Dubai’s hotel room revenues surged to AED 15.45 billion from January to the end of October 2025, up from AED 13.56 billion during the same period last year — marking a strong 13.93% growth, supported by rising booked room nights and higher average returns amid sustained demand.
According to data from Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), the number of hotel room nights booked in the first ten months of 2025 reached 36.71 million nights, a 4% increase compared to the same period in 2024. The average revenue per room (RevPAR) rose by 9% to AED 421, while the average daily rate (ADR) stood at AED 531, reflecting Dubai’s continued success in balancing high demand with strong value offerings for visitors.
Major global events and international exhibitions held in Dubai throughout 2025 played a significant role in boosting hotel occupancy and room profitability. International trade shows, cultural festivals, and high-profile sporting events drew tens of thousands of visitors for extended stays, pushing hotel performance to record levels.
The rise in revenues has also driven a notable increase in global investment flows into Dubai’s hospitality sector. U.S.-based consultancy Lodging Econometrics reported that hotel rooms under construction in Dubai recorded a 22% year-on-year increase by the end of Q3 2025. The emirate now has 56 hotel projects under construction, comprising more than 13,900 rooms in total.
The company added that the total number of hotel projects in Dubai grew by 7%, with several new developments entering service over recent months — reinforcing Dubai’s position as one of the world’s fastest-growing hospitality markets.
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