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4/11/25, 3:23 PM UAE Tourism Booms with AED45 Billion in Hotel Revenues, Surpasses Milestones Ahead of Schedule
Minister Al Marri credited the country’s leadership and strategic vision for driving this

momentum, noting that tourism plays a vital role in strengthening the national economy’s

resilience and competitiveness, while supporting its transition to a knowledge- and

innovation-based model.

Hotel occupancy rates climbed to 78% in 2024, placing the UAE among the top

destinations globally and regionally. The sector’s expansion was further supported by the

opening of 16 new hotels across the seven emirates, raising the total to 1,251 hotels and

216,966 rooms—a 3% year-over-year increase.

“The UAE is accelerating efforts to launch innovative

tourism projects and deepen partnerships with global

tourism stakeholders,”

Al Marri said.

“Our aim is to position the UAE as the world’s leading

tourism identity within the next decade.”

A major milestone was also achieved with approximately 30.8 million hotel guests recorded

in 2024, marking a 9.5% increase and fulfilling 77% of the 'National Tourism Strategy 2031'

target—seven years ahead of schedule.

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