UAE Tourism Sector Continues Robust Expansion with Record Guest Numbers

The United Arab Emirates is experiencing sustained momentum in its tourism industry, with fresh data demonstrating significant year-over-year gains across multiple metrics.

Hotel establishments across the country welcomed more than 32 million guests in the latest reporting period, representing a 5.1 percent surge from 2024. This visitor influx translated into substantial revenue growth, with hotel revenues climbing to 49.21 billion dirhams—a 9.7 percent increase compared to the previous year.

The accommodation infrastructure continues to expand, now comprising over 1,240 hotel facilities offering approximately 217,000 rooms. The sector is operating at exceptional capacity, with occupancy rates reaching 79.5 percent, positioning the UAE among the strongest performers both regionally and on the global stage.

Hotel stays tallied 100 million nights during the period under review. The country's tourism competitiveness has earned it recognition in international rankings, securing the top position across the Middle East and North Africa region and placing 18th globally in the Travel and Tourism Development Index for 2024.

These figures underscore the sustained strength of visitor demand and the resilience of the UAE's tourism economy.