Is it illegal to pay for bad hotel reviews?

It is illegal.

According to the newly revised Anti-Unfair Competition Law, operators use methods such as "brushing orders" and "speculating on trust" to help themselves or other operators conduct false or misleading business promotions. The circumstances are serious. , a fine of up to 2 million yuan may be imposed and the business license shall be revoked.

The industrial and commercial department has also previously stated that it will strictly implement the revised "Anti-Unfair Competition Law" regulations. Consumers who have no way to complain about false information can also report and complain to relevant departments in accordance with this law.