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70% FIFA Hotel Bookings Cancelled, $17 bn Boost At Risk

5/20/2026

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The American Hotel & Lodging Association reported that up to 70% of FIFA-reserved hotel rooms have been cancelled, threatening the tournament’s projected economic impact.
A FIFA-commissioned study projected 185,000 jobs and a $17.2 bn (£12.7 bn) boost to U.S. GDP from the event.
FIFA said room releases met contractual timelines, many were made early, and it expects occupancy to rise in June and July despite recent price drops.

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The American Hotel & Lodging Association reported that up to 70% of FIFA-reserved hotel rooms have been cancelled, threatening the tournament’s projected economic impact.
A FIFA-commissioned study projected 185,000 jobs and a $17.2 bn (£12.7 bn) boost to U.S. GDP from the event.
FIFA said room releases met contractual timelines, many were made early, and it expects occupancy to rise in June and July despite recent price drops.