Book Hertz car rentals in Washington, D.C.

• Where can I pick up Hertz car rentals in Washington, D.C.?

  If you are flying into Washington, you may land at the Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), the Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), or the Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Each of these airports has a Hertz car rental counter. You can also find three other Hertz agencies located in Washington, D.C., north and northeast of the heart of the city.

• Do Hertz car rentals in Washington, D.C., have add-ons available?

  Hertz car rentals in Washington, D.C., can help you out if you need to add accessories to your car rental contract. If you will be traveling with small kids in Washington, D.C., let your pick-up agency know that you will need child safety seats. Hertz car rentals in Washington, D.C., can also provide you with a hands-free navigation GPS device, which will be helpful as you make your way through the city. You can also add on extra insurance protection as well as Sirius XM radio.

• What speed limits will I have to observe while driving Hertz car rentals in Washington, D.C.?

  The maximum speed on highways and interstates through Washington, D.C., is 55 miles per hour. Most roads within the city of Washington, D.C., have a speed limit of 25 mph unless otherwise posted. Alleys and school zones both have a speed limit of 15 miles per hour. 

• How much does it cost to rent a car from Hertz in Washington, D.C.?

  On average a rental car from Hertz in Washington, D.C. costs $89 per day.

• What is the most popular rental car from Hertz in Washington, D.C.?

  Medium rental cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are the most frequently booked rental car types from Hertz in Washington, D.C..

• How many car rental locations does Hertz have in Washington, D.C.?

  Hertz has 6 rental locations in Washington, D.C.. Take a look at our Hertz rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

• Does Hertz have a car rental location at the airport: Dulles Intl airport (IAD)?

  Yes

• Does Hertz offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Dulles Intl airport (IAD)?

  Yes

• Does Hertz have a car rental location at the airport: Baltimore/Washington airport (BWI)?

  Yes

• Does Hertz offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Baltimore/Washington airport (BWI)?

  Yes

• Does Hertz have a car rental location at the airport: Reagan-National airport (DCA)?

  Yes

• Does Hertz offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Reagan-National airport (DCA)?

  Yes

Reviews for Hertz in Washington, D.C.

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Wonderful

33

Very good

18

Good

2

Okay

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Fair

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6.0

Hertz was the only company available that had one way rentals that worked for me. There was a mixup when I picked up the vehicle, which took time to resolve,Reviewed May 22 2026

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10.0

Easy and quick.Reviewed May 15 2026

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2.0

3 hour delay getting the car despite a reservation and checking in online. Ridiculous overbooking which is entirely the fault of Hertz. Terrible customer service trying to return the car (missed drop off window because of previous delay). Inconsistent information about return location and processes.Reviewed Apr 15 2026

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2.0

Reserved car. Got there and they had no car. Other customers had the same complaint. They overbookedReviewed Feb 22 2026

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2.0

Reserved a car on the app, went to pick it up at Union Station (in sub-zero temperatures of Washington DC) and they told us they had no cars. We were told this happens all the time. How is this permitted to continue?Reviewed Feb 16 2026

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2.0

Hertz did not have a 12-passenger van available at reservation date/time. I had eight family members, two in car seats, waiting to be picked up at 9:00 am, and I was told to leave and to return at noon to see if a van had become available. Then, they changed to “we’ll call you when one becomes available”. Offered a minivan or a Suburban in lieu, even though I told them I had nine passengers. Did not seek a van from another location. Said they could not refund me because I had pre-paid. Found another rental agency with a 12-passenger van at IAD and paid a premium for the rental, but wasn’t going to make my family wait until Hertz bothered to find a van. Complete ripoff, dishonest agency.Reviewed Dec 8 2025

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4.0

Person at counter was unclear about getting a transponder. I asked him if only certain lanes required a transponder and he didn't reply. The Jeep got terrible fuel economy and had a small rear cargo space for such a big car. There was insufficient signage to understand where to park the car to return it.Reviewed Oct 23 2025

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2.0

Website made it seem like I would be able to rent with a debit card at the desk, but I was refused a vehicle. Nobody could explain to me why this policy exists.Reviewed Aug 10 2025

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2.0

Very Disappointing!! Huge waste of time and energy Requested REFUND, but I’m still getting charged, can anyone assist??Reviewed Jul 11 2025

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2.0

They tried to cancel or adjust my reservation the same day, two hours before the pick up time. I requested a 12 seat van and after i pre-checked in 2 days before (through their website) a manager caled me 2 hours before my reservation letting me know that they do not have the vehicle in stock.Reviewed Jun 30 2025

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2.0

i tried to cancel, went back n forth, voicemail was full, and then ended getting charged for the rental.Reviewed Apr 20 2025

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2.0

Hertz is terrible. They do confirm reservations even when no cars are actually available. They process the payment right away, and will not reverse the transaction/refund. This has happened to me more than once with Hertz. In DC, Flint, etc Should you call them, they will insist that they can’t find the booking numbers, computer cant retrieve receipt number etc. Stay away from these fraudsters. Never, ever..Reviewed Apr 18 2025

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