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10.0

All was perfectReviewed 9 May 2023

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4.0

Great car, staff good but over extended The only airport where you cant grab your fast break car and go. Long lineup and wait times despite being fast break member.Reviewed 24 Apr. 2023

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2.0

They raised my rental prices and I wasnt informed of the change. I was told my rental price would stay the sameReviewed 17 Apr. 2023

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4.0

Should calculate fuel usage and then return the unused price backReviewed 12 Apr. 2023

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8.0

Pickup and drop off was easy. Price was a little higher than I had anticipated. But car was nice, clean and in good condition.Reviewed 21 Mar. 2023

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10.0

I really could have used a snow brush, but I didn’t find it. The windshield had recently been cleaned, leaving a residue on the inside, that made it hard to see when driving into the sun, as the sunshine lit up the residue.Reviewed 27 Feb. 2023

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6.0

I am appalled at how unsafe it was for Budget to be providing cars to folks in this Ottawa weather at this time of year with NO WINTER TIRES. Driving from Ottawa to Quebec felt so unsafe and took us so much longer than it should have because ALL SEASON TIRES ARE NOT WINTER TIRES. We were sliding all over the road and I am a very experienced and confident driver. It is deplorable that just because winter tires aren’t legally required in Ontario that Budget would be putting their patrons in such danger during the winter months. Not impressed.Reviewed 9 Feb. 2023

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2.0

Car was dirty , hadn’t been disinfected , vacuumed, customer service was ok , felt rushed .. not a personal experience. Most rental places drive you back , but they did not. Price was reasonable, got in on a good price. Don’t think I would go back to that particular location. Maybe try another location next time!Reviewed 17 Oct. 2022

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2.0

I was unable to rent a vehicle, though I had reserved one. The machine to read my licence did not work, so I could not proceed with renting the vehicle that I had reserved. The staff seemed to imply that my licence was invalid. They said to me that I should try to rent from another company, which I did. There was no problem with my licence being read and another company was happy to rent to me, though I missed out on the better priced vehicle from Budget.Reviewed 4 Oct. 2022

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2.0

I have been overcharged and will now have to contact Budget to resolve the $500 on my card. Upon pick up, the vehicle was disgustingly dirty. There was a chip in the windshield and during the walk around, the employee said that if it worsened it would be at my cost. He did not even inspect the inside of the vehicle. They were not even open upon me returning the vehicle. They did not honour my promo code. An all around horrible experience and I will not book again.Reviewed 3 Oct. 2022

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8.0

What’s with two pieces of picture ID required? A driver’s license is no longer sufficient. Hmmmm.Reviewed 26 Sep. 2022

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2.0

Pretty awful. Wouldn't have used them in the first place but there were no cars to be found. Price clearly put way up because of this. Impossible to reach anyone by phone, counter service poor.Reviewed 20 Sep. 2022

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• Where is the best pick up location for Budget car rentals in Ottawa?

  Ottawa International Airport is the best location to book and pick up Budget car rentals in Ottawa. The airport is the main access point to the city, making it a convenient location to pick up your rental once your flight arrives. Moreover, the Budget counter at YOW has longer operating hours than other branches, staying open till 1 am on most days. It gives every traveller, including those on flights arriving late at night, a chance to grab a rental. After-hours return service is also available if your return flight is to depart past the agency’s operating hours.

• What are the different car rental benefits offered by Budget in Ottawa?

  The Fastbreak Service is a unique benefit you will enjoy when you book Budget car rentals in Ottawa. You can skip long lines at the counter by heading straight to the Fastbreak Kiosk when you arrive. This service makes it easy and quick for you to pick up and drop off your rental. Budget counter’s location inside the time also gives you access to the amenities in the terminal, like restaurants, duty-free stores, and clean restrooms.

• Where are the best places to park Budget car rentals in Ottawa?

  Ottawa has several municipal parking lots, garages, and on-street parking, so finding parking should not be hectic. The most common municipal parking options with plenty of parking spaces include City Hall Garage, ByWard Market Garage, Dalhousie Garage, Glebe Garage, and Gloucester Garage. Expect to pay at least C$ 2 for an hour of parking. Alternatively, opt for monthly parking in some of the garages if your stay is long-term. However, with a temporary parking permit, you can access free parking for up to four hours on some municipal lots.

• Has the Budget rental car policy in Ottawa changed because of Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

  As the situation changes with coronavirus (COVID-19) Budget will continually update its policies accordingly. Please contact Budget directly for the latest information. You can find up-to-date information on the coronavirus response of Budget here: Coronavirus (COVID-19) update from Budget

• How much does it cost to rent a car from Budget in Ottawa?

  On average a rental car from Budget in Ottawa costs C$ 83 per day.

• What is the most popular rental car from Budget in Ottawa?

  Full-size (Ford Explorer or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type from Budget in Ottawa.

• How many car rental locations does Budget have in Ottawa?

  Budget has 11 rental locations in Ottawa. Take a look at our Budget rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

• Does Budget have a car rental location at the airport: Ottawa airport (YOW)?

  Yes

• Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Ottawa airport (YOW)?

  Yes