainment facilities are classified in Sector 71, Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation. Motion picture theaters are classified in Sector 51, Information.
Breakdown for NAICS 72
- Includes establishments providing lodging and/or food and beverage services for immediate consumption.
- Combines accommodation and food services due to their frequent co-location in the same establishments.
- Excludes civic and social organizations, amusement parks, and motion picture theaters, which fall under other NAICS codes.
- Covers a range of business sizes from small restaurants to large hotel chains and full-service caterers.
- Applicable to government contracts supporting travel, events, emergency response, and military operations.
Included Activities for NAICS 72
- Providing overnight lodging accommodations to travelers and personnel.
- Preparing and serving meals, snacks, and beverages for immediate consumption.
- Operating catering services for government events, conferences, and training sessions.
- Managing food service operations in military bases, hospitals, and correctional facilities.
- Offering temporary housing solutions during disaster response and recovery efforts.
- Maintaining hospitality facilities in compliance with government regulations and standards.
- Coordinating meal delivery and on-site catering for government offices and field locations.
Business Types for NAICS 72
- Hotels, motels, and resorts
- Full-service restaurants and cafeterias
- Catering companies specializing in large-scale events
- Military and government facility food service contractors
- Temporary lodging providers for emergency and disaster scenarios
Government Buyers for NAICS 72
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