_1777294237270_124456903.png&w=64&q=75){kind=small}
Saudi hospitality transforms with 623,000 rooms
The figures indicate that the Saudi hospitality sector experienced significant growth in the first half of 2026, with a total of 6,278 licensed establishments comprising over 622,898 rooms. During the same period, more than 44,000 new rooms were added. Despite the expansion in supply, the overall occupancy rate saw a slight decline, reaching 54.8% compared to 56.6% in the same period of 2025. The average daily rate decreased to 413 riyals, while the revenue per available room dropped to 227 riyals. Mecca leads the distribution of hospitality facilities, followed by Medina and Riyadh. The data also reveal variations in performance across different cities and types of establishments, with ongoing licensing and market expansion despite operational challenges.
Notice: This Is an AI-Generated Summary
Comments (0)