hertz PALO ALTO car rental guide

HERTZ is one of the largest car rental companies in the world with more than 1,600 airport locations in the U.S. alone. HERTZ offers a wide range of cars - featuring business-trip standards, as well as high-capacity cars for families and compact economy cars for those on a budget, there's also a rental section of hybrid cars, luxury "dream cars" that are treats for memorable trips.

Save time with thousands of convenient car rental pick-up and drop-off locations all over the world and in your back yard. Take advantage of credit card-free reservation policy to make renting a car from HERTZ a breeze.

Save up to 25% OFF base rates at HERTZ. Click here or call 800-654-2210 and use CDP#: 1742729 to receive discount.

HERTZ CAR RENTAL KEY FACTS

HERTZ has a wide range of luxury, sports and hybrid rental cars available to meet every need. Save time with thousands of convenient car rental pick-up and drop-off locations all over the world and in your back yard. Take advantage of credit card-free reservation policy to make renting a car from HERTZ a breeze.

HERTZ RESERVATIONS

Click here to book online or call 800-654-2210 to speak to a HERTZ representative. Be sure to provide CDP code: 1742729 when making reservation to ensure best price.

HERTZ US DISCOUNT OFFERS

USE CDP code: 1742729 to save on your reservation. Enjoy Bonus Discount Offers such as free weekend day, complimentary upgrades and other stackable deals.

HERTZ Gold Plus Rewards®

Start Earning with Hertz Gold Plus Rewards. FREE to join! With Hertz Gold Plus Rewards® booking a car has never been easier, faster or more rewarding and you can gain access to exclusive offers and coupon codes. Whether you are a new member or in the elite President's Circle®, Hertz Gold Plus Rewards® makes renting faster and rewarding.

It's easier than ever to earn and use Points for free rentals on convertibles, luxury cars and more!

HERTZ APP

Making reservations, skipping lines at reservation counter, choosing your car and so much more can all be done with the HERTZ APP. Download today.

HERTZ RENTAL CAR TYPES

The Hertz Car/Sedan collection features your classic compact and full-size sedan rental cars. We offer renters a variety of cars suitable for any budget and occasion.

The Hertz SUV/Minivan/4x4 Collection is our most spacious option for passenger vehicles. We offer 5 passenger SUV's, as well as 7 and 12 passenger transit vans. Each vehicle has additional room for luggage so you can pack along everything you need for a perfect road trip

The Hertz Prestige Collection is a unique line of high-end, luxury vehicles that can transform an ordinary business or leisure trip into a very special one.  Featuring vehicles from prestigious names like Mercedes, Infiniti, and Range Rover, the Hertz Prestige Collection gives you the chance to love the road in the finest possible environment.

The Hertz Commercial Van/Truck Collection provides a fleet of large vehicles for all your moving needs. Planning for a big move can be stressful, but our reliable pickup truck rental offers you the extra space to haul all the important stuff on your big day.

The Hertz Manager's Special is a unique offer for a great discount on your next car rental. When you rent with our special offer, you reserve your car at an economy rate but you'll get an economy, full-size or larger vehicle when you check-in and pickup. We pick the car for you from any of our curated collections

HERTZ MULTI-MONTH LONG TERM RENTALS

Considering leasing a vehicle or just tired of restrictions found in lease agreements? Choose Hertz Multi-Month with low rates and plenty of savings as your solution.

Multi-Month rentals are worry-free. You'll get special low multi-month rates on a full range of vehicles, including Hybrids, SUVs and Minivans.

HERTZ LEASING

Want a more efficient, technology-based solution for your Fleet management needs? Hertz now provides fleet management and leasing services to companies with 15-100 vehicles

HERTZ PARTNERS

Rent with HERTZ and accrue points/miles with HERTZ Travel Partners including Airlines, Hotels and Rail. A few top partners include: Marriott Bonvoy, Amtrak, Delta, American and many others.

HERTZ offers Government and Military discounts.

HERTZ CAR RENTAL TIPS

• USE CDP code: 1742729 for best discount pricing.
• Book Early. Car rental pricing typically follows a supply and demand algorithm. Be quick to book your reservation as rates usually go up closer to pick-up date. Holiday Weekends. These time periods are high demand and have highest rates and frequently sell-out. To secure a vehicle and a good rate it is critical you plan ahead.
Avoid Airport Pick-up Fees - sometimes there are additional fees for airport pick-ups. Compare rates at different locations.
Chose a smaller car class to save money
• Electronic Tolls - be aware there is frequently an additional charge for using EZ Pass et al for tolls.
• Optional Extras - Child Seat, Auto Gas Replacement, GPS, Toll Transponder, Additional Driver and other add-ons will all cost you extra. Avoid unless you really need. You may not need GPS or other add-ons as they will cost you more. You can use your Smartphone for directions/GPS.
• Pre-pay options can deliver extra savings. But, be aware of the cancellation fees. Also, often times you can benefit from flexibility as you may find a better deal last minute. Better to use this option within 12-48 hours of your rental.
• Request an upgrade. When picking up car it doesn't hurt to ask agent if they can offer a complimentary upgrade. Depending on the number of cars they have on lot, they can sometimes oblige.
• Check for Military & Veterans Discounts. Other special groups like Teachers, Students, Employees can utilize special discount codes. See above discounts links for details.
• Are you better off with a taxi or public transportation? Many hotels charge you for overnight valet parking and these fees can be quite high. Similarly, when driving to a restaurant, store etc. you may incur a parking charge. Factor these costs when planning your trip. You may find that renting a car is a more expensive option.

HERTZ CUSTOMER SERVICE

Call HERTZ US Customer Service at 800-654-2210. Be sure to mention CDP code: 1742729 when making new reservation or have applied to existing reservation.

HERTZ HOURS OF OPERATION

HERTZ Reservations are available 24 hours a day at 800-654-2210 or via online booking. Individual locations have varying hours of operations and details can be viewed on HERTZ website.

HERTZ EXTRAS

Products & Services: GPS Navigation, Child Seat. Sirius Satellite

Car Rental Services: One-way rental, Pre-Pay, Fuel Plans

Premium Emergency Roadside Assistance: Our Premium Emergency Roadside Service ("PERS") is an optional service which, if purchased, reduces your financial liability for services required to remedy non-mechanical problems of the vehicle and/or problems resulting from an accident or collision.

HERTZ LOST & FOUND

Lose something on your rental? HERTZ is here to help. Call Customer Service at 800-455-2848

HERTZ BEST RATE GUARANTEE

When you book directly through the HERTZ website you can feel confident that no other online provider will beat our prices for a Hertz rental vehicle.

Car rental tips & key facts

• For best rates utilize discount codes and stackable coupons. For AVIS, BUDGET & HERTZ you can often stack an additional promo code onto their AWD, BCD & CDP #'s respectively. Be sure to search for these codes via the discount links above. Look for incremental discount codes.
• Book Early. Book Early. Book Early. Car rental pricing typically follows a supply and demand algorithm. Be quick to book your reservation as rates usually go up closer to pick-up date.
• Holiday Weekends. These time periods are high demand and have highest rates and frequently sell-out. To secure a vehicle and a good rate it is critical you plan ahead.
Book online. Some discounts available exclusively online.
• Compare prices. If you have time check rates at competing car rental providers as prices can vary - even for the same itinerary and car type. Also, keep checking back as rates can fluctuate and you can modify your reservation if a lower rate becomes available.
• Avoid Airport Pick-up Fees - sometimes there are additional fees for airport pick-ups. Compare rates at different locations.
• Weekday pricing: The price of a rental car often goes up over the weekend. If any of the rental days are weekdays, be sure to ask about special weekday rates. Check company websites for the best rates.
• Chose a smaller car class to save money. The daily rates are often lower and they typically are more fuel efficient.
• Avoid returning the car with gas tank below FULL. Rates to replenish are higher than you'll find at the pump.
• Check to make sure your car has a full tank of gas. If not, call immediately and alert customer service. Take a picture of gas level on dashboard as proof.
• Electronic Tolls - be aware there is frequently an additional charge for using EZ Pass et al for tolls. You are often times better served declining this option.
• Avoid Optional Extras - Child Seat, Auto Gas Replacement, GPS, Toll Transponder, Additional Driver and other add-ons will all cost you extra. Avoid unless you really need (note: of course you should utilize a child seat if young children are in the car.). You may not need GPS or other add-ons as they will cost you more. You can use your Smartphone for directions/GPS.
• Drivers under 25 may pay a higher rate and accrue a surcharge. Be aware.
• Pre-pay options can deliver extra savings. But, be aware of the cancellation fees. Also, often times you can benefit from flexibility as you may find a better deal last minute. Better to use this option within 12-48 hours of your rental.
• When picking-up vehicle, inspect closely for damage - particularly scratches and dings - before you leave the lot. Alert a representative if you find any not already noted. Take a picture with your phone as back-up proof.
• Don't Return Car Late. Most companies operate on a 24-hour cycle and some have a 15 minute to ½ hour grace period. But if you miss the drop off deadline you will be charged for an additional full day and possibly at a higher rate.
• Credit Cards. Most companies require a credit card for rental. Some providers allow debit card, but check ahead of time to confirm.
• Request an upgrade. When picking up car it doesn't hurt to ask agent if they can offer a complimentary upgrade. Sometimes they oblige depending on availability.
• Avoid renting in major cities. Rates in big cities like New York can be extremely high. If you have flexibility, pick up car outside city limits.
• Consider if you are better off with a taxi or public transportation? Many hotels charge you for overnight valet parking and these fees can be quite high. Similarly, when driving to a restaurant, store etc. you may incur a parking charge. Factor these costs when planning your trip. You may find that renting a car is a more expensive option.
• Take advantage of long-term rental pricing. Rentals of a week or longer and a month or longer (Mini-lease) can trigger a lower rate structure. When booking, check average daily rate for different lengths and take advantage of special pricing.
• Check for Military & Veterans Discounts. Other special groups like Teachers, Students, Employees can utilize special discount codes. See above discounts links for details.
• Gas Stations close to Airports and car rental drops may have inflated prices. Seek out gas station as far from airport (or major city) as is possible.
• Join Rewards Programs. Loyalty programs are Free are set-up to reward frequent travel. Take advantage of these programs and you may accrue free rental days and receive promotional offers for special deals.