At Hotel Star, we prioritize transparency in our affiliate marketing relationships, ensuring our discerning audience of luxury travelers receives unbiased and accurate information. Established in 2016, our mission is to verify whether star ratings match real quality, providing a trusted resource for those seeking exceptional accommodations. We participate in affiliate programs with reputable partners, including Marriott Bonvoy, Booking.com, and Hotels.com, which enables us to maintain our site and provide in-depth reviews.
Our unique approach involves re-auditing every five-star claim against verified guest photo evidence, allowing us to provide a more nuanced understanding of each hotel’s quality and amenities. This critical evaluation process sets us apart from other travel resources and ensures our recommendations are grounded in reality. We believe this transparency is essential in maintaining the trust of our audience and upholding the high standards of luxury travel journalism. Our affiliations with leading hotel chains and booking platforms do not influence our assessments, and we clearly indicate when a hotel has been reviewed in partnership with one of our affiliates.
For the sake of clarity, we disclose that we earn a commission from bookings made through our affiliate links. However, this does not impact our ratings or recommendations, which are based solely on our rigorous evaluation process. We urge our readers to always consult our reviews and verified guest photos before making a booking decision. A comprehensive list of our affiliate partners and a detailed explanation of our review process can be found on our Contact Us page, where you can also reach out to us with any questions or concerns regarding our Disclosure Policy or review methodology.