Markets & Performance

Measuring the Impact of the 2024 Olympics on France’s Hotels

With slightly over three weeks until the start of Paris 2024, SiteMinder, the name behind the only software platform that unlocks the full revenue potential of hotels, has analysed hotel arrivals during the Olympics period (26 July to August 11), and compared them to the same dates last year. The results are derived from SiteMinder's platform, which generates more than 120 million reservations annually, worth over US$50 billion in revenue for its more than 41,000 hotel customers.

Weekend events drove Dublin hotel rates past €300

Boosted by three large-scale events during the final weekend of June, Dublin hotel average daily rate (ADR) eclipsed EUR300 for just the second time this year and sixth time in history, according to preliminary data from CoStar. CoStar is a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, and analytics in the property markets.

How has the Euro Cup Affected Hotel Demand in Munich?

Germany is hosting the Euro Cup 2024, presenting an exceptional opportunity for travel businesses. This prestigious tournament will draw football enthusiasts from across the globe to ten dynamic cities, including Berlin, Munich, and Frankfurt. These cities, known for their rich cultural heritage and modern amenities, are poised to offer an unforgettable experience for visitors. The influx of fans provides a golden chance for travel businesses to showcase Germany's hospitality, boost tourism, and enhance the local economy.

Spanish Hotel Barometer - Q1 2024

Produced jointly by STR and Cushman & Wakefield, the Hotel Sector Barometer confirms the upsurge in tourism and hotel activity in Spain, with outstanding results across all indicators showing growth over the figures for the first quarter of 2023. Spain’s hotels achieved occupancy of 68.5% between January and March (+4.9% compared to the same quarter in 2023), with average daily rates (ADR) standing at €134.60 (+11.7%) and revenue per available room (RevPAR) of €92.10 (+17.1%). In terms of destinations, the Canaries topped the table for all three indicators. Given that the first three months of the year represent high season for the islands, occupancy understandably reached 84.3%. For their part, ADR hit €171.30 and RevPAR €144.40. These figures represent significant growth over the figures for the first quarter of the preceding year, amounting to 16.7% with respect to ADR and 22.2% in terms of RevPAR. The fact that the Easter holidays fell in March enabled the Canary Islands to add domestic tourism to the usual international visitors that come during the winter months.

Venice Market Pulse

The resurgence of travel activity in Venice following the years afflicted by the COVID-19 pandemic has not only been a sign of recovery but also an indicator of evolving trends within the city's tourism sector. In line with what was observed in other Italian cities, Venice's hotel market experienced an unprecedented surge in the post-pandemic era. While overall occupancy rates remain below pre-pandemic levels, the upper upscale and luxury market segments appear to have fully rebounded. This recovery, along with a significant increase in average rates, has resulted in a notably positive impact on Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR).