Hotels say Christmas cancellations have cost the sector more than €90m

Industry is demanding an extension of business supports into summer 2022

Hoteliers are reporting occupancies of 35% for December and 14% across January and February. Picture: iStock

The hotel industry in Ireland has reported a dramatic collapse in event bookings in the lead up to Christmas costing the industry an estimated €90m as companies and organisations cancel social gatherings and meals due to the recent rise in Covid cases.

Hotel and guesthouse owners now want the Government to provide urgent additional supports for the sector.