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The IHF said that the industry has witnessed "unprecedented upheavals" over the past three years

Hoteliers 'cautiously optimistic' for tourism recovery

Hoteliers are 'cautiously optimistic' about the recovery of the tourism sector, according to the Irish Hotels Federation.

Business • 07 Mar 23

Despite higher prices, more couples than ever are looking to tie the knot.

For richer, for poorer: The wedding industry is booming

After a pandemic imposed shutdown, the wedding sector is booming once again.

Business • 15 Feb 23

The IHF data reveals that linen costs are up 29%, food up 22%, and beverages up 12% in the past 12 months.

Hoteliers report electricity price rises of over 400%

Some hoteliers have reported electricity price increases of over 400% and gas price increases of over 300% since 2019, according to a new survey by the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF).

Business • 23 Sep 22

Booking levels are averaging at 23% for July and 21% for August, according to the survey

Hotels report a rise in summer bookings - IHF

Hotels in certain parts of the country are beginning to see an increase in bookings for July and August, according to the latest survey from the Irish Hotels Federation.

Business • 08 Apr 21

The restaurant sector contributes over €3 billion to the Irish economy annually, the RAI estimates

Half of restaurants face permanent closure, says RAI

Half of restaurants face permanent closure in the wake of the pandemic, according to the lobby group which represents the industry.

Business • 22 Mar 21

IHF Chief Executive Tim Fenn said they expect booking levels will improve when restrictions are lifted

Hotels say summer bookings remain at 'historic low'

Hotel summer bookings remain at an all time low, according to the latest survey by the Irish Hotels Federation.

Business • 12 Mar 21

Restaurants Association of Ireland says thousands of euro of stock will be wasted due to the new Covid-19 restrictions

New restrictions 'crushing blow' to restaurants, hotels

The Restaurants Association of Ireland said today's news of new Covid-19 restrictions come as a disastrous, devastating and crushing blow to restaurant owners and their staff ahead of Christmas.

Business • 22 Dec 20

54% of hotels saw turnover increase last year, new AIB report shows

IHF expects some hotel debt will be written off

The Irish Hotels Federation expects almost a third of the €6.7 billion debt owed by Ireland's hotels will be written off.

Business • 24 May 13

Report highlights high debt levels at Irish hotels

Irish hotels are carrying a total debt of €6.7bn, with as much as €2.5bn of that needing to be restructured to lower the burden to sustainable levels in the long term.

News • 12 Oct 12

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