Hotel revenue in Dubai surged from January to the end of October 2025, reaching 15.45 billion dirhams, up from 13.56 billion dirhams during the same period last year. This marks a growth of 13.93%, driven by an increase in booked nights and a rise in the average revenue per room due to heightened demand.
Data from the Department of Economy and Tourism revealed that the total number of hotel nights booked in the first ten months of this year reached 36.71 million, reflecting a 4% increase compared to the same period in 2024. The average revenue per room increased by 9%, reaching 421 dirhams, while the average room rate stood at approximately 531 dirhams, highlighting Dubai’s success in balancing high demand with the value offered to visitors.
Major events and international exhibitions held in Dubai this year have contributed significantly to hotel occupancy rates and increased average revenue per room. Global events such as trade fairs, cultural festivals, and international sports events attracted thousands of visitors for extended stays, boosting hotel performance to record levels.
The growth in revenue has notably impacted global investment flows into Dubai. According to US-based consulting firm Lodging Econometrics, the number of hotel rooms in projects under construction in Dubai rose by 22% year-on-year by the end of the third quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year. The emirate currently has 56 hotel projects underway, collectively offering more than 13,900 hotel rooms.
The firm also reported a 7% growth in the number of projects in Dubai, indicating that more hotel facilities have come into operation in the emirate over recent months.