Furnished tourist accommodation classification process
The classification of furnished tourist accommodation follows a structured 5-step process, from the initial request to the official classification decision.
The 5 classification steps
Classification request
The request can be submitted online or by contacting Etoilys directly on +33 6 49 55 15 40.Contact
The inspector for your area contacts you within 24 hours to confirm that the accommodation is eligible and to agree the inspection date with you.Inspection visit
The visit takes place on site. The inspector checks the accommodation against the official reference framework and reviews the equipment, surface areas, general condition and services announced. After the visit, the target classification level can be adjusted according to the results.
This official inspection is carried out by Etoilys under its Cofrac Inspection accreditation no. 3-2394 for furnished tourist accommodation classification.
View the accreditation scopeClassification proposal
You receive the full inspection certificate within 7 days, including the inspection grid, the detailed inspection report and the official classification proposal. You then have 15 days to refuse the classification proposal.Classification awarded
At the end of the process, the classification obtained is valid for 5 years and may appear on the accommodation listings and communication materials.
What the inspection certificate includes
After the inspection, a complete file is sent within 7 days.
- The complete inspection grid covering the 133 criteria
- The detailed inspection report
- The official classification proposal
Would you like to have your furnished accommodation classified?
Submit your request online or contact Etoilys to organize the next steps.