Review of BookOnline: Poses as genuine hotel site then adds crazy fees
Thumbnail of user elissak12
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.

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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 4,678 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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Thumbnail of user susanc4278
Maine
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September 14th, 2023
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Amanda was very helpful in getting my reservation completed when my flight was going to be delayed by about 3 hours. The intercom at the Denver Airport was loud and kept going off while I was trying to make the reservation and Amanda was very patient and helpful.

Date of experience: September 14, 2023

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Canada
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January 24th, 2023
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Ashley (?) Was very helpful, personable, humorous and proactive in understanding our travel situation and assessing best value options.
Was a pleasant chat and also quick and successful in booking a stay, stress-free.

Date of experience: January 24, 2023

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Washington
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April 6th, 2024
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When booked was told I had smoking room for two nights…. They couldn't book for three nights cause they said Friday smoking was already booked. Arrived today and this hotel is totally smoke free! Went back to website and it said three more smoking room available! They also said my reward was two bottles of wine…. Hotel knows nothing about this at all! SO SO DISAPPOINTED! I came here because my sister in hospital diagnosed with cancer and only has two weeks to live! I just really needed room to relax in because so emotional! So I'm paying for my stay here and am staying in my car right outside back entrance! Will use the bed when I come in and will just go out to my car in morning with coffee before I head back to hospital! CHANGE YOUR WEBSITE!

Date of experience: March 27, 2024

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Massachusetts
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September 12th, 2023
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Whenever a strange situation comes up, and I seem to attract them, I always wonder if I'll find an angel to guide me through. I think Carolyn for knowing exactly what I needed even though I didn't have the words to ask for it clearly.

Date of experience: September 12, 2023

Thumbnail of user lisaw3322
North Carolina
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September 4th, 2023

I thought I was calling the hotel directly but book online.com didn't identify themselves. I requested my reservation they booked it and when I arrived at the hotel they had booked the wrong room. Ultimately I cancelled this reservation and worked directly with the hotel. Booking online has refused to give me a full refund when this was their error. These people are deceptive and just want to take your money. Please book directly with the hotel for honest service.

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Chose to work directly with the hotel after this screw up

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Date of experience: August 5, 2023

Thumbnail of user trevorh338
Canada
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August 4th, 2023
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Amanda handled my particular situation professionally and promptly. I had made a blunder earlier in the day in regards to a booking I made and Amanda fixed the issue and got me back on course with my original plan.

Date of experience: August 4, 2023

Thumbnail of user darlanew2
Washington
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July 16th, 2023
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We were told we would have two queen beds. They were full size! Room smelled of smoke. Drapes were ripped and dirty. When booked we were told it was pet friendly. At check in they said they are not pet friendly.

Date of experience: June 16, 2023

Thumbnail of user robertm3229
South Carolina
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October 8th, 2023
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I'm trying to find a room for a seminar with Northwestern Anesthesia. He didn't try to help me find a room in that block and quoted me the week for $******* and not even sure if it's location is where the seminar is being held. He had an arrogant tone when I questioned the price for a block room amd when I said nevermind, he just disconnected the call.

Date of experience: September 8, 2023

Thumbnail of user billw1529
Illinois
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October 4th, 2023
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I had ******* points and the guy on the phone sold me a room for $232. After hanging up, I reserved a room using my points…. Done deal. The guy on the phone was a thief. Not impressed. He sucks! Fire his thriving butt.

Date of experience: September 4, 2023

Thumbnail of user aileenh38
Florida
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September 1st, 2023
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I have had multiple issues with hotels.com so i moved forward with calling the hotel and asking several questions for safety and all questions where answered. Also Rosangelica lives by her name she was very professional ery clear and very assertive. An angelic customer service help i have ever received.

Date of experience: September 1, 2023

Thumbnail of user marym6833
California
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April 18th, 2023
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I called and Amanda was a delight to speak with. The original agent that i spoke to was rude and gave me a number to call that was not live. Amanda took the time to explain what your service actually is and helped me find the information i needed.

Date of experience: April 18, 2023

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Canada
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July 30th, 2023
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I had two different dates I needed to book a night hotel for and I have to say that Lauren did an amazing job at making this easy. I gave her the hotel I wanted for one of the nights and then I needed her to find another closer to an event I was going to and she hooked me up. Thanks again

Date of experience: July 30, 2023

Thumbnail of user douglaso211
California
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June 8th, 2023
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I had made a reservation, but did not have a reservation number on hand because BW mis-transcribed my email. I'm disappointed that BW did not call me when the reservation email bounced, but the agent did a terrific job of sorting things out.

Date of experience: June 8, 2023

Thumbnail of user bobn626
Alabama
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December 6th, 2023
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For a change it was a pleasant experience having a room booked over the phone. Michaelecenkov has a good grasp of English and was very helpful in reserving a nice room at a reasonable rate. I actually enjoyed talking to him.

Date of experience: December 6, 2023

Thumbnail of user genb16
Texas
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July 11th, 2023
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Kimberly to my opinion went above and beyond to try to help. She listen to my needs and did all she could to find a hotel and long term parking with shuttle service to airport. Unfortunately she could not find a hotel that offered all of my needs through your agency. She did call a hotel that I would have to contact directly. I wish I could have booked. With this kind of service just know that I will call you for my next need. Thank her for me.

Date of experience: July 11, 2023

Thumbnail of user joanns541
Connecticut
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May 15th, 2024
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Michelle was super helpful, and made the booking of two adjoining rooms for a friend getaway very easy. She also gou us a rate which was better than my AAA rate!

Date of experience: May 5, 2024

Thumbnail of user wandak216
Wyoming
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July 1st, 2024
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Carlos did a great job and really listened to what I was saying. He was a great help and has us set up in mo time at all.

Date of experience: June 21, 2024

Thumbnail of user paulb4761
Arizona
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August 7th, 2023
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I want to give a special thank you to Mr. Cory for setting me up with an affordable and clean hotel. The hotel that I checked into was VERY Scary. I felt like I may need a tetanus shot if I used the toilet there, so I called for another reservation and thank goodness I got Mr Cory, he really saved the day. Thank you sir!

Date of experience: August 7, 2023

Thumbnail of user heidij167
New Hampshire
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February 8th, 2023
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She was so helpful confirming the hotel still offered ice skating and tried many ways to find a phone number for the resort. She booked a king room for me and my 2 frenchies. She was an absolute pleasure to work with. Thank you!

Date of experience: February 8, 2023

Thumbnail of user dougm914
Delaware
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October 8th, 2023
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I'm trying to locate my confirmation #. I was transferred to customer service and it requires the itinerary # just to talk to some... which is what I am trying to locate. Then the call disconnected after trying to get through to someone.

Date of experience: September 8, 2023

Thumbnail of user barbrag19
Virginia
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April 7th, 2023
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My son-in-law was flown to the medical center in Knoxville Tennessee on 4/7/23, my daughter and granddaughter couldn't find a good motel room. I called around until I found Karen, she was very customer friendly and went the extra mile to help me. She was a blessing to my family. Thank you Karen for your help.

Date of experience: April 7, 2023

Thumbnail of user kathyg1072
Colorado
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July 5th, 2023
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Very helpful & friendly. Listened to me with the room amenities I needed, and got me all set up. Originally I was just calling to gather information. But he got me all set up with everything I needed & answered all my questions. So now I'm all booked up.

Date of experience: July 5, 2023

Thumbnail of user susanf2441
Florida
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July 13th, 2023
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Sharika, thank you for your patience, professionalism and kindness. You truly went above and beyond to help me with my reservations. Tell your supervisor that I said you deserve a big raise!
Sincerely, Susan Fredette

Date of experience: July 13, 2023

Thumbnail of user tonym1422
Florida
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May 4th, 2023
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We had recently moved and I was having difficulties getting the reservation booked called the online reservation number and the representative was very patient and understanding. We were able to get the reservation completed. Thanks again for your patience and understanding.

Date of experience: May 4, 2023

Thumbnail of user elizabethi801
California
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September 13th, 2023
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I'm still waiting for my refund. When I made the reservation I made it for San Marcos California. But you put in San Marcos Texas! I realized it before we hung up and you never corrected it. I'm still waiting for my $249. Please remit as soon as possible.

Date of experience: August 14, 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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