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Hotel Ratings

Mobil Star Rating for Hotels/Motels:

Mobil Travel Guide recognizes the individualized nature of many different types of lodging establishments, such as bed-and-breakfasts, limited service inns, guest ranches and other unique hotel properties.

One-Star
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Establishment is a limited service Hotel/Motel that is considered a clean, comfortable and reliable establishment.
Two-Star
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Establishment is a Hotel/Resort that is considered a clean, comfortable and reliable establishment, but also has expanded amenities, such as a full-service Restaurant on the property.
Three-Star
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Establishment is a Hotel/Resort which is well-appointed, with a full-service Restaurant and expanded amenities, such as, but not limited to: fitness center, golf course, tennis courts, 24-hour room service, and optional turndown service.
Four-Star
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Establishment is a Hotel/Resort/Inn which provides a luxury experience with expanded amenities in a distinctive environment. Services may include, but are not limited to: automatic turndown service, 24 hour room service, and valet parking.
Five-Star
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Establishment provides consistently superlative service in an exceptionally distinctive luxury environment with expanded services. Attention to detail is evident throughout the Hotel/Resort/Inn from the bed linens to staff uniforms.

AAA Diamond Rating for Hotels/Motels:

AAA Diamond ratings for hotels represent a combination of the overall quality, range of facilities, and level of services offered by the property. The descriptive ratings are assigned exclusively to properties that meet and uphold AAA’s rigorous quality standards - AAA Approved lodgings.

One Diamond
Diamond Rating
Properties appeal to the budget-minded traveler. They provide essential, no-frills accommodations. They meet the basic requirements pertaining to comfort, cleanliness and hospitality.
Two Diamond
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Properties appeal to the traveler seeking more than basic accommodations. They provide modest enhancements to the overall physical attributes, design elements and amenities of the facility, typically at a moderate price.
Three Diamond
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Properties appeal to the traveler with comprehensive needs. Properties are multifaceted with a distinguished style, including marked upgrades in the quality of physical attributes, amenities and level of comfort provided.
Four Diamond
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Properties are upscale in all areas. Accommodations are progressively more refined and stylish. The physical attributes reflect an obviously enhanced level of quality throughout. The fundamental hallmarks at this level include an extensive array of amenities combined with a high degree of hospitality, service and attention to detail.
Five Diamond
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Properties reflect the characteristics of the ultimate in luxury and sophistication. Accommodations are first class. The physical attributes are extraordinary in every manner. The fundamental hallmarks at this level are providing meticulous service, exceeding guest expectations, and maintaining impeccable standards of excellence. Many personalized services and amenities provide an unmatched level of comfort.

GDS Hotel Ratings

Tourist
Class
Basic and functional accommodation
Suitable for clients or groups on a budget
Limited public areas, food service and facilities
Standard
Class
Dependable and comfortable hotel
Suitable for the average business or pleasure traveler
Limited public areas, food service and facilities
Moderate room sizes
Breakfast in small, informal restaurant
First
Class
Exceptionally comfortable hotel
Suitable for demanding business clients
Superior standard of service, facilities, and public areas
Generous room sizes
Modern hotel, or outstandingly well-maintained older hotel
May have a superior executive floor
Luxury
Class
Prestigious hotel with a well-known name
Highest standards of service, accommodation, and facilities
Among the world’s best hotels
 
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