Managers and workers in the country’s hotels expected that the occupancy of hotel rooms during the Eid al-Fitr holiday would exceed 95%, thanks to active domestic tourism by citizens and residents of the country, in addition to the arrival of guests and tourists from the Gulf countries, especially from Saudi Arabia and Oman, and attracting tourist groups. From many countries of the world, during this period of moderate temperatures.
They explained that hotels were quick to offer various offers that include discounts ranging between 20-25% on eating food and drinks, and using facilities and services in hotels.
They expressed their expectations that hotels will continue to achieve positive performance during the Eid period and beyond, thanks to the country’s embrace of many events, activities and exhibitions, which attract many participants and attendees.
Murshid Al Shamsi, Director of Ceremonies at Bab Al Qasr Hotel – Abu Dhabi, said: “We expect the hotel to record record occupancy ranging between 85-90% during the Eid Al Fitr holiday, and we have noticed that demand is high from Gulf tourism, especially from Saudi Arabia and Oman.”
- Discounts for guests
Kamal Fakhoury, CEO of Cristal Hotel Group, says: “With Eid Al Fitr approaching, we are pleased to offer a 20% discount on our standard rates to guests, ensuring that their holiday is affordable. In addition to the great discount, we are pleased to offer free upgrades and early check-in privileges.” .
Fakhoury added: “We expect occupancy levels to exceed 85%, creating a lively atmosphere, with a diverse mix of nationalities, from international travelers exploring Abu Dhabi.”
Amr Najah – General Manager of Swissotel Al Murouj Hotel, says: “The tourism sector witnessed a major boom during the first quarter of this year in terms of occupancy and demand, and the events and activities that Dubai witnessed helped attract investors and visitors alike. We mention, for example, “Sports events and major exhibitions, and Dubai succeeded in obtaining first place from (TripAdvisor) with millions attesting that it is the first destination in the world.”
Najah added: “It is expected that we will record an occupancy rate currently and during Eid days of 90%, knowing that most of the nationalities of the guests are Arab from the Gulf countries, Europe, and Latin America.”
- Internal and external
Mohsen Al Shimi, Regional Government Sales Department Manager for St. Regis Abu Dhabi Hotels, confirms: “The St. Regis Corniche, Saadiyat, Addition, and Marriott Downtown Abu Dhabi hotels are offering many special offers to host guests and visitors during the Eid Al Fitr holiday through a percentage discount on prices.”
Raafat Qouta, General Manager of Ecos Al Furjan Hotel and Coral Deira Dubai, says: “Our Eid Al Fitr offers are designed to suit all family members, allowing everyone to come together and celebrate this special occasion in a distinguished way.”
- Domestic tourism
Ahmed Hasib, CEO of Jeewan Hotel Management Company, explains: “This period is witnessing high occupancy in our hotels and resorts by tourists and guests, and we expect the occupancy rate to reach 95% during the Eid holiday, and it will record a demand primarily from citizens and residents of the country, and guests come From the Arab Gulf countries, especially Saudi Arabia and Oman.
- Competitive prices
Osama Sharrouf, Vice President of Marketing and Sales at the Jannah Hotel Group, explains: “We have offered discounts ranging between 20-25% on room prices and services, with the exception of the Jannah Hotel in Ras Al Khaimah, as its prices are considered competitive.”
He points out that the expected occupancy rate will exceed 97% in the group’s hotels in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Ras Al Khaimah.
Victor McCardo, Business Development Manager at Danat Jebel Dhanna Hotel, said: “We have introduced a group of special offers for guests, which include providing an international buffet during Eid days, allowing early check-in for guests, and offering competitive prices for hotel rooms, in addition to 20% discounts on food and beverages.” ».