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EconomyBookings receives mixed feedback, with notable strengths in the professionalism and efficiency of some rental partners, contributing to positive customer experiences. However, a significant number of reviews highlight serious concerns regarding transparency, poor communication, and unresponsive customer service. Customers frequently report issues with booking confirmations, unclear cancellation policies, and difficulties in obtaining refunds, leading to frustration and financial loss. Overall, while there are isolated instances of satisfactory service, the overarching sentiment suggests a need for improved clarity in terms and conditions, as well as a more responsive customer support approach.
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Rented economy car in Brazil for good price and took the full coverage option. Coverage could be cheaper. Abd should give option to cross over to other countries.
We arrive at the airport around 3 pm to pick up a recent booking, the employee told us that they can afford a car for us until 10 pm. I called to cancel my reservation and the person told me that the number confirmation does not exist and she email me a new one. I was telling them that I wanted to cancel my reservation, but in order to do that I had to send an email to an address that does not exist. I try called 3 times and they did not pick up the phone, after that I called at night and they told me that the "new confirmation number" does not exist in their system. Worst services ever! I solve using the help in their website and not gave me a complete refund.
I had a good experience overall using the economy bookings. I did call the rental car company after booking to confirm they received the same details and it was confirmed so I felt better about using them for the first time. I printed my vouchers and brought them in and didn't have a problem. I have already referred economy bookings to a few others and recommended they use them for better rates and affordability. I would recommend again. I just hope they are able to keep rates low and remain affordable.
I had booked a car reservation for 2 weeks with them. When I pickup my car the company did not accept the canadian insurance. That was the first time I have this issue. I read the term and conditions and nothing was written about Canadian insurance. They mentioned Puerto Rico but not Canada. I called economy booking because it was an extra of 250$ on the lease! They were unable to find me another rental location at the same price and I had to pay the 250$. So what ever is in the term and conditions, they don't care.
This company charged $110 in taxes and fees for a four day rental@ $17 daily. I was charged $180 total to use this company and they were not helpful with explanation of the charges. Very disappointing and not helpful what so ever! Will not use ever again!
We booked a car but we were late in Rome, so we tried to change our booking on a next day, but it was impossible and they refused to return our money. We then rent a car by ourselves with Sicily by Car and everything was fine.
We had booked a car reservation through EconomyBookings.com due to death in family. Travel restrictions caused a problem and we tried to cancel this reservation. Every time I tried to call the number, they were closed ( they are in another country). The website said to go to your reservation and click cancel button. NO BUTTON EXISTS. When I finally got through to a person, they wouldn't let me even shorten the contract by ONE DAY. NEVER AGAIN!
The EconomyBooking service is a shame. I will never use anymore this service.
I have asked econnomybookink to pick up the car earlier from 6:30PM to 10AM. I had to wait 4 hours in the air port. The car was available but the econnomybooking staf does not want to ask hertz to give me the car before 2PM. But econnomybooking still charge me 1 additional day. Perhaps they wait the afternoon to not pay Hertz this additional day they charge me.
My voucher number was B*******
Rental was offsite. My rental was suppose to be a Rav 4 and was given an old dodge caravan. Tires were bald and had to use a code to get in gate to return car at 8pm. Had to Uber back to airport. NEVER will use this site again!!!
I made a car reservation with Economy Bookings not knowing I needed a credit card. They told me about it after I had paid the reservation (isn`t that a scam?). They didn't warn me at all. I cancelled the booking right away because I don't have a credit card (just a debit card). I couldn't book the car, and still they want to charge me 45. Don`t use their services under any circumstance.
This reservation was booked for business and when the flight was delayed and I called to cancel the reservation because the car company rented from wasn't open when the plane got us there I was told I was being transferred to be hung up on twice. I then called back sit on hold for over 6 minutes and was transferred directly to a survey line with no human every speaking to me. This happened on 2 seperate calls. I have put in an email request and was told it takes 7-10 days. I guess we will dispute on the company card when the bill arrives.
Very easy to find the car rental office, the car was ready on arrival. Very quick to process and we were off on our way. Easy to return the car and drop off. Would recommend to anyone travelling to Melbourne
Fantastic service from start to finish including the transfer bus on both trips - simply exceptional service. Thank you!
SCAMMER COMPANY... DON'T RENT FROM THESE PEOPLE... YOU WILL BE DISAPPOINTED. THE PRICE QUOTED WILL NOT BE CORRECT AMOUNT. MANY FEES AND EXTRA CHARGES WILL BE ADDED TO BILL AND YOU CAN'T REFUSE EVEN IF YOU DON'T WANT IT. RIP OFF COMPANY
The sole purpose of this company is to rip off unsuspecting customers looking for affordable rental offers. The whole concept is to scam you into a seemingly affordable car rental, however once you arrive at your destination and try to get the car that you booked using EconomyBookings, the car rental service in charge denies any connection to this scamming site and offers a horrendously overpriced car with an insane insurance cost. Last summer we booked a VW Golf with full insurance coverage for a few days in Barcelona using EconomyBookings, however, having arrived in Barcelona the rental service GOLDCAR (which is probably also a part of the scam) denied the fact that we've made and fully payed our reservation. As you can imagine, we refused to pay the insane amount that GOLDCAR was now offering and had to get around the city by foot. Vacation destroyed thanks to this scamming criminal site. After the vacation I spent several hours calling EconomyBookings, all in all 10 calls over the course of 5 months. Every single time nothing but promises, never seen my money returned until this day. Huge disappointment. As I said, a total scam, people making money at the cost of other people's nerves and vacations. Avoid at all costs. Hope you go bankrupt soon and the criminals in charge get sent to jail for long!
I cancelled my reservation the day that I booked. It has already been 16 days and I've yet to receive my refund. Today, an email arrived stating that the refund was made but it could still take 7 more days. This is ridiculous. Will never use them again.
Quick service. Staff member spoke excellent English which was appreciated. Brand new car in excellent condition.
We were very impressed by the attitude and customer service of the staff behind the desk. We witnessed one customer turn up who was very short on time for his flight and the courtesy bus had not long left. Without hesitation one of the young male employees took the keys and told them he would give them a lift to the airport himself so they could make their flight. Customer service above and beyond.
9.5 The highlight of my experience was the helpfulness of the staff. I was especially grateful for the assistance of Willie Lemons, a service worker with GCA who asked me if I need help when I did not see a car I liked. He asked me what would meet my needs. He found a car for me and asked me if I was willing to wait while it was washed, then he brought it out for me. Willie truly provided me with VIP service! Sherletta Graves was another staff member who was friendly and helpful on two occasions. First, I returned a car and took the keys with me, she promptly called me and left me a message. When I returned her call she was very nice with no threats of additional charges, simply the request to return the keys as soon as possible (I returned the next day). My second interaction with her was on my last rental return before leave Atlanta, again she was very polite yet remembered me and took the time to insure that I was satisfied with everything. There were other team members who provided me with outstanding service as I rented twice during my visit but unfortunately I do not know there names. Overall, I left Atlanta with a high regard for all the employees in your rental area! Please give my thanks to the Thrifty and GCA Team members. Sincerely, Anita, USA
Everything went smoothly at the car rental counter. I was in and out in under 10 minutes. I was happy with the car and the price of the car rental.
Answer: They do not just delay. When something goes wrong, they never intend to make good ony any of their promises: they do not call or write back, they do not follow up, and sure as hell they do not pay you anything unless you force them to, and that (in my experience) can only be done via the courts. This company is rotten and everyone should stay away from them.
Answer: Economy Booking is based in Europe and is impossible to deal with. I would never use them again. I got my money back (the down payment taken off at the time of booking) by using better Business Bureau and going after the US rental company.
Answer: A complete shambolic company that cons people out of money!
Answer: Theft Company (Economy Booking) ever because they will steal your money and they don't respect the customer.
Answer: You can't. They aren't to be trusted
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