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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Emeryville
- While in Emeryville, you should rent a car because it’ll allow you to move up and about quite easily. Renting a car from one of the car rentals in Emeryville will also aid you to tour the city comprehensively, as you’ll be able to move from one attraction to another directly. Some of the exceptional Emeryville attractions you’ll be able to get to easily include Tilden Regional Park, Oaks Card Club, McLaughlin Eastshore State Seashore, Point Emery, Grizzly Peak, Mosswood Park, and Regional Parks Botanic Garden.
- Oakland International Airport (OAK) is the closest airport serving Emeryville. If you’d like to rent a car upon arriving at this airport, 10 miles away, you’ll be glad to hear that it has a Rental Car center with counters for Emeryville car rentals such as Enterprise, Hertz, Avis, Budget, and Thrifty. To get to the Rental Car Center from the airport’s terminal, you will board a shuttle. San Francisco International Airport (SF0) is the other airport serving Emeryville. Just like OAK, SFO has a Rental Car Center. Accessible from the terminals of the airport’s AirTrain Blue Line, this center boasts counters for car rentals in Emeryville such as Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and Thrifty.
- Emeryville features wide roads with proper signage and paths for non-driving road users. Hence, you can count on having a smooth driving experience in this city. Nonetheless, when driving your car rental in this city, you should keep an eye on your surroundings, stay focused on your driving and the road, observe a safe distance from the vehicles around you, avoid unnecessarily changing lanes, and drive at low speeds. It’s essential that you observe these defensive driving techniques, given that not all of the area’s motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians adhere to the set traffic rules.
- Most Emeryville locals depend on their vehicles to move around. Due to this, the roads in this city experience traffic congestion from time to time. In the morning, the congestion tends to occur from 7 am to 9 am, whereas in the evening, it usually occurs from 4 pm to 6 pm. This being the case, you ought to have a GPS navigation system installed in your rental car. Having a GPS navigation system installed in your car will assist you tremendously, as this system will enable you to know the traffic conditions of the local roads you intend to use in real time.
- Book your rental car in Emeryville at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Intermediate rental cars in Emeryville are around 2% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Emeryville
How much is gas price in Emeryville?
The average gas price in Emeryville is C$ 5.28 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 63 and C$ 84, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Emeryville?
Intermediate (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Emeryville.
How can I find car rentals near me in Emeryville?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Emeryville?
An Intermediate car rental in Emeryville costs C$ 58 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in Emeryville?
An Economy car rental in Emeryville costs C$ 80 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Emeryville?
Car rentals in Emeryville boast various types of rentals. At your preferred car rental, you can rent a mini, an economy rental, a compact rental, an intermediate rental, a minivan, a passenger van, a pickup truck, an SUV, or a standard, full-size, or luxury sedan rental. When choosing your rental, you should settle on one that can ferry you, your companions, and your luggage comfortably. Thus, you should rent a mini, economy, or compact rental if you intend to travel alone or with just one other companion and a minivan or passenger van if you plan to travel with up to four other persons. Additionally, you should settle on a rental that can get to the destinations you want to visit without struggle. With this in mind, if you plan to visit off-road Emeryville attractions, you should rent an SUV.
What’s the speed limit in Emeryville?
Different parts of Emeryville have different speed limits. On roads that pass through school zones, construction zones, residential areas, and commercial zones, you should not exceed 25 mph, while on alleys, you should not exceed 15 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Emeryville?
You’ll easily find a spot to park your car rental in Emeryville. This is because this town is home to several parking garages. They include 5601 Christie Avenue Garage, 5858 Horton Street Garage, The Towers Emeryville on 2000 Powell Street, 5675 Horton Street Parking, and 2100 Powell Street Parking Lot.
Emeryville car rental reviews and directory
Avis
6.3
Okay
8 reviewsCleanliness
5.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.5
Value for money
6.0
One location in Emeryville
Locations in Emeryville
2428 Webster Street
+1 510 835 2910
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2.0 Poor
May 2021
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The drop-off representative was very helpful and understanding of the issues we faced with our car rental.Cons:
The car had no windshield wiper fluid and no UBS ports so we couldn't charge our phones and have the benefit of a nav system.2.0 Poor
Apr. 2021
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I picked my car on Friday 4/2/2021 and sropped off the same day at a dfferent location. On Monday, I received an email that I was a no-show for my rental pick upi and that a charge of $50 will be applied to my credit card. I tried to call but the cale was disconnected twice and after that there was a problem wtih a website. Absolutely a dishonest service! I am shocked!8.0 Very good
Apr. 2021
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Staff was very helpful if not overly courteous. Convenient location and acceptable price.10.0 Wonderful
Nov. 2020
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Staff is incredibly helpful, friendly and efficient with check-out and check-in.8.0 Very good
Feb. 2020
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The price that was quoted on Kayak was $10 lower than what Avis charged me. Avis couldn’t tell me why the final price was higher.Hertz
3.6
Poor
6 reviewsCleanliness
2.6
Comfort
3.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.6
Value for money
4.0
2 locations in Emeryville
Locations in Emeryville
2400 Webster
+1 510 268 0164
5555 Shellmound
+1 510 594 0972
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3.6 Poor
Jul. 2020
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friendly staffCons:
The car was not ready when I went for the pick up and I have been asked to come 1 hour later. Received a smaller car than the one I booked and the car was dirty in the inside and the outside.4.0 Mediocre
Sep. 2019
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Unfortunately didn’t like my experience at this location.Cons:
It took two hours and forty five minutes to pick up the car I booked online. They gave me less than half tank gas and charged me $20 for his. Customer service was horrible and the office smelled terrible2.0 Poor
Aug. 2019
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Poor customer service at Courtyard Marriott Emeryville. Yes, we arrived near closing, not aware of the closing hours. They did not have a car for us that we prepaid for, nor did they have a similar car. Will not use kayak, nor Hertz at this location again. Nor will I recommend anyone else to do so.Cons:
Have the car or similar available as stated in the agreement. This is very bad business folks. We had to take our personal car on our trip and it was miserable! SMH2.4 Poor
Jul. 2019
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we ordered a pickup at 5pm, that was the closing time, got yelled at. Took 1 hours to get the car. Car was dirty, system was slow and no info about drop off at the end. Costs were not the same as online. Last time that I rent from Hertz6.4 Okay
Jul. 2019
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good friend serviceCons:
the car reeked of cigarette smoke. they had no inventory to replace it, but did call another office for availability.Thrifty
5.9
Fair
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One location in Emeryville
Locations in Emeryville
1001 Broadway
+1 510 451 3807
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car
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4 locations in Emeryville
Locations in Emeryville
3001 Shattuck Ave
+1 510 841 8300
3030 Broadway
+1 510 893 7000
3950 Broadway
+1 510 597 7800
5858 Horton St Ste 193
+1 510 223 6444
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4.0 Mediocre
Apr. 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Mar. 2021
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Nothing8.4 Very good
Oct. 2020
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Drop off very quick and easy.Cons:
No traveller's info transfered to the rental so we had to wait while they entered it all manually. Total cost was 31% higher than the estimate.4.4 Mediocre
Sep. 2020
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Took over an hour to get the car.2.0 Poor
Sep. 2020
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Got a text minutes before my reserved pick-up time telling me that it was cancelled. Called them up, and they shrugged it off.2.0 Poor
Aug. 2020
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The canceled via text an hour before pickup.Budget
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2 locations in Emeryville
Locations in Emeryville
2428 Webster Street
+1 510 272 9626
5855 Horton Street
+1 510 985 7387
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2.0 Poor
Sep. 2022
2.0 Poor
Apr. 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Nov. 2022
8.0 Very good
Jul. 2022
8.0 Very good
Jun. 2022
3.9 Poor
Jul. 2021
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Most popular car type | Intermediate |
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Emeryville car rental information
| Pick-up location | Emeryville |
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| Rental locations | 3 |
| Airport locations | 0 |