The Hotel Rating System
By
Aazdak Alisimo
In order to establish a basis
for comparison between different hotels, a rating system is used. When you have
a basic understanding of it, you can make the best selection.
Star ratings have been established for comparing
different hotels and giving patrons some idea what to expect in service, size,
and amenities at various hotels. The star system differs slightly from country
to country. There have been some attempts to standardize it world wide, but this
has not yet been done. Generally, the differences from place to place are small,
so understanding the hotel star ratings for one area will give you a good
general idea of what to expect anywhere.
The system is usually based on five stars with one
star being the lowest rating and five star the highest. A one star hotel is
usually two to four stories high and owned by a single proprietor. Their
furnishing and facilities are clean but simple. There is usually no restaurant
located in the hotel, but good dining is found nearby. The two star hotel is
similar, but usually part of a larger chain. The furnishings do not differ much
from a one star, but televisions are standard in the rooms. Some two star hotels
have limited dining facilities attached, but no bellhop or room service.
Three star hotels are considered first class hotels.
They will feature much more elaborate furnishings and an attached dining
facility serving from breakfast through dinner. They are located near major
attractions and are also part of a larger chain. The four star hotel is also
called a superior hotel. It features well furnished and well lit rooms. Bell
hop, room service, and valet parking are generally featured. The four star hotel
is often located near other similar hotels and has one or more pools plus
fitness centers. The dining room and room service offer several menu selections.
The five star hotel is a deluxe hotel. It offers
just about anything you would expect from a deluxe hotel. Large lobbies and
round the clock room service are expected. The rooms are large and well
appointed. Pools, several choices of dining and entertainment are often featured
as well. Although most five star hotels are part of large chains, some
independent hotels also merit the rating as they offer intimacy and personal
service not always available with chain hotels.
There are a couple of hotels located overseas that
are claiming six star or seven star ratings. Although this is considered simply
an advertising ploy, it can be assumed that these hotels will be both very fancy
and very expensive to justify their six or seven star claims. Although this is
just a basic guide, a rudimentary understanding of hotel star ratings will give
you an edge when planning your stays or reserving rooms.
Aazdak Alisimo writes about
hotel information for
http://www.HotelRoomsSite.com
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