How Hotels gets Star

Stars Ratings is a way of rating system by the Department

of Tourism in every Country to evaluate the features and services
available at a hotel to help guests choose the best hotel for their
stay and budget for customers would know what to expect every time they stay at
a hotel.

What Is a 1 Star Hotel?

A 1-star hotel is a hotel that only provides the bare necessities for a night’s stay,
such as a bed and a bathroom. You can expect limited Amenities and minimal service
from the staff.

Existing:
El Salvador Lodging, Calbayog City
ANM Pensione, Calbayog City
Maine City Residence, Malate Manila

1 Star Hotel Characteristics

 Limited (bed and bathroom)
 Lobby or hallway
1 Star Hotel Benefits
 Cost-effective
 Comfortable room and bed
 Provide for basic needs

What Is a 2 Star Hotel?

A 2-star hotel offers the basic necessities of a bed and bathroom in each room
and may offer some limited Amenities, like a television, phone, and closet. There may
also be 24-hour front desk services, along with daily housekeeping and a self-serve
dining option at the hotel, such as a continental breakfast.

When we say “Continental Breakfast” is a light meal typically consisting of

pastries and baked goods, fruits, toast, and coffee.

Existing:
Mega Tower Residence, Baguio City
Sky Park Pensione, Cebu City

2 Star Hotel Characteristics

 In-room television and phone
 Clothing racks or closet
 Self-serve dining and snacks
 Daily housekeeping
 24-hours reception desk
 Billed Wi-Fi
2 Star Hotel Benefits
 Affordable
 Comfortable lodgings
 Loyalty programs (reward vouchers)

The difference between a 1-star hotel and a 2-star hotel is that 2-star hotels are part
of a hotel brand chain so they are better known and typically have more customer
reviews.

What Is a 3 Star Hotel?

A 3-star hotel offers a balance between affordability and Amenities. They are
generally the mid-tier option of upscale hotel chains, focusing on style along with
comfort.

Rooms are often spacious with a couch or comfy chair, a desk, closet, phone,
alarm clock, and flat-screen TV that features extended cable packages. These hotels
can also offer on-site Amenities, such as free Wi-Fi, a gym, pool, and dining facilities for
breakfast.

Existing:
Hotel Lucky Chinatown, Binondo, Manila
Summit Hotel, Tacloban City
Hotel XYZ, Tacloban, Leyte

3 Star Hotel Characteristics

 Spacious rooms
 Shower with a tub
 Couch or comfy chair
 Desk
 Closet and dresser
 Phone and alarm clock
 Flat-screen TV with cable
 Pool
 Fitness Center
 Business services
3 Star Hotel Benefits
 Quality service for mid-range pricing
 Stylish and comfortable rooms
 Easy to get to tourist attractions
 Exercise options, such as a pool and gym

2 Star vs 3 Star Hotel

The difference between a 2-star hotel and 3-star hotel is the Amenities provided.
While a 2-star hotel will focus on the basics for a one-night stay, 3-star hotels focus
primarily on business travels and multi-night stays.
What Is a 4 Star Hotel?
A 4-star hotel is an upscale hotel that provides Amenities, activities, and extras to
create a full experience for multi-night stays. These facilities are often large and located
in touristic areas, such as near beaches or major cities.
4-star hotels may also have indoor and outdoor pools, spas, tennis and basketball
courts, workout classes led by instructors, movie nights, and live music.
Rooms in 4-star hotels are spacious and comfortable, with king-sized soft
mattresses. Along with a desk with a premium furnishing, they may also include a safe,
bathrobes, slippers, large flat-screen TV

Existing:
Hotel Okura Manila, Newport City, Pasay
South Palms Resort Panglao, Dumaluan Beach, Panglao
The Bellevue Manila, Alabang, Muntinlupa City
4 Star Hotel Characteristics
 Spacious rooms
 Large beds with premium bedding
 Shower and separate whirlpool tub
 Room safe
 On-site activities (exercise classes)
 On-site restaurants and room service
 Indoor and outdoor pools
 Fitness center, basketball court, and tennis court
 Hot tubs
 Spas
 Staff Services (concierge, valet parking, and bellhops)
4 Star Hotel Benefits
 A full upscale experience
 Location for rest and relaxation
 Entertainment and food options right on sight making the need to leave the
premise minimal

3 Star vs 4 Star Hotel

The difference between a 3-star hotel and 4-star hotel is the 3-star hotels offer
some fitness selections like a pool and gym, a 4-star hotel provides options such as
pools, spas, and fitness classes.

(Generally speaking, 3-star hotels are about comfort, while 4-star hotels are
about relaxation.)
What Is a 5 Star Hotel?
A 5-star hotel is a hotel that provides a luxurious experience and high-end
accommodations. Five-star hotels are known to be some of the most glamorous
hospitality locations in the world due to the level of service they provide. Some of the
services guests may find at a 5-star hotel include a personal butler, doorman,
designated concierge, around-the-clock room service, valet parking, spas with trained
masseuses, gyms with personal trainers, live entertainment, and even child care.

Valet Parking- is a parking service that operates at places such as hotels and
restaurants, in which customers' cars are parked by an attendant.

Masseuse- women who provides massage professionally

Guests can choose from an assortment of heated pools and hot tubs, saunas,
dance halls, golf courses, and game rooms for their entertainment.

Existing:
Grand Hyatt Manila, BGC
Shangri-La Boracay, Boracay Island
Hennan Garden Resort, Station 2, Balabag

5 Star Hotel Characteristics

 Elegant rooms with living rooms, kitchens, and patios
 In-room jacuzzi
 Designer linens and bathrobes
 Golf courses
 Spas with nail and hair salons, massage options, and facials
 Pools, hot tubs, steam rooms, and saunas
 Top-of-the-line fitness center and coaches
 Premium staff service (doorman, butler, personal concierge, valet, child care)
 On-site gourmet restaurants and bars
 Various entertainment options

5 Star Hotel Benefits

 Luxurious and glamorous experience
 Full-service attention and pampering
 Desires catered for Highest standard of comfort and relaxation

4 Star vs 5 Star Hotel

The difference between a 4-star hotel and 5-star hotel is providing their guests
their needs and desires catered for by dutiful employees that help customize the stay to
the customer’s wishes.

Existing 7-star hotel

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