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Getting your Establishment listed
How to join
Branding and Credibility
When GHASA members display our plaque and certificate, guests know they're staying in a professionally run, quality establishment.
Advertising & Marketing
- Our website is marketed nationally and internationally. We work constantly at Search Engine Optimisation to improve our presence on the World Wide Web.
- We attend hospitality exhibitions every year.
- We advertise in various publications.
Trade Discounts
We use our buying power to negotiate special deals with Preferred Suppliers. This list is growing!
Star grading
We are able to offer advice regarding Star Grading.   
Nedcor
Credit card commission discount. The most you'll pay is 2,5%. Ask us about the iVeri Voice system - it'll save you even more money!
SABC
TV business licence discount of 25%. (Conditions Apply)
B & B Sure
The only comprehensive insurance specifically designed for commercial guest houses. 15% discount off annual rate of most sections. 
Budget Car Rental & e-carz
Great rates and referral commission.
Fintour
For special advice regarding government grants available to the tourism industry.
DH Management Services
For all your Liquor Licence requirements.
Personalised Promotions
Marketing, design and print company which provides the full range of promotional material required for any successful business. 10% Discount
Nightsbridge
Immediate online bookings with real time availability. It really works!
iTravelto.com
Special rates with this IT company.
Welcome Tourism Services
Become part of their Free & Easy voucher system and stand to gain extra marketing itnernationally.
H2O
Suppliers of superior quality water, free from chemicals and contaminants that are so often found in our tap water.
Sealy Posturpedic Direct
Special prices for mattresses and beds, as well as other items such as linen, applicances, etc.
Outdoor Lifestyle
Looking for good quality outdoor furniture? This company has some wonderful products.
Inn-Addition
This business deals with many different suppliers to guest houses, so if you're looking for tea/coffee trays, tissues boxes, hangers, linen, towels and much more, contact them. 
Jeeves Heated Towel Rails
Discounted rates to GHASA members.
Simmons
Beautyrest Hotel beds - special discounted rates for GHASA members.
Towel & Linen Distributors (Pty) Ltd
Our mission is to supply the hospitality industry with the best quality products at the best possible prices to anywhere in Southern Africa and beyond.
New Vision training
THETA Accredited. For all on-site staff training needs. 10% Discount to GHASA members.
Miss Lyn:
Manufacturer and Supplier of Export Quality Linens. 5% discount to GHASA members.
Communication & Support
- For assistance or advice, GHASA is a mere call or e-mail away.
- Our regular Newsletters, Snippets and Fraud Alerts ensure that you're kept up to date with tourism issues.
- Network meetings are held on a regular basis to discuss matters of mutual interest.
- Communication is vital to GHASA. We encourage members to offer feedback or make suggestions as to how we can work even closer together to enhance our working partnership.
Affiliations
- GHASA is a member of SATSA (South African Tourism Services Association).
- We work closely with various tourism bodies and are therefore able to keep abreast of tourism industry news.
GHASA Reservations
- As a member, you automatically become part of our Reservation System.
- Guests are able to book directly through our office (telephonically or e-mail) or via our website.
- GHASA is used by the travel industry as well as members of the public and although we cannot guarantee heads in beds for every member, we certainly do our best!
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PLEASE NOTE:  GHASA cannot guarantee that rates quoted on this site are correct & up to date.  We do remind our members to advise us of rate changes, but cannot be held repsonsible in the event that they fail to do so.

Please take a moment to complete our preliminary online form and we shall be in touch with you shortly.  
 
Costs Involved
Sign on Fee
R650 - once off fee
Plaque Cost
R450.00 - once off / optional fee
Annual Fee
R220.00 per en-suite bedroom/self-catering unit
with a maximum charge of R1320 if your establishment has more than 6 en-suite bedrooms/self-catering units and a minimum charge of R550.00.
Looking to open your own establishment? Let us assist you
 
Code of Conduct

Ghasa members maintain a high standard of cleanliness, hygiene and comfort.

They maintain a high standard of courtesy and hospitality. Guests are advised of what is included in the price quoted and provide details of any additional charges, e.g., dinner, telephone, laundry, etc., and then to adhere to the prices quoted.

Guests receive and then confirm by signature that they understand and ackhowledge the Establishment's cancellation policy and pricing structure.

Credit card transactions must have the card holder's signature in writing or via internet e-mail note confirming valid authorization for debiting any prospective guests' accounts.

Enquiries, reservations, correspondence and complaints from guests, agents, etc., are dealth with promptly and courteously.

All employees dealing with guests must be similarly trained.

Establishment owners should ensure the safety of guests and their possessions within the bounds of legal liability. All establishments must have liability cover.

Right of admission must not discriminate against any guest in an unfair manner.

Our members exercise mutual respect and good working/networking relationships with fellow GHASA members, supporting one another first with forward bookings for guests leaving your area.

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Minimum requirements for GHASA membership

 

GHASA welcomes accommodation establishments that we deem to be operating on a professional & commercial basis.   Whilst it is not our intention to be prescriptive, we do have a few important minimum entry requirements, as listed below:

·         Members must adhere to our Code of Conduct

·         All bedrooms in Guest Houses or B&B’s must have an en-suite or dedicated bathroom per room or suite

·         All properties must have adequate management systems in place

·         All members must ensure they have correct Public Liability Insurance in place

·         The following documents must be in place:  Indemnity; Cancellation; Guest Registration (we provide members with these)

·         All TV’s must be separately licenced, in accordance with SABC’s legal requirements.  We’ll assist members with this

·         Municipal regulations:  Whilst GHASA is not responsible for enforcing zoning requirements, we strongly advise all members comply

·         Members must be contactable via telephone as well as email

·         Members’ properties must be correctly secured to ensure guests’ safety

 

Please note:  We are unfortunately unable accept camp & caravan sites, backpackers & large hotels as members.