Staying in a home - not a hotel - when you travel means there’s so much more choice. But sometimes you can’t separate the good from the great. So we created the Plum Test: the world’s most gruelling hospitality test. We vet every holiday home in a destination and accept only the top 3%. In doing so, Plum Guide is establishing the first globally recognised mark of quality in the homestay sector.

If a home has passed our 150-point Plum Test, you’re guaranteed:

- Exciting spaces that are thoughtfully designed

- Hotel-like amenities (fast WiFi, quality linens, fluffy towels, well-stocked kitchens)

- Soulful, characterful areas that are well-connected for exploring the destination

- ...in short, a stay in one of the destination's best homes - period!

The official selection of the world's best stays.