Thursday, February 17, 2011

Star Ratings of Hotels

How do you know that a particular hotel has the facilities you require? Of course it is star rating. It is not only hotels in India but also hotels across the world that are star-rated. A two star hotel will have fewer facilities compared to higher star hotels. And higher the rating, the more sophisticated and advanced will be the facilities and services. The tariff goes higher too. On an average, if you stay in any of the budget hotels in India that are low-starred, the tariff ranges from Rs. 500 to Rs. 2000. For four star or five star hotels in India encompassing hotels in New Delhi, hotels in Bangalore, and those of other cities, the tariff may go as high as Rs. 10,000 or even more. It all depends on which suite you prefer to book. The suites are more expensive than the rooms.
So, if you are looking for hotels in New Delhi or hotels in Bangalore, just go online and consider the star rating while searching online. You can even view the images and the strategic location. Well, there are no standardized star rating systems. The facilities offered in four star hotels may be almost equivalent to those offered in five star hotels. There are also hidden charges added to the tariff such as service tax, etc.
At counted few five star hotels in India including hotels in Bangalore and hotels in New Delhi, you may avail exclusive facilities such as private air carrier services, golf playing conveniences, facilities for playing tennis, and the list goes on. Common facilities offered include gymnasium, swimming pool, conference room, banquet halls, board rooms, in-house restaurants serving multi-cuisines, and more. Experiencing a stay in a home away from home is facilitated in such hotels that have maintained a track record of offering the same.
You may not easily get an accommodation in your preferred hotel if you go for current bookings. It will be wise on your part to book your hotel in advance. And you do gain a competitive advantage given the discounts that you will avail.

4 comments:

  1. It really depends, I have been in 3 star hotels that looks like 5 stay and offer the same amenities and of course the opposite.

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  2. Depending on the location, there are some very good hotels in India which are really upmarket, very clean and the staff is very nice.

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  3. I personally never look at the stars, but usually at testimonials and hotel review websites which really represent why to select particular hotel.

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  4. Most of the times, I don't really looks at the star ratings, of course I look at suitable location, price and amenities, however most important for me is to see positive guest reviews.

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