Types of Rural Accommodations
The core activity in the accommodation business is the provision
of sheltered overnight stay for a fee. A number of other than overnight stay services
(activities, or opportunities offered to guests) provided by a particular accommodation
are up to the owner / manager. They differ from case to case - only bed and breakfast,
or serving 3 meals and beverages, or rental of sports equipment such as bikes, canoes
or skis, laundry, parking, etc. Accommodation structure (space and facilities given
to guests) determines the accommodation type. Accommodation types can be a small
hotel, B&B, youth hostel, alpine shelter, campsite, etc. depending on the type
of tourism, location of the accommodation, and needs of the main target group. The
major types of rural accommodation operating are: