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 4,649 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): 88%
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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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California
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May 18th, 2023
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Selina was lovely and professional and
I appreciated her courtesy

Date of experience: May 18, 2023

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Ohio
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April 20th, 2023
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Very pleasant and helpful! Juan made my booking very easy!

Date of experience: April 20, 2023

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New York
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September 20th, 2023
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A pleasure to speak with, and very informative and concern

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Date of experience: September 20, 2023

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California
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July 16th, 2023
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Very helpful, answered my questions and concerns. Patient and polite.

Date of experience: July 16, 2023

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New Mexico
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July 15th, 2023
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Great!
Knowledgeable
Very friendly with a great personality
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Date of experience: July 15, 2023

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New York
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July 18th, 2023
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Very helpful. Very clear description and thoroughly answered my questions

Date of experience: July 18, 2023

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Ohio
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July 17th, 2023
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The call with Lauren was great experience. She was a great help to me.

Date of experience: July 17, 2023

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North Carolina
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April 7th, 2023
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Excellent service and ease in booking! Very helpful and friendly.

Date of experience: April 7, 2023

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California
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July 25th, 2023
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Great service and knowledgeable staff, she went above and beyond

Date of experience: July 25, 2023

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Louisiana
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July 24th, 2023
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Jennifer was very friendly and informative and answered all questions.

Date of experience: July 24, 2023

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New York
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July 22nd, 2023
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My reservation agent fulfilled my request quickly and efficiently. He was personable and courteous.

Date of experience: July 22, 2023

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New Jersey
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July 25th, 2023
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Very positive and efficient. Pleasant and friendly. Verified information requested.

Date of experience: July 25, 2023

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Colorado
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December 15th, 2023
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She was very cheerful and patient with my questions 10/10

Date of experience: December 15, 2023

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Alabama
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March 4th, 2023
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Very professional! Very nice and would love to use again

Date of experience: March 4, 2023

Thumbnail of user michaely1017
Canada
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July 28th, 2023
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The on-line representative was great and the hotel staff were very friendly and helpful.

Date of experience: July 28, 2023

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Texas
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July 27th, 2023
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Very Quick and professional, knowledgeable. Repeated important dates and information.

Date of experience: July 27, 2023

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Georgia
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July 2nd, 2023
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Very smart and very very helpful would love to see park with her again

Date of experience: June 2, 2023

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Texas
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December 15th, 2023
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Professional great customer service very much satisfied

Date of experience: December 15, 2023

Thumbnail of user kathleent1369
Virginia
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December 15th, 2023
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Cesar was courteous and quick about getting us booked at the last minute! Thank you!

Date of experience: December 15, 2023

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Pennsylvania
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June 5th, 2023
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Very helpful in all aspects. Thank you very much. Made reservation process much easier.

Date of experience: June 5, 2023

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Illinois
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December 14th, 2023
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A Titanium some hotel see to the effort…these guys where stars

Date of experience: December 14, 2023

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Pennsylvania
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June 1st, 2023
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Excellent, she explained everything and was super helpful and pleasant

Date of experience: June 1, 2023

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Ohio
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December 14th, 2023
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Xavier was very helpful and answered all my questions.

Date of experience: December 14, 2023

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Illinois
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January 22nd, 2023
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Very smooth experience with a very knowledgeable and friendly agent.

Date of experience: January 22, 2023

Thumbnail of user donovans77
Missouri
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November 10th, 2023
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The lady was very nice and helpful. She spoke very well and understandable.

Date of experience: November 10, 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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