Bahrain hotels see strong Eid Al Adha demand from GCC travellers
Mon, 25 May 2026
Hotels in Bahrain are seeing strong Eid Al Adha demand, driven by GCC family travel. Hospitality officials report a return to near-normal activity, with staycation packages and curated experiences focused on family relaxation.
GCC hotel numbers top 11,200, tourism revenue hits $120bn
Sun, 24 May 2026
The number of hotel establishments across Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries exceeded 11,200 in 2024, up 1.3 per cent from the previous year, according to data released by the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (GCC-Stat).
Top Eid Al Adha getaways, staycation packages await Gulf residents
Wed, 20 May 2026
As Eid Al Adha approaches, with the holiday expected to begin on May 27, hotels, resorts and restaurants across the Gulf and popular regional getaways are unveiling a host of special offers to help residents make the most of the long break.
Dubai’s Select Group acquires 3 UK Delta Hotels by Marriott Golf Resorts
Wed, 20 May 2026
Select Group, the Dubai-headquartered real estate developer and hospitality investor, has acquired three Delta Hotels by Marriott golf and country club resorts in the United Kingdom, marking a significant expansion of its UK hospitality platform.
Taiba Investment, Osool enter $640m deal to develop three hotels in Madinah
Mon, 18 May 2026
Taiba Investment Company has signed a final partnership agreement with Osool Integrated Real Estate Company to develop, refurbish and operate three hotels in the central area of Madinah in a project valued at SAR2.4 billion ($640 million), strengthening the city’s hospitality infrastructure as Saudi Arabia expands accommodation capacity for pilgrims under Vision 2030.
18 hospitality projects drive mountain tourism in South Al Batinah, Oman
Sun, 10 May 2026
Tourism investment in the mountain villages of Oman’s South Al Batinah Governorate is growing rapidly, with 18 hospitality establishments across A’Rustaq, Nakhal, and Al Awabi supporting sustainable tourism, local economic development, and authentic environmental and cultural experiences.
Fujairah hotels start 2026 strong
Mon, 20 Apr 2026
Fujairah’s hospitality sector achieved record occupancy levels at the start of 2026, with rates reaching between 95% and 100%. The emirate saw a substantial influx of visitors attracted by its distinct mountainous terrain and leisure attractions.
PIF to support development of 100,000 hotel rooms, 70 tourism experiences
Thu, 16 Apr 2026
Saudi Public Investment Fund's (PIF) tourism, travel, and entertainment ecosystem aims to capitalise on the growing Saudi tourism industry by developing strategic assets that generate reliable returns, improving air‑connectivity and leveraging world‑class events to attract visitors.
Rotana introduces 30-night ‘Monthcation’ across global portfolio
Wed, 15 Apr 2026
Rotana has introduced “The Ultimate Monthcation,” a new long-stay concept available across its hotels, resorts, and serviced apartments.
UAE hotels hit 85pc occupancy in early 2026
Wed, 15 Apr 2026
UAE hospitality recorded a strong start to 2026, with hotel occupancy at around 85% and revenues surpassing AED 9.8 billion ($2.7 billion), marking a 17% year-on-year increase in January and February .
Total revenue of 3-5 star hotels in Oman increases by 18.5pc
Tue, 14 Apr 2026
Oman reported 439,287 hotel guests in three- to five-star hotels by February 2026, down 3.6% year-on-year, while revenues increased 18.5% to RO69.2 million ($180 million) from RO58.4 million during same period.
Aleph Hospitality targets 100 hotels by 2029, strengthens leadership
Thu, 09 Apr 2026
Aleph Hospitality, a leading independent hotel management company in the Middle East and Africa, has set a new milestone for the group of operating 100 hotels by the end of 2029.
Dubai to defer collecting hotel fee, Tourism Dirham for three months
Thu, 02 Apr 2026
Dubai has announced a three-month deferral on collecting hotel sales fees and the Tourism Dirham, starting April 1, 2026 as part of its AED1 billion ($272 million) economic package for businesses and individuals.
Crafting moments of connection this Easter
Thu, 02 Apr 2026
As spring arrives, UAE hospitality venues plan Easter events focused on family connection and tradition, offering immersive, multi-generational experiences that blend refined dining, interactive leisure, and luxury across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah.
The First Group, MIDROC sign deal for 10 Ethiopia hotels
Wed, 01 Apr 2026
The First Group Hospitality and MIDROC Investment Group have signed a master agreement to develop and operate 10 properties across Ethiopia, marking a significant growth of internationally branded hospitality assets in the East African country.
Patel Family Office, AHQ launch $1bn Saudi hospitality platform
Fri, 27 Mar 2026
Patel Family Office, a US investment enterprise, and Abdel Hadi A Al-Qahtani & Sons (AHQ), a Saudi industrial conglomerate, have signed a $1 billion deal to establish AYARA, a vertically integrated hospitality platform that will develop a network of 50 international brand-name business hotels across Saudi Arabia by 2029.
ABB introduces new integrated guest room management system for hotels
Thu, 05 Mar 2026
ABB will introduce GuestFlow, a fully integrated Guest Room Management System designed for hotel owners, operators, and integrators, helping hotels address rising energy costs, meet sustainability goals, and deliver improved, personalized guest experiences.
17,500 stranded passengers leave UAE, flights to increase
Wed, 04 Mar 2026
The UAE said yesterday that 17,498 passengers have been transported on 60 flights operated by national carriers since March 1 as part of its emergency flights plan.
Opinion: The emotional shift reshaping modern hotels
Sun, 01 Mar 2026
Rahul Shankhwalker, partner at HBA, says hotels now prioritise emotional connection over rigid grandeur. Drawing on two decades’ experience, he highlights open layouts, thoughtful materials, multifunctional wellness spaces, and boutique experiences that inspire memory and belonging.
dailypoint becomes exclusive CRM solution for GHA member hotels
Thu, 26 Feb 2026
dailypoint has partnered with Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), giving GHA member hotels exclusive access to the platform, recognised as the #1 Hotel CRM and email marketing solution by HotelTechAwards.
Gulf Hotels Group enters Saudi market with three Makkah properties
Wed, 11 Feb 2026
Gulf Hotels Group (GHG) has signed an MoU with Burhan Hotels to enter Saudi Arabia, covering three Makkah hotels with around 1,000 rooms. GHG will operate and manage the properties, oversee renovations and repositioning, and pursue partnerships with international hotel brands as part of its expansion strategy.