Before looking into the history of the hotel industry, it is important to recognise what a hotel is. A hotel is defined as an establishment providing accommodation, meals, and … See more

Hotels go back to ancient times. Not in the way we know them, but right back to the early days of civilisation. In those days there were places where you could exchange … See more

The history of hotels is a slow one. During the middles ages inns and staging posts were established as rest spots for travellers, while abbeys and cloisters also offered plac… See more

The hotel industry as we know it started around the fifteenth century. In Franceand England, laws were introduced that meant inn keepers and hotel owners must keep a guest regist… See more