Review of BookOnline: Poses as genuine hotel site then adds crazy fees
New York
1 review
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September 20, 2022

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.

Date of experience: September 20, 2022
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Hi Elissa, we are sorry you had this experience. Just like when you book through a hotel directly, BookOnline must charge its customers for all applicable taxes, including any hotel taxes. Additionally, by charging a service fee for all of its reservations, we are able to offer 24/7 customer support and operate as an independent travel network. BookOnline conspicuously discloses all fees and taxes on its checkout summary webpage. Despite our transparency, we remain concerned about your experience. Please send us a private message with your reservation information used at the time of purchase and we will respond with the next steps.

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BookOnline has a rating of 4.6 stars from 5,375 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 3rd among Hotels sites.

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Ohio
1 review
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Booking experience with Demetrio.
April 29, 2025

Demetrio did an excellent job in helping us with our booking. He is a credit to your organization and I trust you will recognize his excellent service.
Remember, you as an organization win with people like Demetrio!

Date of experience: April 19, 2025
Ohio
1 review
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Misleading information
May 1, 2025

I am so disappointed that you pay extra for cancellation protection but there is no way to apply for it. First you are never told that you must apply before canceling the reservation. Carlos did not in anyway share any of the details. I will never use any of your services again. It is totally a misrepresentation.

Date of experience: April 21, 2025
Virginia
1 review
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Misunderstanding
April 28, 2025

I believe I was misled in this phone call. I asked if this was the Marriott Hotel reservation line and the person responded yes. I did not know that it was not the actual hotel front desk but a booking service. Although my ancient was very pleasant and helpful,
I believe that there needs to be more clarity. Thank you.

Date of experience: April 18, 2025
Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Courteous and helpful
April 29, 2025

The agent I spoke with was very helpful, patient, and courteous. I have nothing more to say but apparently I need to get to 100 words to make sure the wonderful agent with whom I spoke gets his well-earned review.

Date of experience: April 19, 2025
Arizona
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Armando Joel
May 13, 2025

Expert. Very easy and efficient.
Mr. Joel was polite, professional, and knew what he was doing.
I'm very pleased with my experience.
Since you're asking for a minimum of 100 characters, I'll take this moment to recommend his promotion to the next level within the Hilton organization. More smart and courteous people like Mr. Joel is what we need in our workforce.

Date of experience: May 3, 2025
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Hugo Cesar was extremely shelpful
May 15, 2025

Hugo Cesar was extremely helpful in changing my reservation. He was very polite, sent me all the information I needed with a minimum of wait. I will be happy to book embassy suites again with someone this helpful.

Date of experience: May 5, 2025
Louisiana
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Making reservation
May 11, 2025

Mae did a great job. I had a little difficulty understanding her at times but we got it done. There was a lot of background noise that could have contributed to me not understanding or hearing her. She did a great job though and definitely knows what she's doing.

Date of experience: May 1, 2025
South Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Reservation
May 5, 2025

Very nice gentleman on the phone and answered all of my questions. Very accommodating and pet friendly. A lot of hotels claim to be pet friendly but they have a weight size plus charge fees for the pets. This hotel did not do that.

Date of experience: April 25, 2025
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Professional resvr.
April 29, 2025

Professional, pleasant experience. Operator patient with my hearing problems... thank you. Arr at 4 p.m. 4/21/2025... c/o at 11 a.m. 4/24/2025 2 bed, refrig and micro..

Date of experience: April 19, 2025
Canada
1 review
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Bert at Sandman hotel group
May 13, 2025

I booked online for my nights stay at Sandman hotel, and had the pleasure of dealing with Bert who was exceptional in his service. He was wonderful to deal with, very professional and made me fully aware of everything my reservation entailed. Thx Bert.

Date of experience: May 3, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Excellent confirmation service
May 8, 2025

Brenna was extremely patient while making a very last-minute phone reservation to stay at the Pacific edge this week. She made sure that I had not only received my text confirmation but also the email confirmation and the insurance information. I was very pleased with her patience and I'm very happy to be returning to the Pacific edge because it is an affordable hotel on the oceanfront in Laguna Beach. Thank you Brenna for all your assistance!

Date of experience: April 28, 2025
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Easy Booking
May 16, 2025

Bethany Jane did a great job with my reservation. She was patient with my questions and helped me resolve my questions about whether I had already double booked. I was very gappy either way her consideration and courtesy.

Date of experience: May 6, 2025
Nevada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Went the extra mile
May 10, 2025

I was trying to book a hotel a business trip, but it was sold out. Luis Eduardo was quick to find another hotel within range, and made the booking process feel flawless. He was patient, accommodating, and friendly.

Date of experience: April 30, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Miguel Angel
April 17, 2025

Miguel spent 46 minutes helping me in every way possible. Extremely curtious and funny. I have to say it was one of my most favorite booking time yet. I usually do online but that lol I did by phone. Wish I could get him all the time, he would be a reason I would book more. Thanks Miguel!

Date of experience: April 7, 2025
Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Woman Undeterred!
May 16, 2025

I'm so grateful for Mildred… She kept looking for ways in which she could find a place that I could afford. Lo and behold, it appeared and she shared and I was elated. Thank you so much for all your help.

Date of experience: May 6, 2025
Oklahoma
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Conference reservations
May 10, 2025

The young man that I dealt with was named Marc he was very knowledgeable and professional. He helped as much as he possibly could. He was very clear in the whole process of making reservations for six days

Date of experience: April 29, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Riverside Hotel
May 1, 2025

Alejandro Sergio walked me through booking a room for my son, and expectations for him to check in. Very friendly, very quick, and very enjoyable experience!

Date of experience: April 21, 2025
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Lauren@ reservations
May 16, 2025

I had issues with booking on line. Lauren helped get it corrected. I don't understand why I couldn't use my AMEX card but she said it had to do with it being a credit union. Hopefully the rate code - will work@ checkin

Date of experience: May 6, 2025
New York
1 review
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Very easy booking
April 20, 2025

Painless, less than 5 mins answered all my questions. But now it's painful because I need to write 100 characters on the stupid goddamn website to tell you guys that Luis the nice gentleman that helped me did a great job but this review system sucks $#*!. Just let us say that the person who helped us did a good job like what the $#*! bruh gahhtdam

Date of experience: April 10, 2025
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Dave Was Great!
April 19, 2025

Dave has been very helpful with a great accent to boot! I'm truly looking forward to my stay and Dave made me feel like I was going to be taken care of. I really appreciate that and I'm looking forward to seeing Vegas again!

Date of experience: April 9, 2025