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Cheap car rentals in Arlington

Economy$31/day
Compact$33/day
Intermediate$30/day
Standard$30/day
Full-size$29/day
Minivan$51/day
Full-size SUV$40/day
Luxury$40/day
Pickup truck$44/day
Standard SUV$32/day
Compact SUV$32/day
Intermediate SUV$33/day
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Top tips for renting a car in Arlington

  • Clay City station receives trains arriving in Arlington, Virginia. While it is occasionally busy, the terminal lacks car rental offices onsite. But this doesn’t mean you can’t get a vehicle from one of the cheap car rentals in Arlington. Numerous companies are willing to pick you up once you arrive at Clay City station. These include Alamo, Budget, Payless, Thrifty, Dollar, Enterprise, Avis, and National. You can also take the metro and travel to L’Enfant Plaza, where nearly half a dozen car rental companies have offices. Since Arlington features wide streets that are usually congestion-free, you are free to rent spacious vehicles such as minivans and full-size SUVs.
  • Renting a vehicle from Arlington car rentals adds a commendable degree of freedom to your city tour. While driving, it takes about 15min to get to Washington, DC, 5 miles away. The city is home to iconic sites such as the White House and the United States Capitol. You can also enjoy longer drives lasting roughly 20min to Annandale. While in Annandale, be sure to stroll through the numerous outdoor sceneries in the city, including Mason District Park and Hidden Oaks Nature Center. Baltimore is about 50 miles from Arlington, a driving distance of about 1h 20min. Baltimore has a range of marine attractions, such as the National Aquarium and the Maryland Science Center.
  • While cruising in your vehicle from cheap car rentals in Arlington, you come across temporary traffic build-up due to annual events. The Armed Forces Cycling Classic, which takes place in June, usually requires the closure of Wilson Boulevard. In August, the Arlington County Fair may call for the closure of the busy Marshall Drive. Road users can experience some congestion in the Arlington downtown area. The Marine Corps Marathon also features blocked roads as athletes comb through Arlington in competition. The event takes place in October.
  • If you want to experience the beauty that the city has to offer at your own pace, having a car rental in Arlington will provide you with the ultimate freedom. Transport is at the core of your travels and renting a car means you’ll have privacy, comfort, enough room for everyone, and freedom to let loose and have more fun. Renting a car is convenient as you can seamlessly navigate throughout the city. You’ll also find it easier to access nearby locations, such as Georgetown, which is approximately 15min away, or go as far as the Prince William Forest Park, which is 35 miles away, in about 45min.
  • Once you arrive at the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), you’ll find a rental car facility on the first floor of Terminal Garage A. You can opt to ride the Rental Car Shuttle that will take you directly to the rental car shop or walk there and follow the signs leading to Terminal Parking Garage A. This could take from about 10 to 15min depending on which of the three terminals you use. Here, you’ll find rental cars from various companies, including Alamo, Hertz, and Budget.
  • One crucial thing you should know about Virginia is that pedestrians have the right of way. Drivers must fully stop, and not just yield, when passengers are crossing on marked and unmarked crosswalks. Pedestrians also have the right of way at intersections, so be vigilant and aware, or risk a hefty fine. There’s also a hand-held law that prohibits any use of cell phones while driving. Additionally, Arlington is a bike-friendly community, so avoid parking in bike lanes, even partially.
  • There’s rarely traffic congestion in most areas of the county, but roads leading to the Francis Scott Key Memorial Bridge and the Theodore Roosevelt Bridge are an exception. Rush hour times are especially chaotic from 6am to 9am and 4pm to 8pm. If you visit Arlington county during the winter months, you should be wary of slick and slippery roads. The snow can get heavy during storms, and you may run into the county’s snowplow teams on the roads.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Arlington for $44 or less
  • Book your rental car in Arlington at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Off-airport rental car locations in Arlington are around 2% more expensive than airport locations on average
  • Economy rental cars in Arlington are around 60% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Arlington

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Arlington?

    Staying in Arlington means cruising to busy and bustling cities close by, so it would be ideal to rent an economy-sized car. A compact car will give you an easier time when maneuvering through city traffic and congested streets and trying to fit into narrow parking spots. You can get any type of car from car rentals in Arlington, from a hatchback to a coupe, sedan, minivan, or even a sports car depending on your capacity and budget.

  • What’s the speed limit in Arlington?

    The statutory speed limit in Arlington is 55mph for highways, unless otherwise posted. It decreases to 25mph in residential and business areas. If you’re renting a car in Arlington with the intention of venturing further into unpaved roads, keep in mind that the maximum speed limit stands at 35mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Arlington?

    Parking is a significant aspect of renting a car in any city, and it’s relatively affordable in Arlington. On most streets, parking is free for the first two hours, after which you should expect a relatively small fee. For long term parking, you’ll pay around $1.50 per hour, for short term parking around $1.75, and after 8pm, parking is free.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Arlington?

    On average a rental car in Arlington costs $54 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Arlington found in the last 2 weeks is $37.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Arlington?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Sixt ($31/day), Avis ($32/day) and Thrifty ($33/day).

  • What is the best rental car company in Arlington?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Arlington are Alamo (8.6, 143 reviews), Avis (6.7, 57 reviews), and Budget (6.6, 138 reviews).

  • How much is gas price in Arlington?

    The average gas price in Arlington is $4.12 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $49 and $66, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Arlington?

    Economy (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Arlington.

  • Which car rental companies are at Dulles Intl airport (IAD)?

    The only car rental company onsite at Dulles Intl airport is Hertz.

  • Which car rental companies are at Baltimore/Washington airport (BWI)?

    The only car rental company onsite at Baltimore/Washington airport is Hertz.

  • Which car rental companies are at Reagan-National airport (DCA)?

    The only car rental company onsite at Reagan-National airport is Hertz.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Dulles Intl airport (IAD)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Dulles Intl airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Hertz, Budget, Alamo, Advantage, Thrifty, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Silvercar, and National.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Baltimore/Washington airport (BWI)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Baltimore/Washington airport to off-airport locations include NextCar, Hertz, Payless, Dollar, Budget, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis, Thrifty, and National.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Reagan-National airport (DCA)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Reagan-National airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Hertz, Budget, Alamo, Advantage, Thrifty, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, E-Z Rent-A-Car, and National.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Arlington?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Arlington?

    An Economy car rental in Arlington costs $29 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in Arlington?

    A Standard car rental in Arlington costs $37 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Arlington?

    A Compact car rental in Arlington costs $40 per day, on average.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Arlington?

    On average a rental car in Arlington costs $380 per week ($54 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Arlington?

    On average a rental car in Arlington costs $1,628 per month ($54 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Arlington?

    Most car rental providers in Arlington offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Arlington, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

  • How many car agencies are operating in Arlington?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 15 car rental agencies in Arlington.

  • Which car rental companies in Arlington have updated their vehicle cleaning and safety policies because of Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

    Some car rental companies in Arlington which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Budget, Dollar and Alamo

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Arlington?

    Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Arlington?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Arlington so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

  • What roads charge a toll in Arlington?

    Paying a toll is necessary while driving on the I-66 during rush hours of either 6am to 9am or 4pm to 8pm. However, Arlington uses a dynamic tolling system. Road users can cruise toll-free when using the express lanes during off-peak hours.

  • Where are HOV lanes located in Arlington?

    There are several HOV lanes on the interstate highways that pass through Arlington. These include I-95, I-395, and I-495. The lanes are designated HOV-2 and HOV-3. While HOV-2 lanes allow cars with at least two passengers, HOV-3 pathways only allow cars with three or more occupants, including children.

Arlington car rental reviews and directory

Alamo

8.6

Very good

588 reviews
Best rated

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.6

Value for money

8.1

One location in Arlington

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from $58/day

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Ronald Reagan Wash Natl Airprt

+1 844 648 1608

Monday07:00 - 23:59
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4.0 Mediocre

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

I rented a midsize suv such as the RAV 4. Alamo initially offered a small mitsubishi "suv" at the garage. I declined and they provided an "upgrade" to a chevy equinox...another compact suv nice car but one class lower than the midsize billed. Very nice staff, but that was wrong.

10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Very friendly agent, great car.

2.0 Poor

Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Absolutely nothing.

Cons:

I didn't get to rent the car because after calling Alamo multiple times to confirm policies, I spent 30$ taking an Uber to the airport only to be told I had been given wrong information and they would not rent me the car. It nearly cost me a night of my vacation and I ultimately had to borrow a car at great inconvenience to a family member. Will never ever use Alamo again.

10.0 Wonderful

Dec 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was very capable and able to accommodate a larger vehicle based on our needs on the spot.

10.0 Wonderful

Dec 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

the staff was so welcoming and polite and made the process really easy

Cons:

nothing, excellent

4.0 Mediocre

Dec 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

I wasn't able to rent it. They wouldn not accept my credit card which was a visa debit/credit card.

1 out of 77

Avis

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.8

Value for money

6.5

4 locations in Arlington

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from $46/day

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1100 South Hayes Street

+1 571 451 1867

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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1211 N Glebe Road

+1 571 351 4038

Monday07:30 - 18:00
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2600 Richmond Highway

+1 703 419 5815

Monday07:00 - 23:59
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3206 10th Street North

+1 703 516 4202

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2022

KAYAK
pick up was easy; extending the rental was easy

8.0 Very good

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly and whole process was easy.

4.8 Mediocre

Jun 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

They ran out of cars at my pick up location, told me to go to the airport for my car, and then the airport location said they couldn’t honor my reservation so I paid twice as much.

Cons:

Being able to pick up the car where I wanted to pick it up. Being told the truth at the first location.

5.2 Fair

Apr 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes

2.0 Poor

Jan 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Not lying about the price

5.2 Fair

Oct 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly

Cons:

Decreases wait times in the line, clean cars and more value in the per day rental price given the add ons

1 out of 20

Budget

Most popular

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

6.4

4 locations in Arlington

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from $49/day

Locations in Arlington

1100 South Hayes Street

+1 571 451 1869

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
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1211 N Glebe Road

+1 571 351 4306

Monday07:30 - 18:00
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Saturday09:00 - 14:00
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2600 Richmond Highway

+1 703 872 0320

Monday07:00 - 23:59
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3206 10th Street North

+1 703 812 0921

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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4.0 Mediocre

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Second time booking with budget and they have manage to bill me twice each time for vehicle that had prepaid

8.0 Very good

Oct 2022

KAYAK
the car wasn't clean as expected

2.0 Poor

Oct 2022

KAYAK
It said on the website debit card authorization, but due to airport policy I was unable to pick up without a credit card. Therefore I didn't receive my rental. The garage area also had poor reception when I had to work with Discover.

2.0 Poor

Sep 2022

KAYAK
I switched Budget locations from Reagan Airport to Lanham. This review pertains to the Lanham location.

6.0 Okay

May 2022

KAYAK
The car really wasn’t that clean. Lots of dust all over the dashboard. The floor wasn’t very clean.

10.0 Wonderful

May 2022

KAYAK
Was great experience

1 out of 54

Payless

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.8

Value for money

5.7

One location in Arlington

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2500 National Avenue

+1 800 729 5377

Monday09:00 - 14:00
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6.0 Okay

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Clean car

Cons:

Difficult to find staff at dc airport - mixed with Avis and others

2.4 Poor

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Absolutely nothing - The entire experience was a nightmare.

Cons:

The car they initially rented to me was broken and required software updates. There were no tenants around to help. I received my second car over an hour later and was unhappy with it due to the car being uncomfortable and full of blind spots (it was different than what I rented as well -- and definitely not any sort of an upgrade or similar to what I rented). The second car they gave me had a bald tire and I experienced a blow out less than 300 feet from the garage door in the driveway leading to/from the rental location. And then they charged me for the blow out.

4.8 Mediocre

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Long wait. Excessive and repeated attempts at upselling despite telling them I wasn’t interested

2.8 Poor

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

I was able to get a different call after all the warning lights on my first car came on.

Cons:

People working at the airport were not helpful at all; the payless call center foes not exist; no one gave me a copy of my contract after I left the airport to get my car; no one at avis or budget rental could find my contract - I had to drive to a special payless location to find someone who could look up my contract.

4.0 Mediocre

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

The cancellation policy was unclear when making the booking. It was unclear how to report the dents I located on the car before I drove away. I paid the DAILY rate, picked up the car at noon, and indicated initially I would return at 9PM. When I inquired about returning the car the next morning instead (4th of July in DC, all the access points to highways were closed to it was extremely difficult to get to the airport), they told me I had to pay a $65 extension fee even though I had paid the equivalent of 24 hours.

6.0 Okay

Jun 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

There wasn’t anyone to receive the car at drop off and they didn’t check in the car.

1 out of 25

Thrifty

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.4

Value for money

5.8

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1 Aviation Circle

+1 877 283 0898

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
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8.0 Very good

May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Did not get any email after returning the card, The guy at the airport told me I will get an email. Still waiting

2.0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The drop off worked well.

Cons:

Terrible pick up at national airport. Waited in line for 4 hours. So, Thrifty rented out way too many cars with far too few staff. There were only 2 persons at the counter and frequently one would leave - reasons unknown. Then AFTER finally getting to the counter, we had to wait ANOTHER 45 MINUTES for our vehicle to be ready. THEN, while driving on our leg from Washington to Nashville (1st day of trip to Dallas), we got a low tire pressure warning. Stopped immediately, called Thrifty, waiting on and off hold for almost 2 hours - only to be hung up on in the end. Had to fend for ourselves and by the grace of god only, reached our destination. Never rent again from Thrifty, ever.

2.0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

I did not like this experience at all. I went on April 30, 2021 for a 4 pm pickup. They had one person at the counter running thrifty, dollar and even hertz customers at one point. A long line was already formed by the time I arrived to pick up a van I "reserved". I ended up waiting for about 50 mins and in that time an even longer line formed down toward the stairwell. While waiting in line the lady announced that there would be a 45 min delay in getting a vehicle. I was hoping that only applied to people who did not have "reservations", although I do not wish that delay on anyone. When it was my turn I was prepared for the worse and was told that reservations do not matter because they do not have any vehicles available. Then she blamed customers for not returning them and for returning them dirty. If that was the case then do not allow people to reserve vehicles that are not available. I left without the vehicle I reserved in advance. Waste of time.

Cons:

Have more people working at the counter. Do not allow for reservations unless the vehicle is actually available. It makes no sense to assume that customers will return a vehicle on the day and time they are suppose to and overlap reservations by letting people reserve that same vehicle for that time. It leaves no room for error, which seems to have happened to everyone that waited in that line for close to an hour.

2.0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

No

Cons:

Yes

2.0 Poor

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

It was clean

Cons:

Pick up: waited over an hour to get a car because they had no cars (I had a reservation) 20 other people had this same problem. Car: was an older car. No CarPlay, so had to look at my phone for gps. If I’m paying hundreds of dollars for a car rental, I should I least get a newer car.

6.0 Okay

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

There was only one person working the counter and over 15 customers in line. The wait was over an hour long.

1 out of 36

Dollar

4.9

Mediocre

452 reviews
Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.9

Value for money

5.1

One location in Arlington

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1 Aviation Circle

+1 866 434 2226

Monday07:00 - 23:59
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2.0 Poor

Sep 2023

KAYAK
I don’t recommend

6.0 Okay

May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

The return was a disaster. We input our drop off time of 5 am. Never received instructions for an after or before hours drop off. The gate was down and there was no access to drop off the vehicle. We ended up going through another rental companies gate and were forced to leave the car within the dollar return lot with no attendant. To date we’ve received no correspondence as to the close out of our contract because when we call customer service we get a message that they are closed. We did call the 800 number abs was told by attendant that she had closed our record with an email as prof that was never received.

6.0 Okay

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Drop off was easy.

Cons:

I paid for a mid-size car and received what I would consider a compact car. Rental car pick up line was slow.

2.0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The drop-off was easy and the truck drove very well.

Cons:

The check-in was awful. The line was super long and there was no additional help at the counter. Although I pre-registered, it still took over 1.5 hours in the line. I specifically booked a pick-up truck 2 months early. When I got there, I was informed that they did not have a truck and one had to be brought in - another 1.5 hour wait. It's like they were surprised I was coming. It caused me to miss my appointments on the day of pickup. It was a very very frustrating experience.

2.0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

The attendant lied and I was charged for the expanse.

4.0 Mediocre

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Reception staff was excellent. Very helpful and walked us to our car. Drop-off very mediocre. Person on duty was not pleasant. He was just there.

Cons:

Drop-off staff could be more attentive. Value very mediocre, great car. But extra-charge so my wife could drive -- we declined. I understand COVID effect on the economy and particularly on travel industry. But price and experience seems a bit out of sync with the recovery.

1 out of 102

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.8

Very good

82 reviews

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.1

Value for money

8.4

6 locations in Arlington

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1560 Wilson Blvd, Suite 150

+1 703 528 6466

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2778 S Arlington Mill Dr

+1 703 820 7100

Monday07:30 - 18:00
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2804 S Eads St

+1 703 418 7240

Monday07:30 - 18:00
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601 N Randolph St

+1 703 243 5404

Monday07:30 - 18:00
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720 N Glebe Rd

+1 703 243 5404

Monday07:30 - 18:00
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Ronald Reagan Wash Natl Airprt

+1 844 648 1606

Monday07:00 - 23:59
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4.0 Mediocre

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Reserved a mini-van online and called Enterprise support to confirm that mini-van will be available that weekend. They assured that either mini-van or something similar will be available that weekend. Then got a call a day before that they couldn't guarantee the vehicle that I wanted. I ended up getting a small SUV. Very disappointing!

Cons:

This car company doesn't seemed to guarantee a vehicle you reserve online. I went through couple Enterprise rental location and both couldn't provide mini-van or large SUV.

8.0 Very good

Dec 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

It would have been better if the attendant located my reservation with the reservation number as opposed to scanning my drivers license. It would have saves 30 minutes.

9.2 Wonderful

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

All was easy!

Cons:

The price was high compared to rental prices I’ve experienced before. It was a big chunk of our weekend expense.

10.0 Wonderful

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Nothing it was outstanding I really appreciate you all

9.2 Wonderful

Jun 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff friendly. Easy pick up and drop off.

Cons:

Bit of a line up at 9 when it opened so took 30 minutes to get the car.

10.0 Wonderful

May 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff at Crystal City location very nice and helpful. Car was great, super comfortable, and the price was fantastic.

1 out of 14

E-Z Rent-A-Car

6.0

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.4

Value for money

6.0

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2600 Jefferson Davis HWY

+1 703 838 1666

Monday05:30 - 23:59
Tuesday05:30 - 23:59
Wednesday05:30 - 23:59
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Friday05:30 - 23:59
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2.0 Poor

Sep 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

notify whether it's cancelable or not

7.6 Good

May 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

The car smelled like body odor

7.6 Good

Sep 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Car was nice and clean. People were nice

Cons:

Awkward meeting point for off airport pickup. Pretty slow process vs some of the name brands

3.2 Poor

Mar 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

The car was pretty clean and drove decently. There were no major dents or scratches.

Cons:

Pick up was done with an agent that was a bit less than friendly. The car was in desperate need of an oil change and tune-up. Drop off was even worse! The man that did The Returned was abrupt and barely willing to help me in any way with my luggage or anything else. The woman who was driving the shuttle for me back to the airport insisted that I get out in spite of the cold weather and walk so that she didn't have to be inconvenienced by dropping me off at the normal stop. It was cold, I was hauling three pieces of luggage and it only made my experience that much worse! One of the three gentlemen who were on the shuttle who have been picked up at the stop (and had waited far longer than they had expected) called this service "not so ez" car rental. I now understand why he called it that. I won't rent with this service again.

2.0 Poor

Feb 2018

KAYAK

Cons:

Our airplane was slightly delayed but still arrived before midnight which is when E-Z rent-A-car closes. But for whatever reason they decided to close at 11PM, before we even landed, which left us stranded and looking for an available car rental at the airport when all other agencies were closing soon. Fortunately we did find one but ended up spending nearly 7 times as much for the car. I have half a mind to file a complaint with the BBB and get EZ to pay for this since it's their fault we were left in that situation. I will NEVER rent a car with them again.

2.0 Poor

Feb 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing, EZ rental seems like a scam did not pick up rental

Cons:

They do not properly inform customers and try to add hidden charges.

1 out of 7

National

8.6

Very good

11 reviews

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.3

Value for money

8.3

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Ronald Reagan Wash Natl Airprt

+1 844 648 1607

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

The calculation at the end was wrong. The person at national fixed it on the spot.

10.0 Wonderful

Dec 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Got a luxury coupe so that was a very pleasant surprise. Fast ride and felt just right for our vacation.

Cons:

When I was first choosing a ride, I was told the car had apple CarPlay, but it in fact did not have that so putting on my navigation was a bit difficult at first but we made it work. I got the 2018 q60 3.0t awd.

10.0 Wonderful

Nov 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

They had my car ready with no delays. Car was perfect

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

We were able to find a large.SUV at the last minute for our trip at a great rate that also included insurance.

8.0 Very good

Apr 2022

KAYAK
We picked up at Airport but we didn't fly in and it was a little tricky getting to the office when we were driving in. Once inside we went to the National Desk but there was no one there, the issue was that there was a window open and it had a coat on the chair so it looked like someone had just stepped away. We waited, knocked and called out but no one came. Finally a worker passing by said we needed to go to the Alamo window and that did work fine But there should have been some sign at the National desk telling us to do that. The rest of our experiences were very good.

1 out of 2

Sixt

7.6

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.7

Value for money

7.9

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2500 National Avenue

+1 888 749 8227

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2023

KAYAK
Awesome

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2023

KAYAK
Fabulous service. We had the friendliest employee at the Sixt desk who explained. everything in detail. The car he recommended to us for our purpose (as we had 7 pieces of luggage) was perfect.

2.0 Poor

Jul 2023

KAYAK
There was a long delay before the lot attendant could get me a car, and the car only had 2/3 a tank of gas. Not to mention it had been in an accident on the front passenger bumper and the app/link to log all of that in doesn’t work. The attendant noted it, but this is a crappy way to do business. Extremely unprofessional to be given a car that wasn’t cleaned properly, had obvious damage and lacked a full tank of gas. Second time in this has happened in the past few weeks.

4.0 Mediocre

Jul 2023

KAYAK
No one available to inspect upon pickup. Upon return they say you are fine and the 24 hours later they say there is an issue.

2.0 Poor

Jun 2023

KAYAK
I was required to pay for an expensive upgraded vehicle because the one I rented was apparently not available. Advertised price is a lie. This company is a scam.

6.0 Okay

Jun 2023

KAYAK
Speedy service person(s). Price, fees, taxes, $, $, $.... Location at airport requires shuttle. Would have expected a classier model, even for the base/economy class, but overall decent experience.

1 out of 7

Hertz

5.0

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.3

Value for money

4.6

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1401 Lee Highway

+1 703 243 1093

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
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1700 Richmond Highway

+1 703 271 5245

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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5.6 Fair

Nov 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

The car itself was nice.

Cons:

6 hours before the pick up time, I received a call telling me that the car likely would not be available. We had reserved a mini van so we could drive our son from D.C. to college in Chicago. I expressed extreme concern because it was now too late to change our plans and rent from another company. The agent indicated that he would call back shortly with an update, while he tried to locate a minivan. He did not call back. We contacted him 6 hours later and he had not even tried to locate a minivan. He then agreed (again) to look for a minivan. He called back 2 hours later and indicated that he thought it was likely he could secure a large SUV, but that instead of it being available that evening as we had reserved and requested, it would be available in the morning. Then, when we showed up at the pick up spot the next morning (Key Bridge Marriott), the agent was not there. We called his number, only to find out that the agent and the SUV were at the Crystal City Marriott. We were already delayed overnight in leaving on our trip, but we then had to drive to Crystal City to pick up the SUV. While the SUV was excellent, the experience was horrible. I have rented from Hertz for 30 years, and this was the absolute worst experience I have ever had.

2.0 Poor

Aug 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

I'm still fuming. At 5 pm the night before my early morning departure on a one way 600-mile road trip, Hertz in Arlington called me to say that they did not have an SUV for me to rent. No car at all, no help finding a replacement and barely an apology. Terrible, terrible service. I am still shocked.

Cons:

Hertz could have made it right. The last-minute rental I was lucky to find from Budget cost almost triple the price, but I had no options. Hertz customer service offered a weak apology and a $50 voucher for my next rental. Very, very poor effort. I expected better from Hertz. Never again!

2.8 Poor

Aug 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Absolutely nothing. Had a booking reserved and had to call and talk for 15 minutes on the phone with the employee who told me there was nothing he could do.

Cons:

The employee at the pickup location literally told me on the phone that I should have called ahead to make sure he had a car. He said he didnt have any cars and couldnt do anything. I told him this was unacceptable and was pointed to a helpline, who just left me stranded in DC waiting on a call.

2.0 Poor

Jun 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing, everything was terrible, they did not have my mini van. It was the worst experience I've ever had renting a vehicle as I was depending on the minivan to move, I had the loading dock at my apt. scheduled and no vehicle. Hertz never notified me that my vehicle was not there.

Cons:

Everything, could have called me, could have told me a different location to get the minivan. I probably will never rent with Hertz again.

4.4 Mediocre

May 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

No one was at the counter when I arrived and I had to wait for 45 minutes. I was in such a rush at that point that I only checked the outside of the car, but when I got home realized that the interior looked as though it hadn’t been cleaned for months.

8.8 Very good

Apr 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

ONLY1 EMPLOYEE. HE WAS FRIENDLY. HE WAS RUNNING 2 LOCATION SAME TIME. HE NEED TO GO ONE PLACE TO ANOTHER PLACE. HARD TO HANDLE AND ANSWER PHONE TO CUSTOMER AS I NOTICE.

Cons:

Need help to run more employee for 2 location.

1 out of 4

Kyte

8.4

Very good

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Please Go To The Advantage Counter

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1 Aviation Cir, Arlington, , USA Washington DC

+1 914 368 0091

Monday10:00 - 23:30
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