{"id":122466,"date":"2025-02-17T17:46:24","date_gmt":"2025-02-17T16:46:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/styqr.fr\/2025\/02\/17\/booking-com-changes-its-rating\/"},"modified":"2025-08-26T17:06:36","modified_gmt":"2025-08-26T15:06:36","slug":"booking-com-changes-its-rating","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/styqr.fr\/en\/2025\/02\/17\/booking-com-changes-its-rating\/","title":{"rendered":"Booking.com changes its rating"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”246523″]Ratings on Booking.com have always been a valuable benchmark for travelers in search of the perfect accommodation. But now, the platform has decided to shake things up a bit by introducing a new rating system<\/b>. If you’re the kind of person who scrutinizes every review before making a reservation, get ready, because something’s happening![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner column_width_percent=”100″ gutter_size=”0″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/1″][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”164663″]<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udce2 The end of the sacrosanct 10\/10: a breath of fresh air on notes<\/b>
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[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_empty_space empty_h=”2″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”619636″]Until now, Booking had operated with a classic arithmetic average: the scores given by customers were aggregated to give an average out of 10. But this good old system had its limits. Now it’s time for a more modern, representative model!<\/b> <\/p>\n

The main change? Booking is abandoning the magic rounding of scores. Instead of a pretty 9.5 smoothed by the system, you’ll now see more precise figures, sometimes with unpredictable decimals (goodbye automatic 10\/10!). The aim? To best reflect the diversity of opinions and avoid bias.<\/b>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space empty_h=”2″][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”437241″]<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udd04 Greater transparency and better representation<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_custom_heading][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”612571″]The old system gave a little too much importance to certain categories (such as cleanliness or location). From now on, each criterion will be better weighted<\/b> to avoid a single score distorting the overall assessment. <\/p>\n

In other words, no more “exceptional” hotels that fall short in certain respects but are boosted by an inflated rating. From now on, travelers will have a more realistic idea of<\/b> what to expect.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”388817″]<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfaf A direct impact for travellers (and hosts!)<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”106485″]If you’re used to booking hotels based on ratings, this change will save you a lot of surprises. With this new rating, you’ll have a better idea of the real quality of the accommodation<\/b>, with no unpleasant surprises on arrival. <\/p>\n

For guests, the challenge is even greater. From now on, it’s impossible to rely solely on a flattering average: you’ll have to ensure consistent quality on all criteria<\/b> to earn a good rating![\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”145059″]<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfc6 Booking adapts to travel trends<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”167638″]This change is not insignificant. It follows a fundamental trend: travelers want more accurate, more authentic and, above all, more useful reviews<\/b>. Booking has clearly understood this, and is seeking to strengthen the trust between customers and hoteliers. <\/p>\n

This is also in line with the rise in popularity of detailed, weighted reviews<\/b>, as can already be seen on other online booking and sales platforms.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”105875″]<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udccc Things to remember<\/h2>\n

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