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Limassol hotel occupancy hits 90% in August, matching 2025

In-Cyprus · 2026-08-11

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• What happened: Limassol's hotel occupancy reached 90% in August, matching levels from 2025, driven by last-minute bookings and a boost from domestic tourism. • Why it matters: This occupancy rate indicates a recovery in the tourism sector following challenges posed by external factors, such as the war in Iran, and reflects a positive trend for the local economy. • What to watch next: Monitor how hotel occupancy rates evolve in the coming months, especially with potential impacts from changing travel advisories and economic conditions.

Economy hotelsLimassolTop News Limassol hotel occupancy hits 90% in August, matching 2025 Limassol Promenade Cyprus 281 29 Relevant News Limassol hotel occupancy hits 90% in August, matching 2025 11 August 2026 “Seven Against Thebes” returns for one extra performance 11 August 2026 Cyprus overhauls seismic zone map, citing lessons from Colombia and Venezuela quakes 11 August 2026 newsroom 11 August 2026 FacebookXWhatsAppEmailPrintViber Last-minute bookings pushed Limassol’s hotel occupancy to around 90% for August, bringing the market back in line with last year, PASYXE Limassol President Christos Tsanos said. Speaking to CNA, Tsanos said the developments confirm the expectations he set out in late June for a gradual reversal of the negative climate caused by the war in Iran. “The defining feature of this year is last-minute bookings,” he said, adding that this confirms what he said back in late June, and that August is running at the same levels as 2025. Domestic tourism gives a boost Occupancy at hotels in the city and district of Limassol stands at around 90% for August, with the picture improving especially in the week of August 10-17 thanks to bookings from the domestic market. On June 23, the PASYXE Limassol President had expressed optimism about a recovery in tourist traffic following the revision of travel advisories by various countries. He had also estimated that summer occupancy would be higher than initial forecasts, though he cautioned at the time that “three months don’t save an entire year.” Price rises of up to 5% Addressing hotel pricing policy, Tsanos said that in many cases prices were kept close to last year’s levels, with increases not exceeding 5%. He explained that this policy was chosen to support both Cypriot holidaymakers and visitors interested in returning to Limassol. Tsanos noted that the city mainly attracts higher-income tourists with higher expectations. This, he added, makes it essential for hotels to maintain a high standard of service. (With information from Cyprus News Agency) Subscribe to our Newsletter Latest News “Seven Against Thebes” returns for one extra performance Cyprus overhauls seismic zone map, citing lessons from Colombia and Venezuela quakes Limassol lifeguards save two teens from strong currents British Bases police make 27 arrests in weekly summer safety push Waste piles up in Manila waterways after days of monsoon rain A shame and an injustice to not be able attend his children’s funeral Tender for the terminal, and leasing out Promitheas Follow en.philenews on Google News and be the first to know all the news about Cyprus and the world.

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