26 ‘Bed and Breakfast’ properties approved in 2024

In 2024, the Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) conditionally approved 26 Bed and Breakfast properties, Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce Oneidge Walrond has revealed.

She was speaking at her end-of-year press conference at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre, Liliendaal.

Minister Walrond noted how these facilities continue to contribute to unique and personalised experiences for persons visiting Guyana, as the country expands its accommodation options.

“The Bread and Breakfast sector is playing a critical role in complementing the operations of major hotels, while offering unique, personalised experiences. Most of these are owned by persons who put an attachment to their house so you get that individual experience,” she expressed.

Through this facility, Minister Waldron continued that the visitor gets to experience Guyana’s culture, hospitality and charm making it a vital component of the overall tourism strategy.

“And you can see how this benefits the ordinary Guyanese,” she pointed out.

“We continue to actively work with private property owners to expand and enhance the Bed and Breakfast options across the country and this is not just in Georgetown but in every single region,” she added.

She said technical support, guidance and resources are offered to these property owners through the GTA regarding the internationally recognised standards that they should maintain.