It consists of all types of accommodations other than the convention type, it may be described as premises that provide accommodation but not the other services which are provided by the hotels. The main distinctive features of supplementary accommodations are:
- Standard of comfort is modest as compared to that of a hotel,
- They can sell accommodation at a very low price,
- There are an informal atmosphere and freedom regarding dress code.
Supplementary accommodation plays a very important role in the total available tourist accommodation in a country; it caters to both the international and domestic tourist traffic.
Types of supplementary accommodations are:
- Dharamshalas or sarai,
- Dak bungalows,
- Youth hostel,
- Dormitories,
- Sanatoria,
- Paying guest accommodation,
- Tourist bungalow etc.
Dak Bungalow in Himachal
A dormitory in Jaipur