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.

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 traciy17
Pennsylvania
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July 4th, 2023
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Representative excellent. 5 stars. Keep up the good work. Thank you

Date of experience: July 4, 2023

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Florida
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June 21st, 2023
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Very good experience. Right now I'm in the room and love it. Thanks

Date of experience: June 21, 2023

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Missouri
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March 18th, 2023
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Good, except agent said pool was open and it wasn't. My son was highly upset

Date of experience: March 18, 2023

Thumbnail of user danac621
Indiana
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February 20th, 2023
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Joi was super helpful and delightful to talk to! I appreciated all her help :)

Date of experience: February 20, 2023

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Canada
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February 20th, 2023
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JOI did a great job and was very patient. Thank her for the great service

Date of experience: February 20, 2023

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Canada
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July 5th, 2023
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Rachel made the process quick & easy and she was very personable.

Date of experience: July 5, 2023

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Idaho
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July 5th, 2023
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Very polite n helpful. It's difficult to get good customer service and that is appreciated!

Date of experience: July 5, 2023

Thumbnail of user karenn1505
Oregon
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June 27th, 2023
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Tamara was very helpful making my reservation for me

Date of experience: June 27, 2023

Thumbnail of user amandaj1289
Michigan
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June 27th, 2023
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Needed a room like many others and Catherine helped

Date of experience: June 27, 2023

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New York
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June 21st, 2023
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Satisfactory. She was very helpful with a sweet disposition.

Date of experience: June 21, 2023

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Canada
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January 19th, 2023
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It was great It was great It was great It was great
It was great It was great It was great It was great

Date of experience: January 19, 2023

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North Dakota
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July 7th, 2023
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Great job with reserving a room. He spoke good English.

Date of experience: July 7, 2023

Thumbnail of user davidb10343
California
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June 26th, 2023
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Good humor and persistence in helping me - appreciated

Date of experience: June 26, 2023

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Illinois
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June 26th, 2023
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My representative was helpful, personable, and kind. Give her a dang raise!

Date of experience: June 26, 2023

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Oregon
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July 6th, 2023
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Very simple process to book rooms. Price is reasonable for such a nice facility

Date of experience: July 6, 2023

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Colorado
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June 2nd, 2023
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Very efficient and quickly and very honesty.I am very happy..

Date of experience: June 2, 2023

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Pennsylvania
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July 7th, 2023
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Very polite and informative. Short waiting time. Will use this again.

Date of experience: July 7, 2023

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Texas
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July 7th, 2023
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He was patient and polite. Very well knowledgeable.

Date of experience: July 7, 2023

Thumbnail of user pamelag1638
Ohio
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July 6th, 2023
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Joyce was very helpful and pleasant when making our reservation.Reservation

Date of experience: July 6, 2023

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Virginia
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June 27th, 2023
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Reservation was completed efficiently. Very pleasant.

Date of experience: June 27, 2023

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California
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June 27th, 2023
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Took care of me on my reservation. She was very helpful and friendly.

Date of experience: June 27, 2023

Thumbnail of user angelal1746
Kansas
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June 22nd, 2023
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Michelle was so much help and got us all hooked up! Excellent customer service

Date of experience: June 22, 2023

Thumbnail of user courtneyb672
Mississippi
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June 22nd, 2023
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Carolyn was very nice and helped me book my hotel with no worries.

Date of experience: June 22, 2023

Thumbnail of user lynnettes54
California
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July 7th, 2023
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Thank you! Called because I was so confused. Appreciate your help!

Date of experience: July 7, 2023

Thumbnail of user karenp2776
California
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July 8th, 2023
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Friendly, helpful, direct and clear answers to my questions.

Date of experience: July 8, 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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