Boozing in Bahrain

The video discusses the attraction of Bahrain for Saudis due to its liberal environment, including shopping and cinemas. However, recent restrictions on alcohol sales to only five-star hotels, following Islamist electoral victories, have negatively impacted smaller hotels economically. The hotel industry, employing thousands, faces job losses. Some hotels plan to defy the alcohol ban, indicating potential growing Islamist influence in Bahrain.

Why might some Saudis prefer not to visit five-star hotels?

What measures are some hotels considering in response to the alcohol sales ban?