
WASHINGTON, DC (October 28, 2024) – Three properties are the newest recipients of AAA Five Diamonds: The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston in Houston, Texas, Auro in Calistoga, California, and Estero in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. These properties embody the very best of hospitality with their luxurious surroundings, superb cuisine, and unparalleled service. Also this month, 10 hotels and restaurants joined the AAA Four Diamonds list. Four Diamond properties offer upscale amenities and distinctive fine dining.
Throughout the year, AAA Inspectors visit hotels and restaurants across North America, the Caribbean, and Costa Rica unannounced to objectively verify the 4 Cs of AAA Diamonds: Cleanliness, Comfort, Cuisine, and Consistency.
New AAA Five Diamond Hotel
- The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston | Houston, Texas
New AAA Five Diamond Restaurants
- Auro | Calistoga, California
- Estero | Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
New AAA Four Diamond Hotels
- Disney’s Boardwalk Villas | Lake Buena Vista, Florida
- Four Winds South Bend | South Bend, Indiana
- Grand Fiesta Americana Queretaro | Queretaro, Queretaro, Mexico
- Kimpton The Forum Hotel | Charlottesville, Virginia
- Montauk Yacht Club | Montauk, New York
- Paradisus La Perla | Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
- Sutton Place Hotel Toronto | Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- The Westin Riverfront Moutain Villas | Avon, Colorado
New AAA Four Diamond Restaurants
- Elderberry House Restaurant | Oakhurst, California
- Mar del Zur | Queretaro, Queretaro, Mexico
Diamond lists are updated monthly, as AAA Inspectors visit properties throughout the year.
Currently, there are approximately 140 Five Diamond hotels and 60 Five Diamond restaurants, and 1,750 Four Diamond hotels and 500 Four Diamond restaurants.
Plan a visit to Diamond properties on Trip Canvas, AAA’s free travel planning tool, or connect with a AAA travel agent for recommendations and hotel reservations.
About AAA
Started in 1902 by automotive enthusiasts who wanted to chart a path for better roads in America and advocate for safe mobility, AAA has transformed into one of North America’s largest membership organizations. Today, AAA delivers exceptional roadside assistance, helps travelers plan their dream vacations and adventures, offers exclusive member discounts and benefits, and provides trusted financial and insurance services – all to enhance the life journey of our 65+ million members across North America, including nearly 58 million in the United States. To learn more about all AAA offers or become a member, visit AAA.com.