Hoover car hire

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Hoover car hire

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

How far in advance should you book car hire in Hoover?

You should book your car hire in Hoover around 87 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular car to hire in Hoover?

Hires in the Medium category (Hyundai Elantra or similar) are the most popular option in Hoover, costing R771/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as R621/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Hoover is January at an average cost of R751/day. March is the most expensive month to hire a car in Hoover when prices are R1 018/day on average, which tends to be 16% above the yearly average hire price for Hoover.

Which car hire company in Hoover has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 5 locations in Hoover, more than any other car hire company.

Hoover car hire price comparison by vehicle type

Find the right car hire in Hoover by comparing prices across vehicle types.

Small cars

R609 - R1 285

All Car Types

R789 - R1 525

How much does it cost to hire a small car in Hoover?

How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Hoover?

How much does it cost to hire a large car in Hoover?

How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Hoover?

How much does it cost to hire a van in Hoover?

How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in Hoover?

How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Hoover?

Small car hire in Hoover typically costs around R786 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average R609 per day, which is about 23% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 26% cheaper than the average car hire in Hoover, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.

Medium car hire in Hoover typically costs around R1 125 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average R859 per day, which is about 24% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 7% more expensive than the average car hire in Hoover, offering a good balance of space and value.

Large car hire in Hoover typically costs around R1 167 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average R776 per day, which is about 34% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 11% more expensive than the average car hire in Hoover but offer more comfort for longer trips.

SUV hire in Hoover typically costs around R965 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R721 per day, which is about 26% less than the yearly average. SUVs can be 9% cheaper than the average car hire in Hoover, providing extra space and capability for groups or road trips at a reasonable price.

Van hire in Hoover typically costs around R1 593 per day. The best time to book is June, when prices average R1 084 per day, which is about 32% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 35% more expensive than the average car hire in Hoover but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

Pickup truck hire in Hoover typically costs around R998 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average R667 per day, which is about 34% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 5% cheaper than the average car hire in Hoover, making them a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.

Luxury car hire in Hoover typically costs around R1 384 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average R951 per day, which is about 32% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 25% more expensive than the average car hire in Hoover but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.

Good to know

Most popular car type

Medium

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring 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.
  • Medium hire cars in Hoover are around 66% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Hoover

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

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

  • How much does a Medium car hire cost in Hoover?

    A Medium car hire in Hoover costs R701 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Small car hire cost in Hoover?

    A Small car hire in Hoover costs R4 461 per day, on average.

  • 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

4,7

Mediocre

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.7

Value for money

4.7

One location in Hoover

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
Friday08:00 - 17:00

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4,0 Mediocre

Just me, Jun 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
I am always disappointed in the hertz in Hoover. Unfortunately it’s the only one close. The Kia I was first going to get was empty and a bit dirty. I took it back and asked for a different car I would wait for it to be cleaned since they said they had one but it would be an upgrade and needed to be cleaned. I paid the extra $30 and drove the Malibu to the airport. Just wasn’t a great experience. I’m unsure if it’s the location or drops offs, however the ppl seemed nice but overwhelmed.

2,0 Poor

Mandy, Feb 2024

Intermediate

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

Rick, Sept 2023

Supplier choice

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.

1 out of 2

Thrifty

8,3

Very Good

One location in Hoover

Locations in Hoover

1694 Montgomery Highway

Opening times not available

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U-Save

4,4

Mediocre

Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

5.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.4

Value for money

4.6

One location in Hoover

Locations in Hoover

2067 Valleydale Terrace

+1 334 821 8728

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

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Global Rent A Car

3,5

Poor

Cleanliness

4.8

Comfort

4.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

3.7

Value for money

3.7

One location in Hoover

Locations in Hoover

2067 Valleydale Terrace

Opening times not available

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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5 locations in Hoover

Locations in Hoover

2551 John Hawkins Pkwy

+1 205 823 4446

Opening times not available

2930 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
Sunday

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
Sunday

4704 Cahaba River Rd Ste J

+1 205 991 6222

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2025

People carrier

KAYAK
Pick up and drop off was extremely easy. The minivan was there ontime. I waited less than a minute before being waited on.
8 travellers who hired a car in Hoover gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4,4

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Hoover car hire information

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