Qatar Hotels Set New November Records

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November 2025 marked one of the strongest months for Qatar’s hotel industry in over a decade. According to preliminary data from CoStar, the country achieved its highest November occupancy since 2014, boosted by a series of major events including Formula 1, MWC Doha and the Doha Film Festival.

Occupancy reached 83.9%, up 0.5% year-over-year. Average daily rate (ADR) increased by 19.6% to QAR 578.58, while revenue per available room (RevPAR) rose 20.3% to QAR 485.26. Excluding the World Cup year, ADR and RevPAR were the highest for November since 2013.

Film, tech and motorsport drive surge in demand

Daily occupancy peaked on Monday, 24 November, at 94.2% during the Doha Film Festival, just one day before MWC Doha began. This matched the level recorded on 1 April — the highest seen since February 2025.

ADR and RevPAR reached their peaks on Friday, 28 November, the opening night of the Formula 1 Grand Prix. ADR rose to QAR 875.56, while RevPAR climbed to QAR 809.10. The final evening of the Doha Film Festival falling on the same night further amplified performance. These levels were the highest observed since the World Cup in December 2022.

Throughout the month, daily occupancy remained consistently above 70%, reflecting robust baseline demand across the market.

Future outlook and tourism significance

The record-setting results underline Qatar’s growing capability to host major international events and maintain strong visitor flows. The tourism infrastructure built for the 2022 World Cup continues to support high hotel performance, while global events propel new peaks in profitability.

Expert conclusion from International Investment:
Qatar’s exceptional November results highlight the nation's evolution into a year-round hub for event-driven tourism. Strong hotel performance and rising profitability enhance the country’s investment appeal as its tourism economy continues to expand.