How Are Hotels Ranked?

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In the realm of travel and hospitality, few words are as captivating as “luxury resorts.”

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Hotel rankings generally range from one to five stars, with each star signifying a higher level of service, facilities, and overall quality.

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There are several ranking systems, but the two most widely recognized are the AAA Diamond Rating System and the Forbes Travel Guide Star Rating System.

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Forbes Travel Guide uses a star rating system. Their highly trained inspectors visit properties (also anonymously) and evaluate them based on up to 800 criteria.

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Several more respected sources provide regularly updated lists and rankings of top hotels.

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U.S. News & World Report publishes annual rankings of hotels in the USA and worldwide.

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Booking.com includes guest reviews and ratings. You can sort by “top reviewed” to see highly rated 4-star and 5-star hotels.

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Tripadvisor, known for its traveler reviews, provides hotel rankings. You can also filter this site for 4-star and 5-star hotels in specific locations.

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User reviews and experiences can provide additional, valuable insight into a hotel’s quality of service and accommodations.

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