Qatar’s hospitality sector has seen significant growth, with hotel occupancy rates rising across all categories on a yearly basis, according to the National Planning Council (NPC). Two- and one-star hotels led the way, achieving a 90% occupancy rate in July 2024, up from 83% in the previous year. Overall, Qatar’s hotels and serviced apartments recorded an occupancy rate of 58% in July 2024, with increases noted in every category. Three-star hotels reached 75%, four-star hotels saw a jump to 60%, and five-star hotels recorded a 51% occupancy rate during the same period.
Deluxe hotel apartments recorded a 69% occupancy, while standard hotel apartments saw 49%. This growth can be attributed to Qatar’s reputation as a global event hub, hosting major international events such as the FIFA World Cup, Formula 1, and the Web Summit. These events have driven visitor numbers and showcased Qatar’s tourism infrastructure.
The report also highlighted an increase in revenue per available room (RevPAR), which is a key metric in assessing hotel performance. RevPAR for five-star hotels was QR277, while four-star hotels posted QR119, with similar growth in other categories. Additionally, Qatar saw over 2.6 million international visitors in the first half of 2024, a 28% increase compared to the same period in 2023, further boosting the country’s tourism and hospitality sectors.
