--- title: How to Respond to Negative Reviews on OTAs description: This guide offers a step-by-step approach to addressing critical feedback from detractor guests and transforming it into valuable opportunities for improvement, as well as building a positive image for your property. --- [Skip to content](https://soporte.myhotel.cl/en/base-conocimientos/how-to-respond-to-negative-reviews-on-otas#main-content) - [English](https://soporte.myhotel.cl/en/base-conocimientos/how-to-respond-to-negative-reviews-on-otas) - [Español](https://soporte.myhotel.cl/es/base-conocimientos/cómo-responder-a-las-reseñas-negativas-en-las-otas-1) - [Português - Brasil](https://soporte.myhotel.cl/pt-br/base-conocimientos/como-responder-a-avaliações-negativas-nas-otas) English Show submenu for translations ![](https://soporte.myhotel.cl/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo%20myhotel%20a%20color.png?width=399&height=100&name=Logo%20myhotel%20a%20color.png) - Products Show submenu for Products - [Guest Satisfaction Surveys](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/guest-satisfaction-surveys-for-hotels/) - [Online Reputation Management](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/hotel-reputation-management/) - [Auto Case Management](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/auto-case-management-for-hotels/) - [Virtual Assistant](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/ai-virtual-assistant-for-hotels/) - Company Show submenu for Company - [About Us](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/about-us/) - [Succes Stories](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/clients/) - [Referral Program](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/referral-program/) - [Partnerships](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/partnership-en/) - [Work with us](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/jobs/) - Resources Show submenu for Resources - [eBooks](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/ebooks/) - [Blog](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/blog-3/) Open main navigation Close main navigation - Products Show submenu for Products - [Guest Satisfaction Surveys](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/guest-satisfaction-surveys-for-hotels/) - [Online Reputation Management](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/hotel-reputation-management/) - [Auto Case Management](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/auto-case-management-for-hotels/) - [Virtual Assistant](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/ai-virtual-assistant-for-hotels/) - Company Show submenu for Company - [About Us](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/about-us/) - [Succes Stories](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/clients/) - [Referral Program](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/referral-program/) - [Partnerships](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/partnership-en/) - [Work with us](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/jobs/) - Resources Show submenu for Resources - [eBooks](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/ebooks/) - [Blog](https://www.myhotel.cl/en/blog-3/) - - [English](https://soporte.myhotel.cl/en/base-conocimientos/how-to-respond-to-negative-reviews-on-otas) - [Español](https://soporte.myhotel.cl/es/base-conocimientos/cómo-responder-a-las-reseñas-negativas-en-las-otas-1) - [Português - Brasil](https://soporte.myhotel.cl/pt-br/base-conocimientos/como-responder-a-avaliações-negativas-nas-otas) English Show submenu for translations - [Go to my account](https://fidelity.myhotel.cl/login) [Go to my account](https://fidelity.myhotel.cl/login) How can we help you today? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. 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At myHotel, we help you do this effectively.   #### Below, we present 10 tips to help you effectively respond to your hotel's reviews:   1\. Read the Review Carefully Take the time to fully understand the concern or complaint expressed by the guest. Analyze the key points you need to address.   2\. Personalize the Response Use the guest's name (if available) to make your response more personal. This shows that you are dealing directly with their specific situation.   3\. Thank the Guest Start your response by thanking the guest for sharing their feedback, even if the review is negative. Showing that you value their opinion builds trust and sets a constructive tone for the rest of your reply.   4\. Show Empathy Acknowledge the guest's feelings and frustrations without downplaying them. Expressing genuine empathy—for example: *"We are sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations"*—shows that you care about their well-being and sets your hotel apart from those that issue automated or template responses.   5\. Offer a Sincere Apology Acknowledge any errors or shortcomings mentioned by the guest and offer a sincere apology for any inconvenience caused. Take responsibility and show your commitment to improvement.   6\. Provide an Explanation or Solution Offer a clear explanation of the factors that contributed to the problem or, if possible, propose a solution to remedy the situation. If there are specific actions you can take, mention them. For example, a discount or additional benefit on a future stay. Any specific compensation, such as a discount on a future stay, should be handled privately during your follow-up communication.   7\. Invite Private Communication Ask the guest to contact you privately to further address their situation and offer a personalized solution. Provide your contact details or a way for direct communication.   8\. Maintain a Professional Tone Avoid responding defensively or confrontationally. Maintain a polite, courteous, and positive tone in all your responses, even if you believe the complaint is unjustified.   9\. Sign Each Response with Your Name or the Manager's Name for a Personal Touch Whenever possible, using the name of the manager or a member of the management team can also be a good strategy. This shows the level of importance given to guest opinions and reinforces senior management's commitment to customer satisfaction.   10\. Follow Up Once you have provided an initial response, follow up both on the OTA platform and in private communication. 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