README

# Hotel Management System

This repository contains a Hotel Management System designed to streamline various operations within a hotel, including room bookings, guest management, billing, and more. The system offers a user-friendly interface for both hotel staff and guests, making it easier to manage reservations, track room availability, and handle billing efficiently.

Features:

Room Booking: Easily book rooms based on availability, room type, and guest preferences.
Guest Management: Maintain a database of guest information, including personal details, booking history, and preferences.
Billing System: Generate bills, process payments, and manage invoices seamlessly.
Room Availability: Real-time tracking of room availability, making it easier to manage reservations and avoid overbooking.
Reporting: Generate various reports such as occupancy rates, revenue, and guest feedback to make informed decisions.
User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive UI design for easy navigation and efficient use by hotel staff and guests alike.
Requirements
Python 3.x
Django framework
PostgreSQL database

## Setup Instructions

### 1. Download & Install XAMPP
- Download XAMPP from [here](https://www.apachefriends.org/index.html).
- Install XAMPP in C:\xampp (default installation directory).

### 2. Clone Repository
- Clone this repository into C:\xampp\htdocs 

Replace your-username with your actual GitHub username if you forked the repository.

### 3. Start XAMPP
- Run XAMPP control panel.
- Start "Apache" and "MySQL" services.

### 4. Database Setup
- Open your web browser and navigate to localhost/phpmyadmin/.
- Click on "New" in the sidebar to create a new database.
- Name the database HOTELMANEGEMENT.
- After creating the database, click on the Import tab.
- Choose the file HOTEL.sql from the cloned repository and click on "Go" to import.

### 5. Access the Application
- Open your web browser and go to http://localhost/Hotel-Management-System/.
- Register a new account and then log in to start using the Hotel Management System.