That's according to a survey by the Irish Hotels Federation.
There's been an increase in bookings in hotels and guesthouses across Kildare, for June, July and August.
That's according to a survey conducted by the Irish Hotel's Federation, in advance of the re-opening of accommodation on June 2nd.
In the Midlands and Mid-East region, which includes Kildare, 30% of beds are booking in June, 31% the following month and 28% in August.
That's broadly in line with the national average and compares to levels of 23% and 21% respectively just ahead of the announcement.
Dara Cruise, Chair of the Midlands branch of the IHF, is calling on the Government to facilitate the return of vaccinated overseas travellers quickly
“The increase in bookings in the past fortnight has been a welcome morale boost to our members and the thousands of people employed in Irish hotels. The domestic market was a real positive last year and we expect home holidays to be very important for the sector again this year. Not surprisingly, as indicated by our latest survey, we would expect to see stronger demand in popular tourism destinations and hotels offering packages and facilities for families. However, we would encourage people to explore all parts across the country, as they did last year. There is excellent value available. Guests should shop around and contact hotels directly to find out what special offers are available, including mid-week specials for those whose dates are flexible.”
The IHF survey was carried out on 11th – 13th May and the results are based on the response of 306 properties with 28,900 guest rooms spread across the country.
- National room occupancy: 25% June / 31% July / 27% Aug
- Dublin City and County: 10% June / 11% July / 11% Aug
- Other Cities: 21% June / 27% July / 21% Aug
- Border region: 26% June / 40% July / 37% Aug
- Mid-West: 26% June / 32% July/ 25% Aug
- Midlands / Mid East: 30% June / 31% July / 28% Aug
- South East: 50% June / 57% July / 45% Aug
- South West: 33% June / 44% July / 39% Aug
- West: 34% June / 45% July / 32% Aug
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