Occupancy levels at Dublin hotels increase by 1.8%

Hotels in Dublin are continuing to grow business though at a slower rate than 2011, according to Deloitte.

There was a 1.8% increase in occupancy levels in hotel rooms in Dublin, while the amount of money earned per room rose 6.6%. The occupancy level remained at 61% for the first quarter.

Kevin Sheehan, Deloitte partner in charge of travel, hospitality, and leisure services, said the industry had experienced strong growth, but from a very low base.