Classification criteria

Based on the facilities and quality of the accommodation provided Homestay units are classified into three categories.

They are:

1. Diamond Homestay
2. Gold Homestay
3. Silver Homestay

The Committee for classification/reclassification of Homestay units constituted by the Government for the purpose will visit the unit and if found satisfactory with the facilities, recommend the Department of Tourism for the classification/reclassification of the unit. The order of classification will be issued by the Director, Department of Tourism, Govt. of Kerala.

The validity for classification of homestays is for a period of three years.