Linen Products Required Per Star Grading in South Africa

The South African Tourism Grading Council (TGCSA) sets minimum linen and bedding standards for each star rating. Whether you're preparing for your first grading or upgrading to a higher star level, this guide outlines exactly what you need — and links directly to the right products.

1-Star Establishments

At 1-star level, the focus is on clean, functional basics that meet minimum hygiene and comfort standards.

• Fitted sheets (basic quality)
• Flat sheets
• Pillowcases
• Towels
• Basic curtains or blinds

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2-Star Establishments

2-star properties are expected to provide a step up in fabric quality and begin introducing protective bedding.

• Fitted sheets (polycotton or cotton blends)
• Flat sheets
• Pillowcases
• Mattress protectors (required from 2-star upwards)
• Pillow protectors (required from 2-star upwards)
• Towels
• Curtains with improved materials

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3-Star Establishments

3-star properties require 100% cotton or high-quality blended fabrics, with full protective bedding as standard.

• Fitted sheets (100% cotton or quality blends)
• Flat sheets
• Pillowcases
• Mattress protectors
• Pillow protectors
• Towels (soft and absorbent)
• Curtains (better fabrics, tailored finish)

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4-Star Establishments

4-star properties introduce duvets and premium cotton percale as the minimum fabric standard. Coordinated presentation across all linen is expected.

• Fitted sheets (premium cotton percale or sateen)
• Flat sheets
• Pillowcases
• Mattress protectors
• Pillow protectors
• Duvet covers
• Duvet inners (quality synthetic or down alternative)
• Towels (plush and coordinated)
• Curtains (elegant fabrics, tailored)

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5-Star Establishments

5-star properties are expected to deliver a luxury sleep experience with premium fabrics, layered window treatments, and hypoallergenic bedding throughout.

• Fitted sheets (premium long-staple cotton percale or fine linen blends)
• Flat sheets
• Pillowcases
• Mattress protectors
• Pillow protectors
• Duvet covers (oversized for full coverage)
• Duvet inners (hypoallergenic synthetic or premium down alternative)
• Towels (thick, highly absorbent, frequently replaced)
• Curtains (layered blackout and sheer, custom or designer fabrics)

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