Review of BookOnline: DO NOT BOOK HERE
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Nevada
1 review
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November 7th, 2022
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As stated in previous comments, my fees/taxes were almost $100 more than what I could have booked through the hotel. On top of that the hotel allows for cancellations and Bookonline.com does not. There was no breakdown of fees, so when I saw the bill later I thought there must be an error because the taxes and fees were over 75% of what my nightly rate was! The booking was $144/night and the taxes/fees were $108/night! Through Marriot directly the taxes/fees would have been $13/night at most. I've tried getting in touch with customer service several times, but keep getting the same robot generic response back. The only reason I'm writing a review here (First review I've written ever maybe) is because I've seen them respond to some of the poor reviews given here. I'd like to recover my almost $800 extra I spent on this 8 day booking. DON'T BOOK HERE. There are plenty of better options.

Date of experience: November 7, 2022

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BookOnline has a rating of 4.6 stars from 4,664 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 julies2921
Illinois
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May 9th, 2023
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Quick & accommodating. Charlie did a great job helping me find a place to stay in the area I was looking to find. Thanks!

Date of experience: May 9, 2023

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Wisconsin
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September 10th, 2023
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Rachel was terrific! Easy to book with her. Only way to be better would be if app would work when booking a second room.

Date of experience: September 10, 2023

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Iowa
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May 22nd, 2024
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Roland was very good at his job. He explained the rooms available and the prices.

Date of experience: May 12, 2024

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Arizona
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February 1st, 2024
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Told Neil what I need and he found me exactly what I needed and at a great price. He was very personable as well as helpful.

Date of experience: February 1, 2024

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Maryland
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December 11th, 2023
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The agent is very professional and helpful. I am very pleased with the service. He should get a bonus.

Date of experience: December 11, 2023

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California
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February 14th, 2024
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Great customer service and was extremely helpful helping me in the process. I will definitely recommend this hotel.

Date of experience: February 14, 2024

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Michigan
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November 27th, 2023
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First the connection was in Fort Lauderdale Florida but I wanted Paul's Valley Ok. Amy made the correction and all is well.

Date of experience: November 27, 2023

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Mississippi
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November 29th, 2023
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Friendly and went the extra step to make sure pet friendly included the lizard we have traveling with us.

Date of experience: November 29, 2023

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Oregon
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June 7th, 2023

I was charged more than half of the room rate in "fees" The room was 349 and the fees were 200. No one answers the support 888# and the chat bots are terrible. COMPLETE SCAM FRAUDS

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SCAM, FRAUDS, TERRIBLE CUSTOMER SERIVCE> STEER CLEAR

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Date of experience: May 8, 2023

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Maryland
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July 11th, 2023
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He was direct and willing to help we look forward to using your hotel in the near future. Hope your service at your hotel is equally satisfied.

Date of experience: July 11, 2023

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New Jersey
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January 30th, 2024
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I needed a specific room for me and my wife for a business meeting for 2 nights and Lauren was courteous and efficient - and also pleasant! Thanks!

Date of experience: January 30, 2024

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North Carolina
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March 11th, 2023
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Sweet and kind, willing to go above and beyond! Very helpful in searching for hotel I was looking for!

Date of experience: March 11, 2023

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Arizona
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July 1st, 2023
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Great job! Did a great job of answering my questions and making sure I understood everything correctly. Very knowledgeable.

Date of experience: July 1, 2023

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Virginia
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March 17th, 2023
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Tanya was very friendly, courteous and efficient. Provided great customer service. Booking a room was stress free. Thanks Tanya.

Date of experience: March 17, 2023

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Pennsylvania
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July 20th, 2023
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Sawn was excellent in assisting me in finding a hotel on very short notice! She treated me like family

Date of experience: July 20, 2023

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New Mexico
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July 20th, 2023
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I called to make a reservation and Ashley was quick and resourceful, and made my whole experience. Super amazing.

Date of experience: July 20, 2023

Thumbnail of user kathleenl1389
Florida
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March 27th, 2023
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I wanted to compliment Tamara - she handled my reservation professionally and efficiently. She was a pleasure to speak with!

Date of experience: March 27, 2023

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Nevada
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February 18th, 2023
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Rachel was a friendly and very helpful person guiding me through the checking in process. Very patient with me!

Date of experience: January 19, 2023

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North Carolina
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July 31st, 2023
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Giovanna was very helpful in getting me a room. She waited on me to look the place up and see if I wanted to stay at the place she named.

Date of experience: July 31, 2023

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Massachusetts
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August 5th, 2023
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Very helpful getting a room at the last minute! Representative was very nice and got the reservation made quickly.

Date of experience: August 5, 2023

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New Jersey
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May 4th, 2023
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Mao was very helpful.
He immediately understood my needs and was attentive and kind.
Great customer service!
Thank you

Date of experience: May 4, 2023

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Virginia
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August 17th, 2023
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Cory was proficient sufficient and efficient he explained everything and help me to understand and get my reservations made

Date of experience: August 17, 2023

Thumbnail of user mckayleh
Utah
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January 3rd, 2024
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I had to book a room last minute and it was a very easy and smooth process with Amanda. Helpful and friendly!

Date of experience: January 3, 2024

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New York
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March 24th, 2023
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Excellent! I have stayed here before and was very happy with my experience! I wanted to stay here again!

Date of experience: March 24, 2023

Thumbnail of user virginias1399
Texas
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September 5th, 2023
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Carlos helped me find an affordable room. He was patient and very knowledgeable. He's a very, very good person!

Date of experience: September 5, 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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