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Below is a guide to the Qualmark star grading system and accommodation categories.

The Qualmark star grading system, which is the official star grading system in New Zealand, can help you choose the type of accommodation you are looking for, in the style that suits you - from holiday parks to hotels to backpackers and a range of other kinds of accommodation.

Accommodation providers are assessed on criteria specific to their category - so you will find a range of star grades within each accommodation category. The system has been developed for you, the traveller, so you can book and buy with confidence.

Star Grading Chart

The star grading system is used for all Qualmark accommodation categories (except for Exclusive).

Qualmark accommodation categories

Every accommodation provider on this website has undergone a rigorous assessment and licensing process to become part of the Qualmark licensing system. They'll meet your essential requirements of cleanliness, safety, security and comfort; and offer a range and quality of services appropriate to their star grade.

For information on each of the Qualmark accommodation categories, click on 'Places to stay' above

Choosing accommodation that suits you is easy. Below is information on each of the Qualmark accommodation categories.

	Backpackers including budget hotels and hostels.		Exclusive including intimate and highly individual establishments which offer the finest of locations, facilities, activites and service.

	Guest & hosted including farm/home stays, bed & breakfasts, inns, lodges and heritage homes.		Holiday home including individual holiday homes and multiple properties

	Holiday parks incuding camping grounds, motor camps.		Hotels including all suite hotels and resorts.

	Self contained & serviced including motels, serviced apartments, serviced holiday cottages.		Student accommdation applies to tertiary-level student accommodations.