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Pick-up location	Beirut
Rental locations	30
Airport locations	10

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8.0

Pros: Quite easy and friendly staff

Cons: The car wasnt really clean and the breaks werent working good enough

Reviewed Apr 2019

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10.0

Perfect service!!

Pros: The front desk staff at Beirut airport is very helpful and serviceminded.

Reviewed May 2018

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10.0

Great and Friendly Service

Pros: Friendly service

Cons: Nothing

Reviewed Sep 2017

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2.0

Worst experience ever

Pros: Renting company refused to give me the car and I had to pay much more in order to get a similar car on a last minute basis.

Reviewed Aug 2017

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2.0

No car was provided

Pros: Nothing

Cons: Hertz cancel the booking without prior notice and dis not provide any replacement had to go home by taxi and it was very disapointing

Reviewed Jul 2017

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2.0

Hertz or kayak canceled my reservation before I got here

Pros: Nothing

Cons: Hertz or kayak canceled my reservation , so when I arrived to pick up the car hertz said kayak canceled my reservation. When I called kayak they said Hertz canceled my reservation. So I was left without a car and finally I reserved a car thru a local company.

Reviewed Jul 2017

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2.0

Pros: It was very frustrating to get to Beirut airport after 24 hrs of traveling to find my reservation cancelled

Cons: How would you feel after travelling for so long to come to Hertz counter to find out that reservation was cancelled and lied to your face by saying "we have informed you that your reservation was cancelled" Although I have an email from Hertz less than 24 hrs earlier confirming my reservation. Needless to say, I had to get a taxi and to rent another vehicle for the duration of my stay. Very very very sour taste in mouth. With all the international travel I do, never had such a very bad expoerience

Reviewed Jul 2017

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2.0

Hertz Beirut did not respect the reservation I had booked online

Pros: Their customer service is horrible, I showed the clerk my reservation, he told me it was cancelled on May 2nd 2017, I asked for a proof , he couldn't provide one , I showed him an email from Hertz confirming my reservation dated on May 5th 2017 , he called the supervisor, and when the supervisor wanted to speak to me , he simply said the price I was given by Hertz was too low , and he would never give me the car for this price .

Cons: I was forced to rent a similar car from Budget for 4 times the price I was quoted from Hertz.

Reviewed Jun 2017

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8.4

Mostly as expected. Great value compared to hiring

Pros: $105 for 3 days, airport pickup and drop off, mid-size vehicle with automatic transmission (a must in Lebanon), clean and reliable vehicle

Cons: The drop off was a bit confusing. The guys asked us to call before entering the parking lot, which we did 3 times but he wouldn't answer. Finally, we entered the parking garage where it said rentals should go and the guy called. He told us to proceed to the Hertz area. He then said it would cost us $4 for the parking fee. We told him we wouldn't pay because we had tried to call beforehand to come and let us in the parking garage for free. After some back n forth he finally backed down and didn't charge us.

Reviewed Nov 2016

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10.0

Great!

Pros: The office is clean and comfortable. The stuff are really nice people. No hassle drop off. The car was top notch.

Cons: It was hard to find exact address of the office. Would be useful if owners put it on Google Maps.

Reviewed Nov 2016

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7.6

Cons: the mileage says unlimited while at the offices of hertz they said that it was limited to 150 km per day and any extra kms will be charged.

Reviewed Oct 2016

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8.8

A good car with a cheaper rate

Pros: Clean car - Swift service and convenience

Cons: The brakes of the car is very weak though it's a new car

Reviewed Oct 2016

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10.0

Perfect service!!

Pros: The front desk staff at Beirut airport is very helpful and serviceminded.

Reviewed May 2018

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10.0

Great and Friendly Service

Pros: Friendly service

Cons: Nothing

Reviewed Sep 2017

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10.0

Great!

Pros: The office is clean and comfortable. The stuff are really nice people. No hassle drop off. The car was top notch.

Cons: It was hard to find exact address of the office. Would be useful if owners put it on Google Maps.

Reviewed Nov 2016

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8.8

A good car with a cheaper rate

Pros: Clean car - Swift service and convenience

Cons: The brakes of the car is very weak though it's a new car

Reviewed Oct 2016

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8.0

Pros: Quite easy and friendly staff

Cons: The car wasnt really clean and the breaks werent working good enough

Reviewed Apr 2019

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8.4

Mostly as expected. Great value compared to hiring

Pros: $105 for 3 days, airport pickup and drop off, mid-size vehicle with automatic transmission (a must in Lebanon), clean and reliable vehicle

Cons: The drop off was a bit confusing. The guys asked us to call before entering the parking lot, which we did 3 times but he wouldn't answer. Finally, we entered the parking garage where it said rentals should go and the guy called. He told us to proceed to the Hertz area. He then said it would cost us $4 for the parking fee. We told him we wouldn't pay because we had tried to call beforehand to come and let us in the parking garage for free. After some back n forth he finally backed down and didn't charge us.

Reviewed Nov 2016

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7.6

Cons: the mileage says unlimited while at the offices of hertz they said that it was limited to 150 km per day and any extra kms will be charged.

Reviewed Oct 2016

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2.0

Worst experience ever

Pros: Renting company refused to give me the car and I had to pay much more in order to get a similar car on a last minute basis.

Reviewed Aug 2017

review from
2.0

No car was provided

Pros: Nothing

Cons: Hertz cancel the booking without prior notice and dis not provide any replacement had to go home by taxi and it was very disapointing

Reviewed Jul 2017

review from
2.0

Hertz or kayak canceled my reservation before I got here

Pros: Nothing

Cons: Hertz or kayak canceled my reservation , so when I arrived to pick up the car hertz said kayak canceled my reservation. When I called kayak they said Hertz canceled my reservation. So I was left without a car and finally I reserved a car thru a local company.

Reviewed Jul 2017

review from
2.0

Pros: It was very frustrating to get to Beirut airport after 24 hrs of traveling to find my reservation cancelled

Cons: How would you feel after travelling for so long to come to Hertz counter to find out that reservation was cancelled and lied to your face by saying "we have informed you that your reservation was cancelled" Although I have an email from Hertz less than 24 hrs earlier confirming my reservation. Needless to say, I had to get a taxi and to rent another vehicle for the duration of my stay. Very very very sour taste in mouth. With all the international travel I do, never had such a very bad expoerience

Reviewed Jul 2017

review from
2.0

Hertz Beirut did not respect the reservation I had booked online

Pros: Their customer service is horrible, I showed the clerk my reservation, he told me it was cancelled on May 2nd 2017, I asked for a proof , he couldn't provide one , I showed him an email from Hertz confirming my reservation dated on May 5th 2017 , he called the supervisor, and when the supervisor wanted to speak to me , he simply said the price I was given by Hertz was too low , and he would never give me the car for this price .

Cons: I was forced to rent a similar car from Budget for 4 times the price I was quoted from Hertz.

Reviewed Jun 2017

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Top tips for renting a car in Beirut

As a visitor to this small Lebanese city, rent a car rather than relying on the slow and crowded public buses. With the Mediterranean on one side and the mountains on the other, you can enjoy the freedom of exploring Beirut’s sights by car. Drive north in your hire car to discover Jbeil, one of Lebanon’s oldest districts.

Excited to rent a car on your Beirut vacation? If you fly into Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport, you will find only one terminal with four floors. The car hire desks are located on level one of the arrivals hall. There is also a Meet & Greet Service in the arrivals hall for car hire companies located off-site.

As a first-time driver in Beirut, you must remember to drive on the right side of the road and pass on the left. It’s acceptable to use your horn to alert other drivers and pedestrians when you’re passing. Driving around Beirut can be a bit of a challenge due to the lack of street names, and there is also limited lighting on some roads.

Beirut’s main rush hour is between 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm. If you drive along Corniche el Mazraa you can expect heavy traffic, especially in the morning, from 9:00 am to 10:00 am, as well as in the afternoon, around 2:00 pm until 6:00 pm. It’s best to completely avoid driving into the city on a Sunday evening. If you plan on driving to the mountains, avoid traveling on a Friday evening or a Saturday morning.

Book your rental car in Beirut at least 2 weeks before your trip in order to get a below-average price

FAQs about hiring a car in Beirut

What is the cheapest hire car agency in Beirut?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at GREEN MOTION ($47/day), City Car ($48/day) and Avis ($67/day).

What is the best hire car agency in Beirut?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Beirut are Alamo (8.7, 42557 reviews), National (8.2, 3598 reviews), and Avis (7.6, 2257 reviews).

What is the cheapest car hire location in Beirut?

In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at GREEN MOTION Beirut Airport Desk In Arrival Hall null (7 kilometres from the city centre).

How can I find hire car agencies near me in Beirut?

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

What type of car is recommended for driving in Beirut?

Beirut features mainly large, four-lane highways that suit a wide range of vehicle sizes. As the city is quite hilly, renting an intermediate or standard car would be ideal for all types of roads and driving conditions. If you want to take a trip out to the coast or mountains you should opt for a spacious, comfortable SUV.

What's the speed limit in Beirut?

The speed limits in Beirut are 31 mph in urban areas and the city center, while the limit is 62 mph on major highways and rural roads. When you are driving along Beirut’s roads, you must look out for mobile speed traps manned by the police -- it’s best to stick to the speed limit to play it safe.

How are gas prices in Beirut?

When it comes to filling up your hire car in Beirut, expect to pay more. Petrolis over 30% more expensive to buy in Lebanon, than in the USA. In Lebanon, the average petrol price is 1285 ل.ل. per liter compared to the higher price of 1740 ل.ل. in Beirut. With the flexibility and comfort that a hire car can provide, however, it is certainly worth it.

Where are the best places to park in Beirut?

Generally, Lebanese drivers tend to park anywhere, with double parking being very common. However, it’s best to park in managed parking lots with attendants. Within Beirut you will find multi-story and off-street parking lots as well valet parking at most hotels and restaurants. On-street parking usually has a maximum duration of 2 hours. A great place to park is on the Martyrs' square, under Beirut Souks. Hamra Street and the surrounding area also has many parking options.

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