Online hotel reviews are a significant aspect of how hotels rank on metasearch platforms like Google Hotels, Kayak, Skyscanner, and TripAdvisor.A hotel with a high average rating above 4.5 stars is going to be favored.The volume of reviews is important, even if the average rating is the same.Recent reviews are more valuable because the guest experience can change over time.Review content provides context and is more important than just the star rating.Hotelier can encourage reviews, respond to feedback, act on feedback and monitor their online reputation.For travellers, understanding the importance of reviews can help them make informed decisions on limitations and opportunities.