Tourism remains one of Qatar’s strongest economic drivers, supported by steady growth in international visitation and a packed calendar of major events. According to Knight Frank, the country welcomed 3.3 million visitors between January and August 2025, a 3.4% rise year-on-year. GCC travellers accounted for the largest share of arrivals, followed by Europe and Asia.
The increase in tourism has led to stronger hotel performance. Occupancy reached 69% in Q3 2025, up 3.7% from last year, while revenue per available room rose by 3.1% to QAR 300. Although average daily rates dipped slightly, overall demand remains robust.
Qatar’s hotel supply continues to expand, with more than 41,700 quality rooms now available and numbers expected to reach around 45,000 by 2027. Most of the upcoming supply will be in the luxury and upscale categories.
Knight Frank notes that Qatar is “doubling down on mega events” to maintain momentum, with sports tournaments, cultural festivals and major global conferences helping smooth seasonality and attract visitors year-round. Plans are also progressing for a potential bid to host the 2036 Summer Olympic Games, reinforcing the country’s long-term tourism ambitions.
