Research Title Presentation
Research Title Presentation
Research Title Presentation
• As online hotel reviews grow in importance, there's uncertainty about how they affect
guest choices and how Dasmariñas, Cavite hotels can use this feedback. This gap
challenges hotels to meet guest needs and improve overall experiences. Examining
how reviews influence decisions is crucial to enhance service quality and guest
satisfaction in Dasmariñas, Cavite's hospitality sector.
• This study seeks to contribute to the continuous enhancement of service quality and
guest satisfaction in Dasmariñas, Cavite's hotel industry by analyzing online hotel
reviews. These insights will help identify areas for improvement and guide strategic
decisions to enhance guest experiences and elevate the reputation of the region's
hospitality establishments.
Theoretical Framework
Social Influence Theory by: Icek Ajzen & Martin Fishbien
• Travelers/Guests use online hotel reviews as social influence
to decide.
• It helps understand how social factors influence individual
attitudes and behaviors, including in hospitality
management, where it can explain how online hotel reviews
affect travelers' decisions.
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Statement of the problem
1.) What is the business profile in terms of:
1.1 Years in operation
1.2 Location
1.3 No. of Manpower
1.4 Capital
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Hypotheses
• There was no significant relationship
between the influence of online hotel
reviews and guests in selected hotels in
Dasmariñas, Cavite basis for improvement.
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Conceptual framework
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Review of Literature and Studies
Local Literature
• Santos et al. (2018) studied how online hotel reviews influence Filipino travelers'
booking behavior. They found that Filipino travelers heavily rely on reviews,
especially regarding cleanliness, service quality, and location. This highlights the
importance for hotels in the Philippines to maintain positive online reputations,
particularly in these key areas.
• Reyes (2020) found that value for money, comfort, and cleanliness are key factors for
hotel patron satisfaction in the Philippines. This emphasizes the need for Dasmariñas
hotels to offer reasonable rates and prioritize cleanliness and comfort in their rooms.
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Foreign Literature
• Sparks and Browning (2014) highlighted key factors affecting visitors' opinions
of internet hotel reviews, such as reviewer competence, volume, and
trustworthiness. These elements strongly influence how much guests trust and
rely on online reviews. By emphasizing credibility and reliability in their reviews,
hotels can attract more customers and improve their online reputation
management.
Data Collection
• The researchers got permission to survey for a thesis by a Hospitality
Management IV student at EARIST Cavite Campus. They created
validated questionnaires with their adviser, distributed them to lodging
business owners, collected them, and analyzed the data statistically.
Statistical Treatment
• Chi-Square (x2) Statistic is a test that measures how a model compares
to actual observed data.
Formula:
Objective: To analyze the impact of social media and online reviews on hotel
booking decisions.