The analysis, made on the rural guesthouses from the historical Maramureș, brings in front new and interesting aspects. Rural tourism started a development process in Romania after 2006. If in 2005 in Romania were just 956 guesthouses, in 2006 the number reached 1259 (Turismul României, Breviar Statistic 2007). A contribution to this figure has also historical Maramureș were the majority of the guesthouses opened after 2006. The main reason for starting the business was that owners had a property in this area. The majority of analysed guesthouses have three daisies. Both Romanian and foreign tourists come in historical Maramureș to relax and to eat traditional food. In this respect, two elements come to complete the offer: atmosphere and design elements. Because of the length of staying additional services are required: interaction with local population, local traditions and habits etc.