Insight
Occupancy in Dubai hotels dropped to 36.2% in March due to the Iran war, a significant decrease from 71.4% in the same month last year.
Dubai Hotels Pull Nearly 2,000 Rooms for Renovations as Iran War Hits Occupancy
Summary
Dubai hotels are pulling rooms for renovation due to a significant drop in occupancy, caused by the Iran war. Occupancy fell to 36.2% in March, from 71.4% the previous year. Major hotels like JW Marriott Marquis are undertaking lengthy renovations, impacting the market's available supply.
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