Guesthouse Management in South Africa

The number of guesthouses in South Africa has shown a significant increase and it is still growing at a fast rate. The greatest challenge is to ensure that guesthouses are equipped to service guests according to their wants and needs.
The number of guesthouses in South Africa has shown a significant increase and it is still growing at a fast rate. The greatest challenge is to ensure that guesthouses are equipped to service guests according to their wants and needs. This contributes directly to South Africa becoming a tourist-friendly destination. The purpose of this title is to highlight important skills and knowledge pertaining to the guesthouse industry. Special attention is paid to strategic planning, development and management of a guesthouse. Various guesthouse owners struggle with the marketing and financial management of their guesthouses, which is covered in a practical manner. Useful guidelines are provided regarding the interior decorating of the guesthouse as well as preparing and presenting food.