If a co-host is listed as the primary host of a reservation, that's who guests will communicate with and whose profile picture will be shown during the review process. However, any guest reviews and ratings will be left for the listing admin.

In 2026, the way reviews work for co-hosts on Airbnb is specific: reviews are primarily tied to the listing and the primary host, not the co-host's individual profile. When a guest stays at a property, the review they leave appears on the listing page and contributes to the primary host's overall rating and "Superhost" status. If a co-host is listed on the booking, they can communicate with the guest and manage the stay, but they do not receive a separate star rating or a "Review" section on their own personal profile from that specific stay. However, if the co-host is the one who interacts most with the guest, the guest will often mention them by name in the written public review (e.g., "Co-host Sarah was amazing and very helpful!"). This written praise is valuable "social proof" if the co-host decides to manage other properties or start their own hosting business. For those looking to build a professional co-hosting reputation, the "Co-Host Network" feature on Airbnb allows them to showcase their experience and any positive mentions they've received in the reviews of the listings they manage.