The European accommodation services sector exhibits diverse employment distributions across countries. In 2023, Spain leads with 15.55 thousand employees, followed closely by Germany and the UK with 14.44 and 13.94 thousand, respectively. Notable YOY decreases are seen in Germany (-6.08%) and Slovakia (-10.02%), while Macedonia and Montenegro experience increases of 9.21% and 3.42%, respectively. A five-year retrospective reveals fluctuating trends, with economic challenges and market dynamics influencing variations across the board, including downturns in traditionally strong markets like Germany and Switzerland, matched by growth in lesser-scaled markets.
Future trends to watch for include:
- The impact of economic recovery on employment levels, particularly in major markets like Spain and Germany.
- Investments in tourism leading to employment shifts, potentially boosting markets such as Portugal and Greece.
- The transition towards more permanent job roles in the forecasted period as stability returns to the sector post-pandemic.
Top countries in Permanent and Temporary Employment in Accommodation Services Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 15.55 | 2023 | -8.59% | -1.19% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 14.44 | 2023 | +0.3% | -6.08% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 13.94 | 2023 | +0.4% | +0.95% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 9.33 | 2023 | 0% | +0.15% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 8.82 | 2023 | -6.97% | -2.66% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 3.74 | 2023 | +0.23% | -2.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3.15 | 2023 | +0.69% | +1.97% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 3.13 | 2023 | -8.34% | -0.81% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 3.11 | 2023 | -3.1% | -1.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 3.02 | 2023 | -1.69% | -1.24% | View data |
