What is the appeal of guesthouses. Why do so many here seem to prefer them over a proper hotel?
What is the appeal of guesthouses. Why do so many here seem to prefer them over a proper hotel?
Damn good question.
I prefer inexpensive 3-star or Thai-style hotels (not that I have a choice really!).
My guess is gay guesthouses are popular with the generation that felt the need to be segregated from straights, for safety, community or whatever reason. Some people just like that 'village' feeling where they can exchange hellos and gossip over breakfast among people of the same gen and orientation. My impression from reading these forums is that some people don't travel much at all other than for sex tourism and gay guesthouses, usually with a gay owner and gay staff, provide a 'guided' experience. And yet others might feel awkward about bringing their guests backs at "proper" hotels so gay guesthouses are a good overall choice.
Opinions are like assholes, everyone has one, and they all stink.
A guesthouse reminds me of family holidays in Eastbourne.
colmx (May 9th, 2018)
If you are staying for several weeks, or months, a guest house or condo would be a must in my book.
I stayed at the Agate in march,not cheap by any means but great location.Got a few bad looks from russians when we went for breakfast.We will stay at east Suites in november.Agates loss.