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Zawya
25-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Global hospitality brands form 60% of Qatar's hotel rooms in 2024: Knight Frank
"As of the end of 2024, Qatar's total supply of quality hotel rooms stood at approximately 40,755 keys, with internationally branded properties accounting for 60% of this inventory," Knight Frank said in its latest report. Leading international hotel brands accounted for 60% of Qatar's total 40,755 hotel rooms during 2024, according to Knight Frank, a global property consultancy. "As of the end of 2024, Qatar's total supply of quality hotel rooms stood at approximately 40,755 keys, with internationally branded properties accounting for 60% of this inventory," Knight Frank said in its latest report. The global brands' growing exposure highlights the international appeal of the country, which according to the UN Tourism, has 'emerged as the dominant force' in the Middle East tourism market. The recently held 51st UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Middle East underscores Qatar's growing status as a regional and global hub in the tourism sector and its leadership role in promoting both regional and international co-operation. The total number of visitors to Qatar reached 5.08mn during 2024, reflecting a 25% increase on an annualised basis. The successful hosting of the FIFA World Cup has positioned Qatar as a key regional and global tourist destination. Highlighting that December alone witnessed as many as 594,079 visitors, marking a 14.6% year-on-year rise; Amar Hussain, Associate Partner (Research, Middle East) said, this surge underscores Qatar's growing appeal as a tourism destination, driven by enhanced infrastructure, global events, and continued investments in hospitality and leisure sectors. As a result of the increased influx of tourists, the hotel performance indicators in Qatar improved steadily in 2024, he added. The average daily rates (ADR) increased by 7.9% to QR441, while average occupancy levels rose by 19.1% to 68.8%. As a result, revenue per available room (RevPAR) shot up 28.5% to QR304. On retail sector, Knight Frank report said luxury and experience-driven retail continue to dominate, with high-end malls maintaining high occupancy levels despite some downward rent adjustments. Secondary malls are facing challenges, as newer lifestyle destinations like Lusail Boulevard and The Pearl attract more tenants. E-commerce growth is also reshaping retail strategies, with Qatar's online sales surpassing QR4.1bn in December 2024, marking an annual 32.2% increase, highlighting the emerging challenge for bricks and mortar stores. Qatar's retail market, otherwise, experienced a 1.5% decline in average annual lease rates, bringing the average rate to QR204 per sq m per month. "This reflects ongoing adjustments in rental pricing mainly due to increased supply," thecreport said. Lifestyle retail developments in prime locations command the highest rents at QR243 per sq m per month, driven by strong demand for premium brands and high consumer footfall. While, lifestyle retail food and beverage follows closely at QR242 per sq m per month, highlighting the steady demand for experiential dining and entertainment-driven retail, the report said. © Gulf Times Newspaper 2022 Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. ( Santhosh V. Perumal
Zawya
13-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
The 51st UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Middle East in Doha concludes
The 51st UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Middle East concluded yesterday in Doha. Hosted by Qatar Tourism, the meeting brought together tourism ministers, senior officials, and experts from across the region, alongside leaders from UN Tourism. Discussions focused on UN Tourism's reports on the sector's performance for 2024-2025, as well as policies and future plans aimed at advancing sustainable tourism and strengthening regional cooperation in this vital sector. On Thursday 13, a conference titled "Sports Tourism and the Tourism Industry Post-World Cup" will be held at the Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Centre. The conference will explore the impact of major sporting events on tourism in the Middle East, their role in fostering sustainable tourism, and how technology can be used to enhance the sports tourism experience. Qatar Tourism's hosting of the meeting underscores the country's growing status as a regional and global hub for tourism and its key role in driving sustainable tourism development, building on its success in hosting major international events. -Ends- For media-related inquiries, please contact Qatar Tourism's Press Office on: pressoffice@ About Qatar Tourism Qatar Tourism's mission is to establish Qatar as a place where cultural authenticity meets modernity, and where people of the world come together to experience unique offerings in culture, sports, business and family entertainment, rooted in Service Excellence. Qatar Tourism will regulate and develop the tourism industry, encouraging investment from the private sector. It will set the national strategy for the tourism sector, reviewing it periodically and overseeing its implementation, with the aim of diversifying tourism offerings in the country and increasing visitor spend. Through our network of international offices in priority markets, and cutting-edge digital platforms, Qatar Tourism is expanding Qatar's presence globally and enhancing the tourism sector. Web:
