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Top tips for hiring a car in Aspen
- Whether you intend on staying within the city limits or exploring the surrounding region, car rentals in Aspen are a convenient way to get around. Many nearby attractions are more accessible by car, such as Maroon Bells, a famous mountain peak that is about a 25min drive away. Hiking enthusiasts may also want to go to the North Hunter Creek Trail, which is around a 20min drive from the city center.
- If you plan on arriving by plane, you can always choose to pick up your Aspen car rental from Aspen/Pitkin County Airport. The rental car desks are conveniently placed next to the baggage claim in the airport’s Arrivals terminal, meaning that you don’t have to grab a shuttle or take a taxi to get here. There are many different companies for you to choose from, with options including Alamo, Budget, and National.
- Driving in Aspen can be confusing as many of the city’s roads are long and winding, particularly in the more mountainous regions of town. To make navigation easier, you can add a GPS system to car rentals in Aspen. Downtown Aspen is known for having a large number of pedestrians, so you will also want to pay close attention when you are driving in this area, particularly along major roads, such as Main Street.
- There is one major highway that leads into Aspen, which is Highway 82. This road is known for having high traffic levels, so try to avoid driving on it during rush hour, which is generally between 9am and 10am and 5pm and 6pm. It snows often during winter months, and even if it hasn’t snowed recently, the streets may still be slick. Avoid sudden stops and try to drive slower than normal in order to prevent any skidding. You will also want to make sure that your vehicle has the proper equipment for driving in the winter, such as chains for the tires.
- Book your rental car in Aspen at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Standard rental cars in Aspen are around 20% cheaper than other car types, on average
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Aspen car rental reviews and directory
Budget
9.1
Wonderful
37 reviewsCleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.0
Value for money
8.6
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9.2 Wonderful
Aug 2020
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Staff was friendly, the car was clean and really nice.Cons:
Drop off in Denver was unclear and the staff while busy were not very helpful even when asked what needed to happen.10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2020
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Staff was friendly and did their job.Cons:
Where to pickup rental would have been easier had I known to go to arrivals at the airport.5.6 Fair
Feb 2020
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Perhaps I should have read more carefully. Given the snow conditions, I rented an SUV and must have understood incorrectly as I expected all-wheel or four-wheel drive. I was offered a $150 upsell. Guy walking up next to me got a small all wheel drive which was not offered. Car was outside covered in snow and ice impossible to inspect thoroughlyCons:
read description carefully7.6 Good
May 2019
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Car was well used. Seat was very uncomfortable10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2019
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Staff friendly and professionalCons:
Nothing.... check in very quick efficient and professional10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2018
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Easy drop off. Courteous and hassle free.National
8.8
Very Good
4 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
4.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Aspen
Sixt
8.6
Very Good
29 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.5
Value for money
8.2
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10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2022
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Everything was wonderful. Irving was the name of the rep that assisted us. The car model that we booked online was unavailable and for a small upgrade fee - we rented a luxury SUV. Very happy with this rental experience.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Good value, great car, overall excellent experience10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Irving at Sixt was extremely helpful and friendly.8.0 Very Good
Mar 2021
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Staff very good.Cons:
Pushing insurance and the usual overinflated gas prices could be a good differentiator for the company going forward against the competitionHertz
7.6
Good
10 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
6.0
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9.2 Wonderful
Feb 2017
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I was happy with the car and the process was easy and the value was good.8.0 Very Good
Dec 2016
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Very easy, straight forward rental6.4 Okay
Nov 2016
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Car was there, Return was easyCons:
Ordered a GPS on car but when I picked up the car there was none. Could not connect my bluetooth to car and all would of been, no doubt ok, had I had a person to help me from Hertz except there was no agent at the counter when the website said there should of been. Aspen, CO has unusual hours to start with.10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2016
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The sales person was very knowledgeable and helpful10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2016
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I loved how fast and simple the service was. No one tried to push any additional services on me, and everyone was so kind. Customer service was great! Had help with my bags. I have never had such a great experience with a rental car company. Will definitely look to Hertz first. Also extremely pleased with the deal I got. Hertz by far has the best service.Cons:
No complaints.Avis
7.0
Good
18 reviewsCleanliness
7.4
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.5
Value for money
6.4
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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Car was a nice car but dirtyCons:
They grossly misstate the price on Kayak to get you to sign up with them.....then you get there and there are a couple hundred dollars of add on fees. Unethical business dealings.10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2021
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Good car, cleanCons:
Nothing6.4 Okay
Mar 2020
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wanted keep car for another day. said ok then called and said no. want back thay were closing down. for coronavirus4.0 Mediocre
Jan 2017
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quick car pickup - but apparently gave me the wrong carCons:
when returning the car, the agent found out that when the original agent made a mistake. This caused a delay in the return, putting me dangerously close to losing my flight. Also they overcharged me for child carseats twice. Car wasnt very clean.4.0 Mediocre
Jan 2023
2.0 Poor
Jan 2022
Alamo
5.4
Fair
18 reviewsCleanliness
5.2
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.6
Value for money
5.8
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2.0 Poor
Jan 2020
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they don't have the carCons:
Better??? they cancel my reservation5.2 Fair
Aug 2019
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The car was what we expected, excellent navigation system and good gas mileage.Cons:
The Alamo Rep called me about a hour before scheduled time, asking me when to be picking it up. I arrived 10 min. prior, And no rep was present, proceeded to call assistance number and still took about half an hour to get the car once rep showed up. Car smelled awful, hadn’t been cleaned proir.2.4 Poor
Aug 2019
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Easy drop off and pick up.Cons:
The car upon pick up was dirty. Plus, it is underpowered and underserving for the area. The attendant tried to tell us all cars have trouble in CO, but we have been to CO many times and this was our first issue. Plus, we rode in friends cars without issue. The attendant nearly hit us when we arrived2.0 Poor
Apr 2017
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Liegton, GM at Denver lo Ato on is a complete liarCons:
Nothing10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
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Fast solution and flexibility10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
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Easy and perfect price point. Great service in Aspen!Sunnycars
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