About STAR Ratings

The Australian STAR Rating Scheme has ten accommodation Categories – each one based on a different set of Standards relevant to the unique features it offers.

As a basic guide, STARS one to five can be generally understood to mean the following:

	Outstanding establishments characterised by luxury appointments offering an exceptional standard of facilities, furnishings and guest services
	Very well appointed accommodation reflecting stylish décor throughout and a high standard of facilities, furnishings and guest services
	Well appointed and comfortable accommodation providing an emphasis on style with a good range of facilities and furnishings
	Basic accommodation with clean and reasonably well maintained range of facilities
	Very simple and clean, no-frills style accommodation with limited room facilities and often a shared bathroom

A half STAR is awarded to properties that provide a more extensive range of facilities