Hotels in Oman Experience 10.9% Guest Increase: What This Growth Means for Investors and Entrepreneurs
Muscat – The tourism sector in Oman experienced notable growth at the end of November 2025, with the number of guests staying in 3- to 5-star hotels rising by 10.9 percent to reach 2,139,300, compared to 1,929,495 during the same period in 2024.
Data from the National Centre for Statistics and Information revealed that Omani guests increased by 7 percent, totaling 791,286. Visitors from Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries also grew by 7.4 percent, reaching 195,825. However, the number of guests from other Arab countries declined slightly by 1.6 percent to 94,098.
The number of hotel guests from Asia rose by 10 percent to 305,460, while those from Africa saw a significant increase of 19.3 percent, totaling 13,246. European visitors grew by 23 percent to 574,243, and guests from the Americas increased by 29.5 percent to 69,697. Additionally, visitors from Oceania recorded the highest growth rate of 35.5 percent, reaching 38,028 by the end of November 2025.
In terms of revenue, classified hotels (3-5 stars) generated RO 257.9 million by November 2025, marking a 21.4 percent increase from RO 212.4 million during the same period in 2024. The hotel occupancy rate also improved significantly, rising to 55.4 percent from 48.6 percent the previous year.
These figures highlight the strong performance and growth of Oman’s hotel sector, driven by the expanding tourism industry.
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The robust 10.9% growth in hotel guests and a 21.4% revenue increase signal a thriving tourism sector in Oman, presenting significant opportunities for hospitality and ancillary service businesses. With rising visitor numbers from diverse regions, including Europe, America, and Asia, investors should consider expanding capacity and enhancing service quality to capture this widening market. However, businesses must stay agile to manage fluctuations in guest demographics and leverage Oman’s growing appeal as a premier tourist destination.
