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From $79/dayRated #1
Hertz
Best rated
Most popular
7.5 Good (39 reviews)
1 location in Montrose
Hertz
Locations in Montrose
2100 Airport Road+1 970 240 8464
Monday
08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday
08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday
08:30 - 17:30
Thursday
08:30 - 17:30
Friday
08:30 - 17:30
Saturday
08:30 - 17:30
Sunday
08:30 - 17:30
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8
7.4
7.4
7.8
Recent reviews
4.0 OkayMay 7 2022
Hertz customer service was terrible. In order to simply ask a question on the phone, they wanted to charge me 5%. Of course, it was impossible to find the answer to my question on the website.
6.0 GoodMar 31 2022
service at the Hertz desk ay Montrose airport was very slow
4.0 OkayFeb 12 2022
Waited close to an hour to get my car because they were "cleaning it". It came dirty and they knew our flight and arrival time.
2.0 MediocreFeb 7 2022
I was charged $90 at time of booking. I thought I would pay at the counter. Disgusting I won't book with Hertz again.
8.0 ExcellentJan 25 2022
The car was not more than we needed. The price was excellent.
2.0 MediocreJan 15 2022
Rude and inconsiderate staff at Montrose airport Hertz. Would never recommend renting from that location. Avis immediately next door was much easier to rent from with pleasant staff.
2.0 MediocreDec 27 2021
USB in car did not work and we had no music or GPS for 1 week. Manager at location refused to give discount. I will never rent from Hertz or via Kayak again if I do not get a Credit on this rental.
10.0 ExcellentNov 29 2021
Evening was good tk
1.9 HorribleAug 31 2021
Picking up car took almost 2 hrs. Not enough cars were available cleaned and delivered.
4.0 OkayMay 17 2021
Easy location to accessStuck driving a cargo van with "Hertz" plastered on the side through the Rocky Mountains. Not the easiest of drives in a vehicle I was not comfortable driving.
Staff was flexible and helpful accommodating my scheduleCheck the fuel level in your rental vehicle at time of pickup, mine was 3/4 full
10.0 ExcellentApr 24 2017
Totally AwesomeThe staff was extremely helpful and friendlyNothing
10.0 ExcellentMar 7 2017
Love love love the GMAC YukonI love driving the Yukon. The car was waiting right outside the airport and I was able to drop it back off right there also. Such good customer service. Thank you.
From $35/dayRated #3
Dollar
Cheapest deal
8.5 Excellent (21 reviews)
1 location in Montrose
Dollar
Locations in Montrose
2100 Airport Road+1 866 434 2226
Monday
08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday
08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday
08:30 - 17:30
Thursday
08:30 - 17:30
Friday
08:30 - 17:30
Saturday
08:30 - 17:30
Sunday
08:30 - 17:30
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8.5
8.7
8.5
8.6
Recent reviews
10.0 ExcellentApr 17 2022
Everything was really good
10.0 ExcellentOct 28 2019
Robin was very good to deal with. Very kind, courteous and helpful.
2.0 MediocreOct 18 2019
NothingThey had no available cars to rent
10.0 ExcellentMay 18 2018
Easy pickup, great car, great price, easy dro-off!nothing!
10.0 ExcellentApr 28 2018
Everything was Great. Fast service, nice clean car.I got a free upgrade and was told when handed the keys. It would be better to ask if the customer wants an upgrade and what type of car rather than the brand. I had a gas guzzler SUV. I could have changed it but found out when I saw the car in the lot, and didn't want to spend more time... I would have preferred an economical one.
2.0 MediocreFeb 13 2018
They didn't have a car available despite the fact that I made a reservation.
7.2 GoodAug 6 2016
Pricing and ease of pick upCar was not very clean. Dropoff was confusing
9.2 ExcellentMar 30 2016
OverallPrice, gas milage, comfort.Cleanliness, needed maintenance, tires needed replaced
We got a hot wire deal to get a SUV/minivan for our annual trip to the Telluride film festival. We had an excellent experience with the service representatives as well as the actual vehicle we rented. We will rent from them again!
5.6 OkayNov 29 2018
reasonable pricingnobody working the counter, car was not detailed
8.4 ExcellentFeb 27 2018
The washer fluid light was on and the washers did not work
10.0 ExcellentJul 6 2017
Red FordThe car had good pickup when going up the mountains.It could stand a void car wash.
3.6 MediocreApr 7 2017
Car rented was not ready when scheduled. Had to rent another car that was not clean instead. Yes, I was given an "upgrade" but that car was dirty and a very far walk from terminal.
3.6 MediocreMar 1 2017
OverchargedAvis overcharged us without explanation
I had reserved a car for pick up at the Montrose airport at 12 noon Saturday 3/19. I came at 1:00 and there were no cars available at all. I was told I had to wait until a car was turned in before I could have one and there were others ahead of me already waiting for cars to be turned in. This affected my vacation time and I did ask for a response of some kind but was told I would not get one.
2.0 MediocreJan 1 2021
Nothing. Never got our car...Phone was off the hook and rang busy all day when trying to inform rental counter that our flight was severely delayed. Arrived to find nobody at rental counter. Called after hours person and they would not come in to give us our car. Only after 10 mins did the agent call back because she felt bad and said that she would come in to get us a car. However the airport would be close by the time she came in. Addressed these issues on the return trip at the rental counter and they denied saying their phone was busy and made nothing but excuses...
4.0 OkayJul 28 2019
Not billing me $400 to keep the rental car for an additional 15 hours of use due to a flight cancellation would've been nice.
7.6 GoodJun 26 2018
Speedy pickup/dropoffCar was available in the class I previously chose - no waiting. Big plus.Car had quite a few scrapes & alot of rock chips - as long as I'm not charged, I don't care, but there were alot. I had never driven a push-button start vehicle - it should have been obvious, but without instruction, the car pic of the parking brake and the start/stop button made me think I had to make sure the parking brake wasn't on and I was in Park and then press Start. I had to acknowledge my ignorance and ask someone, in order to learn you had to press and hold the brake while you press the start/stop button; otherwise nothing. It would be great if agents asked about familiarity with this option, to avoid delay/embarrassment.
2.0 MediocreFeb 19 2018
Waste of time and a horrible experienceNothingI showed up and they didn’t have a car...
9.6 ExcellentNov 3 2017
Everything was good. The lady at the counter was knowledgable and very friendly.
9.6 ExcellentMar 25 2017
I would have preferred a smaller SUV or a wagon.
10.0 ExcellentFeb 9 2017
Easy pick up and return. Decent car and great price.
8.0 ExcellentJan 8 2017
Money!!!!I got what I asked for. A great suv and it was great.The cost. I paid 400 dollars for 24 hours. I felt like that is a little high for 24 hours.
8.0 ExcellentOct 8 2016
OK Car, Cheaper than Grand JunctionConvenient location at the airport. Car pickup was within very short walking distance. Easy pickup and drop off. Although Thrifty website says that they are located off of the airport, their desk is in the airport and cars are right there. My GPS programmed for their office took me to a nonexistent place. But just go to the airport.The car had several small dings on the doors and the front passenger and back seats were rather stained in spots. But it was a good car and did the job.
I booked through you and had a confirmation number. But when I arrived they said they were all sold out of cars.
5.9 OkayAug 3 2021
Counter had excellent service. Door handles interior was sticky. Price was way too high!
10.0 ExcellentJul 17 2021
Great vehicle, great price, great rental experience!
8.8 ExcellentMar 2 2019
Drop off stunk. I hate dropping off without a staff person visually observing the vehicle.Staff refused to observe the car.
8.0 ExcellentJul 23 2018
The car was clean, the service was quick and Team on the desk was helpfulWe specifically wanted a small car for first-time driver but received a SUV as the smallest available.
8.0 ExcellentAug 24 2016
Service engine light was on from the moment i got in the car. tires were very loud. Sounded like snow tires or needed to be rotated.
Reservation was made FINE months ago! When I arrived, they had NO automobiles available for rental at all!
5.6 OkayFeb 12 2017
Price issueThe final price was higher than promised. $419 versus $368 due extra taxes and fees charged by airport authority. Reason stated was rental was made at an offsite location. However, the offsite location does not rent cars. The day before rental Enterprise called to confirm pickup. Stated the pickup would be at the airport. The clerks would not honor the rental agreement. I was not told of the extra fees and taxes until drop off.
From $86/dayRated #8
Budget
4.7 Okay (17 reviews)
1 location in Montrose
Budget
Locations in Montrose
2100 Airport Road+1 970 249 6083
Monday
20:45 - 21:1508:30 - 17:30
Tuesday
08:30 - 17:3020:45 - 21:15
Wednesday
08:30 - 17:3020:45 - 21:15
Thursday
08:30 - 17:3020:45 - 21:15
Friday
20:45 - 21:1508:30 - 17:30
Saturday
20:45 - 21:1508:30 - 17:30
Sunday
20:45 - 21:1508:30 - 17:30
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4.9
4.7
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4.4
Recent reviews
2.0 MediocreMar 3 2022
I feel that we were completely scammed by this company. We reserved a "standard SUV" which I have done dozens of times before at other locations and when I arrived I was told sorry but this is only a two wheel drive vehicle and I would need to pay $250 more plus tax to have a 4 wheel drive vehicle. Since it had just snowed about 2 feet I felt I needed a 4 wheel drive vehicle so I had to pay the additional money. For a few dollars more I could have reserved a Hertz vehicle and I KNOW that they would not have done this. I am aware that this is probably a franchisee but Budget should NOT allow them to do this. Furthermore the vehicle I was given was filthy dirty and they told me I could have it washed and they would pay me back... ALSO the first vehicle they gave me had a crack in the windshield running the entire width of the windshield AND the outside of the side view mirror was completely missing
4.0 OkayFeb 28 2022
When I was given the rental car the gas tank was empty with the fuel light on. Incredibly frustrating for filling it up and initially arriving.
10.0 ExcellentJan 9 2022
Quick and easy process for rental and return
4.0 OkayJul 7 2021
We were charged an extra $100 for being half an hour early to pick up the car. The car smelled like cigarette smoke and Febreeze. The maintenance light was on with a dashboard message that said "maintenance required". We told the lady at the counter and requested a different car and her response was, "That's just for the oil change, you'll be fine. That's the only car you can take."
8.0 ExcellentJul 7 2021
Drop off was easy. A bit confusing at first though. Would have been nice to have been told the process for drop off when picking up
2.8 MediocreSep 16 2020
Staff was mildly friendly at best. we waited in line for over an hour to get our rental. The first rental we received had not been cleaned and smelled terribly of smoke. After returning to the counter we were offered another vehicle without question which was appreciated. Upon further driving of the Toyota we were provided, the breaks were absolute terrible and would cause major vibration when attempting to stop. With driving to Telluride through the mountains, the breaking situation is not ideal by any means.Vehicles need to be updated and be properly maintained. Also, in that size airport, there needs to be more staff, there is no reason to be forced to wait an hour for a rental at any airport.
2.0 MediocreJul 27 2019
Mechanical condition of the car was the only thing that was good.The car was extremely dirty but inside and outside, and the associate at the desk said that it was because my flight was late by 4 hours and they were not aware of it. Their reason was that their detailing staff went home (it was still 4pm) because they thought there were no more customers coming!
2.0 MediocreJul 11 2018
After my flight was delayed I tried to notify budget, 25 phone calls later they refuse to answer the phone. Terrible customer service. No customer service
2.4 MediocreMar 29 2018
Poor serviceThey seldom answer local phone or return calls.
9.2 ExcellentJul 15 2017
2 hour rentalNo one at desk. Not the economy car I asked for. Don't charge me for a full tank of gas for a 60 mile drive. Had two bookings for me though first was not confirmed, just an exploration via Kayak.
Renting a car can offer you not just a practical option, but a comfortable experience when traveling to Montrose. Located in Western Colorado, this is a city where you’ll experience scenic byways and unforgettable excursions. More so if you’re looking to get on high alpine highways or off-the-road and explore sand-stone routes inaccessible through other modes of transportation. The highlights on Montrose highways from bison and elk farms to Colorado wineries are better when you travel at your own pace, so getting a car from Montrose car rentals will be well worth it for the ultimate experience.
The Montrose Regional Airport has a Rental Car Counter located in the baggage claim lobby. To make the booking process seamless, you can check out car rentals in Montrose through KAYAK and reserve your car of choice before the trip. You'll find several Montrose car rentals, such as Hertz, Dollar, Avis, Enterprise, and Thrifty. Most of these car rentals also have agencies on Airport Dr, which is right outside the Montrose Regional Airport. Consider picking up your car directly from the agencies if that's the most suitable option. You may not find many car rental options in Downtown Montrose in the city. However, most of them may be willing to deliver the car to your hotel at an extra charge.
If there’s something you should watch out for on Montrose roads, it’s wildlife animals. More so when approaching winter, as the days get shorter and visibility can be poor during dusk and dawn. Deer are usually more distracted during this time of year, but it’s still possible to hit animals even in other seasons. Always be alert, obey traffic signs, and slow down if possible, to increase reaction time.
There’s minimal traffic in Montrose, CO, and even during rush hour, it doesn’t drag enough to be worried about, unless there’s ongoing construction. Still, I-70 can be quite busy if you intend to venture out of the city. Beyond that, winter roads in Montrose and Colorado as a whole can be rigorous. The snow can get as high as six inches, and the blizzards can make driving hard on inexperienced drivers, even with a 4WD, so be careful when driving.
25% of our users found rental cars in Montrose for $58 or less
Book your rental car in Montrose at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
Standard rental cars in Montrose are around 58% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Montrose
Some car rental companies in Montrose which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Hertz, Avis and Dollar
On average a rental car in Montrose costs $80 per day.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Dollar ($33/day), Thrifty ($35/day) and Budget ($89/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Thrifty 2100 Airport Road 81401 (2 miles from city center).
The average gas price in Montrose is $4.65 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $56 and $74, depending on the car size.
Standard (Chevrolet Cruze or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Montrose.
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Montrose County airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Avis, Dollar, Budget, Thrifty, Enterprise, and Alamo.
A Standard car rental in Montrose costs $36 per day, on average.
A Supplier choice car rental in Montrose costs $37 per day, on average.
A Economy car rental in Montrose costs $37 per day, on average.
On average a rental car in Montrose costs $559 per week ($80 per day).
On average a rental car in Montrose costs $2,397 per month ($80 per day).
Montrose is a city with open roads and a great place for off-roading. This makes it more convenient to have an AWD or a 4WD, so opt for an SUV. If you plan to go skiing or camping and have your gear with you, rent a 4WD double cabin pick-up truck instead, as it’ll have more room for all your cargo.
Colorado law states that you should be reasonable and prudent while driving. That said, Montrose allows 25mph business districts, 30mph on residential districts while rural interstates get as much as 65mph and 75mph where stated. When you venture into rural highways with your Montrose rental car, keep in mind that the speed limit for two lanes and four-lane divided sits at 55mph and 65mph where posted.
Finding a parking spot in Montrose is relatively an easy feat. Expect to get free parking for the first 2h, but if you need to park much longer than that, expect to pay up to around $10 per day. There are two public parking lots in the city, one on 1st St offering free parking, and Block 93 Public Parking Lot also on 1st St.
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!).