The Benchmark of Excellence for Hotels & Venues
Meetings Star Certification
What is Meetings Star Certification?
Meetings Star certification is the leading quality standard for hotels and venues in the meetings industry. It is awarded based on a rigorous, transparent, and data-driven evaluation process ensuring that certified venues meet the highest standards for event excellence.
With 17 years of expertise, we assess venues using a methodology with 681 criteria and hidden guest evaluation, providing event organisers with a trusted reference for selecting top venues.
The Meetings Star certification showcases committment to exceptional service, sustainability, and world-class event experiences. All this helped it become a mark of quality and credibility.
Why Trust Meetings Star?
For nearly two decades, Meetings Star has set the gold standard in venue evaluation. Event planners and venue managers across Europe recognise our rigorous, unbiased methodology.
Get Certified!
The Meetings Star certification positions your venue among the most trusted and recognized in the business events industry.
The certification process
We follow a three-step process to ensure an accurate and fair assessment of each venue.
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Self-assessment
The venue completes an evaluation matrix covering all aspects of its operations. -
Visit by a hidden guest
An anonymous industry expert assesses the venue’s service, facilities, and operations. -
Final score & report
The venue receives a detailed report with a final certification rating.+ Optional Upgrade: A consultation workshop to help improve your venue’s event-readiness.
Certification Levels
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Final Score: 4.81–5.00
Excellence in every category
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Final Score: 4.61–4.80
Exceptional service and high standards
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Final Score: 4.41–4.60
Outstanding quality, above industry average
Meetings Star Guide 2024/2025
A handpicked selection of top hotels and venues that stand out in our region. A guide that helps you to pick your perfect next destination.
Commitment to Sustainability
Sustainability is a key part of our evaluation process.
We assess:
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Eco-conscious operations – Energy efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable F&B practices.
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Ethical hospitality – Employee well-being, diversity, and fair business practices.
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Event sustainability – Green meetings standards & carbon footprint management.
The Meetings Star certification helps venues improve their sustainability practices while maintaining high-quality service.
Supported by the Planet Positive Event methodology.
