Guest houses are an important contributor to the local economy of any region, as they attract both local and international tourists with the aim of providing them with a taste of local food and hospitality. This creates much-needed job opportunities and revenue for local regions. As the successful managing and running of a guest house has its own set of challenges, the intention of this book is to provide a practical guide to assist both guest house owners and managers in managing their establishments effectively. In order to provide a comprehensive view of guest house management the book is divided into seven themes.