05/03/2013
Belfast Hotel Room Prices Soar
Hotel prices in Belfast saw the greatest rise in room rates last year compared to other regions across Ireland.
The average price of a room in the city is £78, that's an 18% increase in 2012 compared to 2011, according to the latest Hotels.com Hotel Price Index.
Seamus MacCormaic, Senior Director Market Management at Hotels.com said: "Events driven tourism has been a key driver of occupancy throughout 2012 and has hugely benefited hoteliers across the country.
"While prices have risen, it's important to remember we are coming from several years of steep decline and Ireland still offers exceptional value compared to other destinations around the world."
(GK)
The average price of a room in the city is £78, that's an 18% increase in 2012 compared to 2011, according to the latest Hotels.com Hotel Price Index.
Seamus MacCormaic, Senior Director Market Management at Hotels.com said: "Events driven tourism has been a key driver of occupancy throughout 2012 and has hugely benefited hoteliers across the country.
"While prices have risen, it's important to remember we are coming from several years of steep decline and Ireland still offers exceptional value compared to other destinations around the world."
(GK)
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