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Hotel Industry Set to Surpass Half-a-Trillion Dollar Value by 2028

Jun 13, 2024
Hotels and Resorts  Travel News  Travel Trends  
Hotel Industry Set to Surpass Half-a-Trillion Dollar Value by 2028
In 2024, a record-breaking 1.26 billion people will stay in a hotel.
Credit: 2024 boyloso/stock.adobe.com

After a three-year recovery period post-pandemic, the global hotel industry is experiencing robust growth and is poised to achieve a significant milestone.

According to data from Stocklytics.com, the industry's revenue is projected to reach $446.5 billion in 2024, representing a 9% increase from the previous year. Forecasts indicate a further $50 billion growth over the next four years, propelling the market value beyond the half-a-trillion-dollar mark.

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Regional analysis reveals that Asian markets will lead in hotel spending, contributing $192 billion or 37% of the total market revenue by 2028. North America is projected to account for approximately 30% of the revenue, totaling $147 billion, followed by Europe with $121.6 billion.

The Statista survey also highlights a significant uptick in hotel users, with over 1.26 billion individuals utilizing hotel accommodations and services in 2024, marking a record high. Expectations indicate a further influx of more than 130 million users in the next four years, pushing the total user count close to 1.4 billion.

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Editor’s Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by Stocklytics.com. It was reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.

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