Should a guest house have a kitchen?

Guest houses typically consist of a bedroom, a bathroom, and may also have lounging or dining areas, depending on the guest house size and style. Guest houses typically do not have cooking facilities, but some may include a mini fridge and a microwave.



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A guest house doesn't have to be elaborate: If it's big enough to include a bedroom or even a bed or sleeper sofa, along with at least a half-bath and maybe a mini-fridge for drinks and snacks, that should keep everyone happy. If it has extras like a living room, stove, wifi, shower, and a porch, nobody will complain.

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B&Bs typically include a “free” daily breakfast. However, lunch and dinner options depend on the particular bed and breakfast you book with.

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The generic guest house is best thought of as a one bedroom apartment. Typically, the square footage will range anywhere from 450-1000 sqft. The front door will connect directly to the living room, which will then open up to allow access to two other rooms; the bathroom and bedroom.

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The Golden Rules for Houseguests
  • Make your visit short and sweet. ...
  • Bring your own toiletries.
  • Make your bed and clean up after yourself. ...
  • Offer to help out, especially in the kitchen (unless your host objects).
  • Be adaptable. ...
  • Show that you're enjoying yourself.


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Most experts would recommend building a guest house that's the largest allowable square footage for an ADU, or at least 500-square-feet, to get the most bang for your buck.

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Airbnb is a popular home-sharing site that is usually lightly regulated. A B&B, hotel, or guest house is more regulated and subject to lodging taxes. In other words, professionally run hotels, bed and breakfasts, and guest homes like Fernwood Circle contribute to their local economy with every short stay.

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So, what do guest houses typically include/provide? Essential amenities you can expect to find in a guest house stay include: a towel (per guest), hand soap and possible extras (like coat hangers). Some guest houses offer more, but this is what to expect at a minimum.

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Guests are primarily international independent individual or couple travelers, not large groups, families in general, or large families specifically. This is an important distinction to make as in many relationship oriented countries, families travel in large groups and would not stay at a guest house.

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Hotel room amenities
  • Kitchen facilities, like: fridge, coffee maker and microwave.
  • Complimentary water.
  • TV with cable.
  • Ironing capabilities.
  • Telephone.
  • Hangers.
  • Luggages storage.
  • Air conditioning.


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Ownership and Management: A homestay is typically a private residence where the owner or host lives on-site. The host rents out a portion of their home or an attached guest suite to guests. In contrast, a guest house is a property specifically designed to accommodate guests.

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