Surge in Hotel Revenues in Oman: What This Growth Means for Investors and Business Owners
MUSCAT: Revenues for Oman’s 3 to 5-star hotels saw a substantial increase during the first nine months of 2025, driven by higher visitor arrivals and improved occupancy rates, according to recent figures released by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI).
Total hotel revenues rose by 18.2%, reaching RO 193.36 million by the end of September 2025, compared to RO 163.63 million for the same period in 2024. This growth reflects the ongoing momentum in Oman’s tourism sector and the steady resurgence of international travel.
The number of guests increased by 9%, with 1,687,112 visitors recorded versus 1,547,523 in the previous year. This growth contributed to a higher occupancy rate, which climbed to 52.8%, up from 46.7% in 2024—an improvement of 13.1%.
Significant growth was observed among international visitors. The largest increase came from Oceania, with arrivals up 47.8% to 32,121 guests. Visitors from Africa grew by 22% to 10,769, while those from the Americas increased by 31%, totaling 55,321 guests. European arrivals also rose by 21.9%, reaching 416,857 guests by the end of September 2025.
The strong results across these key hotel performance indicators highlight the ongoing recovery and expansion of Oman’s tourism industry, aligned with the national goals outlined in Oman Vision 2040. — ONA
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The robust 18.2% revenue growth in Oman’s 3–5-star hotel segment, driven by a 9% increase in guest arrivals and stronger occupancy rates, signals a resurgent tourism industry aligned with Oman Vision 2040. For businesses, this means expanded opportunities in hospitality, travel, and related services, while investors should focus on capitalizing on growing international markets, particularly from Oceania and the Americas. However, smart entrepreneurs must also anticipate and manage capacity and service quality challenges to sustain this momentum.
