Market overview
The global resort market is worth USD 200 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 346 bn by 2036, growing at a 5.6% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Beach and island resorts is the largest by type segment.
| Scope | Revenue of resorts: beach, ski, lake, spa, golf and all-inclusive resort properties, from rooms, packages, food, activities and on-site services. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Travel and Tourism |
| Value 2025 | USD 190 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 200 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 346 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 5.6% |
| Volume 2026 | 618 million room nights |
| Volume 2036 | 832 million room nights |
| Average price 2026 | USD 325 per room night |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Resort market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 200 bn |
| 2027 | USD 212 bn |
| 2028 | USD 224 bn |
| 2029 | USD 236 bn |
| 2030 | USD 249 bn |
| 2031 | USD 263 bn |
| 2032 | USD 278 bn |
| 2033 | USD 294 bn |
| 2034 | USD 310 bn |
| 2035 | USD 327 bn |
| 2036 | USD 346 bn |
Resort market segmentation
By type
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach and island resorts | 40.0% | 39.7% | USD 80.2 bn | 5.5% |
| Ski and mountain resorts | 17.0% | 15.3% | USD 34.1 bn | 4.5% |
| All-inclusive resorts | 20.0% | 21.8% | USD 40.1 bn | 6.5% |
| Spa and wellness resorts | 10.0% | 11.4% | USD 20.0 bn | 7.0% |
| Golf and other resorts | 13.0% | 11.7% | USD 26.1 bn | 4.5% |
By class
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury | 32.0% | 34.6% | USD 64.1 bn | 6.4% |
| Upscale | 38.0% | 37.3% | USD 76.2 bn | 5.4% |
| Mid-range | 30.0% | 28.1% | USD 60.1 bn | 4.9% |
By stay length
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 to 3 nights | 34.0% | 32.0% | USD 68.2 bn | 5.0% |
| 4 to 7 nights | 46.0% | 46.0% | USD 92.2 bn | 5.6% |
| Over 7 nights | 20.0% | 22.0% | USD 40.1 bn | 6.6% |
By guest type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Couples and honeymooners | 34.0% | 34.0% | USD 68.2 bn | 5.6% |
| Families | 38.0% | 38.0% | USD 76.2 bn | 5.6% |
| Friends and corporate groups | 28.0% | 28.0% | USD 56.1 bn | 5.6% |
By booking channel
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tour operators and packages | 38.0% | 34.0% | USD 76.2 bn | 4.4% |
| Online travel agencies | 28.0% | 30.0% | USD 56.1 bn | 6.3% |
| Direct | 34.0% | 36.0% | USD 68.2 bn | 6.2% |
Top 25 countries for resort by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 68.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 89.1%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 42.1 bn | 21.0% | USD 66.0 bn | 4.6% |
| 2 | Mexico | USD 16.0 bn | 8.0% | USD 29.0 bn | 6.1% |
| 3 | China | USD 14.0 bn | 7.0% | USD 28.0 bn | 7.2% |
| 4 | Spain | USD 13.0 bn | 6.5% | USD 20.4 bn | 4.6% |
| 5 | Thailand | USD 12.0 bn | 6.0% | USD 22.8 bn | 6.6% |
| 6 | Dominican Republic | USD 9.0 bn | 4.5% | USD 16.2 bn | 6.1% |
| 7 | Indonesia | USD 8.0 bn | 4.0% | USD 15.9 bn | 7.1% |
| 8 | Japan | USD 8.0 bn | 4.0% | USD 12.1 bn | 4.2% |
| 9 | Italy | USD 8.0 bn | 4.0% | USD 12.4 bn | 4.5% |
| 10 | Maldives | USD 6.0 bn | 3.0% | USD 11.4 bn | 6.6% |
| 11 | France | USD 4.8 bn | 2.4% | USD 8.3 bn | 5.8% |
| 12 | Turkey | USD 4.4 bn | 2.2% | USD 7.7 bn | 5.8% |
| 13 | Greece | USD 4.0 bn | 2.0% | USD 7.1 bn | 5.8% |
| 14 | Egypt | USD 3.7 bn | 1.8% | USD 6.5 bn | 5.8% |
| 15 | Portugal | USD 3.4 bn | 1.7% | USD 6.0 bn | 5.8% |
| 16 | Canada | USD 3.1 bn | 1.6% | USD 5.5 bn | 5.8% |
| 17 | Australia | USD 2.9 bn | 1.4% | USD 5.0 bn | 5.8% |
| 18 | Vietnam | USD 2.6 bn | 1.3% | USD 5.0 bn | 6.5% |
| 19 | Malaysia | USD 2.4 bn | 1.2% | USD 4.3 bn | 5.9% |
| 20 | Jamaica | USD 2.2 bn | 1.1% | USD 3.9 bn | 5.8% |
| 21 | Bahamas | USD 2.1 bn | 1.0% | USD 3.6 bn | 5.8% |
| 22 | Brazil | USD 1.9 bn | 0.9% | USD 3.3 bn | 5.7% |
| 23 | Croatia | USD 1.7 bn | 0.9% | USD 3.1 bn | 5.8% |
| 24 | United Arab Emirates | USD 1.6 bn | 0.8% | USD 2.8 bn | 5.7% |
| 25 | India | USD 1.5 bn | 0.7% | USD 2.8 bn | 6.4% |
| Rest of world | USD 21.8 bn | 10.9% | USD 36.4 bn | 5.3% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Marriott International
- Club Med
- Vail Resorts
- Hilton Worldwide
- Meliá Hotels International
- Minor International
- Hyatt Hotels
- Accor
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Sandals Resorts
- Barceló Hotel Group
- Iberostar
- Palace Resorts
- RIU Hotels & Resorts
- Karisma Hotels & Resorts
- Grupo Xcaret
- Playa Hotels & Resorts
- Pierre & Vacances-Center Parcs
- Kerzner International
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Aman
- Six Senses
- Soho House
- Beachcomber Resorts
- Constance Hotels & Resorts
- Banyan Tree
- Sun Resorts
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the resort market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 5.6% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by type, by class, by stay length, by guest type, by booking channel. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the resort market?
The global resort market is estimated at USD 190 bn in 2025 and USD 200 bn in 2026.
How fast will the resort market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 346 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 5.6% from 2026, an increase of USD 145 bn.
Which country is the largest market for resort?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 42.1 bn in 2026, 21.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 36.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, China is growing fastest at 7.2% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which resort segment is largest?
In the by type split, Beach and island resorts is the largest segment with 40.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading resort companies?
Global leaders include Marriott International, Club Med, Vail Resorts, Hilton Worldwide.
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