In June 2024, Portugal’s tourist accommodation sector experienced significant growth, with a total of 3.0 million guests, marking an increase of 6.7% compared to the previous year. This surge in visitors contributed to 7.8 million overnight stays, up by 4.8%, and generated substantial income for the sector. Total revenue reached 698.0 million euros, while accommodation revenue hit 541.0 million euros, both showing a robust 12.7% increase.
Key performance indicators also reflected this upward trend. The average revenue per available room (RevPAR) rose to 85.0 euros, a 9.4% increase, and the average revenue per occupied room (ADR) climbed to 132.0 euros, up by 8.0%. Notably, the highest ADR figures were recorded in Greater Lisbon at 170.9 euros, followed by the Algarve at 139.8 euros, and the Azores Region at 128.4 euros.
Lisbon stood out as a major hub, accounting for 18.0% of all overnight stays in the country. The capital saw a 4.6% increase in overnight stays, with significant contributions from both residents (+7.4%) and non-residents (+4.1%). Portimão also showed remarkable growth, with a 13.4% increase in overnight stays, driven by a strong influx of non-resident visitors (+15.4%).
During the first half of 2024, the sector recorded 35.5 million overnight stays, reflecting a 4.5% growth. This period saw a 12.3% rise in total revenue and a 12.1% increase in accommodation revenue. The growth was largely fueled by non-resident visitors, whose overnight stays increased by 5.8%, while resident overnight stays saw a modest growth of 1.4%.
Furthermore, Lisbon and Porto together captured over half of the total overnight stays from key international markets, including Brazil (60.8%), North America (59.7%), and Italy (57.3%) during the first half of the year. This concentration underscores the importance of these cities as prime destinations for foreign visitors.
Across most accommodation types, including tourist establishments, campsites, holiday camps, and youth hostels, the sector recorded 3.3 million guests and 8.5 million overnight stays in June, reflecting growth rates of 6.7% and 4.8%, respectively. The increase was driven by both residents (+3.5%) and non-residents (+5.4%), highlighting the continued attractiveness of Portugal as a destination for both domestic and international travelers.
