Abu Dhabi Hotel Sector Reports AED 682 Million In Revenues For May 2025 Driven By International Guests

In May 2025, Abu Dhabi's hotel industry saw a positive trend, marked by increased occupancy and a rise in international visitors. The sector achieved total revenues of AED682 million, showcasing the ongoing expansion of the emirate's tourism and hospitality sectors. This growth is attributed to higher guest numbers and improved service standards.

Preliminary figures from the Department of Culture and Tourism-Abu Dhabi, shared by the Statistics Centre – Abu Dhabi, reveal that room revenues accounted for AED408 million. Food and beverage services contributed AED224 million, while other sources added AED50 million to the total revenue for the month.

The emirate's hotels welcomed around 481,000 guests in May 2025, underscoring Abu Dhabi's increasing allure as a premier tourist destination. This surge is bolstered by diverse accommodation choices and exceptional hospitality services. The city hosted 172 hotel establishments during this period, providing 34,383 rooms.

Guests from non-Arab Asian countries led with 155,000 visitors. Europeans followed with 112,000 guests, while UAE nationals accounted for 88,000 visitors. These figures highlight Abu Dhabi's status as a preferred global travel destination. Additionally, hotels accommodated 31,000 guests from GCC countries and 52,000 from other Arab nations.

The total number of guest nights surpassed 1.345 million with an occupancy rate of 80%. The average revenue per available room was AED490. This indicates strong demand and efficient utilisation of available resources within the hospitality sector.

Accommodation Preferences

Five-star hotels attracted the most visitors with 236,000 guests. Among them were 72,000 Europeans who led this category. Four-star hotels hosted 126,000 guests while three-star or lower-rated hotels welcomed 70,000 visitors. Hotel apartments also played a role by accommodating 50,000 guests during this period.

Visitors from North and South America numbered 25,000 while those from non-Arab African countries reached 8,000. These figures reflect Abu Dhabi's broad appeal across various international markets.

The continued momentum in Abu Dhabi’s hotel sector highlights its growing reputation as a world-class tourism hub. With diverse offerings and high service standards attracting global travellers consistently throughout May 2025.

With inputs from WAM