Málaga tourism up despite bad forecasts.
Tourism in Málaga, Spain was very high during Holy Week. Hotel rooms were almost full, and this was unexpected. Good weather helped bring more visitors.
Málaga’s hotel occupancy rates rose to 95% during Holy Week. This is a big increase compared to what was predicted. The rise in tourism is linked to people traveling after the COVID-19 pandemic. The lack of a high-speed train, called AVE, also played a role. Hotel owners said the weather was good and helped people book rooms.
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Highlights
Málaga Tourism Exceeds Expectations
Hotel occupancy rates in Málaga reached 82.85% during Holy Week.
High Occupancy Rates Reported
Hotel occupancy rates exceeded 95% in Málaga during the Holy Week period.
AVE Lack Contributes to Growth
The lack of high-speed rail (AVE) connections partly contributed to Málaga’s tourism increase.
Good Weather Drives Bookings
Good weather is driving increased bookings and revenue for hotels.
Tourism Growth Despite Predictions
Málaga’s tourism growth surprised experts who predicted a crisis.