If you plan to make our 2019 list of small-scale accommodation, you need to read this newly developed rating scale.
The Greaves rating scale is a three-tier rating system that classifies small scale accommodation into three categories from one star to three stars, with three being the highest.

The scale was developed by Crystal Bynoe-Greaves, a Travel and Tourism Diploma holder and a Business Management Major.
Secrets of SVG adopts the scale as our official guide to recommending and promoting small-scale accommodations such as Guest Houses, Private Apartments, Airbnb, Eco-Lodges and the like.
THE SCALES
ONE STAR: Clean rooms, Fan, Free Wi-Fi, Cable TV, Hot Water, Public transportation easily accessible, Limited hour front desk, Property secure.
TWO STARS: Clean rooms, Air conditioner, Free Wi-Fi, Cable TV, Hot Water, Stove, Mini fridge, Microwave, Parking, Limited hour front desk, Property secure, washer and drier, Children-friendly.

THREE STARS: Clean rooms, Air conditioner, Free Wi-Fi, Cable TV, Hot Water, Kitchen, Microwave, Toaster, Daily Housekeeping, Laundry services, Blow-dryer, Free Parking, Bike storage lockers Unlimited hour front desk, Outdoor pool, Barbeque grills, Terrace, Easy access to beach, Free continental breakfast, Security camera/ Guard, Pet friendly.
Persons with accommodation who wish to be promoted on Secrets of SVG should email us at secretsofsvg@gmail.com.
By: Demion McTair
Editor – Secrets of St. Vincent & the Grenadines