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Hoover car rentals from $28/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in Hoover with a pick-up date of 6/8 and drop-off date of 6/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap car rentals in Hoover

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Economy$30/day
Compact$30/day
Intermediate$29/day
Full-size$33/day
Minivan$50/day
Full-size SUV$47/day
Premium$43/day
Luxury$49/day
Pickup truck$43/day
Supplier choice$28/day
Intermediate SUV$38/day
Standard SUV$42/day
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Hoover

  • The many golf courses in Hoover make it a popular destination for vacationers who would like to enjoy playing golf during their stay in the city. Booking car rentals in Hoover enhances your convenience when accessing these golf courses as well as various other attraction sites. Riverchase Country Club Clubhouse is one of the golf courses you can visit with your rental car in Hoover. The rented car allows you to carry your golf equipment conveniently as well as other personal belongings.
  • Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) is the main entry point for visitors arriving in Hoover by air. The airport has an on-site rental car facility housing all the major Hoover car rentals, including Hertz, Thrifty, Avis, Enterprise, and Budget. The rental car facility is in section 1B on the parking deck's ground level. This is a walkable distance from the baggage claim. Each of the car rental companies has displayed signposts to guide visitors from the baggage claim area all the way to the car rental counter.
  • When driving in Hoover, always keep in mind that most of the roads in downtown Hoover are narrow, with motorists making turns at any slightest opportunity. Maintain a lower speed any time you are driving on any of these roads, and keep a close eye on the other motorists. Navigating the intersection on Patton Chapel Road, which involves turning onto Chapel Lane or turning onto Preserve Parkway, is quite challenging to drivers who are new in town. Always ask your rental car provider to customize the GPS app to allow you to navigate the city as one of the locations.
  • It is difficult driving your car in Hoover during the morning and evening rush hours. In particular, the worst time to drive your rented car is Friday between 5 pm and 6 pm. During this time, traffic congestion is heaviest on most of the roads in Hoover, with Patton Chapel Road being the most affected. If you must use this road during this time to connect to your destination, you should consider departing 30 minutes early than the supposed time.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Hoover for $38 or less
  • Book your rental car in Hoover at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate rental cars in Hoover are around 57% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Hoover

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

    On average a rental car in Hoover costs $46 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 Hoover found in the last 2 weeks is $34.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Hoover?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Hertz ($28/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Hertz 1694 Montg0mery Hwy Ste 180 35216 (1 miles from city center).

  • How much is gas price in Hoover?

    The average gas price in Hoover is $3.93 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $47 and $63, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Hoover?

    Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Hoover.

  • Which car rental companies are at Birmingham airport (BHM)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Birmingham airport include Hertz, Dollar, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo, Avis, Thrifty, Payless and National.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Birmingham airport (BHM)?

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

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

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

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Hoover?

    An Intermediate car rental in Hoover costs $33 per day, on average.

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

    A Compact car rental in Hoover costs $34 per day, on average.

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

    An Economy car rental in Hoover costs $38 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Hoover?

    In Hoover, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz 2691 Pelham Parkway (6 miles from city center).

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

    On average a rental car in Hoover costs $321 per week ($46 per day).

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

    On average a rental car in Hoover costs $1,377 per month ($46 per day).

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

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

  • How many car agencies are operating in Hoover?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 2 car rental agencies in Hoover.

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

    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 Hoover?

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

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

    Car rentals in Hoover provide a variety of cars, including economy, compact SUVs, and intermediate SUVs. The number of people the car should carry and the nature of the destination will have an impact on the car you choose. An economy car is your best choice if you're traveling alone or with one other person. If you are going with family or friends, think about a compact SUV or intermediate SUV, which can fit four or five people, respectively. Intermediate SUVs, with their large ground clearance, are also a good choice if you're headed to off-road destinations.

  • What is the speed limit in Hoover?

    The speed limits to observe when driving your car in Hoover vary considerably from one road to the other. If you are driving on roads with four or more lanes, you should observe a speed limit of 65 mph. On other roads, unless otherwise indicated, the speed limit is 55 mph. The speed limit on all non-paved county roads is 35 mph. When driving on Interstate highways, the speed limit is 70 mph, except in sections indicated otherwise. The city has speed cameras placed in strategic locations to help curb speed limit violations among Hoover travelers.

  • Where are the best places to park in Hoover?

    Public parking garages provide safe, affordable, and convenient parking options for drivers in Hoover. Buccaneer Dr. Parking and John Hawkins Parkway Parking are some of the places you can reliably get a space to park your car. These parking lots are open 24 hours every day and allow all types of cars. Hotel parking is another popular parking option. Most of the hotels in Hoover offer free parking to their visitors. Although hotel parking is more cost-effective, it is limited to drivers staying at one of the hotels in the city.

Hoover car rental reviews and directory

Hertz

4.4

Mediocre

17 reviews
Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.5

Value for money

4.4

One location in Hoover

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Locations in Hoover

1694 Montg0mery Hwy Ste 180

+1 205 978 5053

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
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Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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2.0 Poor

Feb 2024

KAYAK
I made a reservation for Friday am at 8 am several days in advance. After waiting in line about 15 minutes, they told me that they were still waiting for cars and didn’t have one for me and they would unlikely have one that day. I understand things happen but there was no communication that they could not fulfill the reservation. Very disappointing to say the least.

10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2023

KAYAK
Hertz didn't have my reservation. Enterprise asked me to come back in a hour/...Caleb was wonderful to work with and had me in a car within the hour and made me feel like i was doing him a favor instead of the other way around, I will use him and enterprise from here on out.

2.0 Poor

Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Slow, inconsiderate staff. Car was not ready. Other customers who arrived 20-30 minutes after me received their vehicles before I did. When I asked why there was a delay, the office staff went though a back door to “find out what was going on” but never returned. There was no other staff present in the main office area for 10 minutes.

Cons:

The car should have been cleaned and ready to go. I selected the 8:00 pickup time for a very specific reason. The car not being ready delayed my departure and created a significant inconvenience for me the rest of that day. The staff was slow and inconsiderate.

2.0 Poor

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

The booking was approved for a time after the location was closed and they were not able/willing to find a location that could rent on the same day. Was required to rent from a different company at the airport.

10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly staff, clean new car, easy drop off

Cons:

Not super clear about how much gas I needed to leave in the car. I started with 2/8 of tank but didn’t want to pay $9.99/gallon upon returning so I filled it up??

4.8 Mediocre

Jul 2018

KAYAK

Cons:

I called earlier in the day to ask for an earlier pick up time and I was was told a flat out “No”. I was disappointed there was no assistance with this issue.

1 out of 4

Thrifty

6.8

Okay

No reviews available

Best rated

One location in Hoover

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Locations in Hoover

1694 Montgomery Highway

+1 205 978 5053

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

No score available yet

5 locations in Hoover

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2143 Pelham Pkwy

+1 205 403 7455

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

2551 John Hawkins Pkwy

+1 205 823 4446

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3328 Old Columbiana Rd

+1 205 823 4446

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday12:00 - 15:00

400 Palisades Blvd

+1 205 414 9393

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

4704 Cahaba River Rd Ste J

+1 205 991 6222

Monday00:00 - 00:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Very quick check in and return process

Cons:

The insurance I purchased for the rental didn't show in their system. Transmitting the data to the rental company would be nice.

10.0 Wonderful

May 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

staff was friendly, pick was quick, and return was super easy.

7.6 Good

Oct 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Good service. Pleasant helpful employees.

Cons:

Exterior of car could’ve been cleaner

10.0 Wonderful

May 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Service -- esp. the lady at the St. Pete airport. She was very social and professional -- wish I remembered her name.

10.0 Wonderful

Nov 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

liked

10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

Car was perfect, rental agent was very helpful and easy to work with. Thanks Enterprise!!!

Cons:

Nothing

1 out of 2

Avis

No score available yet

One location in Hoover

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Locations in Hoover

3439 Colonnade Parkway Ste 700

+1 205 991 6201

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday09:00 - 12:00
Thursday09:00 - 12:00
Friday09:00 - 12:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00

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2.0 Poor

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Horrible experience. No car received.

2.0 Poor

Jul 2023

KAYAK
They scheduled me at 1 certain location for pickup at 12:00 on Saturday. We get there to pickup the car, and they were closed. We spend 30 minutes on the phone trying to reserve for another location. We ended up having to drive 20 minutes away to another location at the airport. Not only was this location going to charge me $200 MORE to rent a car, but the associate I had trying to “help” me was the rudest person I’ve encountered in a long time. He acted like he was mad that I walked into his place of work. He huffed and puffed everytime I had a question. When I asked why it was going to be $284 instead of the original $78 the other location was going to charge me, he said “because it is.” by the end of it I told him thank you but I would just go find another place to rent a car. He said “that would be great. Bye.” Horrible experience. 100000000% do NOT recommend this company.

2.0 Poor

Jul 2023

KAYAK
I called ahead of time to confirm my reservation and was told my SUV would be ready at my scheduled reservation time. When I arrived the car hadn’t been cleaned at all. I received a different car with a half empty gas tank. I was charged for an SUV rental even though I was not given an suv. Staff at the Birmingham Avis location was disorganized and less than friendly. My final bill was $120 more than the price I agreed to at reservation time. The Dulles Avis location was very professional and took care of the issue for me. It still made the drop off process long and inconvenient. I will never rent from the Birmingham Avis again. Don’t let the low prices fool you. There are much better options!

6.0 Okay

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Reservation cancelled the day before rental due to lack of cars. Made a different reservation and had a 45 minute wait at the reservation counter

2.0 Poor

Oct 2022

KAYAK
I couldn’t get the car

10.0 Wonderful

May 2022

KAYAK
Great vehicle, and friendly staff. One note about BHM airport- there’s no real “return” for cars- you just pull into the garage and park the vehicle in an Avis space, and go to the booth to turn in the keys,

1 out of 7

Budget

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One location in Hoover

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Locations in Hoover

451-B Southgate Drive

+1 205 988 0188

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
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5.6 Fair

Jun 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Easy pick up and drop off.

Cons:

Cat was not very clean. The guy cleaning just gave it a rush job. The car itself was terrible. It didn't drive well.

3.6 Poor

Jan 2017

KAYAK

Cons:

Budget charged me $150 more than we agreed to.

1 out of 1

63 travelers who rented a car in Hoover gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.9

Car rental locations in or near Hoover

Good to know

Most popular agency

Hertz

Most popular car type

Intermediate

Average price

$46/day

Good deal

$38/day

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