Statutory accommodation
For providers who are required to register with Fáilte Ireland under the Tourist Traffic Acts. These include hotels, guesthouses, hostels, caravan and camping, holiday camps, and registered self-catering.
Quality assured accommodation
Quality assured accommodation sets national standards for tourist accommodation in Ireland. Some providers must register with Fáilte Ireland under the Tourist Traffic Acts, while others can choose voluntary approval. This builds consumer trust, strengthens quality and helps you grow your business.
Choose your pathway
Non-statutory accommodation
For providers who choose voluntary quality approval. Includes bed and breakfasts, historic houses and Welcome Standard stays.
The value of Quality assurance
- Why it mattersQuality assured accommodation ensures quality consistent standards, boosting Ireland's reputation for quality accommodation.
- Confidence for visitorsVisitors can confidently choose businesses that meet recognised standards.
- Clear standards for your businessQuality assured criteria set practical standards that enhance the visitor experiences.
- Stronger visibility and supportEligible to display the Quality Assured logo and signage, with increased visibility through DiscoverIreland.ie and Ireland.com to help your business grow.
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Toolkit and support
Criteria and information
Access criteria, information and guidance documents in one organised place.
Support and FAQs
Practical help, step-by-step guidance and answers to common queries from accommodation providers.
Legislation and regulatory information
View requirementsLegislation and regulation
Your statutory obligations for providing tourist accommodation in Ireland.
View public registersAccommodation registers and listings
The latest public registers and listings of quality assured tourist accommodation.