Rules for Accreditation of Tourist-related Establishments

Location: Along or near highways or major transport routes; at least ten units.
Facilities: Individual or common parking spaces; air-conditioned or fan-cooled bedrooms; attached toilet/bathroom with hot and cold water; telephone or call bell.
Staff: Trained, courteous, uniformed.
Safety and Services: Emergency medical service availability; fire-fighting equipment per Fire Code; proper lighting, housekeeping, and maintenance.
Optional: Food and drink service exclusively for guests.
Must display clearly visible signboard with establishment’s name.

Mandatory registry book logging guest details: full name, address, residence certificate or valid ID details.
Vehicle plate numbers of guests recorded separately.
Guests must enter their own details or be assisted if unable.
No guests under 18 years without parent or guardian.
Departure date and time to be recorded by motel clerk.

At least five lettable rooms.
Bedrooms furnished with comfortable beds, electric fan, writing table, closet, water jug with glasses.
Adequate natural and artificial lighting and ventilation.
Shared toilets and bathrooms at a ratio of one toilet/bath per five occupants.
Clean linen, towels, soap, and tissue paper provided.
Common living and dining rooms for guests.

Pleasant location with proper access and appealing facade.
Adequate, secure free parking.
Receptionist and waiting lounge with telephone.
Well-furnished dining rooms with good lighting and air conditioning or ventilation.
High-quality cuisine meeting government and international standards.
Presentable menu; clean linen and tableware.
Well-trained courteous staff; well-stocked bar.
Clean and sanitary comfort rooms with necessary amenities.
Hygienic, well-equipped kitchens with sanitation equipment.
Fire-fighting facilities conforming to Fire Code.

Located on major streets or in malls with attractive illuminated entrance and display windows.
Fully air-conditioned, presentable furniture and decor.
Clean restrooms available either in establishment or mall facilities.
Department stores must have parking and directional signs.
Staff must be well-groomed, courteous, and efficient.
Prices must be clearly tagged; wide selection of goods.
Receipts issued with itemization, establishment details, and license number.
Discounts allowed as marked on price tags.
Antique shops require authenticity certificates per National Museum guidelines.

Applications filed in duplicate with supporting documents: articles of incorporation/partnership, business name certificates, income tax returns, financial statements, list of officials and employees with proper work permits.
Department creates a two-member inspection committee.
Ocular inspection of establishment and premises conducted using a checklist; findings and applicant’s observations documented.
Committee submits report within 5 days.
Certificate of Accreditation issued if all standards met; valid for one year.
Annual accreditation fee of PHP 200 collected.
Accreditation renewal required before expiration with updated documents.

Certificate must be displayed conspicuously.
Accreditation non-transferable.
Periodic inspections conducted for compliance.
Deficiencies must be corrected within reasonable time or accreditation may be revoked.
Establishments must prevent gambling, drunkenness, disorderly conduct, prostitution, pedophilia or admittance of persons of bad character and report to police if encountered.
Keepers/managers administratively liable for employees’ misconduct unless due diligence is shown.

Separability Clause ensures validity of remaining provisions if parts declared invalid.
Repeals prior inconsistent rules and local ordinances.
Rules effective 15 days after publication in Official Gazette or general circulation newspaper.