Hotel and hospitality Security has special needs that are not present in other situations. Not only do guards have to monitor areas such as parking lots, but lobbies and other areas must also be guarded against theft. Guests routinely leave a bag or two behind when checking in, providing an excellent opportunity for thieves to grab something and attempt a quick getaway. These days, you can never be sure that things will go as planned, so having a security guard on duty is always a good strategy.