ADVISORY 2026 - 210

Written By Suneil Mark Aragon
 

TO: HRAP MEMBERS

DATE: February 20, 2026

RE: DOT SUSPENDS HOTEL STAR RATING INSPECTION

Dear Hotel Members, 

The Department of Tourism (DOT) has suspended all Star Rating Classification Assessments for accommodation establishments pending review of 2024 National Accommodation Standards (NAS. 

Please refer below, DOT ADVISORY dated February 13, 2026, for your guidance.

Thank you.

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