Scottsdale car hire information
| Pick-up location | Scottsdale |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 30 |
| Airport locations | 2 |
Cheap car hire in Scottsdale
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Top tips for hiring a car in Scottsdale
- Whether you’re bouncing between the many golf courses Scottsdale has to offer, venturing into Phoenix situated southwest of the city, or exploring Tonto National Forest, by renting a car you can do all of the above conveniently within your own timeframe. The area is best explored with a car, so enjoy the many great things Scottsdale has to offer by renting a car.
- Travelers who arrive in Scottsdale at the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport will be pleased to know that there are several hire car agencies on the grounds. Start your journey free of stress by renting a car directly at the airport and be in Scottsdale in about twenty minutes via the N Scottsdale Road. The hire car center is located in its own building and there is a shuttle operating between the terminals and the hire center. The bus stops are outside the terminals, past the baggage claim area.
- Especially during summer, monsoons can occur regularly in Scottsdale and the whole of Arizona, and they bring heavy rain showers, strong winds, and dust storms – all of which can severely impair visibility. Should you drive into such a monsoon, try to find a safe place to park the car and wait until it has abated. Also do not drive into flooded areas, usually marked with a warning sign, or the car can lose traction and you will need to be towed out of the flooded area.
- Rush hours in Scottsdale occur at 6-9 am and 5-7 pm, where traffic, specifically between Scottsdale and Phoenix, can increase dramatically. Try to avoid driving through the city during these times, and especially when heading to the airport, allow plenty of extra time (at least two hours), so you don’t miss your flight.
- Book your car hire in Scottsdale at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Supplier choice car hire in Scottsdale are around 18% cheaper than other car types, on average
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Scottsdale car rental reviews and directory
Hertz
6,2
Okay
128 reviewsCleanliness
6.5
Comfort
6.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.3
Value for money
6.5
7 locations in Scottsdale
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10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
5,9 Fair
Jun 2021
10,0 Wonderful
May 2021
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The staff was super friendly, even when I was late to pick up my car! The car was super clean and the whole process was quick.Cons:
nothing! Price was fair!8,0 Very Good
Apr 2021
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Very good and easy. Concerned with short hour pickup and return. Also limited cars availableCons:
Easier hours for pickup and return. More than one employee when several people waiting.4,0 Mediocre
Apr 2021
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We decided to rent at the airport, so I was happy that you had cars in stock.Cons:
The employee at the office was fairly rude. We arrived and was told that even though we booked a van, we were not guaranteed anything that big. Basically said, just because you booked a van, you might end up with a car. The van was older and scratched up. The passenger door handle on the inside was broken. It was fairly clean inside, so I was happy about that, but the van was tired and should not be rented anymore. National would not have a car like that in their inventory.2,0 Poor
Apr 2021
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The car I reserved was “not available” no Hertz anywhere in Scottsdale/Phoenix had cars. The address listed was not a valid site.Cons:
Really having a car as planned. We had to scramble to change plans and find other transportation.Sixt
7,9
Good
37 reviewsCleanliness
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
7.7
One location in Scottsdale
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2,0 Poor
May 2021
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Nothing, worst customer svc everCons:
Everything, will never rent from them again!!10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2021
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YesCons:
No..airport busy10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2021
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Drop off and pick up was super easy. The car was brand new, clean, and had every feature I wanted.Cons:
Would love to be able to communicate with customer support over the phone but instead you can only speak with a robot. Good luck getting to speak with anyone if you have questions or issues.3,6 Poor
Nov 2020
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The pickup/drop off location person (Marc) was very nice and did what he could to help but his hands were tied by the company limiting what he was able to do.Cons:
The first car we got had mechanical issues and we had to return it 10 minutes after leaving the shop. The second vehicle we got had major mechanical issues. We had to drive 30 minutes back to the shop. The third vehicle we got was a sedan not an SUV which is what we requested when making the reservation. I have lodged a complaint with customer service and have asked for a full credit. We spent a total of 4.5 hours going back and forth trying to get into a safe, working vehicle. We lost an entire day of travel and did not end up with an SUV which was challenging for some of the places we visited. We were not able to go to certain places in the sedan because those locations required four wheel drive to access. Overall it was not a good experience. A car rental company of this caliber should have properly working and safe vehicles for their customers. The individual locations should be able to offer more customer service and better solutions for their clients. Sixt is over-priced for what they claim to offer and I hope that customer service will recognized the failures. The vehicles were unsafe which put us at risk and our vacation plans were significantly altered due to not having four whell drive. Very disappointing.10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2020
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Yes and Yes....Cons:
Didn't know I needed to put a $200 deposit down until right before I was leaving. Other than that, all was GREAT!7,6 Good
Jul 2020
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Staff was VERY goodCons:
My confirmation and reservation clearly stated unlimited mileage but when I arrived the counter said it absolutely was not and informed me that i could not leave the StateEnterprise
7,4
Good
63 reviewsBest rated
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.3
7 locations in Scottsdale
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10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Had to use the car extra days and staff was super helpful.Cons:
Letting the customer know that they could pick up and drop off at other locations. I needed a ride 7 miles away. I was told they could not take me over 4 miles. The facility was understaffed but polite.2,0 Poor
Apr 2021
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Staff was very friendlyCons:
I did not get my vehicle until 3 1/2 hours after my requested time.2,0 Poor
Jan 2021
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They did not rent with Panama drivers license!!! A first4,4 Mediocre
Jun 2020
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Vehicle originally rented was not available and the replacement option was not luxury....the replacement (van )took over 1.5 hours to get ready. The inside of the van was filthy dirty and I had to personally disinfect it before our trip. The salesman offered an 8 % discount which was not worth switching vehicle types. With covid going on, I assumed the cleaning process would be more through to prevent the spread.10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2020
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Super easy pick up and drop off. Friendly staff!10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2020
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All good. Thx.Budget
7,9
Good
29 reviewsCleanliness
7.8
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.9
Value for money
7.5
5 locations in Scottsdale
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6,0 Okay
Apr 2021
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The store was supposed to be open until 5 but the manager said he was leaving at 2 on Friday so I had to return it by then.6,0 Okay
Mar 2021
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YesCons:
The air conditioning didn’t work called to get different car they didn’t have one. Never called back for final four days of trip. Temperature was in middle 80s10,0 Wonderful
Dec 2018
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Exceptional customer service at this location.10,0 Wonderful
Nov 2018
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This particular location has the nicest, hardest working people offering the best services they possibly can9,2 Wonderful
May 2018
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Good car, great value for the amount of time that used the SUV.Cons:
Chris Frieh the agency operator was finally able to get a SUV for me. But he could never commit when there would be an SUV available. In fact, I took an SUV that was returned with 3/4 tank of gas and not cleaned because I needed to leave right at noon.9,2 Wonderful
Jun 2017
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Staff in Scottsdale were super nice and the price was great.Cons:
Pick-up spot had a very limited selection of vehicles. Upgrade was ridiculously priced - meant to deter us from taking it because it was a one way rental.Avis
7,2
Good
17 reviewsCleanliness
7.9
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.2
Value for money
6.7
5 locations in Scottsdale
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6,0 Okay
Feb 2021
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Not much. Car was okay.Cons:
Didn't get the car I requested. Received a big gas guzzling SUV instead. Gas tank was only about 3/4 full. Returned the car with a full tank and was expecting some type of credit. Attendant Mike T. laughed and said no, but thanks for filling up the car! Writing letter to AVIS. Not a happy customer.4,8 Mediocre
Jun 2017
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The cost Car was comfortableCons:
Smelled like cigarettes and feet10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2017
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It was affordable and clean. I got the exact car I rented.Cons:
The extra third party insurance fee I paid & didn't need.2,0 Poor
Jul 2016
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The journeyCons:
Told I got a free upgrade only to be informed at the other end I was charged. Some roadside assistance charge added as well without my knowledge. Customer service don't want to know. Never again Avis!!9,6 Wonderful
Oct 2015
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Easy pick-up & drop-off staff member was accommodatingCons:
car was not clean to typical Avis standards: dog hair in rear of vehicle, windows needed a cleaning2,0 Poor
Jul 2022
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Eagle Rent A Car
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One location in Scottsdale
Easirent
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One location in Scottsdale
Sunnycars
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One location in Scottsdale
Thrifty
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One location in Scottsdale
274 travellers who hired a car in Scottsdale gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7,0
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