Journal of Engineering, Project, and Production Management, 2026, 16(6), 2026-88
Formation of Homestay Clusters and Their Impact on Business Performance
1 Lecturer,
School of Management Science and Engineering, Guizhou University of
Finance and Economics, China, E-mail: liilianng@outlook.com
(corresponding author).
2 Postgraduate Student, School of
Management Science and Engineering, Guizhou University of Finance and
Economics, China
3 Postgraduate Student, School of
Management Science and Engineering, Guizhou University of Finance and
Economics, Guiyang, China
4 Professor, Guizhou Provincial Key
Laboratory of Information and Computing Science, Guizhou Normal
University, Guiyang, China
Project Management
Received January 21, 2026; revised April 16, 2026; accepted June 4, 2026
Available online June 12, 2026
Abstract: Based on cluster theory and service industry agglomeration perspectives, this study examines how homestay clusters form in Guizhou and how clustering affects operators business performance and competitiveness. Using a two-round Delphi process (n=9 experts), we identified three dimensions of cluster formation, including overall environment, homestay industry characteristics, and element conditions, and developed measurement items. Survey data from 120 Guizhou Tourism Homestay Association members were analyzed via factor analysis and regression models. Results indicate that cluster formation is positively associated with business performance and overall competitiveness (p < 0.05), and operator demographics (gender, age, education, and monthly income) are linked to significant differences in perceived performance and competitiveness. These findings provide evidence for resource integration and policy/managerial strategies to enhance homestay competitiveness in emerging destinations.
Keywords: Homestay, industrial clusters, business performance, Guizhou Province.
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Citation: Li, L., Chen, Q., Wan, L., and Dan, W. (2026). Formation of Homestay Clusters and Their Impact on Business Performance. Journal of Engineering, Project, and Production Management, 16(6), 2026-88.
