Review of BookOnline: Don't use!
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California
2 reviews
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May 18th, 2022

I try to book directly with the hotel and their website had me thinking I was. I made an error on my dates and immediately contacted them to fix the mistake. They were argumentative. I insisted on speaking to a supervisor and was placed on hold and eventually hung up on. I called right back and had the very same experience! There is no customer service here! I would never use them!

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Date of experience: May 18, 2022

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BookOnline has a rating of 4.6 stars from 4,661 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): 87.9%
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Top Positive Review

“Great Service!”

Susan M.
12/16/24

We tried booking at a Toronto hotel but there was no availability Joyce, in Reservations at the Canopy Hotel, was a terrific help. She checked throughout other establishments until we found what we were looking for. She saved us time, and was most pleasant and helpful! Thanks Joyce. Bruce and Susan McKie

Date of experience: 12/6/24
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Top Critical Review

“BEWARE THIS COMPANY IS A SCAM”

Lynne F.
12/13/24

1 star only because they dont allow negative stars. This company is operating with misleading and deceptive practices which are illegal in Australia. The only way to stop or limit there scam behaviour is to warn people. I made a booking with Bookonlie.com not realising they were an american website. They charged american $ for a booking in Australia for an Australian hotel. They also charged over $50 aus for insurance which I did not select. When I call and complained they chose to cancel my booking. I DID NOT ASK FOR THE BOOKING TO BE CANCELLED> So now i have lost over $600 and have no accomodation. Numerous calls to - yes you guessed it a Phillipino call centre - i have had no help. They tell me someone will call me back but it has now been over 2 weeks. The last call centre person tried to assure me they were a highly professional internal company. MMM you would wonder if this was correct why they would need to steal from people.

Date of experience: 11/26/24
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Thumbnail of user johng6247
Arizona
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May 4th, 2023
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Pleasent Thomas was very helpful and quick to take care of my needs I would definitely call again and refer to family and friends

Date of experience: May 4, 2023

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Idaho
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March 31st, 2023
Verified purchase

She was able to find a hotel room that was not availble in a town with every room sold out! Very nice and personable.

Date of experience: March 31, 2023

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New York
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August 4th, 2023
Verified purchase

MS Heather assisted me in my search to find a nearby Holiday Express that was located close to our venue.

Date of experience: August 4, 2023

Thumbnail of user michaell6977
Missouri
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May 21st, 2024
Verified purchase

Umberto was very nice and helpful. Polite and informative. He was a pleasure to deal with.

Date of experience: May 10, 2024

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Canada
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August 17th, 2023
Verified purchase

Guercy was extremely helpful and courteous. Had a bit of a technical issue and he helped me out so I was on my way quickly and efficiently!

Date of experience: August 17, 2023

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South Carolina
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May 9th, 2024
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Great quick and easy. Not much more to say that takes up to fifty characters.

Date of experience: April 29, 2024

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California
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May 22nd, 2024
Verified purchase

Great. Edgar was very helpful with my reservation.

Date of experience: May 12, 2024

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Michigan
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May 9th, 2023
Verified purchase

Kellee was wonderful and so helpful.we have stayed at this Comfort Inn before and have really enjoyed our stay.

Date of experience: May 9, 2023

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Florida
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May 21st, 2024
Verified purchase

Brandon was very helpful and thorough during the reservation process.

Date of experience: May 11, 2024

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Kentucky
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April 21st, 2023
Verified purchase

The website wasn't working so I called. Celia was great! Got the booking for me and was great to talk with as well.

Date of experience: April 21, 2023

Thumbnail of user colleenr544
Pennsylvania
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March 14th, 2023
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Adrian was exceptional. Answered all my questions and noted the reservation that I was paying for my daughter that payment had been tsken

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Date of experience: March 14, 2023

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Tennessee
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October 16th, 2023
Verified purchase

I was so pleased with the service provided by our reservationist. My husband and I needed an accessible room and it was so easy. Thank you!

Date of experience: October 16, 2023

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Florida
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July 9th, 2023
Verified purchase

Kailee was very polite, helpful, and efficient. I was on the road so it was very nice to get a room booked so quickly. Thank you!

Date of experience: July 9, 2023

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Illinois
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February 23rd, 2024
Verified purchase

The cancelation insurance was not explained to me only that I could cancel reservations anytime.

Deceptive sales practice

Date of experience: January 31, 2024

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Ohio
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April 22nd, 2023
Verified purchase

Lucecita was wonderful to speak with. She was very positive, kind and thorough. Happy birthday on 6/15 Lucecita!

Date of experience: April 22, 2023

Thumbnail of user lorraineu23
California
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June 5th, 2023
Verified purchase

Edgarcwas exceptionally friendly and kind, and he helped me to choose the best room to fit my needs.

Date of experience: June 5, 2023

Thumbnail of user roberts8216
Wisconsin
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January 18th, 2023
Verified purchase

We had a great experience with Tonya, very informative a, breath of fresh air, spoke in a manner very easy to understand.

Date of experience: January 18, 2023

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Florida
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April 11th, 2023
Verified purchase

Mary was very help. She was courteous and helpful. I was pleased to talk to her. Wasn't happy with the refund policy.

Date of experience: April 11, 2023

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Georgia
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August 8th, 2023
Verified purchase

Noah was very kind, patient, and knowledgeable. He helped me find a room during a very stressful time and essed my concerns

Date of experience: August 8, 2023

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Ohio
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August 14th, 2023
Verified purchase

Zoila was very helpful and went above and beyond to address my issue. Couldn't resolve, but Zoila did as much as possible.

Date of experience: August 14, 2023

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North Carolina
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January 15th, 2024
Verified purchase

Carolyn was extremely helpful and understanding and helped us find a great location and great rate! Thx so much Carolyn!

Date of experience: January 15, 2024

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Virginia
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May 19th, 2024
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Kelly was friendly we did the reservation quick and easy

Date of experience: May 9, 2024

Thumbnail of user billb2397
Arizona
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May 20th, 2024
Verified purchase

Alex very helpful I never booked a room in advance 65 years old he took me through the steps

Date of experience: May 10, 2024

Thumbnail of user jenniferh4060
North Carolina
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January 27th, 2023
Verified purchase

Gerald was fabulous! He got the email address right away, I usually have to respell it numerous times. He was a joy to talk to.

Date of experience: January 27, 2023

Thumbnail of user loryannee
Massachusetts
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May 7th, 2024
Verified purchase

Steve was a wonderful service person & we booked a great room for the price.

Date of experience: April 26, 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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