How much does it cost to open a B&B? Comprehensive analysis of investment costs and popular trends
In recent years, with the recovery of tourism and the growth of demand for personalized accommodation, opening B&Bs has become the choice of many entrepreneurs. However, the investment costs of B&Bs vary greatly and involve many factors such as site selection, decoration, and operation. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days, conduct a structured analysis of the budget structure for opening a B&B, and provide practical suggestions.
1. Recent hot topics and trends in the homestay industry

According to recent social media and industry platform data, the search volume for keywords such as "homestay business" and "low-cost renovation of old houses" has increased significantly. The following are related topics with high popularity in the past 10 days:
| hot topics | focus |
|---|---|
| “City B&B vs Country B&B” | Location cost and customer source differences |
| "Case Study of Renovation of Old Houses into B&B" | Low cost decoration solution |
| "B&B Certificate Application Process" | Policy Compliance Costs |
2. Analysis of the core costs of opening a B&B
B&B investment mainly includes early fixed costs and later operating expenses. The following is a typical budget structure (taking a small and medium-sized B&B with 10 rooms as an example):
| Project | Cost range (yuan) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| House rent/purchase | 5,000-50,000/month or 500,000-3 million | Rent is higher in urban core areas, and you can choose to own your own property in the countryside. |
| Decoration design | 100,000-500,000 | Simple decoration or theme style affects the cost |
| Furniture and appliances | 30,000-150,000 | Consider quality and durability |
| Document processing | 5,000-20,000 | Fire protection, health permits, etc. |
| Operation promotion | 10,000-50,000/year | Platform commission, self-media placement |
3. Practical suggestions for opening a B&B at low cost
1.Location flexibility: Rental costs in second- and third-tier cities or suburban areas can be reduced by 30%-60%.
2.Renovation instead of new construction: Renovate old houses and courtyards to save infrastructure costs.
3.Invest in stages: Some rooms will be opened for trial operation first, and investment will be gradually increased.
4.Asset-light cooperation: Sign a share agreement with the landlord to reduce initial stress.
4. Risk and return cycle prediction
The average return period of the homestay industry is 1.5-3 years, but it is significantly affected by seasonality. Note: -policy risk: Some cities have strict requirements for B&B licenses; -competitive pressure: Popular areas are highly homogeneous and need differentiated positioning; -operating costs: A budget needs to be set aside for hidden expenses such as cleaning and maintenance.
Conclusion
The total cost of opening a B&B can range from 100,000 yuan (a simple rural B&B) to several million yuan (a high-end urban B&B). It is recommended that entrepreneurs combine their own financial strength and local market research to give priority to models with low trial and error costs. Recently, innovative models such as “renovation of old objects” and “shared kitchens” have become very popular and deserve attention.
(Note: The above data are based on public industry cases and platform statistics, and specific investments need to be adjusted based on actual conditions.)
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