Do Guest Houses Have Age Restrictions? [Under 18, 21]

Guest Houses
Written By Taz Zaidi

Do Guest Houses Have Age Restrictions?

Some guest houses set and enforce age restrictions.

In most countries, 18 years old is the minimum age to book accommodation as the primary guest (secondary guests can be under 18 if the primary guest is 18+). In other countries (and parts of the USA), the minimum age to book a guest house is 21 years old.

In this guide, we’ll cover guest house age restrictions.

I’ll explain how age restrictions apply to guest houses, how to stay in a guest house if you’re younger than the minimum age in your particular destination, plus how upper age limits may apply in some guest houses.

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Do Guest Houses Have Age Restrictions?



Many jurisdictions require guest houses (also spelled “guesthouses”) to follow the same rules as local hotels, which could include some age requirements. In most countries, the minimum age to book accommodation is 18. In other countries, and in parts of some (such as the USA), the minimum booking age is 21 years old.

So what does this mean for you?

If you’re 21 or older, you likely will not need to worry about being too young to book a guest house as the primary guest. If you’re between 18 and 21, and are unsure of the minimum booking age in a destination, just search “what is the minimum age to book a guest house in (your destination)” on Google.

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How To Stay In A Guest House If You’re Under The Minimum Age

If you’re too young to book a guest house stay in your particular destination, your next best option is to be a secondary guest on a booking made by someone who does meet the age requirement. In most cases, if you check in with someone who meets the minimum age, you can accompany them as a secondary guest.

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Do Guest Houses Have Upper Age Limits?

A guest house could impose a maximum age limit to keep its guest demographic within a certain age range. This is more common in youth hostels, though some guest houses are similar to hostels in atmosphere (like offering dorm beds in addition to their private rooms and by focusing on offering lower nightly rates, etc.).

If a guest house has an upper-age limit, this should be clearly outlined for potential guests to see on listings. If not, the host should notify their guests that they’re too old prior to confirming or accepting the booking. Always read a listing’s full description before booking.

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Conclusion

Hopefully you found this guide helpful.

Guest houses are an affordable, unique and accessible type of accommodation. Age restrictions won’t be an issue for most travelers, regardless of destination. But if you’re under 21, it’s worth checking to see if there’s a minimum age in your destination. To learn more about guest houses, explore our other guides below.

Enjoy your travels!

How To Find Great Deals On Guest Houses

Agoda.com is a great place to book a guest house online. You’ll find properties for groups, solo travelers, couples and families. For today’s deals on guest houses in your destination, click here. If you’ve never stayed in a guest house before and just prefer a step-by-step guide showing you how to find and book your ideal stay, follow our Guest House Booking Guide.

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Taz Zaidi [Author]
Taz Zaidi [Author]

Taz Zaidi is an American travel writer and the founder/creator of TRVLGUIDES.com. Connect with him on Instagram (@tazzaidi) or on his personal website, at tazzaidi.com.

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