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Cheap car hire in Waterford
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Waterford
- Securing car rentals in Waterford, Michigan is a wonderful idea because it can get you throughout the township and into Detroit on your own schedule and more quickly than the often-unavailable public transportation. In Waterford car rentals, you can visit one of the many parks in the area, including Hess-Hathaway Park, Dodge #4 State Park, and Marshbank Park. Just outside the town limits, you can visit the Pontiac Lake Recreation Area, Indian Springs Metro Park, and Blue Mountain State Recreation Area. Those driving car rentals in Waterford can visit Ann Arbor to the southwest, Lake Huron to the northeast, or Lake Michigan to the northwest.
- Situated about a 50-minute drive south of Waterford, the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) serves as an ideal location for securing Waterford car rentals. At DTW, once you exit baggage claim, follow the signs to Ground Transportation in either terminal, where you can catch a free shuttle to the Rental Car Campus, located in the northeast corner of the airport. When you return your rental car to where you picked it up, you can catch a free shuttle to your airport terminal.
- Waterford Township is in the northeast corner of the Detroit metropolitan area. It has a small-town feel, yet it has access to the big city. Traffic in Waterford itself tends to be calm and quiet. There's no particular downtown area or retail center where traffic can become congested. If you are driving into or toward Detroit during peak rush hours of 7 am to 9 am and then from 4 pm to 6 pm, you will experience traffic congestion.
- For those driving car rentals in Waterford, the biggest challenges you will face have to do with inclement weather. Snowfall in Waterford can be frequent and intense, and ice storms and extreme cold can contribute to slippery roads. For those securing Waterford car rentals in the winter months, make sure there is an ice scraper and a snow brush in the car.
- Book your car hire in Waterford at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact car hire in Waterford are around 61% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Waterford
How much is the price of fuel in Waterford?
The average price of fuel in Waterford is R74,62 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R895 and R1 194, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Waterford?
Compact (Infiniti QX30 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Waterford.
How can I find car hires near me in Waterford?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Waterford?
A Compact car hire in Waterford costs R571 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Waterford?
A Standard car hire in Waterford costs R651 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Waterford?
An Intermediate car hire in Waterford costs R677 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Waterford?
For those considering car rentals in Waterford, an SUV is a good choice year-round. In the winter, the grip and power of an SUV can be very beneficial when you are navigating the winter weather. Other times throughout the year, an SUV is ideal for exploring the world-renowned Michigan Upper Peninsula, one of the wildest spots of unspoiled nature in the country.
What's the speed limit in Waterford?
Michigan has a basic speed limit law that mandates that anyone driving a vehicle must drive at a careful speed such that they can stop if they need to, when they need to, with a clear distance ahead. So, for those driving car rentals in Waterford, especially in inclement weather, you need to drive defensively and carefully. The speed limit for highways around Waterford, such as I-75 and I-96, is 70 mph. The speed limit for US routes, such as US Highway 24, is 55 mph. In residential and business areas in Waterford, the speed limit is 25 mph. The speed limit in a mobile home park is 15 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Waterford?
In Waterford, you can usually park on the street for free. However, all-night parking is prohibited between the hours of 2 am and 6 am. On even-numbered calendar dates, you can park on the side of the street that has addresses with even numbers. On odd-numbered calendar dates, you can park on the side of the street with odd-numbered addresses. Throughout the city, there are certain spots that have signs restricting the amount of time you can park. As long as you pay attention to posted signage, parking in Waterford should not be difficult or stressful. As you head out of Waterford towards Birmingham, you will encounter meters that allow one hour of parking for $1.50 to $2.50.
Waterford car rental reviews and directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
9,8
Wonderful
6 reviewsCleanliness
9.6
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
9.6
3 locations in Waterford
Locations in Waterford
362 S. Telegraph Road
+1 248 738 9216
6175 Highland Rd
+1 248 666 7653
7099 Dixie Hwy
+1 248 625 2328
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10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2020
Pros:
Simple, self explanatory, friendly.Cons:
I could think of absolutely nothing! If was truly a pleasant experience!Budget
4,4
Mediocre
13 reviewsCleanliness
4.6
Comfort
5.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.8
Value for money
4.4
2 locations in Waterford
Locations in Waterford
2205 Dixie Highway
+1 248 335 6252
6544 Highland Road
+1 248 886 0972
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2,0 Poor
Aug 2022
2,0 Poor
May 2021
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Nothing. Car reeked of smoke and they wouldn’t help.Cons:
Replacement management with adults.8,0 Very Good
Apr 2021
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friendly, friendly staffCons:
better cleaning of inside4,4 Mediocre
Mar 2020
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Car was clean from pickup location.Cons:
Customer service was extremely poor. Unfriendly people on the phone. No employee empowerment. No help during these difficult times. No chance I’ll use them again.2,0 Poor
Jan 2018
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Even though I was able to reserve a car for pickup st 12 noon, they closed their office early that day at 12 noon- so they were closed when I arrived shortly after noon.8,0 Very Good
Apr 2016
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Long wait for the shuttle at the drop off location to DTW terminal.Avis
3,9
Poor
2 reviewsCleanliness
3.9
Comfort
3.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
3.9
Value for money
3.9
2 locations in Waterford
Locations in Waterford
2205 Dixie Highway
+1 248 874 1081
6544 Highland Road
+1 248 666 8494
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7,2 Good
Jun 2016
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It go the 5 of us from Michigan to Tennessee and back fairly easyCons:
I was told I would be renting a Ford Transit got a Chevy Express, which had less leg room for the driver. Being 6' tall with bad knees, it was a tough ride without enough room to stretch my legs out. There was food, wrappers and plastic silverware under the very rear seat. I vacuumed it out before I returned it and it was cleaner than when I picked it up3,9 Poor
Jul 2021
Easirent
4,6
Mediocre
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One location in Waterford
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Hertz
No score available yet
2 locations in Waterford
Locations in Waterford
6544 Highland Road
+1 248 666 4460
7612 Highland Rd
+1 248 666 4460
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6,0 Okay
Aug 2017
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Had to wait 40 minutes to pick up the car9,6 Wonderful
Sep 2016
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Easy to maneuver and ability to manually or automatically shift transmission.Cons:
Extreme road noise, had at times difficulty talking to the person next to me. Also the vehicle was a "gutless wonder" and could barely get out of its own way.1,9 Poor
Sep 2021
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