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Hotel boss discusses challenges facing sector

Manx Newscast

Monday, 2 November 2026 - 10 minutes

The drop off of visitor numbers in quieter months is what 'does the damage' to the Island's accommodation sector, according to the chief executive of a local hotel group.

Brett Martin of Palace Group Holdings says Manx hotels are at a disadvantage compared to their UK counterparts due to the lack of domestic tourism.

He's been speaking to Manx Radio following comments from political member for the Department for Enterprise Vicki Hewison about the need to ensure hotel room numbers don't drop:

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