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 4,710 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 thomaso928
Wisconsin
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March 7th, 2023
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Very pleasant & helpful attendant, Carolyn. The hotel we requested was not available, but she found us one nearby.

Date of experience: March 7, 2023

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Washington
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September 2nd, 2023
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Very polite and accommodating. I want a specific room to celebrate an anniversary. He took care of all my needs

Date of experience: September 2, 2023

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Tennessee
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July 14th, 2023
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Was unable to book a reservation. He took his time and located exactly what I needed. I'm coming into town for my mother's memorial service.

Date of experience: July 14, 2023

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Kansas
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September 6th, 2023
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She was really helpful. Called back when I lost the call right before we were almost done got me a better rate after some research.

Date of experience: September 6, 2023

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North Carolina
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May 6th, 2023
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Excellent customer service! Awesome personality. Outstanding went over and beyond to assist me with the best rate ever!

Date of experience: May 6, 2023

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Washington
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April 19th, 2023
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Very helpful and nice... she tried to accommodate my request but I ended up booking online because it was cheaper.

Date of experience: April 19, 2023

Thumbnail of user micheleb982
Pennsylvania
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July 5th, 2023
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Very helpful when booking our rooms. He answered all the questions appropriately and kindly.
Thank you!

Date of experience: July 5, 2023

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Kansas
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June 18th, 2023
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Called for a last minute room and the reservation assistant was more than helpful I really appreciate it

Date of experience: June 18, 2023

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Ohio
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June 19th, 2023
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Rebekah was extremely knowledgeable and very detailed…,Wonderful service… Her kindness made the experience enjoyable. Looking forward to our stay.

Date of experience: June 19, 2023

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California
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June 16th, 2023
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Cory was really helpful in not only getting us a room but making sure we booked at the correct location.

Date of experience: June 16, 2023

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California
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June 6th, 2023
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Susan was very professional, kind & helpful. She went beyond the call of duty to help me find another Hotel near Medical center

Date of experience: June 6, 2023

Thumbnail of user mariam3825
Maine
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March 10th, 2023
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Called customer service to book a room for my son. Carlos was very professional and nice. Made the booking experience uncomplicated

Date of experience: March 10, 2023

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Washington
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August 7th, 2023
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Very efficient and helpful. She helped me get a reservation that would not go through from my phone.

Date of experience: August 7, 2023

Thumbnail of user williew394
Missouri
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February 27th, 2023
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You booked us at the incorrect hotel!...should have been Embassy Suites in St. Charles, not Comfort Suites!...had to cancel our reservation!

Date of experience: January 28, 2023

Thumbnail of user jeanm1316
New York
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March 29th, 2023
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Emma is most courteous, accurate and helpful.I appreciate her calm,friendly yet business phone etiquette.

Date of experience: March 29, 2023

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Iowa
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March 22nd, 2023
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Becky was friendly, knowledgeable, patient, and resourceful. I can't think of any way she could have been better

Date of experience: March 22, 2023

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Arkansas
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June 7th, 2023
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David did an outstanding job searching out a place for my family to stay. Very courteous with me on the phone.

Date of experience: June 7, 2023

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California
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August 8th, 2023
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I experience nothing but a polite and respectful gentleman that was willing to help me through each step of the process

Date of experience: August 8, 2023

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Wisconsin
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February 4th, 2023
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Helped me locate hotel closest to venue. Looked for prices in my range. He was pleasant, well spoken accommodating

Date of experience: February 4, 2023

Thumbnail of user kristenm710
Oregon
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July 18th, 2023
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Tory was great. He answered everything I asked and helped me get the booking complete in a very timely manner

Date of experience: July 18, 2023

Thumbnail of user dianem2740
Pennsylvania
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March 16th, 2023
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Lindsey called the local hotel I was booking to make sure she provided me accurate information. Thank you!

Date of experience: March 16, 2023

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Kentucky
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March 13th, 2023
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Candace was extremely helpful,friendly and professional. Great customer service! Thank you for helping me book my room.

Date of experience: March 13, 2023

Thumbnail of user shermanj40
Pennsylvania
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June 7th, 2023
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Hayley was amazing! 5 Stars! She went above and beyond to assist me. I really appreciate her. Thanks!

Date of experience: June 7, 2023

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Florida
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June 12th, 2023
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Perfect, easy awesome very professional and nice. Answered all my questions correct. Will definitely use again

Date of experience: June 12, 2023

Thumbnail of user johnm12377
Virginia
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June 14th, 2023
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He was very professional and extremely helpful. Looked up multiple rooms to get me the best price available.

Date of experience: June 14, 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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