The Laguna Journal Lodging Diamond Rating System

The Laguna Journal raises the bar for area lodging in order to meet our high standards. Our highly respected system of Diamond rating is considered one of the best in the country by the lodging and hospitality industry. In order to meet our essential requirements based on guest expectations — cleanliness, comfort, security, and safety.

Properties that are approved are assigned a rating of one to five Diamonds Natural Blue Diamond Fancy Blue, One Diamond rating is simple, clean and with amenities. To a five Diamond rating which is a luxurious world class resort hotel with spa.

The Diamond ratings indicate the extensiveness of services, amenities, and décor provided.

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The Laguna Journals editors, reporters and guests write the Laguna Journal Lodging reviews and together determine the Diamond Natural Blue Diamond Fancy Bluerating given to each participant.