Hospitality

Guest Advance Deposit (Booking)

Recording a cash deposit received from a guest for a future stay.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Cash / BankAsset (+)200.00-
Guest Ledger: Advance DepositsLiability (+)-200.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Until the guest actually stays, the money is a liability. It is held in the 'Guest Ledger' (or City Ledger) until check-in.

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