In the context of certain hotels, e.g. inns, it is someone who books sleeping accommodation. The innkeeper becomes strictly liable for loss or damage to the property of a guest subject to the limitations introduced by the Hotel Proprietors Act 1956.

Property and effects belonging to, or the responsibility to guests, i.e. persons staying overnight at hotels and similar establishments. The proprietor of the establishment can insure the effects under a material damage policy or his legal liability for loss or damage.