How long should a house guest stay?
How long should a house guest stay? Make your visit short and sweet. Generally keep your visit to no more than three nights. Bring your own toiletries. Make your bed and clean up after yourself.
What is the 3 day rule for house guests?
Lonely Planet co-founder Tony Wheeler was one of the first to offer a rule for house guests: “The oldest line is still the best – guests and fish begin to smell after three days. Or, like fish, guests should go off after three days.” There you have it – Rule #1: Three days max, even for family.