What is the best car hire company in Tampa?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Tampa are Alamo (8.3, 70 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.4, 142 reviews), and Sixt (7.3, 363 reviews). Search car hire on KAYAK

How much is the price of fuel in Tampa?

The average price of fuel in Tampa is AED 13.33 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between AED 160 and AED 213, depending on the car size. Search car hire on KAYAK

What is the most popular car hire in Tampa?

Premium (Ford Edge or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Tampa. Search car hire on KAYAK

How can I find car hires near me in Tampa?

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How much does a Premium car hire cost in Tampa?

A Premium car hire in Tampa costs AED 175 per day, on average. Search car hire on KAYAK

How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Tampa?

An Intermediate car hire in Tampa costs AED 104 per day, on average. Search car hire on KAYAK

How much does a Compact car hire cost in Tampa?

A Compact car hire in Tampa costs AED 167 per day, on average. Search car hire on KAYAK

What type of car is recommended for driving in Tampa?

Fortunately for drivers who prefer large vehicles, Tampa has wide streets that offer ample room for vehicles of all sizes. In general, drivers will have no problem navigating the city whether they are driving an SUV or a coupe. However, drivers should note that in the historic downtown area, large vehicles may struggle with streetside parking. Search car hire on KAYAK

What’s the speed limit in Tampa?

Tampa sees a variety of speed limits from 25 mph all the way up to 70 mph on interstate highways. In the downtown area, drivers will typically see speed limits ranging between 30 - 50 mph, depending on the size of the road. On highways, the speed limit is always 55 mph, unless otherwise posted. Search car hire on KAYAK

Where are the best places to park in Tampa?

In general, streetside parking is not too difficult to find throughout Tampa, especially in the less crowded outer areas. However, in the historic downtown area, streetside parking can become scarce and difficult to find. Parking garages are a great option for drivers heading downtown, though, as they are amply available and fairly cheap. Search car hire on KAYAK

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For travelers planning on renting a car during their time in Tampa, it is as simple as hopping onto the SkyConnect train after your flight to Tampa International Airport lands. The SkyConnect train can be found in the main terminal building and connects the airport to the hire Car Center and the Economy Parking Lot.
Travelers new to Florida should be extra careful when driving in the rain, especially during the later summer months. Storms can appear out of nowhere and can quickly flood the streets with water, making them dangerous for inexperienced drivers. The flooding will pass quickly, so just be sure to keep an eye on the weather.
Rush hour in Tampa lasts from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and picks back up again from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. During rush hour, Hillsborough Ave and many of the I-275 exits can become very backed up so it pays to time your trip accordingly. Much of the historic downtown is made up of smaller streets that can grind to a halt during rush hour as well.
One of the major advantages to renting a car in Tampa is the easy access to all of its wonderful nearby beaches and state parks. For instance, Clearwater Beach, Fort De Soto Park, and Caladesi Island State Park are all readily accessed by car, but are extremely laborious to reach via public transportation. Chances are, you will want to take advantage of the wonderful shopping opportunities in the greater Tampa area and a car is necessary for that as well.
Book your rental car in Tampa at least 3 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
Premium rental cars in Tampa are around 6% cheaper than other car types, on average

Verified travelerAug 2024

Rent a car at one of the companies directly at the on terminal location where you just need to take the train- not an additional shuttle that may take 5-30 minutes to arrive.

FrancineJul 2024

I would definitely tell them to buy the toll package because there were tolls on every road we went on.

Verified travelerJun 2024

Budget was easy and I would use them again

PHILAug 2024

Stick to the airport rental car locations, not off site rentals, it was confusing to find pickup location, the driver was great, friendly and he helped he return the car after I waited in line for 15 minutes with no one even saying hello or greeting me or anyone else.

Verified travelerAug 2024

Though we were happy renting the Toyota Camry we rented, we saw a JEEP Cherokee parked next to us and we tried calling the office for an upgrade but, we weren't able to speak to a representative about it.

Verified travelerAug 2024

Roads are pretty easy to drive in Tampa. If renting a Tesla know that the adapters are not included.

Verified travelerJul 2024

Read fine print and go with a bigger known company

Verified travelerApr 2024

There are plenty of rental car companies at the airport and they are all very competitive. Use them, no need to go off site and deal with sub-standard companies.

lyndaMar 2024

Always good to go with a convertible in Florida! Shop around though, there are so many of them you can find a deal!

TimMay 2024

Bring your ezpass so you can avoid the plate pass rental. Lots of toll roads here.

Verified travelerMar 2024

Smooth handoff and experience. Staff was very nice and informative.

Verified travelerMay 2024

Enterprise was by far our best rental yet!

ElizabethMay 2024

There are shuttles to take you between terminals but it’s a bit of zig zagging if you check bags. I was traveling solo with kids and had to shuttle to get my bags, then shuttle again to get the car. That’s not an Alamo issue but more of an airport heads up

Verified travelerMay 2024

There are gas stations located close to the airport if you want to fuel up the vehicle on your own. There are a number of toll roads in the area so you may want to consider getting the additional toll coverage.

CraigMar 2024

Check your auto insurance coverage before the trip as it may or may not cover a rental. Many times you can avoid additional fees if you have a copy of your coverage.

Verified travelerMar 2024

Inquiry about a navigation system ahead of time if that is a convenience that you may find useful.

SeanMay 2024

Use the major companies. Stay away from the ones you never heard of. Read reviews on Google.

Verified travelerApr 2024

We rented a van and everything went very well. Traffic is busy, drive safe.

Verified travelerApr 2024

Only rent cars through the big companies that have a presence on airport property. It may cost more but at least you can expect to have a reasonable transaction in an reasonable amount of time. If you still want to go with one of the off-site rental companies just look at their reviews on google maps first. There you will see several negative experiences similar to my own.

DavidFeb 2024

Get the Sunpass with your rental to avoid high toll fees.

DavidDec 2023

The car rental center is a tram ride away. We had 1 person pick up the car while the other collected the luggage. After picking up the car, we then drove back to the terminal to get the other person and the luggage. All car rentals are at the car rental center

Verified travelerFeb 2024

Get the insurance the rental company offers unless you have ironclad proof your company will meet their demands. It's easier.

Verified travelerDec 2023

Just use the car rental services at the airport.

Verified travelerNov 2023

Get the Florida Sun Pass if you aren't sure of the tolls on the Florida highways. I drove over the Sunshine Skyway Bridge to Bradenton Florida during my stay.

JohnSep 2023

The airport built a new dedicated area expressly for all the major car rental companies to be in one area which is quite nice

Verified travelerOct 2023

It's easy to drive in Tampa. Rent from a reputable company. Nextcar had a clean car and no line.

Verified travelerNov 2023

Use a name brand company with decent reviews, it's worth the piece of mind.

JoeOct 2023

City can be navigated without using toll roads

Verified travelerNov 2023

Use Alamo and book in advance

JenniferSep 2023

Be prepared for a wait to exit the parking garage. I received a QR code via text to exit more quickly.

Verified travelerNov 2023

Everything was fine, no issues and nice highways. Very busy with construction as in any other major city.

Verified travelerNov 2023

Try to avoid tolls - all rental companies have a bit of a surcharge when you go through them.

PaulOct 2023

Find a car rental company that charges what is promised online.

LeonOct 2023

Use GPS navigation to avoid missing important turns and routes.

charlieNov 2023

Secure the specific vehicle of your need to avoid surprises

Verified travelerOct 2023

Keep your eyes wide open. Lots of traffic

Verified travelerOct 2023

Don’t always go for the well known brands

KiranOct 2023

Please rent from national agencies such as Hertz Avis Budget Enterprise etc. Local renters impose mileage restrictions and force to buy expensive insurance coverage from them and impose several other charges if you don’t ask them to explain. Lots of rip-off agents. Be very careful.

LucindaJun 2023

Rent from Avis. It might cost more but they will be there when your flight gets in. They are the only car rental that is staffed after midnight. Europcar/Fox might be cheap but they are horrible if you have any delay, even if uou call to tell them.

Verified travelerJun 2023

Good area for driving. Set my GPS for avoiding tolls and had no trouble getting around. Expected slowdowns near Clearwater beach we're not too terrible

JessicaJul 2023

Do it at the airport. Expensive but better service and communication.

Verified travelerJul 2023

Happy with the experience 😊

ShelaineJun 2023

I would definitely recommend Nextcar.

MatthewJul 2023

Use the elevators in the car rental center. The escalators are slow, not great for bags (signs do say it’s prohibited), and there is a lot of moving up and down from the the sky train, to checkin, to the garage for pickup.

Verified travelerJun 2023

Double check with the budget agent when checking in regarding the pricing that they have

TiagoAug 2023

location is not the problem. it won't know until you see the car

Verified travelerJul 2023

Check the car before getting out. , report it any little scratches,.

Verified travelerJun 2023

Driving in Tampa was clear to follow the directions.

GustavoJun 2023

Easy driving but GPS wasn't always accurate.

Verified travelerJul 2023

Just use one of the big companies.

DannyJul 2023

Stick with the known brands

Verified travelerMay 2023

Make sure you plan extra time. Always lock the vehicle and don't leave any valuables in plain site in the vehicle.

Verified travelerMay 2023

I would recommend clarifying the Sunpass usage through license plate.

Verified travelerMay 2023

Don't go with a no-name provider like Green Motion. If they aren't one of the top 10, you think you will save money in the end, but you won't. Stay away from Thrifty/Dollar at TPA unless you are in their preferred program that lets you skip the counter. Good companies, but the lines are inexcusably long and slow moving. And lastly, inspect the vehicle and do not be afraid to ask for a different one if you are dissatisfied with the condition (smell, cleanliness, scratches, etc.).

What type of car is recommended for driving in Tampa?
Fortunately for drivers who prefer large vehicles, Tampa has wide streets that offer ample room for vehicles of all sizes. In general, drivers will have no problem navigating the city whether they are driving an SUV or a coupe. However, drivers should note that in the historic downtown area, large vehicles may struggle with streetside parking.
What’s the speed limit in Tampa?
Tampa sees a variety of speed limits from 25 mph all the way up to 70 mph on interstate highways. In the downtown area, drivers will typically see speed limits ranging between 30 - 50 mph, depending on the size of the road. On highways, the speed limit is always 55 mph, unless otherwise posted.
Where are the best places to park in Tampa?
In general, streetside parking is not too difficult to find throughout Tampa, especially in the less crowded outer areas. However, in the historic downtown area, streetside parking can become scarce and difficult to find. Parking garages are a great option for drivers heading downtown, though, as they are amply available and fairly cheap.
What is the best car hire company in Tampa?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Tampa are Alamo (8.3, 70 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.4, 142 reviews), and Sixt (7.3, 363 reviews).
How much is the price of fuel in Tampa?
The average price of fuel in Tampa is AED 13.33 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between AED 160 and AED 213, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Tampa?
Premium (Ford Edge or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Tampa.
How can I find car hires near me in Tampa?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Premium car hire cost in Tampa?
A Premium car hire in Tampa costs AED 175 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Tampa?
An Intermediate car hire in Tampa costs AED 104 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Tampa?
A Compact car hire in Tampa costs AED 167 per day, on average.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6

Good

Read 94 reviews

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.7

Value for money

7.4

20 locations in Tampa

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1001 W Kennedy Bvd

+1 813 254 4221

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10010 E Adamo Dr

+1 813 262 0263

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10010 N. Florida Avenue

+1 813 932 6170

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110 S Us Highway 301

+1 813 622 7889

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13424 North Nebraska Ave

+1 813 972 0082

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13739 N. Dale Mabry Highway

+1 813 265 4458

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17301 Dona Michelle Dr

+1 813 907 0110

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2730 N Dale Mabry Hwy

+1 813 874 0796

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2881 N 50th Street

+1 813 740 9293

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3909 W Hillsborough Ave

+1 813 885 5611

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4602 W Gandy Blvd

+1 813 831 5330

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4901 E. Busch Blvd.

+1 813 980 6673

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4912 W Spruce St

+1 813 282 1680

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5402 N Nebraska Ave

+1 813 238 8471

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5405 Airport Service Rd

+1 833 892 9213

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608 N Nebraska Ave

+1 813 261 3246

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6845 N Dale Mabry Hwy

+1 813 875 8096

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7201 W Linebaugh Ave

+1 813 920 1056

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7902 W. Hillsborough Ave.

+1 813 886 3899

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8700 E Adamo Dr

+1 813 621 2023

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

People carrier

Very good thanks..

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Full-size SUV

The people at the first enterprise we went to were too busy, unhelpful and gave away our rental car. Took us three hours to find a big enough rental. We reserved the rental June 20th for a family vacation. Really at a loss they gave away our vehicle. We finally found one at another location after going to four locations with no large vehicles. We then paid 300$ more for not even the same car we originally rented. Really disappointed.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Full-size SUV

Pick up after we ported was very easy. They were very accommodating to our large group.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Supplier choice

Friendly and courteous

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Full-size SUV

I always feel rushed, confused by offerings, and ultimately like I overspent. My friends use Turo but I prefer the security and comfort of a rental. But the way things are going I may give it a try next time.

6.0 Okay

A, Mar 2024

People carrier

I made a reservation on kayak for a car that enterprise did not have. This caused a one hour and 45 minute delay waiting at a terminal in the rain and my having to call around town to locate a vehicle. This is mostly a problem with kayak, who should not Make reservations for cars that are not available.

Sixt

7.3

Good

Read 246 reviews

Best rated

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

7.2

3 locations in Tampa

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5105 W Cypress St

+1 888 749 8227

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5405 Airport Service Road

+1 888 749 8227

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6800 N Dale Mabry, Suite 194

+1 888 749 8827

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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Full-size

It was cancelled, never hapenned.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Standard SUV

Didn't had a car that i ordered and give me 2 class down

10.0 Wonderful

Joe, Oct 2023

Luxury

Everything was easy and convenient

10.0 Wonderful

Leon, Oct 2023

Convertible

The vehicle was clean, fuel efficient, and perfect for my vacation travel. pick up and drop off were quick and convenient Service was excellent.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Intermediate

Huge line to rent, not enough staff. Online support is worthless. Company just wants to take your money and not rent cars.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2022

I thought our rental deal was too good to be true. We booked through Kayak, But we were pleasantly surprised with the Tampa airport location. The staff were friendly and didn’t push any extras on us. The rental car was clean (Nissian Versa) the staff friendly & courteous. I would 100 % recommend them if you need a rental car in the Tampa area. Just a side note. I also look the car over before taking it off the lot, I also video the entire car inside and out for damage. And take pictures, it does take a few extra minutes but gives me piece of mind.

Dollar

6.7

Okay

Read 129 reviews

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

6.6

3 locations in Tampa

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1102 A East Fowler Ave

+1 813 910 1132

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5405 Airport Service Road

+1 813 396 3640

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6037 N. Dale Mabry Hwy

+1 813 871 1791

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10.0 Wonderful

Ralph, Apr 2024

Intermediate SUV

Great, quick service at the counter and car was ready to go in the garage. I came a bit early and they were still able to accommodate with no issue

6.0 Okay

Paul-Eric, Mar 2024

Compact

I didn't appreciate the "nickle and diming"; the final price was almost 3 times what was advertised with all the added fees and taxes etc. They should be far more transparent with the final cost to the customer. Staff are upselling to the benefit of the business and not necessarily that of the customer. I was offered a transponder but after closer inspection it would have been cheaper for me to pay for the tolls. This was very disappointing; I recommend better training and customer sensitivity workshops.

2.0 Poor

Mahfuzul, Feb 2024

Supplier choice

The pickup experience was horrendous, took almost 2.5 hours. The initial check-in line was extremely long. Once check-in was completed and instructed to go to lower floor to pickup car, you had to find an employee to put your name on a waitlist. The system was chaotic and unorganized. The entire process took 2.5 hours, I was late to meet friends for lunch and delayed my entire schedule. I was only in town for a night and required me to make alternate arrangements. Lastly, I was billed incorrectly and charged for refueling, even though I returned it at the same level I took the car.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Convertible

My experience with the TAMPA AIRPORT DOLLAR RENTAL HAS BEEN UTTERLY DISGUSTING. They put me and my mother in a 2018 Nissan Rogue when here we are a few weeks shy of 2024. When you turned the wheel it made a horrible sound, the charging ports didn't work, the trunk didn't open and when you were at a stop light or idling it would shake and sputter. So I decided to drive 45 minutes back to the airport to get something better. Upon doing so they seemed to be annoyed with me. So after feeling that way I didn't want to complain when the car they exchanged with REEKED LIKE CIGARETTES. Me and my mother decided to just go buy some air fresheners and deal with it. We never mentioned the smell and now I 100% regret it. A few days after returning from Vacation I check my credit card and notice they charged me $400 dollars. I call customer service and am told I was charged that for a "cleaning fee for smoking in the vehicle" so I am now in the process of trying to dispute this charge. I have asked several times to see the notes from the previous person that rented the car to see if it was noted about it smelling like smoke and was told they aren't allowed to give me that information. DISGUSTING SCAMMING COMPANY.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Compact SUV

Had the choice of picking which vehicle I would like to drive. The Nissan Rogue that I was given had 54,000 plus miles and shook when driven above 60 miles per hour. It had a number of door dings which concerned me before I drove off the lot. The attendant was helpful in reassuring me that none of the blemishes identified would register as damage that I caused when returned.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Compact

It was good. Car was ready at pick up and drop off was easy/quick. I would have liked more information about driving / charging the EV as it was my first experience with one.

Thrifty

6.7

Okay

Read 82 reviews

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.7

Value for money

6.7

5 locations in Tampa

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1102 East Fowler Avenue

+1 813 910 1132

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5405 Airport Service Road

+1 813 396 3640

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6037 North Dale Mabry Highway

+1 813 871 1791

Monday	07:30 - 17:00
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700 S Florida Ave

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9017 East Adamo Drive

+1 813 630 4092

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Intermediate SUV

Electronic checkin allowed us to avoid the desk with the long line and get to our selected car directly from baggage claim. Team members walked the car with us taking photos before we left then emailed them to us. It kept everything very transparent.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2024

Full-size SUV

TERRIBLE CLEANLINESS AND STATE OF VEHICLE

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Standard SUV

I like that the rental company is located at the airport. I did not like customer/employee engagement about whether the car i chose was electric or not. The conversation became more tense than it needed to be.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Full-size

Horrible. The car broke down, and they don't offer delivery for replacement vehicles, so I had to get a ride all the way back to the airport to get a replacement vehicle, and they didn't even offer a refund/discount of any kind... Absolutely horrible customer service

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Mar 2023

Economy

First the pickup and drop off place was a Hertz rental location and not a Thrifty location. Second this is a location less geared to travelers and more geared to local customers and it is understaffed. Third it is not anywhere near the airport and we could not change the location to the airport which would have Ben more convenient. Finally, we were not offered the opportunity to purchase the fuel program, so had to stop to buy extra gas unnecessarily. All of the above made this rental car experience poor.

3.9 Poor

Randall, Jul 2021

Waited over 30 minutes to get car. Went to get car and they did not have a mid size SUV that I paid for. Had to get compact car.

Fox

6.2

Okay

Read 402 reviews

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.2

One location in Tampa

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5405 Airport Service Road

+1 813 337 0950

Monday	05:00 - 23:59
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Compact

All the people with whom I interacted were kind and helpful. Also, the entire process was quick.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, May 2024

Full-size

I would rent from Fox again but I’d be way more likely to rent from Fox if there was a way to use their car for toll roads on only the days when you’re planning to use it on those roads instead of paying for toll usage for the entire duration of the trip. Having to pay for the entire duration even though I only wanted to use tolls for one day meant that the cost was much higher and the value not really that great.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2024

People carrier

Check in and out was a breeze

10.0 Wonderful

Michael, Nov 2023

Standard SUV

Nothing really, great trip

10.0 Wonderful

Debbie, Sep 2023

Full-size

Some confusion with billing when I purchased liability. All was cleared up easily.

8.0 Very Good

Sean, Jun 2023

People carrier

Pickup good way too long. Almost an hour. Drop off was easy.

Hertz

6.1

Okay

Read 269 reviews

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.2

Value for money

6.1

10 locations in Tampa

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1102 A East Fowler Ave

+1 813 910 1132

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
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11608 N Florida Avenue

+1 813 931 2631

Monday	10:00 - 19:00
Tuesday	10:00 - 19:00
Wednesday	10:00 - 19:00
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1200 N Westshore Blvd

+1 813 207 7615

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
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15625 N Dale Marby Hwy

+1 813 210 8752

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
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5405 Airport Service Rd

+1 813 874 3232

Monday	06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 00:00
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6037 N. Dale Mabry Hwy

+1 813 871 1791

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700 South Florida Ave.

+1 813 226 4205

Monday	09:00 - 12:00
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7201 W Linebaugh Ave

+1 813 969 2361

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
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9017 East Adamo Drive

+1 813 630 4092

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9017 West Adamo Drive

+1 813 630 4092

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