Kenya steps up classifying hotels in 16 counties to boost tourism

Pride Inn Paradise Beach Resort and Spa in Shanzu Mombasa County attained the five-star status rating to become Mombasa's only 5-star hotel after an exercise by the Tourism Regulatory Authority.

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The Tourism Regulatory Authority (TRA) is stepping up the nationwide classification of all tourism facilities and establishments, including hotels, with the latest exercise now targeting 16 counties.

The rating will offer guidance to visitors on the level of quality of services they can expect from an establishment.

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