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Top tips for hiring a car in Montrose
- Renting a car can offer you not just a practical option, but a comfortable experience when traveling to Montrose. Located in Western Colorado, this is a city where you’ll experience scenic byways and unforgettable excursions. More so if you’re looking to get on high alpine highways or off-the-road and explore sand-stone routes inaccessible through other modes of transportation. The highlights on Montrose highways from bison and elk farms to Colorado wineries are better when you travel at your own pace, so getting a car from Montrose car rentals will be well worth it for the ultimate experience.
- The Montrose Regional Airport has a Rental Car Counter located in the baggage claim lobby. To make the booking process seamless, you can check out car rentals in Montrose through KAYAK and reserve your car of choice before the trip. You'll find several Montrose car rentals, such as Hertz, Dollar, Avis, Enterprise, and Thrifty. Most of these car rentals also have agencies on Airport Dr, which is right outside the Montrose Regional Airport. Consider picking up your car directly from the agencies if that's the most suitable option. You may not find many car rental options in Downtown Montrose in the city. However, most of them may be willing to deliver the car to your hotel at an extra charge.
- If there’s something you should watch out for on Montrose roads, it’s wildlife animals. More so when approaching winter, as the days get shorter and visibility can be poor during dusk and dawn. Deer are usually more distracted during this time of year, but it’s still possible to hit animals even in other seasons. Always be alert, obey traffic signs, and slow down if possible, to increase reaction time.
- There’s minimal traffic in Montrose, CO, and even during rush hour, it doesn’t drag enough to be worried about, unless there’s ongoing construction. Still, I-70 can be quite busy if you intend to venture out of the city. Beyond that, winter roads in Montrose and Colorado as a whole can be rigorous. The snow can get as high as six inches, and the blizzards can make driving hard on inexperienced drivers, even with a 4WD, so be careful when driving.
- Book your rental car in Montrose at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Intermediate rental cars in Montrose are around -21% cheaper than other car types, on average
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Montrose car rental reviews and directory
Hertz
6.9
Okay
42 reviewsCleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
7.3
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2.0 Poor
Dec 2021
4.0 Mediocre
May 2021
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Easy location to accessCons:
Stuck driving a cargo van with "Hertz" plastered on the side through the Rocky Mountains. Not the easiest of drives in a vehicle I was not comfortable driving.6.0 Okay
Mar 2021
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Pick up and drop off was quick and easyCons:
Car was much smaller than expected. Said Nissan Pathfinder or similar (and I know it says not guaranteed) but we got a Kia Sorento which was a lot tighter than we were planning for. Had to have bags in laps/etc. Why not just tell us exactly the car we were reserving? Doesn't seem that hard10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2020
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The staff in Montrose provided excellent & friendly customer service. The nice lady was also very helpful in providing directions to the Black Canyon.8.8 Very Good
Jun 2020
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Drop off10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2019
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Yes - I had delays for pick up and they were very helpful.Cons:
NothingAlamo
10.0
Wonderful
4 reviewsBest rated
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
Value for money
10.0
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10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2020
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Staff was flexible and helpful accommodating my scheduleCons:
Check the fuel level in your rental vehicle at time of pickup, mine was 3/4 full10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2017
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The staff was extremely helpful and friendlyCons:
Nothing10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
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I love driving the Yukon. The car was waiting right outside the airport and I was able to drop it back off right there also. Such good customer service. Thank you.Avis
8.7
Very Good
15 reviewsCleanliness
8.4
Comfort
9.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
9.2
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5.6 Fair
Nov 2018
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reasonable pricingCons:
nobody working the counter, car was not detailed8.4 Very Good
Feb 2018
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The washer fluid light was on and the washers did not work10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2017
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The car had good pickup when going up the mountains.Cons:
It could stand a void car wash.3.6 Poor
Apr 2017
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Car rented was not ready when scheduled. Had to rent another car that was not clean instead. Yes, I was given an "upgrade" but that car was dirty and a very far walk from terminal.3.6 Poor
Mar 2017
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Avis overcharged us without explanation10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2023
Dollar
8.4
Very Good
21 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.5
Value for money
7.7
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2019
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Robin was very good to deal with. Very kind, courteous and helpful.2.0 Poor
Oct 2019
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NothingCons:
They had no available cars to rent10.0 Wonderful
May 2018
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Easy pickup, great car, great price, easy dro-off!Cons:
nothing!10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2018
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Everything was Great. Fast service, nice clean car.Cons:
I got a free upgrade and was told when handed the keys. It would be better to ask if the customer wants an upgrade and what type of car rather than the brand. I had a gas guzzler SUV. I could have changed it but found out when I saw the car in the lot, and didn't want to spend more time... I would have preferred an economical one.2.0 Poor
Feb 2018
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They didn't have a car available despite the fact that I made a reservation.9.2 Wonderful
Mar 2016
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Price, gas milage, comfort.Cons:
Cleanliness, needed maintenance, tires needed replacedPayless
6.8
Okay
12 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.9
Value for money
6.7
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8.8 Very Good
Mar 2019
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Drop off stunk. I hate dropping off without a staff person visually observing the vehicle.Cons:
Staff refused to observe the car.8.0 Very Good
Jul 2018
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The car was clean, the service was quick and Team on the desk was helpfulCons:
We specifically wanted a small car for first-time driver but received a SUV as the smallest available.8.0 Very Good
Aug 2016
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Service engine light was on from the moment i got in the car. tires were very loud. Sounded like snow tires or needed to be rotated.2.0 Poor
Mar 2023
1.9 Poor
Sep 2021
5.9 Fair
Aug 2021
Thrifty
6.7
Okay
25 reviewsCleanliness
7.2
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.8
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2.0 Poor
Jan 2021
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Nothing. Never got our car...Cons:
Phone was off the hook and rang busy all day when trying to inform rental counter that our flight was severely delayed. Arrived to find nobody at rental counter. Called after hours person and they would not come in to give us our car. Only after 10 mins did the agent call back because she felt bad and said that she would come in to get us a car. However the airport would be close by the time she came in. Addressed these issues on the return trip at the rental counter and they denied saying their phone was busy and made nothing but excuses...4.0 Mediocre
Jul 2019
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Not billing me $400 to keep the rental car for an additional 15 hours of use due to a flight cancellation would've been nice.7.6 Good
Jun 2018
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Car was available in the class I previously chose - no waiting. Big plus.Cons:
Car had quite a few scrapes & alot of rock chips - as long as I'm not charged, I don't care, but there were alot. I had never driven a push-button start vehicle - it should have been obvious, but without instruction, the car pic of the parking brake and the start/stop button made me think I had to make sure the parking brake wasn't on and I was in Park and then press Start. I had to acknowledge my ignorance and ask someone, in order to learn you had to press and hold the brake while you press the start/stop button; otherwise nothing. It would be great if agents asked about familiarity with this option, to avoid delay/embarrassment.2.0 Poor
Feb 2018
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NothingCons:
I showed up and they didn’t have a car...9.6 Wonderful
Nov 2017
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Everything was good. The lady at the counter was knowledgable and very friendly.9.6 Wonderful
Mar 2017
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I would have preferred a smaller SUV or a wagon.Budget
4.6
Mediocre
18 reviewsCleanliness
4.5
Comfort
4.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.6
Value for money
4.3
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2.8 Poor
Sep 2020
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Staff was mildly friendly at best. we waited in line for over an hour to get our rental. The first rental we received had not been cleaned and smelled terribly of smoke. After returning to the counter we were offered another vehicle without question which was appreciated. Upon further driving of the Toyota we were provided, the breaks were absolute terrible and would cause major vibration when attempting to stop. With driving to Telluride through the mountains, the breaking situation is not ideal by any means.Cons:
Vehicles need to be updated and be properly maintained. Also, in that size airport, there needs to be more staff, there is no reason to be forced to wait an hour for a rental at any airport.2.0 Poor
Jul 2019
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Mechanical condition of the car was the only thing that was good.Cons:
The car was extremely dirty but inside and outside, and the associate at the desk said that it was because my flight was late by 4 hours and they were not aware of it. Their reason was that their detailing staff went home (it was still 4pm) because they thought there were no more customers coming!2.0 Poor
Jul 2018
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After my flight was delayed I tried to notify budget, 25 phone calls later they refuse to answer the phone. Terrible customer service. No customer service2.4 Poor
Mar 2018
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They seldom answer local phone or return calls.9.2 Wonderful
Jul 2017
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No one at desk. Not the economy car I asked for. Don't charge me for a full tank of gas for a 60 mile drive. Had two bookings for me though first was not confirmed, just an exploration via Kayak.4.0 Mediocre
Feb 2016
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The check on agent and lot tech in Montrose were very nice and tried their best to help us.Cons:
Car was rated for 5 passengers but only had 4 seat belts. The back middle seat attachment was nowhere to be found by us or the Budget staff. We also had to wait over 30 mins for our car. Both facts are tough to swallow when they are charging $180/day for their car.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
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2.0 Poor
Aug 2017
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Reservation was made FINE months ago! When I arrived, they had NO automobiles available for rental at all!5.6 Fair
Feb 2017
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The final price was higher than promised. $419 versus $368 due extra taxes and fees charged by airport authority. Reason stated was rental was made at an offsite location. However, the offsite location does not rent cars. The day before rental Enterprise called to confirm pickup. Stated the pickup would be at the airport. The clerks would not honor the rental agreement. I was not told of the extra fees and taxes until drop off.Easirent
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One location in Montrose
National
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Sunnycars
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141 travellers who rented a car in Montrose gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.8
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