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 4,678 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 scottw2178
Alabama
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April 7th, 2023
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Xavier, The gentleman that helped me went above and beyond expectation to assist me with booking a room. He was knowledgeable, efficient and very courteous. Good job!
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Date of experience: April 7, 2023

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Tennessee
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March 16th, 2023
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Nicole was very pleasant and helped us secure a room for the night. We're traveling to visit my sister who is ill and appreciated the ease in making our reservation.

Date of experience: March 16, 2023

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New Jersey
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August 30th, 2023
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I had an excellent experience with Brandon who provided amazing service on a recent call. He made sure everything was checked and everything was correctly done. Much appreciated. Thank you.

Date of experience: July 31, 2023

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Florida
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May 1st, 2023
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Ashley was fantastic and took care of my medical necessities so my health would be protected. I have severe chemical sensitivities to fragrances and she put that in the notes.

Date of experience: May 1, 2023

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Missouri
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May 4th, 2023
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Mr. Valentin was so courteous with the help given to my husband and me for our stay in Chicago. Also very kind and pleasant throughout our whole interaction. Thank you.

Date of experience: May 4, 2023

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California
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July 24th, 2023
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I had been hung up on by 2 other agents and this gentleman was patient, kind and listen to my request and with what appeared to be long experience he got me the best results... Bravo!

Date of experience: July 24, 2023

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Oklahoma
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July 22nd, 2023
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I am partially deaf and have a hard time understanding booking agents. I just spoke to the friendliest agent of which was very helpful and could understand every word she said. Having a good day here

Date of experience: July 22, 2023

Thumbnail of user anonymousa1752
Idaho
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June 2nd, 2023
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Must have reached a third party reservation website. After 3 tries to book a Healdsburg CA gave up and called. Online per night, $162. Said online rates changed and it will be $177 a night plus taxes. Ended up being $487 total. Neighbor booked after I told them I had. 2 nights with taxes, $355 for a two queen vs my King with sitting area. $55 total with taxes for two nights. Called back, spent 30 minutes debating. Said they had emailed itinerary so I could see the itemization. Never emailed it. Wife called back asked for itemirary to be sent to her email. Never happen. Scam 3rd party. Wouldn't cancel per request. Wouldn't cancel wife's request. Did dispute with Case today. Booked direct with Best Western yesterday.

Good luck this ever pots as expect this BS company will do their own Fake posts.

Date of experience: June 2, 2023

Thumbnail of user rosed622
Virginia
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August 19th, 2023
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I called and told Ramses that I wanted to inquire about day passes for Great Wolf Lodge and he told me I had the wrong number and I was in the middle of trying to ask him could he assist me in finding the right number to call and he literally just hung up the phone right in my face in the middle of me talking he didn't say bye or nothing! I feel like he was very very rude!

Date of experience: July 20, 2023

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Washington
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August 2nd, 2024
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I was booked the wrong day. Told rep indeed hotel tonight due to flight cancellation. I was told there would be airport shuttle. There was not.

Date of experience: July 23, 2024

Thumbnail of user teresam1799
Florida
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July 19th, 2023
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This young lady helped me tremendously when wrestling with a complicated booking for a large party of 11. She was quick, efficient and extremely patient and professional. Absolutely delightful!

Date of experience: July 19, 2023

Thumbnail of user alvinjudithl
Washington
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August 12th, 2023
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We were greeted with words of welcome. Whenever I am conferencing she always there with a smile that penetrates like the sun on a cloudy day! Thank you Catherine...

Date of experience: August 12, 2023

Thumbnail of user js1706
Texas
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March 19th, 2022
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Booking through this site cost $191.00 per night but when I got to the motel, they said the charge was only $134. Which means that bookonline.com uncharged by almost $60.00. Instead of using this company, save your money and just go to the hotel's website and book through them. Bookonline.com is a total sham.

Date of experience: March 19, 2022

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Oregon
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May 25th, 2023
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Michael went out of his way to get us the best possible price for 2 rooms even though it was after midnight.This was the best experience I've ever had booking a room on my phone.

Date of experience: May 25, 2023

Thumbnail of user maryannb242
California
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August 22nd, 2023
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I had issues getting my credit card to go thru after several tries and a few different ways we were successful. Cory was calm and patient and talked me thru each step. Exceptional Customer Service!

Date of experience: August 22, 2023

Thumbnail of user davidandjudym
New York
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October 6th, 2023
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AS HYATT MEMBERS WHO HAVE NEVER BOOKED A STAY OUTSIDE OF USA, WE WERE SO CONCERNED ABOUT TRYING TO BOOK OUR STAY IN MILAN. THANKFULLY, DANNY ANSWERED THE PHONE, AND IN HIS LOVELY ENGLISH, PUT US AT EASE AND MADE BOOKING OUR STAY WORRY FREE! DANNY WAS UNBELIEVABLY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND PROFESSIONAL! HE WAS SO VERY PATIENT AND WENT BEYOND ALL EXPECTATIONS TO HELP US! HYATT NEEDS MORE STAFF LIKE DANNY! I HOPE YOU GI E HIM A HUGE RAISE AND HOLD ONTO HIM!

Date of experience: October 6, 2023

Thumbnail of user chelseak183
California
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April 18th, 2024
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She was awesome and she needs a raise like today. I was not going to The pay the price for another property, but she ended up finding me an awesome place to book so thank God for that.

Date of experience: April 8, 2024

Thumbnail of user brooket191
California
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June 20th, 2024
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The website said the hotel was full, so I was told to call. Carlos was very helpful. The call was quick and easy.

Date of experience: June 10, 2024

Thumbnail of user lizg324
Nebraska
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October 24th, 2023
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Lovely speaking with Kevin! Had an exceptionally long booking # and he was so thorough with it. Called out all 24(?) numbers, ha! We had a great laugh.

Date of experience: October 24, 2023

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Montana
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August 9th, 2023
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From the moment I talked to Neal until I checked in with the front desk everyone was professional, helpful, genuine and friendly. Things went on without any problems.

Date of experience: August 9, 2023

Thumbnail of user davidl6045
Maryland
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September 5th, 2023
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Service was quicker and easier than an online booking. I'm going to use this where available from now on. Seriously, it was the easiest booking I've ever made.

Date of experience: September 5, 2023

Thumbnail of user dawnd922
Indiana
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October 30th, 2023
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Jennifer did a great job of searching for a hotel for me and trying to find exactly what I needed. We ended up not booking at all because prices were out of our budget.

Date of experience: October 30, 2023

Thumbnail of user kellym2332
Vermont
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April 20th, 2023
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Jesus was very helpful when the hotel I'd originally called about was out of my price range. He helped find me something down the street with 24/7 airport shuttles and saved me over $60!

Date of experience: April 20, 2023

Thumbnail of user brockr30
Tennessee
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January 5th, 2023
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Booked a hotel suite in Nashville at the BOBBY hotel. I CANCELLED my reservation the same day and have not recieved my refund of $2,076 USD. There is no live support and keep putting blame on my bank. STAY AWAY from the business. I am currently having our legal team get involved.

Tip for consumers:
DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY !!!

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Date of experience: January 5, 2023

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Customer S. – BookOnline Rep

Hi Brock, we’re sorry you had that experience. Customer satisfaction is our priority, and we would like to help. To keep you information secure, please message us your itinerary number and email address you gave when completing the reservation and we will respond with the next steps.

Thumbnail of user dalew610
Illinois
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December 12th, 2023
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Most helpful. Had a small amount of trouble understanding over the phone but we managed.
He explained everything fully and I was most satisfied with the experience

Date of experience: December 12, 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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