Review of BookOnline: Poses as genuine hotel site then adds crazy fees
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New York
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September 20th, 2022
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They disguise the site URL to look like the direct hotel website in Google search. It wasn't until I saw the $150+ "tax and recovery fee" on a $214 reservation that I realized something was off. By then I'd already booked. I canceled the reservation, but the site isn't clear on whether or not they refund the exorbitant fees. For comparison, booking directly on Marriott had $34 in government taxes and fees. Bookonline.com is crazy.

Tip for consumers:
Don't. Just don't. Book anywhere else - directly with the hotel, Priceline, Booking.com, Truvago, Kayak - anywhere else.

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Date of experience: September 20, 2022

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BookOnline has a rating of 4.6 stars from 4,598 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with BookOnline most frequently mention customer service, great job, and hotel room. BookOnline ranks 4th among Hotels sites.

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 87.4%
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Top Positive Review

“Came to the rescue!”

Teri S.
10/2/24

My husband made a reservation months ago, but had issues when he arrived. They only had $1,200 a night suites available. While my husband was at registration trying to reserve a cheaper room, I called and spoke with Vanessa. She was able to book him a reservation for 3 nights at the Cosmopolitan. My hubby was able to walk over and check in immediately. After a long flight, finding a reasonably priced room was a relief.

Date of experience: 9/22/24
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Top Critical Review

“IT SHOULD BE A ZERO Star - DO NOT USE THIS WEBSITE - IT'S A FAKE!”

Chris S.
10/25/24

I mistakenly booked a hotel room on this website and paid in full at the time of booking. When I checked out of the hotel 3 nights later I was told that my payment had not been received and that I needed to pay for my stay with another credit card. I have filed a complaint with the Better Business Bureau.

Date of experience: 10/15/24
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Thumbnail of user monicaa422
Michigan
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March 16th, 2023
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Pleasant, efficient, professional. I don't really have much more to say. Helpful

Date of experience: March 16, 2023

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Wisconsin
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March 16th, 2023
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Reservation for wheelchair room process went fine, Leon was very helpful.

Date of experience: March 16, 2023

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Florida
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February 10th, 2023
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Lindsey was courteous and made the reservation experience easy.

Date of experience: February 10, 2023

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Colorado
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March 12th, 2023
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Jacob was awesome in helping me with my friend who had surgery and took spectacular care of us!

Date of experience: March 12, 2023

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Arizona
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February 11th, 2023
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The lady that I spoke with was calming and very helpful!

Date of experience: February 11, 2023

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Virginia
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January 31st, 2023
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Quick, efficient service. Ashley was very professional yet personable.

Date of experience: January 31, 2023

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Texas
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May 16th, 2023
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No wait time and excellent service. Booking is always super easy.

Date of experience: May 16, 2023

Thumbnail of user williamr3124
South Carolina
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May 17th, 2023
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Asked about parking. Pleased with response. Booked a room online. Thanks

Date of experience: May 17, 2023

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Canada
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May 17th, 2023
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Pleasant, friendly experience to book a hotel room

Date of experience: May 17, 2023

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Tennessee
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May 16th, 2023
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Carolyn was incredibly nice and professional. Excellent customer service. Congratulations

Date of experience: May 16, 2023

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Arizona
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May 16th, 2023
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Was quick and friendly, did a great jobs in taking my reservation.

Date of experience: May 16, 2023

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Missouri
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May 16th, 2023
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Answered Matthew's questions, followed his directions and had the reservation in 5 minutes.

Date of experience: May 16, 2023

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Illinois
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May 17th, 2023
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Ashley was very helpful, thorough, and friendly! Awesome customer service!

Date of experience: May 17, 2023

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Texas
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May 15th, 2023
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Reservation completed promptly
Confirmed & notification received

Date of experience: May 15, 2023

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Washington
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May 16th, 2023
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I had a very pleasant experience with Georgette making my reservation

Date of experience: May 16, 2023

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North Carolina
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May 15th, 2023
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Ramses was very helpful and polite helping me book a room.

Date of experience: May 15, 2023

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California
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March 28th, 2023
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Paul was very efficient and helpful
That's it. No more to say here

Date of experience: March 28, 2023

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Nevada
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March 26th, 2023
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Edgar did a great job and made my experience, very good

Date of experience: March 26, 2023

Thumbnail of user carolynm1588
Canada
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March 27th, 2023
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When we were cut off I was promptly called back and finished the booking!

Date of experience: March 27, 2023

Thumbnail of user kennethb1608
Maryland
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March 20th, 2023
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Very helpful, patient and informative. Hope to get her the next time I'm making plans

Date of experience: March 20, 2023

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New York
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February 28th, 2023
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She was very thorough and professional! Great job!

Date of experience: February 28, 2023

Thumbnail of user deborahz641
Canada
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February 17th, 2023
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Carlos was efficient, thorough, pleasant and gave me a great deal. Thanks so much!

Date of experience: February 17, 2023

Thumbnail of user davec1298
California
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May 19th, 2023
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Great. Not only did you save me money, I appreciate the 2 free bottles of wine.

Date of experience: May 19, 2023

Thumbnail of user shirleyg981
North Carolina
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May 20th, 2023
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I extended our stay by an extra night. A very nice and helpful lady, Lydia, helped me.

Date of experience: May 20, 2023

Thumbnail of user gilbertc169
Texas
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May 19th, 2023
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Great very polite an tried to really help me find what i need

Date of experience: May 19, 2023

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BookOnline is an independent travel network with access to rooms in thousands of hotels and approximately 200 countries worldwide. Our goal is to help you find the best value in travel accommodations online for destinations around the world. We offer locations in over 200 countries as well as thousands of great properties here in the United States of America.

BookOnline is focused on bringing our customers the most current and relevant results for their hotel needs. We do this by investing in technology and systems to create a better buying process in a secure environment. We have developed an intuitive web design for multiple devices that hopefully aid in your ability to find the information you need and book the property at your convenience. This technology also allows us to create dynamic results for our advertising, allowing us to show you the most relevant results for your search.

The end result is you find the property you are looking for with a minimal number of clicks and zoom right through into the checkout on your phone, tablet, or computer. Enjoy Book Online and all that we offer. We hope to add to our list of growing happy customers.

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