Insight
Ras Al Khaimah's occupancy declined by 23.3 percentage points in H1 2026, reaching 49.3%.
UAE’s Hotel Divide: Abu Dhabi Holds Up While Dubai Sinks
Summary
UAE's hospitality sector saw a significant drop in occupancy (28 pp) and RevPAR (31.8%) in H1 2026 due to travel disruptions. Dubai experienced sharper declines than Abu Dhabi, impacted by regional events.
Key takeaway