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 4,626 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): 87.8%
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Top Positive Review

“Booking by Jhulanny”

Jimmy C.
12/29/24

Always liked Days Inn, pleasantly surprised how reasonable the rate was for one night stay that included 45 days of parking. Ms Jhulanny was very patient in walking me through the reservation process.

Date of experience: 12/19/24
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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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September 6th, 2023
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Fast and accurate help to book hotel in Frankfurt. Germany

Date of experience: September 6, 2023

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Florida
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September 7th, 2023
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Very easy to make reservations. So nice and helpful.

Date of experience: September 7, 2023

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California
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September 6th, 2023
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Excellent! Will use his services again.was about to give up when I reached Cesar.

Date of experience: September 6, 2023

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California
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September 6th, 2023
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Well trained employee, very pleasant conversation.

Date of experience: September 6, 2023

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California
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September 6th, 2023
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Reservation made easy and was accommodating for our needs.

Date of experience: September 6, 2023

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Pennsylvania
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September 6th, 2023
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Garcia quickly got me the info I needed. Thank you

Date of experience: September 6, 2023

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District of Columbia
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September 5th, 2023
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Great - all question was answer.- for my daughter birthday getaway - need that break

Date of experience: September 5, 2023

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Ohio
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September 4th, 2023
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Danielle was friendly, professional, and quick, I very much appreciate her service.

Date of experience: September 4, 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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Florida
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September 5th, 2023
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Christine was very helpful today and completed my reservation for me.

Date of experience: September 5, 2023

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Maryland
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September 7th, 2023
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Ms Ashley walked me through a process I made more difficult with the highest of professionalism

Date of experience: September 7, 2023

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New York
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September 7th, 2023
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Brandon was so helpful and friendly. Great experience

Date of experience: September 7, 2023

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Texas
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September 6th, 2023
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Clearly explained and guided. Lucas did an awesome job.

Date of experience: September 6, 2023

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Virginia
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September 7th, 2023
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Brandon was very helpful, answered all my questions.

Date of experience: September 7, 2023

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Pennsylvania
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September 6th, 2023
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Friendly efficient service. Answered the phone quickly.

Date of experience: September 6, 2023

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Texas
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May 29th, 2023
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Enrique was very nice and patient he also included some gifts to choose from so was very nice.

Date of experience: May 29, 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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Washington
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September 2nd, 2023
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Corey has very helpful in booking my stay at your property.

Date of experience: September 2, 2023

Thumbnail of user jenniferd3076
Washington
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July 4th, 2023
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Brandon was very nice, on the phone. He helped me, and was very helpful!

Date of experience: July 4, 2023

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Florida
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August 21st, 2023
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Brandon was very pleasant and the reservation process was very smooth!

Date of experience: August 21, 2023

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Washington
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August 28th, 2023
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Excellent customer service and great customer support

Date of experience: August 28, 2023

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Washington
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September 1st, 2023
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Very helpful. Had information for all our questions immediately.

Date of experience: September 1, 2023

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Arizona
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June 24th, 2023
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Very helpful and sweet! Appreciate her going above and beyond!

Date of experience: June 24, 2023

Thumbnail of user jamesj3474
Canada
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September 1st, 2023
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Great customer service & very informative on hotel and check in/out times! Thanks

Date of experience: September 1, 2023

Thumbnail of user lindav1448
North Carolina
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September 3rd, 2023
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Amber did a great job. Answered all my questions. Very knowledgeable and pleasant.

Date of experience: September 3, 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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