Arrivals recorded in tourist accommodation structures in December 2016 totaled 709.4 thousand, an increase of 8.2% compared to the same period of the previous year. Of the total number of arrivals, domestic tourist arrivals accounted for 79.9% in December, while foreign tourists represented 20.1%.
Regarding the arrivals of foreign tourists in tourist accommodation structures, those from Europe held the largest share—72.5% of total foreign tourists, and of these, 83.5% were from European Union countries.
Overnight stays recorded in tourist accommodation structures in December 2016 totaled 1,426.2 thousand, an increase of 7% compared to those in December 2015. Of these, 80.5% represented overnight stays by Romanian tourists and 19.5% represented overnight stays by foreign tourists.
Regarding the overnight stays of foreign tourists in tourist accommodation structures, those from Europe held the largest share—72.7% of total foreign tourists, and of these, 83.8% were from European Union countries.
The average length of stay in December 2016 was 2 days for both Romanian and foreign tourists.
The net occupancy rate of accommodation places in December 2016 was 23% for total tourist accommodation structures, an increase of 1.2% compared to December 2015.
Higher occupancy rates in December 2016 were recorded in hotels – 27.8%, tourist villas – 19.4%, tourist boarding houses – 18.3%, hostels – 16%, and agritourism boarding houses – 15.5%.
Arrivals of foreign visitors to Romania, recorded at border points, were 736.7 thousand in December, an increase of 3.4% compared to December 2015. The majority of foreign visitors come from countries located in Europe – 93.3%. Of the total arrivals of foreign visitors to Romania, 53.7% come from European Union states.
Among the European Union states, the most arrivals were recorded from Bulgaria – 31.1%, Hungary – 27.4%, Italy – 9.4%, Germany – 7.3%, Poland and France – with 3.6% each.
Departures of Romanian visitors abroad, recorded at border points, were 1,112.3 thousand in December 2016, an increase of 5.6% compared to December 2015. Road transport means were the most used for departures abroad, representing 67% of the total number of departures.
Arrivals recorded in tourist accommodation structures in 2016 totaled 10,917.4 thousand, an increase of 10.4% compared to those in 2015. Of these, 77.4% represented arrivals of Romanian tourists and 22.6% represented arrivals of foreign tourists.
Regarding the arrivals of foreign tourists in tourist accommodation structures, those from Europe held the largest share—74.8% of total foreign tourists, and of these, 85.4% were from European Union countries.
Overnight stays recorded in tourist accommodation structures in 2016 totaled 25,275 thousand, an increase of 7.8% compared to those in 2015. Of these, 81% represented overnight stays by Romanian tourists and 19% represented overnight stays by foreign tourists.
Regarding the overnight stays of foreign tourists in tourist accommodation structures, those from Europe held the largest share—73.3% of total foreign tourists, and of these, 83.8% were from European Union countries.
The average length of stay in 2016 was 2.4 days for Romanian tourists and 1.9 days for foreign tourists.
The net occupancy rate of accommodation places in 2016 was 30.8% for total tourist accommodation structures, an increase of 2% compared to 2015.
Higher occupancy rates in 2016 were recorded in hotels – 38.9%, accommodation spaces on ships – 26.1%, tourist villas – 24.1%, and bungalows – 22.7%.
The most arrivals of foreign tourists staying in tourist accommodation structures with accommodation functions came from Germany – 281.7 thousand, Israel – 251.9 thousand, Italy – 233.8 thousand, France – 145.6 thousand, and the United Kingdom – 140.6 thousand.
Arrivals of foreign visitors to Romania, recorded at border points, were 10,222.9 thousand in 2016, an increase of 9.6% compared to 2015.
The majority of foreign visitors come from countries located in Europe – 93%. Of the total arrivals of foreign visitors to Romania, 54% come from European Union states.
Among the European Union states, the most arrivals were recorded from Hungary – 28.3%, Bulgaria – 27.6%, Germany – 8.4%, Italy – 7.7%, Poland – 5.5%, and France – 3.6%.
Departures of Romanian visitors abroad, recorded at border points, were 16,128 thousand in 2016, an increase of 22.9% compared to 2015. Road transport means were the most used for departures abroad, representing 68.8% of the total number of departures.
Source: Economica
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the growth in tourist arrivals in 2016?
In 2016, arrivals in tourist accommodation structures increased by 10.4% compared to the previous year, reaching a total of 10.9 million.
Which countries sent the most foreign tourists to Romania?
The highest number of foreign tourists came from Germany (281.7 thousand), Israel (251.9 thousand), Italy (233.8 thousand), France, and the United Kingdom.
What was the average occupancy rate for accommodations?
The net occupancy rate for accommodation units in 2016 was 30.8%, with hotels recording the highest occupancy rate at 38.9%.