From August 1999 a new rating system for Hotels and Guest Accommodation has been operating in Italy. The Italian Tourism Council, have developed a new system for rating serviced accommodation based on the quality and the range of services. There are two categories – Hotels, including townhouses, and Guest Accommodation, which includes bed and breakfasts, guesthouses, inns and farmhouses.

Hotels are divided in stars, where 5 is the best and 1 is the cheapest

Farmhouse are also divided in spighe, where 5 are ..........

Campings have also stars

Apartments, B&B and private villas are not classified because they are not included in registry.

Travel Accommodation establishments are also visited by Quality Assurance assessors to ensure that they meet or exceed minimum standards. Establishments which participate in the rating system are awarded the designator Travel Accommodation