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 4,605 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 kathyh1685
Texas
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May 1st, 2024
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When I tried to purchase on online, my price was way too high for what I had been quoted per room. When I called the number given, she was very helpful and and gave me the correct price.

Date of experience: April 21, 2024

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New York
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April 4th, 2024
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Alexander told me I could cancel up to 7/23/2024. He also did not even mention a protection plan while my confirmation says no refund and that he offered me a protection plan which I refused. NOT TRUE! I cancelled as soon as the email came through. I will be contacting Marriott proper.

Date of experience: March 25, 2024

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Missouri
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June 9th, 2024
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The gentleman in the line guided me right where I needed to be. Hassle free to say the least.

Date of experience: May 30, 2024

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Illinois
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April 22nd, 2024
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Christiana was extremely helpful in locating a hotel for my last minute stay. She was very conscientious of my price range and offered several options to me.

Date of experience: April 12, 2024

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Texas
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April 29th, 2024
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This was a good experience. I did not have to wait to speak with a representative. The person who helped me was courteous, friendly, and knowledgeable.

Date of experience: April 19, 2024

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New York
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June 9th, 2024
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Khin was very friendly and helpful! She was very knowledgeable and professional as well.

Date of experience: May 30, 2024

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California
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June 8th, 2024
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Excellent and quick service, very kind and attentive

Date of experience: May 29, 2024

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Texas
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April 25th, 2024
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She definitely deserves a raise! Was so helpful. Made me go from stressed to not in a matter of minutes! Will be using you guys more often. Very impressed of now her costumer service was.

Date of experience: April 15, 2024

Thumbnail of user kathleenc2181
Iowa
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April 10th, 2024
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We went to hotel and they wouldn't take my cat I told you I had a cat several times on the phone. I want a full refund because I had to go to another horrible. A motel 6 on Dean Martin dr.please issue refund. Westgate will not fight refund they already put in computer what happened

Date of experience: March 31, 2024

Thumbnail of user susanw3891
Ohio
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March 26th, 2024
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Danielle helped me book rooms for my daughter's graduation weekend. She was absolutely one of the loveliest people I have ever worked with and was extremely helpful. Your organization is blessed to have Danielle representing you!

Date of experience: March 16, 2024

Thumbnail of user davidp6403
Indiana
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June 8th, 2024
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Joyce did a great job. She was friendly and very knowledgeable. She was delightful.

Date of experience: May 29, 2024

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California
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April 7th, 2024
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The hotel that was recommended to me was horrible had roaches and I wasn't able to get my deposit back. Beth Jane or whatever her name is wasn't helpful at all and very forceful and impatient when it came to booking the room. I felt rushed and very disappointed in the recommendation

Date of experience: March 28, 2024

Thumbnail of user kevinm4888
Virginia
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May 23rd, 2024
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Humberto was incredibly kind, knowledgeable and helpful.
One of the best customer service experiences I have had!
Thank you!
KMM

Date of experience: May 13, 2024

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New York
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June 7th, 2024
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Quick and professional and very nice to talk to and arrange my stay

Date of experience: May 28, 2024

Thumbnail of user bethr570
Michigan
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April 2nd, 2024
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Bethany went above and beyond to help us book a hotel very late at night when we were turned away from a reservation at the Hyatt due to overbooking and limited to no availability for 30 miles. Thank you again.

Date of experience: March 23, 2024

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New York
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April 29th, 2024
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Brandon was quick and good to talk with. I am adding characters to hit 50 that I have to have in order to submit this super great review of my boy Brandon.

Date of experience: April 19, 2024

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California
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October 18th, 2024
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Excellent customer service and patience and explanation

Date of experience: October 8, 2024

Thumbnail of user donnae1252
New York
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April 29th, 2024
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She was very clear on explaining everything and she made sure I understood everything she made sure my emails was there. My texting was there she was excellent stars.

Date of experience: April 19, 2024

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Mississippi
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June 6th, 2024
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Attendant was polite, knowledgeable, and helpful. Was hooked up with room and set.

Date of experience: May 27, 2024

Thumbnail of user erinl554
Pennsylvania
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June 4th, 2024
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The guy who helped us get this reservation was very helpful and gave us word by word help.

Date of experience: May 25, 2024

Thumbnail of user mollyb379
Oregon
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April 29th, 2024
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For first time ever, I understood this guy. ( I speak 3 languages) He was clear and he understood me and I understood him. He even let me distance from BW to my event. Thank you BW

Date of experience: April 19, 2024

Thumbnail of user rickyf131
Indiana
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May 15th, 2024
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The lady I spoke with, named Anafranil was very clear on understanding what I needed and was very helpful & patient with me getting my reservation lined up on the dates I needed.

Date of experience: May 5, 2024

Thumbnail of user gregorys1624
New Jersey
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April 5th, 2024
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If you book with this site be prepared to throw away your money
THE WORST EVER...What a disaster. I booked a room at a hotel and the company refused to refund me even though I bought the insurance (with adequate cancellation notice). I gave up after a month of long calls, talking to people from 3 different companies, and receiving emails from 4 entities (Protect Inc., Fanshield, Bookonline.com Allianz Global Assistance), and still no one was able to assist. The hotel was fine with the cancellation but booking.com was not. Never got a refund even though bookonline.com canceled the hotel room. BUYERS BE CAUTIOUS / BEWARE! This company is not what it presents itself as being. This site is literally impersonating Booking.com. 3 months later and I am still out $223.39.

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Date of experience: March 26, 2024

Thumbnail of user allanq22
California
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June 5th, 2024
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Personable and fun, booked my room quickly and efficiently.

Date of experience: May 26, 2024

Thumbnail of user tomekiaandgarlandc
New York
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March 30th, 2024
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I've made reservations for August 14 2024 and I'm about to cancel this reservation and finding a different hotel because the customer service is terrible. I called and asked about the hotel parking and "what does no in and out service mean" to 3 different representatives and asked the same question and all 3 of them just transferred back to the phone que without saying a word. This is a terrible way to treat customers. I'll give a full review on social media.

Date of experience: March 20, 2024

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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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