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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Columbus car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Columbus with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Columbus?

You should book your rental car in Columbus around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car rental company in Columbus?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Columbus are Budget (6.2, 105 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.2, 24 reviews), and Hertz (7.3, 27 reviews).
Budget
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Rated 6.2/10
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Rated 8.2/10
Hertz
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Rated 7.3/10
Avis
Avis
Rated 7.0/10

What is the most popular rental car in Columbus?

SUV rentals (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in Columbuse. SUV cars in Columbus cost $142/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as $85/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Columbus?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Columbus is January at an average cost of $87/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Columbus when prices are $129/day on average, which tends to be 114% above the yearly average hire price for Columbus.

What rental car company in Columbus has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 11 locations in Columbus, more than any other rental company.
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Columbus car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

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Verified travelerMar 2025
Make sure you book your appointment for the day of pick up with extra time, especially during busy travel dates.
MaryJMar 2024
Give yourself an extra hour for the rerun and catching the shuttle back to the airport. It’s a huge purple bus. It’s easy to find it also as the airport has purple signs to follow for both pickups and return.
Verified travelerMar 2024
Very fast and efficient service picking up and dropping off the car
JoelDec 2023
Columbus is a relatively easy big city to drive through.
GaryOct 2023
Very stress free setup and service.
JenniferSept 2023
Driving in Columbus is very easy.
Verified travelerNov 2023
Make sure to double or even triple check each step in the rental process and take pictures and videos! It’s a shame but you quite possibly will end up needing them to protect yourself!
AudreyJul 2023
Having our paperwork ready and using the pre-check QR code made things run very smooth.
LaverneAug 2023
Go to Enterprise they are the best.
Verified travelerJul 2023
Watch out for truck tires
Victoria KochMay 2023
Car rentals are all offsite. But a shuttle picks you up at the terminal and takes you to a centrally located car rental pick up/drop off site. Which seems very efficient for everyone.
BryanMay 2023
Freeway merges are long to give one time to change lanes and follow GPS instructions. Drove in rush hour traffic. It was very manageable. Maybe I was just lucky.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Columbus

  • Make the most out of your trip to Columbus and rent a car to explore everything from Lincoln Village in the west of the city to Blacklick Woods Metro Park or Pickerington Ponds Metro Park in the east. Columbus has a lot on offer and, with a car, you can conveniently reach all your destinations within your own timeframe.
  • For travelers landing at John Glenn Columbus International Airport, rent a car directly from the on-site car hire center to be in the city in less than 15 minutes. The airport sports eight agencies, including Alamo, Avis, and Hertz, who can be found on the ground level of the parking garage where the cars are also parked. Posted signs help drivers out of the airport to the I-670, which directly leads into the heart of Columbus.
  • Columbus is definitely not as challenging to drive in as Boston, for example, but hire car drivers should double-check before venturing into an intersection, as right of way is not always followed. Also, Columbus drivers tend to drive slower on the left lane, which is nonetheless discouraged. When it rains, make sure to adapt the speed, as full downpours commonly happen in Columbus.
  • The winters in Ohio can be harsh and cold, so winter travelers should ensure the hire car is properly equipped for the cold season. If parked overnight, make sure the tank is always half-full or more; otherwise, the risk of a frozen petrol line increases. Also bear in mind that the posted speed limits are intended for dry roads, so, when snow and sleet are coating the streets, speed must be reduced and adapted to the road conditions.
  • Intermediate rental cars in Columbus are around 27% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Columbus

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

    With regular rain and ice on the streets, a 4-wheel drive car is certainly a wise choice to make in Columbus. Depending on how much storage is needed, a smaller SUV or minivan are an appropriate choice which provide essential road grip while still being small enough to navigate through the city without problems.

  • What’s the speed limit in Columbus?

    Adhering to the posted speed limit is paramount when driving through Columbus. If there is no sign posted, the general speed limits are as follows: 15 mph in alleys, 20 mph in school areas, 25 mph in residential areas, up to 65 mph on interstates, and up to 70 mph on rural freeways. Don’t forget to adapt the speed to the weather and road conditions.

  • Where are the best places to park in Columbus?

    Street parking as well as garages and public parking lots are available in Columbus. Street parking, especially in the downtown area, is usually metered, so check the time and weekday restrictions at the posted sign. Parking garages such as Lot 005 or LeVeque Tower Garage, for example, offer daily or even monthly parking opportunities for a reasonable charge and are centrally located.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Columbus?

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

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Columbus?

    A Standard car hire in Columbus costs $107 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Columbus?

    A Mini car hire in Columbus costs $170 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Premium car hire cost in Columbus?

    A Premium car hire in Columbus costs $325 per day, on average.

Columbus car rental reviews and directory

 
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Budget

6.2

Okay

Read 105 reviews

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.1

Value for money

6.1

8 locations in Columbus

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Locations in Columbus

1030 West 3rd Avenue

+1 614 737 5400

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104 East Long Street

+1 614 228 1058

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1717 W 5th Ave

+1 614 487 7206

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240 South Hamilton Road

+1 614 863 7500

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3949 West Broad Street

+1 614 870 2200

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4106 International Gateway

+1 380 867 0247

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4810 Sawmill Road

+1 614 451 7699

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6060 Busch Boulevard

+1 614 431 2025

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2025

Intermediate

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Branch staff were nice, car was very good. Thanks!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2025

Luxury

KAYAK
When I got there, they took it up charge me for fuel that was for an electric car at about $50. I refused and then they told me I could upgrade to a standard vehicle for $10 more. I declined and I went online and canceled my reservation on the phone before hand Reserving a vehicle to rent from Columbus airport to Cleveland airport. It was totaled $49 and then I got the bill and it was $447 and I filled out the gas right before I dropped it off and then on my bill it shows that the tank was not full and they charged me $9.99.a gallon Now I must also mention that they gave me a dirty car inside and out and it smelled like marijuana, but I didn’t have time to deal with that. I must also say that they charge me a $300 one-way fee that was not disclosed at the time of purchase and I went over all the aspects of the contract that the size of the vehicle, the price insurance and everything with the agent at the gate before I picked up the car so they basically switched everything in the contract and said that that’s what I reserved and then I do a chargeback and I’m Losing

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Luxury

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Completely rude, hire new people.

8.0 Very Good

Aaron, Feb 2025

Luxury

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Slow line at checkout

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Passenger van

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There was one agent for Avis, Budget, and Payless, and even though I was #2 in line, it took me 20 minutes to see her. Then she told me the van I had reserved was not at that location, and that they would have to go get it. I didn't end up renting the van.

4.0 Mediocre

Susan, Sept 2024

Compact

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They gave me a huge van which had terrible gas mileage of course. Not similar to what I had booked. The agent didn’t mention what car and by the time I arrived at the lot to find it, I didn’t want to go back in, up the stairs with luggage and try to complain. It was a waste of money and I didn’t want to drive this mini bus around for my rental purposes.

1 out of 35

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2

Very Good

Read 24 reviews

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.2

Value for money

8.1

11 locations in Columbus

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1026 Goodale Blvd

+1 614 297 7353

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1733 W 5th Ave

+1 614 488 7996

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2160 W Case Rd

+1 614 798 9696

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3161 W Broad St

+1 614 279 2577

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3245 Morse Rd

+1 614 476 1111

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4106 International Gateway

+1 844 913 0741

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4233 Eastland Square Dr

+1 614 836 2500

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475 East Livingston

+1 614 621 8899

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57 Lazelle Rd E

+1 614 880 1198

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5801 Karl Rd

+1 614 781 5400

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6841 Flags Center Dr

+1 614 895 0000

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Supplier choice

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They gave me the smallest car in the lot. Constant text and email about car and returning it. The messages were annoying and unnecessary.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Pick-up truck

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Convenient location, friendly and supportive staff, good selection of vehicles.

8.0 Very Good

Tiffany, May 2024

Passenger van

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Overall outstanding, friendly, fast service.

2.0 Poor

Syed, May 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
The lady at time of pick up was very rude

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Premium SUV

KAYAK
Easy, clean and the car I rented was new, did not have smoker's smell.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2021

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Pros:

I booked a car rental for the Columbus Airport. When I arrived at the Enterprise desk, they told me my rental was across town. I asked for help to get across town or get the car to me (no longer an enterprise offering), but the desk clerk basically said "nope, you're on your own". Kayak also provided no additional help. I rented from Avis desk, don't know why I would use Kayak again

Cons:

Having the car available where I landed

1 out of 8

Hertz

7.3

Good

Read 27 reviews

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

6.9

10 locations in Columbus

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1090 A South Hamilton Rd

+1 614 238 1623

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1355 W Mound St

+1 614 221 3000

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1535 Georgesville Road

+1 614 351 1570

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2361 Morse Road

+1 614 476 6847

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2455 Billingsley Rd

+1 614 793 3100

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2484 Scarborough Square

+1 614 759 7285

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4106 International Gateway

+1 614 239 1084

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4111 Bridgeway Avenue

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4430 Westerville Rd

+1 614 476 6847

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8832 Commerce Loop Drive

+1 614 840 1758

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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Apr 2025

People mover

KAYAK
Everything went smoothly only complaint I got is you guys don't take chime

6.0 Okay

Mike, Aug 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Pickup (CMH) staff did not apologize for giving me a car with a dead battery and made it seem like it was my fault. Drop off (PHL) shuttle bus drivers did their best to avoid picking up passengers - a few of us had to walk to the terminal. Hertz used to be a premium brand - now they are just average.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
You should remove the option for Ft Wayne airport return. Hertz is not at the airport - I had to ask the protocol from the other car rental companies that basically said “ this is hertz MO” to charge the extra fee. Thankfully I didn’t have a flight - just a return. Had to drive to a downtown location (closed) to return on time.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2021

KAYAK
I did not rent the car from this location. Upon arrival, attendant required proof of own car insurance. I do not have own car or insurance, which is why I was renting the car. The alternative provided was $40/day for complete insurance from the location itself. I rent cars very often - this has never been a requirement before as my credit card offers great insurance coverage.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Dec 2021

KAYAK
Hertz still charges an extra daily fee to add a spouse as an authorized driver. Luckily it looks like a lot of car rental companies are moving away from this, but it's ridiculous

8.0 Very Good

Ellen, Nov 2021

KAYAK
There was an extra charge for a second (spouse) driver which I don’t think we have ever had from another company. When I looked back at the agreement it did mention additional charges for another driver but didn’t say what they were (13$/day). I would have looked at another rental company if I had been aware upfront (like, the info not buried in the middle of the rental agreement) as it did push the price much past the competition’s price. The car was nice, clean, etc.

1 out of 9

Avis

7.0

Good

Read 34 reviews

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

8.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.7

Value for money

6.9

8 locations in Columbus

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1030 West 3rd Avenue

+1 614 299 0964

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104 East Long Street

+1 614 224 4259

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1717 W 5th Ave

+1 614 486 8261

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240 South Hamilton Road

+1 614 577 0657

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3949 West Broad Street

+1 614 851 0508

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4106 International Gateway

+1 380 867 0002

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4810 Sawmill Road

+1 614 538 0488

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6060 Busch Boulevard

+1 614 436 3218

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Standard

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Horrible. Waited an hour and a half to get a car. I rented a Jetta or equal and got a crappy sounding Corolla. Never use Avis columbus again.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Standard SUV

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G Old

8.0 Very Good

Luis, Jan 2024

Passenger van

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wash the cars before rent and full gas tank.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
The worst customer service ever from start to fighting finish!

10.0 Wonderful

Didier, Sept 2023

Standard

KAYAK
not to wait 35" at the counter before Ito get my car...

1 out of 12

Thrifty

6.9

Okay

Read 11 reviews

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

6.6

4 locations in Columbus

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1355 West Mound Street

+1 614 221 3000

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1535 Georgesville Road

+1 614 351 1570

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2455 Billingsley Road

+1 614 793 3100

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4106 International Gateway

+1 614 239 1084

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Whole process smooth

Cons:

Line at desk to check car out

10.0 Wonderful

S, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

easiest/fastest rental and return I have ever had!

Cons:

nothing

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

There was no refund on the rental, even though the charge was fraudulent. It caused me to have to manage the situation with my bank.

5.2 Fair

Anonymous, Sept 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Car was ok----Ford Eco Sport

Cons:

The Thrifty location was farthest from terminal. The staff was occupied with one customer. The wait was long. The attendant did not know how to open the back of SUV. Therebwas no one there when the car was returned---not a single person and they were aware fo when I was returning. Thrify is cheap for a reason!

2.0 Poor

lester, Aug 2020

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If I would hv got my car. Putting my money back in my account. Trying to get them back on the phone.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

I never got the rental. I got to the airport and they stated I needed a major credit card. I canceled the rental car and You still kept my money. I want that taken off my debit card asap

1 out of 4

Payless

5.8

Fair

Read 37 reviews

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.9

Value for money

6.5

One location in Columbus

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4106 International Gateway

+1 380 867 0978

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2.0 Poor

Elizabeth, Dec 2024

Intermediate SUV

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Ran out of cars despite having a reservation. Had to wait over an hour. Staff were not very polite and car had dirt all over back seat. Drop off was simple which was the best part of the whole experience.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Intermediate SUV

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Trying to submit lost & found report and no way to contact them and link sent from phone logic tree is invalid when selecting my return location.. calling the location directly results in being put on hold for 10 minutes and hung up on. Caling the corporate customer service live agent directed me to Avis website.. They are unreachable and it seems like its intentional.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Intermediate

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Definitely a car that used by a smoker in the past.

10.0 Wonderful

Craig, Nov 2023

Economy

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Easy to use!

2.0 Poor

John, Oct 2023

Standard SUV

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The car smelled like stale cigarette smoke and didn’t seem very clean. I felt like I was borrowing somebodies car and not renting. The battery died while I was out with my family. Would not recommend Payless car rentals

10.0 Wonderful

Gary, Oct 2023

Economy

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Amazing car and easy drop off.

1 out of 13

National

8.2

Very Good

Read 10 reviews

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

7.8

One location in Columbus

Locations in Columbus

4106 International Gateway

+1 844 913 0740

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Economy

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Nothing needs to b changeg as far as I can see.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Full-size

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You guys have taken care of me every single time.man if your service gets any better I’ll be in total disbelief

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Standard SUV

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Always fast an speedy,vehicles always clean.customer service awesome

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2020

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Cons:

Poorest management and the stuff needs more training

3.2 Poor

Crystal, Jun 2020

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I reserved a Tahoe or equivalent but they gave me a Tacome truck with less space. The wait to check in and get vehicle was over an hour wait. The truck was dirty: the previous user had a dog in it and there was hair everywhere. The window have finger smudges on all of them and there was fish scales in the tail bed. I was definitely a lack luster experience.

Alamo

7.5

Good

Read 19 reviews

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

7.4

One location in Columbus

Locations in Columbus

4106 International Gateway

+1 844 913 0739

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

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6.0 Okay

Robert, Apr 2024

Intermediate

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Cars were not readily available in Columbus Had to wait 15-20 to get a car after check in process

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2023

People mover

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It was great

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Full-size

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It was perfect! Don’t change anything!

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Mar 2021

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Pros:

Staff did a very nice job

Cons:

Car had been smoked in The odor became overwhelming during the rental

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2020

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Pros:

Pick up and drop off were very easy.

6.0 Okay

Bariki, Oct 2020

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I was not given clear direction to where to go pick up. I was in the garage for over 20min looking. After locating a person he pointed me to a vehicle that didnt have any keys... frustrated at this point i walk back to the booth and demand they get the van and bring it. That took forever.

Cons:

Have an attendant on hand. It SHOULD NEVER BE THE CUSTOMERS RESPONSIBILITY TO FIND THE VEHICLE

Dollar

7.1

Good

Read 15 reviews

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.1

Value for money

7.2

4 locations in Columbus

Locations in Columbus

1355 West Mound Street

+1 614 221 3000

Monday08:00 - 14:00
Tuesday08:00 - 14:00
Wednesday08:00 - 14:00
Thursday08:00 - 14:00
Friday08:00 - 14:00

1535 Georgesville Road

+1 614 351 1570

Monday08:00 - 14:00
Tuesday08:00 - 14:00
Wednesday08:00 - 14:00
Thursday08:00 - 14:00
Friday08:00 - 14:00

2455 Billingsley Road

+1 614 793 3100

Monday08:00 - 14:00
Tuesday08:00 - 14:00
Wednesday08:00 - 14:00
Thursday08:00 - 14:00
Friday08:00 - 14:00

4106 International Gateway

+1 614 239 1084

Monday05:00 - 23:59
Tuesday05:00 - 23:59
Wednesday05:00 - 23:59
Thursday05:00 - 23:59
Friday05:00 - 23:59
Saturday05:00 - 23:59
Sunday05:00 - 23:59

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2021

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Staff was not there at the time of my pick up no help on the phone when I called dollar corporate services. Staff was late opening on the second day when I went back to get my car. Not wearing facemask. Very bad experience!

Cons:

Communications between dollar rental and carrentals.com, through who I made my reservation. More punctual and professional help both at the counter in person as well as online is needed.

2.0 Poor

Bonnie, Apr 2021

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Pros:

Nothing. They closed before 6 pm, my flight was late. No car to pick up. Rip-off.

Cons:

They could make provisions for early evening pickup. Ie 6 pm

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2021

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Cons:

We made a “reservation” for a Suburban. When we got there all they had left was a little 4 door car. We have 7 people in our family so that wouldn’t work. The man working was nice enough, but he told us when you reserve with a lower cost rental company it’s hit or miss. Sometimes you get what you want, and sometimes you don’t. He showed us a long list of people he had to call to tell them they didn’t have any cars available. I would not recommend renting from Dollar because there NO GUARANTEE that you’ll get what you reserve, or any car for that matter!

2.0 Poor

Jessica, Mar 2021

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Cons:

They should have notified us that they close at 2pm and that, they would not be able to rent us a car. Their sign says go upstairs to the 2nd floor and someone will help you. Then upstairs it says we close at 2pm. So we had to pay double what our original reservation was and book with Hertz there on the spot.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2021

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Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

I booked a car at 7 pm. I reached at 7:30pm. Noone was there .

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2020

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Pros:

didn't pick up car - mom got corona 2 days before christmas and was unable to cancel. thanks priceline, won't be going through you anymore.

Cons:

not going through priceline

Easirent

4.6

Mediocre

One location in Columbus

Locations in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport

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Free2Move

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3 locations in Columbus

Locations in Columbus

1629, Lockbourne Rd

+1 844 543 7332

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1749, E Columbus St

+1 844 543 7332

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20, S Third street Suite 210

+1 844 543 7332

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Sunnycars

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One location in Columbus

Locations in Columbus

4106 International Gateway

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