Lodging (Destination) in Belgium

November 2026

Lodging (destination) in Belgium will reach EUR2.8 billion in 2026, up by 3% in current terms. Hotels remains the largest category, at EUR1.5 billion, and will grow faster than short-term rentals, which will rise by 1% to EUR904 million. Airbnb leads with 17% retail value share. Tighter registration and compliance rules, higher tourist taxes and increased VAT on overnight stays are increasing costs in Brussels, Bruges and Ghent, and favour professional operators. Growing interest in rural and nature-oriented destinations reward flexible, self-catering formats. Value sales are set to rise at a CAGR of 3% to EUR3.3 billion in 2031.

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Overview:

Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Lodging (Destination) industry in Belgium with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.

Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.

If you're in the Lodging (Destination) industry in Belgium, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.

The Lodging (Destination) in Belgium report includes:

  • Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
  • Detailed segmentation of international and local products
  • Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
  • Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
  • Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country

This report answers:

  • What is the market size of Lodging (Destination) in Belgium?
  • Which are the leading companies in Lodging (Destination) in Belgium?
  • How are companies responding to the travel restrictions?
  • Which travel sectors are proving the most resilient?
  • What are companies doing to innovate and future-proof?

Key Data Insights

Key Industry Trends

Hotels lead as growth settles into a slower phase
Short-term rentals lag as regulation bites
Chart 1 Lodging (Destination) Sales: Value 2021-2031
Chart 2 Lodging (Destination) Sales by Category: Value 2026
Hotels remain dominant as premium demand builds
Short-term rentals will gain from offering flexibility and local character
Workation offers counter shorter stays
Chart 1 Forecast Lodging (Destination) Sales: Value 2021-2031
Chart 2 Forecast Lodging (Destination) Sales by Category: Value 2026-2031
Holiday homes attract families and groups
Flemish decree pushes platforms to professionalise
B&B Hotels expands its budget estate
Chart 1 Real GDP Growth 2021-2031
Chart 2 Inflation 2021-2031
Chart 1 Population 2021-2031
Chart 2 Population by Generation 2026
Chart 3 Consumer Expenditure 2021-2031

Country Reports Disclaimer

The following categories and subcategories are included:

Lodging (Destination)

    • Luxury Hotels
    • Upscale Hotels
    • Mid-Market Hotels
    • Budget Hotels
    • Unrated Hotels
      • Hotels Online via Direct
      • Hotels Online via Intermediaries
      • Hotels Offline via Direct
      • Hotels Offline via Intermediaries
      • Short-Term rentals Online via Direct
      • Short-term Rentals Online via Intermediaries
      • Short-term Rentals Offline via Direct
      • Short-term Rentals Offline via Intermediaries
    • Campsites
    • Hostels
    • Other Lodging Types
      • Other Lodging Online Direct
      • Other Lodging Online Intermediaries
      • Other Lodging Offline via Direct
      • Other Lodging Offline via Intermediaries
    • Lodging (Destination) Online via Direct
    • Lodging (Destination) Online via Intermediaries
    • Lodging (Destination) Offline via Direct
    • Lodging (Destination) Offline via Intermediaries

Lodging (Destination)

Lodging (Destination) covers the main types of lodging used by inbound and domestic tourists, providing a destination point of view (also known as point of supply). Lodging value is measured in terms of the price paid for lodging by the consumer and businesses based on total room sales. It does not include food and drinks or any other form of revenue that is not directly related to lodging, such as events and conferences and guest services, such as gym, spa, shop, room service, restaurant and café. Lodging volume is measured in terms of number of outlets and rooms at year end, and room nights as total of the full year.

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