Star rating for tourist accommodation
COFRAC-accredited body, nationwide competence
Accreditation nos. 3-1146 · 3-1801 · Scopes available at cofrac.fr (opens in a new tab)
Meublé de tourisme
3 stars — Very good comfort
One inspection body. Every kind of stay.
Star rating is an official process based on criteria published in the French Official Journal. It is granted on the basis of an inspection certificate issued by an accredited body.
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Star rating for furnished holiday rentals
Furnished villas, apartments or studios let to short-stay guests.
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Star rating for hotels
1 to 3 stars, and 4 to 5 stars with a mystery visit, anywhere in France.
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Star rating for campsites and natural camping areas
1 to 5 stars, holiday parks and natural camping areas.
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Star rating for tourist residences
1 to 5 stars, anywhere in France.
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Star rating for holiday villages
Independent or part of a network, anywhere in France.
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B&B assessment
Assessment visits for labels and local organisations.
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Funeral facilities
Hearses and body transport vehicles, funeral homes and crematoria: our inspection reports support your prefectural authorisation.
Learn moreHow a star rating works
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You contact us
You are free to choose any accredited body. We reply within 48 hours with a price suited to your property.
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We inspect
An inspector checks every criterion of the official grid on site, impartially and rigorously.
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You receive the certificate
Within a month: inspection report, completed grid and a proposed rating decision.
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Your rating is granted
Unless you decline within fifteen days, the rating is granted for five years.
COFRAC accredited
Choosing an accredited body is a mark of quality.
Whether voluntary or required by law, accreditation assesses and recognises the technical competence and impartiality of conformity assessment bodies.
Accreditation nos. 3-1146 · 3-1801
Why get your holiday rental rated?
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A 50% tax allowance
On income up to €77,000 (2025 threshold), versus 30% and €15,000 for an unrated rental.
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A fixed tourist tax
A flat amount per adult per night instead of a 1% to 5% percentage.
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More visibility
Listing by tourist offices and an official plaque recognised by the French State.
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Holiday vouchers
You can join the ANCV scheme and appear in its national guide.
Experienced inspectors, close to you.
Most of our inspectors come from the tourism industry. They work across mainland France and on Réunion Island.
Planning a star rating?
Tell us about your property. We reply within 48 hours.