CAA/AAA Four and Five Diamond Award
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Each year, AAA/CAA's professional staff of 65 tourism editors evaluates more than 60,000 lodging and dining establishments in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. During unannounced evaluations, they are scrutinized in such areas as cleanliness, ambiance, amenities, and service.
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Establishments that meet AAA/CAA member travel needs and provide the highest member value are assigned a rating from one to five diamonds, then are selected and listed in AAA/CAA's travel publications, and posted on their Web site.
Click below for a list of Four and Five Diamond winners in the CAANEO region.
Four Diamond Award
A four diamond restaurant is geared to individuals in search of a distinctive fine-dining experience. Often orchestrated by an executive chef and an accomplished staff, menus reflect a high degree of creativity and complexity, using imaginative presentations to enhance high quality, market-fresh ingredients. The equally proficient service staff demonstrates a strong desire to meet or exceed guest expectations. A wine steward is typically available to provide menu-specific knowledge on wine selection. The ambiance is highly refined, comfortable and well-coordinated, incorporating quality materials and a variety of upscale design enhancements to give a first-class impression. The overall dining experience is typically expensive.
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Five Diamond Award
The five diamond restaurant is renowned and consistently provides a world-class experience. This is haute cuisine at its best. Menus are cutting edge, using only the finest ingredients available. Food is prepared in a manner that is highly imaginative and unique. The combination of technique and ingredients is extraordinary reflecting the impeccable artistry and awareness of highly acclaimed chefs. A maitre d’ heads an expert staff that excess expectations by attending to every detail in an effortless and unobtrusive manner.
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Beckta
Brookstreet
Fairmont Château Laurier
Inn at Manitou
Minto Suite Hotel
Perspectives Restaurant
The Westin Ottawa
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Le Cordon Bleu
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