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Allentown, PA, United States
18 Aug — 25 Aug
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Allentown, PA, United States
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Alamo
9.6
Excellent
56 reviewsBest rated
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.6
Value for money
9.3
One location in Allentown
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10.0 Excellent
Feb. 2021
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Easy booking and pickup for the car. Clean and reliable cars to rent!Cons:
The rate was fair but additional charges like gas was not expected as I was not mentioned about tank fill up. Over charged me for fuel. And drop off location needs to be more.10.0 Excellent
Dec. 2020
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Cool Car, Nice RideCons:
Snow fall10.0 Excellent
Nov. 2020
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The entire experience was fantastic.10.0 Excellent
Dec. 2019
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Everything was great. I don’t know how it could have been better actually!9.6 Excellent
May 2019
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Staff was fine at pickup and drop off (especially at drop off)Cons:
The only slight annoyance was the number of times the counter rep suggested I purchase their insurance. I understand it’s their job to present this (profitable) option, but two offers is enough, I didn’t need the extra attempts. But this did not change my perception that this was a very nice rental10.0 Excellent
May 2019
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Everything was easy.Cons:
We rented in Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.Budget
7.8
Good
48 reviewsCleanliness
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
7.8
One location in Allentown
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10.0 Excellent
Apr. 2021
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The folks at the counter were very helpful and friendly. The car was clean and worked really well.Cons:
Nothing. No suggestions for improvement10.0 Excellent
Apr. 2018
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Excellent4.8 Okay
Jan. 2018
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NothingCons:
I didn’t like how they processed everything, too fast and didn’t have a choice of car. I would of liked a compact with trunk not hatch. And again fast with the check out, I wanted to pay cash and they didn’t even give us a chance to ask if we could. They were only concerned how many miles I put on, and that I parked in the return section. Mind you it’s snowing outside and their parking lot is a mess. Safety first? Lol mileage should be my last concern, And besides I’m paying.6.8 Good
Sep. 2017
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CAR WAS KNOT CLEAN8.4 Excellent
Jun. 2017
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Low price, fast process, easy to pick up and drop offCons:
Car was obviously smoked in even though they claim a non smoking fleet.. It was like driving an ashtray with leather seats. Froze $200 of credit for 3 days past my drop off as opposed to date of pick up. Was very odd.10.0 Excellent
Jun. 2017
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there was nothing to dislike, the car was clean, picked up in Allentown and dropped off in PHI. Everyone was very efficient and friendly. You have a good team in PA.Hertz
6.1
Good
56 reviewsCleanliness
6.1
Comfort
6.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.7
Value for money
6.2
2 locations in Allentown
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10.0 Excellent
May 2021
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The staff was nice and professional but seems like did not know I was there to pick my car.Cons:
The pick up location can be better10.0 Excellent
May 2021
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We had car trouble with the car we originally rented. But Ben and Doug from the Hertz in Roanoke came and picked us up quickly and got us going in a new car. They were wonderful. The emergency roadside assistance was poor. We were on hold for over half an hour before we got through. Then it took them over an hour and a half to pick up the car. Fortunately due to Ben and Doug, we got another car and didn’t have to wait for the tow.10.0 Excellent
May 2021
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The staff was very friendly and helpful. Pickup and dropoff took only a few minutes. Very pleased8.0 Excellent
Apr. 2021
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new wipers2.0 Mediocre
Mar. 2021
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I made an online reservation for a one-way rental and booked a non-refundable motel room in my destination city. Got a call the next morning that they didn't have a car for me, that they didn't do a one-way rental between the cities. Personnel were polite and professional and apologized.Cons:
Their reservation system sucks. It lets you make a reservation that the company can't fulfill. I needed a one-way rental to pick up a motorcycle I had bought a couple months ago. I tried several companies including Enterprise which I usually use for one-way rentals. None were accepting a one-way rental until I tried Hertz and made a reservation. I then booked a non-refundable motel room in my destination city. Got a call from Hertz the next morning that they didn't have a car for me, that they didn't do a one-way rental between the cities my reservation was for. Personnel were polite, professional and apologized. I told them their reservation system sucked and they agreed. I got the impression this was a routine occurrence - their reservation system accepting reservations that could not be fulfilled.2.0 Mediocre
Mar. 2021
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Agency was closed when flight arrived - was unable to rent car and had to rent from another agency - seeking refundEnterprise
5.9
Okay
50 reviewsCleanliness
5.5
Comfort
6.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.5
Value for money
6.3
5 locations in Allentown
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2.0 Mediocre
Jun. 2021
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I was 12 minutes late due to uber driver making a wrong turn. Rental Agent refused to rent me the car.Cons:
They could have cared and provided minimal customer service. Also not accept reservations for thier exact closing time.4.0 Okay
Feb. 2021
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I dropped the car off a few minutes late and was charged an extra day. Unacceptable.8.0 Excellent
Feb. 2021
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Pick up was very quick! Less than 15 minutes.Cons:
Honestly, nothing. We had rental for extended weekend, also during the snow storm and the van (Pacifica) was amazing! Thinking of purchasing one lol.2.0 Mediocre
Jan. 2021
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NOTHINGCons:
Not charging the gasoline because they let me the car almost empty, more payment options, customer service needs to improve, car was smelling of cigarettes and I was traveling with a baby, car said needed maintenance and to change oil, price is not that good once they charge you all things they do not offer5.6 Okay
Aug. 2020
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Staff was prompt and helpfulCons:
The car smelled very strongly of smoke, and the fabric seats in the car were visibly dirty. Both of these were an issue during my 20+ hour round trip road trip. I’m extremely disappointed.8.0 Excellent
Aug. 2020
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The car should be clean.Avis
9.5
Excellent
19 reviewsCleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.5
Value for money
9.5
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8.0 Excellent
Jun. 2021
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Easy pick up and drop off10.0 Excellent
May 2021
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Friendly staff and EZ drop offCons:
Instructions on car return location10.0 Excellent
Oct. 2020
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Very affordable!! Vehicle drove like a dream. It was large enough, and went entire 7,222 miles without a problem !! Unlimited really means unlimited!!Cons:
There were some things left in the car.4.8 Okay
Aug. 2019
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I specifically asked for an American made car when I made the reservation. When I got there, all the agent would say “or similar”. He did change the Nissan to a Ford, but the. Charged me extra. I had all this worked out when I made the reservation, dont they put any notes in the database so this c?Cons:
Provide the car promised at reservation or at least honor the price given when you reserve.10.0 Excellent
May 2019
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The staff at Avis at EWR were fantastic. My wife had a medical issue and all the staff went far beyond what was a job requirement to assist us in so many ways. It was one of the best customer service experiences I ever had. I can’t say enough about those specific employees, but Avis is fortunate to2.0 Mediocre
Oct. 2018
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Awful experience.Cons:
I was not able to rent a car.Dollar
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9.6 Excellent
Dec. 2019
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Helpful, friendly staffCons:
It was really good5.2 Okay
Nov. 2019
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I had requested full coverage insurance for this rental. The agent who issued the car to me never added that coverage. Unfortunately I was involved in an accident and I was told that I wasn’t covered.Cons:
Having been listened to better at the time of pick up and to have been covered by the requested full coverage insurance.5.6 Okay
Jul. 2018
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Car was perfectly clean, and had better features (forward automatic braking) than most rental cars.Cons:
Car was reported as full but came with 3/4 of a tank, though they did reimburse my refueling. Impossible to add a second driver without both drivers going to the desk, which is much stricter than any other rental company I have experienced.7.6 Good
Mar. 2018
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No ride was provided to my home2.0 Mediocre
Feb. 2018
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Clean and goood quality carCons:
Poor customer service8.0 Excellent
Jan. 2018
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efficient serviceCons:
no one at the parking to collect vehicleThrifty
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7.6 Good
Jan. 2020
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I think it is immoral to charge me $10 a gallon for a full tank of gas, when I did not use the full tank. I sort of understand charging a premium. The gas supply is no doubt right next to the wash and detail area, so it cannot cost much more for the service folks to gas up the car. It's just another way, along with selling insurance, that the Hertz car rental system gouges the unsuspecting.8.0 Excellent
Apr. 2019
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It was easy to pickup and drop off. Car was a good size for our needs and would rent again from Thrifty.Cons:
The car smelled kinda weird - like smoke but it wasn't unbearable.2.0 Mediocre
Oct. 2018
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I can’t really complain about the rate. It was quite affordable.Cons:
Even if you are paying a good rate, you should expect that the car would at least be safe. The front tires had NO tread left and i was having to drive in the rain! Every time I would start from a stop the tires would spin out!!! Yikes! And when breaking the antilock breaks would engage. Definitely one of the scariest drives I’ve driven!!! Also, I had no idea that the location was NOT on airport like all of the other locations! Someone should apprise you of this so you don’t miss your flight!!!7.2 Good
Mar. 2018
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Great price and various cars models to pick from.Cons:
Horrible phone customer service to extend rental reservation.10.0 Excellent
Sep. 2017
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Pick up and drop off were quick and easy10.0 Excellent
Jul. 2017
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Great car. Quick service.Cons:
The cost of one additional driver was unnecessary.Easirent
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National
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Sunnycars
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271 travellers who rented a car in Allentown gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.2
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Top tips for renting a car in Allentown
- When you plan your vacation to Allentown, one of the major concerns you may have is whether you’ll be able to fulfill your itinerary within your stipulated timeframe. More so if you have to use public transportation. There’s a certain flexibility and convenience that comes with having a car as you cruise about in a new city. Most rental cars in Allentown are equipped with GPS and navigational technology, so getting lost is nothing to worry about. You also get the opportunity to experience some of the hidden gems inside and outside the city. For example, the Mattress Factory, which houses one-of-a-kind art installations and exhibitions, is 31 miles away. You can also hit the road in your rental car and take in the scenery all the way to the Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle, located about 31 miles away as well.
- Once you arrive at the Leigh Valley International Airport, you’ll have your pick from Allentown car rentals. The rental car counters can be found in the terminal close to the baggage claim. You’ll pick up your car outside the terminal, in the same location where you’ll bring it back when the trip is over. You can choose from multiple car rentals in Allentown, including Alamo, Enterprise, and Budget.
- Once you hit the road in your Allentown rental car, some of the things you should be wary of are farm equipment and horse-drawn vehicles. Most of these vehicles are slow-moving, so if you’re not careful, they can present unfamiliar hazards. Most rural roads in Allentown may also be harder to maneuver because you’re likely to experience grassy berms and loose gravel. You may also come across unexpected turns and sharp dips, some of which may present driving challenges for new drivers to the area.
- When driving in Allentown, the Airport Road northbound between Union Boulevard and Lloyd Street can be very congested, and you need to drive carefully here. Route 145 can also get backed up during high-traffic hours. The same goes for North 7th Street between West Union Street and West Green Street and eastbound route 222 Hamilton Boulevard close to North 15th Street. You may also want to be careful on South 4th Street and Union Boulevard, as the intersections can be quite hectic to maneuver.
- Book your rental car in Allentown at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price