Homestay Grading Checklist
Tick what your homestay already has across six areas to get a self-assessment score, a likely grade band and a printable list of gaps to fix.
How to use the free Homestay Grading Checklist
- Fill in your details in the fields above – hotel name, dates and the other details you need.
- Tap the button to create the document instantly. Edit any field and generate again.
- Copy, print or save the result and use it in your daily or monthly review.
This Homestay Grading Checklist runs fully in your browser on mobile or desktop – no sign-up and nothing is uploaded. Free homestay grading checklist with 32 items across rooms, bathroom, hygiene, safety, host and local experience. Get a score, grade band and gaps list.
Why grade your own homestay
Guests compare homestays on photos and reviews, and several state tourism departments grade registered homestays into categories after an inspection. Whether or not you apply for an official category, checking your property against a clear list shows exactly what a guest will notice first: a hard mattress, no hot water, a missing first-aid kit or a host who cannot be reached at night. This checklist has 32 practical items in six areas, so you can find gaps before a guest or an inspector does.
How the score works
- 85% and above: Gold-style band. The property is well run in almost every area.
- 65% to 84%: Silver-style band. Good basics with some gaps in comfort or experience.
- 40% to 64%: Basic band. Fix the gaps before raising rates.
- Below 40%: Needs work before you take more bookings.
Some items are marked essential: fire extinguisher, first-aid kit, emergency numbers, guest register, a reachable host, safe drinking water and fresh linen for every guest. If any of these is missing, the band is held at Basic, however high the score. The bands are a self-assessment and are not an official grading.
The six areas
- Rooms: sleep quality, storage, lighting, blackout curtains and Wi-Fi.
- Bathroom: water supply, hot water, toiletries and safety from slips.
- Hygiene: cleaning routine, pest control, drinking water and kitchen hygiene.
- Safety: fire, first aid, emergency contacts, locks, lighting and guest records.
- Host and services: availability, directions, meals, house rules and easy payment.
- Local experience: food, walks, local knowledge and time with the family, which is why many guests choose a homestay over a hotel.
Fix the gaps
Print the gaps list and give each item an owner and a date. Cleaning gaps are easier to close with a routine from the homestay cleaning checklist, and clear rules for guests can be written with the house rules generator. For an official category, check the current criteria with your state tourism department, because they differ between states.
Frequently asked questions
Is this an official homestay grading?
No. The score and bands are a self-assessment to help you improve. Official categories, where they exist, are given by the state tourism department after its own inspection and criteria.
Why does the grade stay at Basic even with a high score?
If an essential item such as a fire extinguisher, first-aid kit or reachable host is missing, the band is held at Basic. Safety and basic care matter more than extra comforts.
How often should I repeat the checklist?
Run it before each season and after any renovation, and again whenever reviews mention the same problem twice. Keep the printed reports to track progress.
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