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Saudi tourism businesses grow, led by a 52% rise in tourist lodges
Saudi Arabia’s tourism-related business registrations grew by 32% to 52% in 2026, according to the Trade Ministry.
Tourist lodges grew fastest, rising 52% to 18,115 registrations by the end of the third quarter, up from 11,900 a year earlier.
Registrations for tourist accommodation facilities rose 37% to 18,956, while tourist guides rose 33% and tour organizers 32%.
The ministry said the growth reflects wider business and investment opportunities as destinations develop across the country.
It also said tourism activity can support trade and growth among small and medium-sized businesses.
The expansion supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals, which include developing the tourism sector.
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Saudi tourism-related business registrations grew by between 32% and 52% during 2026, according to data from the Ministry of Commerce.
Tourist lodges led the growth, with registrations rising 52% to 18,115 by the end of the third quarter.
Tourist accommodation facilities ranked second, with registrations up 37% to 18,956.
Registrations for tour guides rose 33% to 7,735, while tour operators’ registrations increased 32% to 11,949.
The ministry said the growth reflects expanding business opportunities and supports small and medium-sized enterprises.
- Who
- Tourism-related businesses in Saudi Arabia.
- What
- Commercial registrations grew by 32% to 52%, led by tourist lodges.
- When
- During 2026, with figures reported through the end of the third quarter.
- Where
- Saudi Arabia.
- Why
- The Ministry of Commerce said growth reflects expanding business opportunities and the development of tourism destinations.
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Tourist lodge registrations stood at 11,900.
Tourist lodge registrations reached 18,115, a 52% increase over the same period a year earlier.
- Tourist lodges
- Registrations rose 52% to 18,115
- Tourist accommodation facilities
- Registrations rose 37% to 18,956
- Tour guides
- Registrations rose 33% to 7,735
- Tour operators
- Registrations rose 32% to 11,949