How to Get More 5-Star Reviews on Your Airbnb (Without Being Pushy)

The Ultimate Guide to Getting More Airbnb Reviews (Even If You're New)

If you're trying to grow your Airbnb income, there's one factor that matters more than almost anything else: your reviews.

Reviews are social proof. They’re the first thing potential guests look at, and the first thing Airbnb’s algorithm rewards. Great reviews mean more bookings. More bookings mean more income and momentum.

But here’s the kicker: good reviews don’t just happen by luck.

At BNB Guardians, we’ve helped new hosts go from zero to fully booked by building a review system that works without being salesy or awkward. Whether you're just launching or trying to get more traction, here’s how to increase reviews the right way.

1. Focus on the Guest Experience First

This sounds obvious, but most hosts skip it.

Guests leave 5-star reviews when they feel like you cared before, during, and after their stay. That means going beyond just a clean space. It’s about anticipating needs, being responsive, and making them feel like VIPs.

Here’s how we coach our clients to do it:

• Personalize the welcome message. Use their name. Mention something from their booking if possible.

• Keep your Airbnb listing optimized with accurate photos and info. No surprises = happy guests.

• Leave small touches (snacks, handwritten notes, etc.) that make a stay memorable.

• Have fast, thoughtful Airbnb guest communication throughout the trip.
  

A smooth, well-managed experience is what leads to reviews without even asking.

2. Automate and Personalize Your Communication with Guesty

You don’t need to be glued to your phone to provide top-tier hospitality.

That’s where tools like Guesty come in. It’s what we use at BNB Guardians to manage communication across dozens of listings without dropping the ball.

With Guesty, you can:

• Schedule check-in and checkout messages automatically

• Personalize info using guest names and stay details

• Remind guests to leave a review after their trip

• Send thank-you notes, Wi-Fi info, house rules, and more without lifting a finger
  

This is a core part of our Airbnb management system. Automating doesn’t mean losing the personal touch, it means ensuring consistency while saving your time.

3. Ask for Reviews (Yes, It’s Okay!): Get More 5-Star Reviews

Some hosts feel weird about asking for reviews. Don’t.

A simple, friendly reminder at the right time can make a huge difference—especially because many guests just forget.

We recommend:

• Sending a message around Day 12 of the 14-day review window

• Keeping it casual, like:“Thanks again for staying with us! If you had a great time, we’d be super grateful if you left us a quick review—it really helps our small business grow!”
  

It’s not pushy. It’s smart Airbnb marketing.

4. Learn from the Reviews You Get

Even if a review isn’t perfect, it’s feedback, and feedback is gold.

Respond to every review with professionalism. Fix what needs fixing. Celebrate what guests loved. This is part of Airbnb optimization that keeps your business improving over time.

Ready to Grow Faster? Don’t Do It Alone.

Getting reviews is just one part of building a profitable Airbnb strategy. If you’re trying to scale your side income or turn this into a real business, you need systems, support, and guidance.

That’s where we come in.

👉 Need help with Airbnb?  Join our community or book a call with us at BNB Guardians. We’ll walk you through what’s working now in Airbnb hosting—from pricing and listing creation to guest messaging and automation.