GITNUXREPORT 2026

Mexico Hotel Industry Statistics

Mexico’s hotel industry is a vital economic driver, significantly boosting GDP and employment nationwide.

Jannik Lindner

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First published: Feb 13, 2026

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In 2023, Mexico's hotel industry contributed approximately 8.7% to the national GDP, equating to $32.1 billion USD in direct and indirect economic impact.

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The hotel sector in Mexico employed over 1.2 million people directly in 2023, accounting for 6.5% of total national employment.

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Mexico's hotels generated $15.6 billion in tax revenues for the government in 2022 from lodging and related services.

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Visitor spending in Mexico's hotel industry reached $28.4 billion in 2023, with 45% attributed to international tourists.

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The hospitality sector in Mexico supported 2.8 million jobs including indirect employment in 2023.

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In 2022, Mexico's hotel industry exported $12.3 billion in tourism services, ranking 5th globally.

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Hotel-related investments in Mexico totaled $4.2 billion in 2023, boosting local economies by 12% in key regions.

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The multiplier effect of hotel spending in Mexico was 1.8 in 2023, generating $1.8 in additional economic activity per dollar spent.

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Mexico's beach resort hotels contributed $18.9 billion to GDP in 2023, 62% of total hotel GDP share.

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In 2023, the hotel industry in Mexico drove 15% growth in regional SME revenues near tourist hotspots.

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Total capital investment in Mexican hotels reached $3.7 billion in Q4 2023 alone.

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Mexico's hotel sector accounted for 9.2% of total exports in services in 2022.

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The industry generated $7.5 billion in foreign exchange earnings from hotel stays in 2023.

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Hotel operations in Mexico supported 450,000 family-owned businesses in 2023.

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In 2023, hotel tourism added $5.6 billion to Mexico's balance of payments.

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The sector's domestic spending reached $10.2 billion in 2023, up 22% from 2022.

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Mexico's hotels facilitated $2.1 billion in agricultural supply chain purchases in 2023.

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Total hotel payroll in Mexico was $9.8 billion in 2023, with average wages up 11%.

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The industry contributed $4.3 billion to social security contributions in 2023.

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Hotel-driven infrastructure spending totaled $1.9 billion in Mexico in 2023.

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New hotel rooms added in Mexico: 18,500 in 2023.

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Total hotel rooms in Mexico: 920,000 as of end 2023.

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Investment in Cancun hotels: $1.2 billion in 2023.

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Luxury brand pipeline: 45 new properties by 2028 in Mexico.

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Riviera Maya renovations: $850 million spent in 2023.

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Airport-hotel expansions in Los Cabos: 2,100 rooms 2023.

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Puerto Vallarta new builds: 1,800 rooms opened 2023.

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Mexico City boutique hotel growth: 15% room increase 2023.

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All-inclusive developments: $2.1 billion invested 2023.

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Tulum sustainable hotel projects: 12 new openings 2023.

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Baja California eco-resorts: $450 million funding 2023.

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Guadalajara convention center hotels: 900 rooms added.

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Mazatlan boardwalk hotels: 1,200 rooms renovated 2023.

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Queretaro industrial lodgings: $120 million invested.

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Riviera Nayarit golf resorts: 5 new courses linked 2023.

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Yucatan cenote hotels: 800 luxury rooms 2023.

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Monterrey tech hotels: 650 rooms for conferences.

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Cozumel underwater hotels pipeline: 3 projects 2023.

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Merida colonial restorations: $75 million in hotels 2023.

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National hotel sustainability upgrades: 65% of properties invested $500 million total in 2023.

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In 2023, Mexico's hotel occupancy averaged 68.4% nationwide, with Cancun at 82.1%.

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Riviera Maya hotels achieved 75.6% occupancy in Q3 2023, highest in five years.

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Mexico City luxury hotels saw 71.2% occupancy in 2023, up 14% from 2022.

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Puerto Vallarta occupancy rate was 69.8% in 2023, driven by US tourists.

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Los Cabos resorts hit 78.3% occupancy in peak season 2023.

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National average room nights sold in Mexico hotels: 145 million in 2023.

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Midscale hotels in Mexico averaged 65.2% occupancy in 2023.

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Baja California Sur occupancy reached 76.5% in 2023, leading regions.

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Guadalajara hotels had 62.4% occupancy in 2023, boosted by business travel.

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All-inclusive resorts in Mexico averaged 80.1% occupancy in 2023.

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Yucatan Peninsula occupancy was 73.2% in 2023, up 9% YoY.

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Economy hotels in Mexico achieved 58.7% occupancy in 2023.

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Mazatlan occupancy rate stood at 67.9% for 2023 full year.

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Queretaro business hotels: 64.3% occupancy in 2023.

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Riviera Nayarit occupancy: 74.8% in 2023.

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Tulum eco-hotels averaged 72.1% occupancy in 2023.

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Monterrey industrial hotels: 61.5% occupancy 2023.

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National upscale hotels occupancy: 70.4% in 2023.

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Cozumel cruise-linked hotels: 68.9% occupancy 2023.

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Merida cultural hotels: 63.2% occupancy in 2023.

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Average daily rate (ADR) for Mexico hotels was $145 USD in 2023.

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Cancun luxury hotels ADR reached $285 per night in 2023.

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Mexico City business hotels ADR: $162 in 2023.

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Riviera Maya all-inclusive ADR averaged $350 in peak 2023.

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Puerto Vallarta ADR grew to $198 in 2023, up 18%.

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Los Cabos resorts ADR: $412 per night in 2023.

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Total RevPAR for Mexico hotels: $99 in 2023.

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Midscale Mexico ADR: $95 in 2023.

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Baja California Sur ADR: $210 in 2023.

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Guadalajara ADR: $138 for 2023 average.

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Yucatan all-inclusives ADR: $290 in 2023.

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Economy segment ADR in Mexico: $72 in 2023.

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Mazatlan beach hotels ADR: $165 in 2023.

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Queretaro ADR: $112 in 2023.

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Riviera Nayarit luxury ADR: $275 in 2023.

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Tulum boutique hotels ADR: $240 in 2023.

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Monterrey ADR: $129 in 2023.

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National upscale RevPAR: $118 in 2023.

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Cozumel ADR: $185 in 2023.

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Merida ADR: $105 in 2023.

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International tourist arrivals to Mexico hotels: 45.2 million in 2023.

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US tourists to Mexico hotels: 24.1 million in 2023, 53% of total.

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Canadian visitors to Mexican hotels: 5.8 million in 2023.

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European arrivals to Mexico: 8.4 million hotel guests in 2023.

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Domestic hotel stays in Mexico: 78.6 million in 2023.

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Cancun international arrivals: 12.3 million linked to hotels in 2023.

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Riviera Maya guest nights: 28.5 million in 2023.

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Los Cabos US arrivals: 3.2 million in 2023.

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Puerto Vallarta Canadian tourists: 1.1 million in 2023.

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Mexico City business travelers: 9.7 million hotel guests 2023.

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Tulum millennial arrivals: 2.4 million in 2023.

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Yucatan total hotel arrivals: 7.8 million in 2023.

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Mazatlan Pacific coast arrivals: 4.1 million 2023.

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Queretaro leisure arrivals: 2.9 million in 2023.

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Baja Sur total tourists: 5.6 million hotel stays 2023.

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Guadalajara cultural tourists: 6.2 million in 2023.

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Riviera Nayarit weddings guests: 1.5 million in 2023.

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Cozumel divers arrivals: 1.8 million 2023.

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Merida heritage tourists: 3.4 million in 2023.

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Monterrey corporate arrivals: 4.7 million hotel nights 2023.

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While its beaches beckon millions, Mexico's true hotel boom is measured in staggering economic impact, contributing a colossal 8.7% to the national GDP, directly employing over 1.2 million people, and injecting tens of billions into communities nationwide.

Key Takeaways

In 2023, Mexico's hotel industry contributed approximately 8.7% to the national GDP, equating to $32.1 billion USD in direct and indirect economic impact.
The hotel sector in Mexico employed over 1.2 million people directly in 2023, accounting for 6.5% of total national employment.
Mexico's hotels generated $15.6 billion in tax revenues for the government in 2022 from lodging and related services.
In 2023, Mexico's hotel occupancy averaged 68.4% nationwide, with Cancun at 82.1%.
Riviera Maya hotels achieved 75.6% occupancy in Q3 2023, highest in five years.
Mexico City luxury hotels saw 71.2% occupancy in 2023, up 14% from 2022.
Average daily rate (ADR) for Mexico hotels was $145 USD in 2023.
Cancun luxury hotels ADR reached $285 per night in 2023.
Mexico City business hotels ADR: $162 in 2023.
International tourist arrivals to Mexico hotels: 45.2 million in 2023.
US tourists to Mexico hotels: 24.1 million in 2023, 53% of total.
Canadian visitors to Mexican hotels: 5.8 million in 2023.
New hotel rooms added in Mexico: 18,500 in 2023.
Total hotel rooms in Mexico: 920,000 as of end 2023.
Investment in Cancun hotels: $1.2 billion in 2023.

Mexico’s hotel industry is a vital economic driver, significantly boosting GDP and employment nationwide.

Economic Impact

In 2023, Mexico's hotel industry contributed approximately 8.7% to the national GDP, equating to $32.1 billion USD in direct and indirect economic impact.
The hotel sector in Mexico employed over 1.2 million people directly in 2023, accounting for 6.5% of total national employment.
Mexico's hotels generated $15.6 billion in tax revenues for the government in 2022 from lodging and related services.
Visitor spending in Mexico's hotel industry reached $28.4 billion in 2023, with 45% attributed to international tourists.
The hospitality sector in Mexico supported 2.8 million jobs including indirect employment in 2023.
In 2022, Mexico's hotel industry exported $12.3 billion in tourism services, ranking 5th globally.
Hotel-related investments in Mexico totaled $4.2 billion in 2023, boosting local economies by 12% in key regions.
The multiplier effect of hotel spending in Mexico was 1.8 in 2023, generating $1.8 in additional economic activity per dollar spent.
Mexico's beach resort hotels contributed $18.9 billion to GDP in 2023, 62% of total hotel GDP share.
In 2023, the hotel industry in Mexico drove 15% growth in regional SME revenues near tourist hotspots.
Total capital investment in Mexican hotels reached $3.7 billion in Q4 2023 alone.
Mexico's hotel sector accounted for 9.2% of total exports in services in 2022.
The industry generated $7.5 billion in foreign exchange earnings from hotel stays in 2023.
Hotel operations in Mexico supported 450,000 family-owned businesses in 2023.
In 2023, hotel tourism added $5.6 billion to Mexico's balance of payments.
The sector's domestic spending reached $10.2 billion in 2023, up 22% from 2022.
Mexico's hotels facilitated $2.1 billion in agricultural supply chain purchases in 2023.
Total hotel payroll in Mexico was $9.8 billion in 2023, with average wages up 11%.
The industry contributed $4.3 billion to social security contributions in 2023.
Hotel-driven infrastructure spending totaled $1.9 billion in Mexico in 2023.

Economic Impact Interpretation

While its beach resorts soak up most of the glory, Mexico's hotel industry is quietly the nation's economic powerhouse, employing armies, funding the state's coffers, and propelling everything from local farms to family shops with every margarita served.

Infrastructure and Investment

New hotel rooms added in Mexico: 18,500 in 2023.
Total hotel rooms in Mexico: 920,000 as of end 2023.
Investment in Cancun hotels: $1.2 billion in 2023.
Luxury brand pipeline: 45 new properties by 2028 in Mexico.
Riviera Maya renovations: $850 million spent in 2023.
Airport-hotel expansions in Los Cabos: 2,100 rooms 2023.
Puerto Vallarta new builds: 1,800 rooms opened 2023.
Mexico City boutique hotel growth: 15% room increase 2023.
All-inclusive developments: $2.1 billion invested 2023.
Tulum sustainable hotel projects: 12 new openings 2023.
Baja California eco-resorts: $450 million funding 2023.
Guadalajara convention center hotels: 900 rooms added.
Mazatlan boardwalk hotels: 1,200 rooms renovated 2023.
Queretaro industrial lodgings: $120 million invested.
Riviera Nayarit golf resorts: 5 new courses linked 2023.
Yucatan cenote hotels: 800 luxury rooms 2023.
Monterrey tech hotels: 650 rooms for conferences.
Cozumel underwater hotels pipeline: 3 projects 2023.
Merida colonial restorations: $75 million in hotels 2023.
National hotel sustainability upgrades: 65% of properties invested $500 million total in 2023.

Infrastructure and Investment Interpretation

While Mexico's hotel industry is clearly putting a chic new roof over its collective head, with billions being lavished on everything from underwater suites in Cozumel to conference rooms in Monterrey, this nationwide construction boom suggests the country isn't just courting tourists—it's strategically preparing to host the entire world, one sustainably upgraded, luxuriously renovated, and cleverly specialized room at a time.

Occupancy Rates

In 2023, Mexico's hotel occupancy averaged 68.4% nationwide, with Cancun at 82.1%.
Riviera Maya hotels achieved 75.6% occupancy in Q3 2023, highest in five years.
Mexico City luxury hotels saw 71.2% occupancy in 2023, up 14% from 2022.
Puerto Vallarta occupancy rate was 69.8% in 2023, driven by US tourists.
Los Cabos resorts hit 78.3% occupancy in peak season 2023.
National average room nights sold in Mexico hotels: 145 million in 2023.
Midscale hotels in Mexico averaged 65.2% occupancy in 2023.
Baja California Sur occupancy reached 76.5% in 2023, leading regions.
Guadalajara hotels had 62.4% occupancy in 2023, boosted by business travel.
All-inclusive resorts in Mexico averaged 80.1% occupancy in 2023.
Yucatan Peninsula occupancy was 73.2% in 2023, up 9% YoY.
Economy hotels in Mexico achieved 58.7% occupancy in 2023.
Mazatlan occupancy rate stood at 67.9% for 2023 full year.
Queretaro business hotels: 64.3% occupancy in 2023.
Riviera Nayarit occupancy: 74.8% in 2023.
Tulum eco-hotels averaged 72.1% occupancy in 2023.
Monterrey industrial hotels: 61.5% occupancy 2023.
National upscale hotels occupancy: 70.4% in 2023.
Cozumel cruise-linked hotels: 68.9% occupancy 2023.
Merida cultural hotels: 63.2% occupancy in 2023.

Occupancy Rates Interpretation

While the national occupancy rate hums a steady tune at 68.4%, the real chart-toppers are the sun-drenched all-inclusive resorts and coastal hotspots like Cancun, proving that for Mexico's hotel industry, a margarita by the pool is a far more compelling sales pitch than a PowerPoint in a conference room.

Revenue and ADR

Average daily rate (ADR) for Mexico hotels was $145 USD in 2023.
Cancun luxury hotels ADR reached $285 per night in 2023.
Mexico City business hotels ADR: $162 in 2023.
Riviera Maya all-inclusive ADR averaged $350 in peak 2023.
Puerto Vallarta ADR grew to $198 in 2023, up 18%.
Los Cabos resorts ADR: $412 per night in 2023.
Total RevPAR for Mexico hotels: $99 in 2023.
Midscale Mexico ADR: $95 in 2023.
Baja California Sur ADR: $210 in 2023.
Guadalajara ADR: $138 for 2023 average.
Yucatan all-inclusives ADR: $290 in 2023.
Economy segment ADR in Mexico: $72 in 2023.
Mazatlan beach hotels ADR: $165 in 2023.
Queretaro ADR: $112 in 2023.
Riviera Nayarit luxury ADR: $275 in 2023.
Tulum boutique hotels ADR: $240 in 2023.
Monterrey ADR: $129 in 2023.
National upscale RevPAR: $118 in 2023.
Cozumel ADR: $185 in 2023.
Merida ADR: $105 in 2023.

Revenue and ADR Interpretation

While Mexico's national average room rate of $145 might suggest a moderate vacation, the staggering $412 nightly rate in Los Cabos reveals that the country's hotel industry is now skillfully selling sun-drenched dreams and luxury seclusion at a premium, leaving its more modest $72 economy segment firmly in the rearview mirror.

Tourism Arrivals

International tourist arrivals to Mexico hotels: 45.2 million in 2023.
US tourists to Mexico hotels: 24.1 million in 2023, 53% of total.
Canadian visitors to Mexican hotels: 5.8 million in 2023.
European arrivals to Mexico: 8.4 million hotel guests in 2023.
Domestic hotel stays in Mexico: 78.6 million in 2023.
Cancun international arrivals: 12.3 million linked to hotels in 2023.
Riviera Maya guest nights: 28.5 million in 2023.
Los Cabos US arrivals: 3.2 million in 2023.
Puerto Vallarta Canadian tourists: 1.1 million in 2023.
Mexico City business travelers: 9.7 million hotel guests 2023.
Tulum millennial arrivals: 2.4 million in 2023.
Yucatan total hotel arrivals: 7.8 million in 2023.
Mazatlan Pacific coast arrivals: 4.1 million 2023.
Queretaro leisure arrivals: 2.9 million in 2023.
Baja Sur total tourists: 5.6 million hotel stays 2023.
Guadalajara cultural tourists: 6.2 million in 2023.
Riviera Nayarit weddings guests: 1.5 million in 2023.
Cozumel divers arrivals: 1.8 million 2023.
Merida heritage tourists: 3.4 million in 2023.
Monterrey corporate arrivals: 4.7 million hotel nights 2023.

Tourism Arrivals Interpretation

While Cancun’s siren song for sun-seekers remains potent, the true story of Mexico’s hotel industry is a sprawling national epic, narrated by relentless domestic travel, anchored by business in its dynamic cities, and sprinkled with destination weddings, cenote-diving millennials, and a very loyal neighbor to the north who still accounts for over half the guest list.