Hotels and restaurants that earn the AAA Five Diamond Rating tend to attract a lot of attention, since the designation means they offer world-class service and the ultimate in luxury.

But whether it be one Diamond or five, receiving any AAA rating means a hotel or restaurant has met the rigorous standards for cleanliness, comfort and hospitality to pass an on-site inspection. The vast majority of the 59,000 AAA Diamond Rated hotels and restaurants —90 percent of hotels and 97 percent of restaurants—are rated One, Two or Three Diamonds. Many of these offer truly notable experiences and surroundings.

Now, there’s a new way for travelers to sort through the many available options. A “Best Of” designation highlights the top selections within each Diamond Rating level: those with overall ratings in the top 20 percent for their Diamond Rating level, plus no member complaints in the past 12 months and, for hotels only, A Rated cleanliness and condition. Just 7 percent of the AAA Inspected & Approved hotels and restaurants have earned the “Best Of” label.

“It’s a great accomplishment for any property to be listed as AAA Inspected & Approved, especially at the One, Two and Three Diamond levels as they are the most popular establishments frequented by AAA members,” said Michael Petrone, director, AAA Inspections and Diamond Ratings. “The new ‘Best Of’ designation is another tool to help travelers choose well-matched places to stay and dine at any rating level.”

Among the One, Two and Three Diamond Rated hotels and restaurants designated with the “Best Of” title in Western and Central New York:

Hotels:

• Best Western Crown Inn & Suites, Batavia – Rating: 2.8
• Sutherland House Victorian Bed & Breakfast, Canandaigua – Rating: 2.9
• Budget Inn, Cicero – Rating: 1.9
• Fairfield Inn by Marriott Syracuse Liverpool, Clay – Rating: 2.8
• Budget Inn, Farmington – Rating: 1.9
• Quality Inn Geneseo, Geneseo – Rating: 2.8
• Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn, Henrietta – Rating: 2.9
• Best Western Summit Inn, Niagara Falls – Rating: 2.8
• Quality Inn & Suites-Riverfront, Oswego – Rating: 2.9
• Americas Best Value Inn Lodge on the Green, Painted Post – Rating: 1.9
• The Cottage Inn, Red Creek – Rating: 1.9
• Finger Lakes Lodging, Skaneateles – Rating: 2.9
• Marriott Syracuse Downtown, Syracuse – Rating: 3.8
• Seneca Lodge, Watkins Glen – Rating: 1.9

Restaurants:

• Santora's Pizza, Pub and Grill, Amherst - Rating: 1.9
• Oak & Vine at Springside, Auburn – Rating: 2.9
• Aurora Inn Dining Room, Aurora – Rating: 3.8
• Chat-A-Whyle, Bath – Rating: 1.8
• ROCFish Rochester, Brighton – Rating: 2.8
• Oliver's Restaurant, Buffalo – Rating: 3.8
• Holiday Showcase Restaurant, Cheektowaga – Rating: 1.9
• Scotch 'N Sirloin, DeWitt, Rating: 2.9
• The Silver Fox Steakhouse, Ellicottville – Rating: 2.8
• Wegmans Market Café, Fayetteville – Rating: 1.9
• Wing City Grille, Fredonia – Rating: 1.9
• Ling Ling Chinese Buffet, Geneva – Rating: 1.8
• Coyote Café, Hamburg – Rating: 1.8
• Glenwood Pines, Ithaca – Rating: 1.8
• Ithaca Bakery, Ithaca – Rating: 1.8
• Ithaca Bakery & Catering, Ithaca – Rating: 1.8
• Main Moon Chinese Buffet Restaurant, Ithaca – Rating: 1.8
• Gino & Joe's Pizza, Liverpool – Rating: 1.8
• The Retreat, Liverpool – Rating: 1.9
• Wegmans Market Café, Liverpool – Rating: 1.9
• Dano's Heuriger on Seneca, Lodi – Rating: 2.8
• Nestico's, North Syracuse – Rating: 2.9
• Jelly Beans, Painted Post – Rating: 1.9
• Pierri's Central Restaurant, Painted Post – Rating: 1.9
• Yard of Ale Canal House Inn, Piffard – Rating: 2.9
• Richardson's Canal House, Pittsford – Rating: 2.8
• TRATA - The Restaurant at the Armory, Rochester – Rating: 2.8
• Clinton Restaurant, Salamanca – Rating: 1.9
• Rosalie's Cucina, Skaneateles – Rating: 2.8
• China Pavilion, Syracuse – Rating: 1.9
• Vernon's Apple Betty Diner, Vernon – Rating: 1.8
• TS Steakhouse, Verona – Rating: 3.8
• Russell's Steaks, Chops and More, Williamsville – Rating: 3.8

Here’s a breakdown of what travelers and diners can expect at Diamond Rated establishments.

For hotels: One Diamond means a bed, a pillow and a bargain. Two Diamonds mean a familiar, casual and affordable setting. Three Diamonds deliver the comforts of home, minus the effort. Four Diamonds provide a notable splurge for a special occasion. And Five Diamonds are the crown jewel.

For restaurants: One Diamond means grab it and go. Two Diamonds mean a relaxing break with expected favorites. Three Diamonds offer a fresh and trendy dining-out event. Four Diamonds are a culinary experience to savor and enjoy. And Five Diamonds offer an entire evening of “wow” moments.

Travelers can find more selections at AAA.com/123Diamonds.