One Standard. Five Levels of Excellence.
Our 5-Star Rating system is the benchmark for luxury hospitality. Earned, not bought. Trusted by travellers. Respected by the industry.
The Gallivant Africa 5-Star Rating System
Our ratings reflect overall excellence across hundreds of exacting standards. From guest experience to service, quality and consistency — every detail matters.
1 Star
GoodMeets essential requirements with consistent quality and service for the category.
2 Stars
Very GoodAbove average in many areas with a solid level of service and quality.
3 Stars
Very Good to ExcellentStrong performance across key areas with notable attention to detail.
4 Stars
ExcellentConsistently high standards with exceptional service and attention to detail.
5 Stars
ExceptionalOutstanding and extraordinary. The very best in the world.
How We Rate
Every property, restaurant, spa or airline is inspected in person by our professional inspectors, who visit anonymously as typical guests.
Our Rating Process1. Anonymous Visit
Inspectors experience the property or service just like any other guest.
2. Detailed Assessment
Hundreds of standards are evaluated across key categories.
3. Scoring & Review
Scores are verified by our quality assurance team for accuracy and consistency.
4. Final Rating
Only those that meet our rigorous criteria earn their Gallivant Africa Star Rating.
We Rate Across Four Categories
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Gallivant Africa sets the standard for 5-star luxury across Africa and beyond. Our ratings help travellers choose with confidence and inspire businesses to reach even higher.
Why Our Ratings Matter- IndependentNo affiliation. No influence.
- TransparentClear criteria. Rigorous process.
- RespectedGlobal recognition. Industry trusted.
- UncompromisingNo one can buy a rating.
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