allotjament

Allotjament is a Catalan term meaning lodging or accommodation. In tourism and hospitality, it describes a place or arrangement that allows a person to stay temporarily, typically overnight or for short periods, whether in a city, coastal area, or rural setting.

It covers a broad range of arrangements, including hotels, hostels, apartments for rent, holiday homes, rural houses, bed and breakfasts, guest houses, camping sites, and private rooms offered directly by providers or through platforms.

Regulation and standards for allotjament vary by jurisdiction but commonly involve licensing or registration, safety and hygiene requirements, tax rules, and consumer protection obligations. Providers may be classified or categorized by quality schemes. In Catalan-speaking regions and parts of Spain, the term often appears as "allotjament turístic", with official registries or codes used for compliance and tourism statistics.

Economic and social roles include supporting tourism, enabling travelers to access diverse accommodation and facilitating local employment and small business activity. The sector is sensitive to seasonal demand, pricing policies, and broader housing-market trends, and may be integrated with sustainable tourism strategies.

Efforts to improve sustainability and accessibility are common among allotjament providers, including energy efficiency, waste reduction, water conservation, accessible design, and transparent booking practices on digital platforms.