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Grand Rapids car rental information
| Pick-up location | Grand Rapids |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Pick-up truck, Standard, Standard SUV, Supplier choice |
| Rental locations | 22 |
| Airport locations | 10 |
| Popular agencies | Dollar, Hertz, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car |
Cheap car rentals in Grand Rapids
| Economy | C$ 78/day |
| Compact | C$ 78/day |
| Intermediate | C$ 84/day |
| Standard | C$ 91/day |
| Full-size | C$ 91/day |
| Full-size SUV | C$ 153/day |
| Luxury | C$ 140/day |
| Pick-up truck | C$ 130/day |
| Supplier choice | C$ 78/day |
| Intermediate SUV | C$ 108/day |
| Standard SUV | C$ 115/day |
Top tips for renting a car in Grand Rapids
- Known as the furniture capital of America, there are several reasons why you should find cheap car rentals Grand Rapids while visiting this city. However, during your stay, do keep in mind that aggressive driving is highly detested in Grand Rapids. In fact, driving in upwards of 25 mph in residential areas, near schools and work zones can seamlessly earn you a ticket. Other traffic offenses you need to be wary of while driving in Grand Rapids include driving through red lights, tailgating or making wrong turns.
- As with anywhere, drunk driving is a serious offense in Grand Rapids, with the blood alcohol limit being 0.08%. A drunk driving conviction can result in serious penalties like suspension of your driver’s license, fines, and even jail time. Before hitting the road with your cheap car rental Grand Rapids, be sure to check if your driver’s license is valid and has no tickets on it
- The boyhood home of President Gerald Ford, there is no shortage of attractions in Grand Rapids. If you will be driving to the outskirts of the city, be sure to get your Grand Rapids car rentals and head straight for John Ball Zoo, which is home to some of the fascinating animal species in North America. From spider monkeys to penguins, bears and pelicans, John Ball Zoo is the go-to destination if you are an animal lover. And when you step out of your four-wheeler, be sure to ride a camel, try a hand at zookeeping or groom a goat at Red’s Hobby Farm. And if you still have gas in your tank, do be sure to head over to Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum and gain insights into the life and times of President Ford.
- Grand Rapids is plonked amidst the scenic countryside of Michigan, only a 40-minute car ride from the Lake Michigan and Huron-Manistee National Forests. The best way to explore the wonderful attractions in and around Grand Rapids is on your own four wheels, so pick up a rental car to make the most out of your trip to the city.
- 13 miles southeast of Grand Rapids is the Gerald R. Ford International Airport, where travelers can conveniently pick up a rental car. The agencies’ counters can be found on the first floor of the parking garage and include internationally renowned companies like Avis, Enterprise, and Hertz. The quickest way to Grand Rapids’ center is via the I-96 W, which will take you to the city in 20 minutes.
- The winters in Michigan can be very cold and bring lots of snow. Therefore, it is imperative to familiarize yourself with driving in snow conditions if you visit in the winter. Make sure the rental car is properly equipped and fitted with winter tires. It is also recommended that you keep an emergency kit in the car with band aids, water, a torchlight, and some snacks, in case you get stuck in the snow and it requires time to be reached. Also, if you do get stuck, never spin the wheels, as the tires will only dig deeper into the ground.
- Look forward to a smooth and pleasant driving experience when visiting Grand Rapids. The roads are well-maintained in most areas and drivers are not aggressive or in too much of a rush compared to many other cities. Traffic is also barely congested, so there is really no reason to avoid driving in the city, but do be a bit more careful between 7 and 8 am.
- Book your rental car in Grand Rapids at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Grand Rapids are around 0% more expensive than airport locations on average
- Economy rental cars in Grand Rapids are around -21% cheaper than other car types, on average
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Grand Rapids car rental reviews and directory
Budget
7.4
Good
163 reviewsCleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
7.4
3 locations in Grand Rapids
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6.0 Okay
Oct. 2022
2.0 Poor
Oct. 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Sep. 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Sep. 2022
4.0 Mediocre
Sep. 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Sep. 2022
Hertz
6.3
Okay
151 reviewsCleanliness
6.3
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.3
Value for money
6.0
3 locations in Grand Rapids
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4.0 Mediocre
Oct. 2022
3.6 Poor
Aug. 2019
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Who would have known this rental company was not at the airport!! $27.00 x 2 to pickup and drop off car.. never again!!10.0 Wonderful
Jun. 2019
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Helpful staff, great car.Cons:
Not really2.0 Poor
Apr. 2019
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Actually having a rental available! The rental never happened as they no SUV’s available to rent, somehow they did not receive any of my contact information - so I only found out when I arrived after hours!!!!8.8 Very good
Aug. 2018
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The impala was very comfortable, quiet and good on gasCons:
I thought it was expensive for a 5 day rental6.0 Okay
Aug. 2018
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easy pick up and processing.Cons:
charged me $34.00 for being a little over an hour late.Alamo
8.7
Very good
81 reviewsBest rated
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.9
Value for money
8.7
One location in Grand Rapids
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9.6 Wonderful
Mar. 2020
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The staff at both GRR and MCO were great. The vehicle ran awesomeCons:
all went well. thank you.9.6 Wonderful
Jan. 2020
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The drop off was super easy.Cons:
I think I was fooled into paying that ~$23 for a car with gas. I did not use very much gas at all in the <24hrs that I had the car and the gas prices were so cheap in Michigan. I honestly probably used less than $8 worth of gas. I am from California so I did not know any better, I guess.10.0 Wonderful
Dec. 2019
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Fairly easy access and drop off. Got a nice car at a reasonable rate and staff was capable and friendly.Cons:
Only wish drop off access was after passenger drop off area so you would not have to drive around the airport loop after dropping off luggage and other passengers.10.0 Wonderful
Oct. 2019
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Friendly staffCons:
Signage10.0 Wonderful
Oct. 2019
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Free upgrade5.6 Fair
Sep. 2019
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Sharing the same counter space with another rental company...the other brand had a huge back-lit sign and Alamo had a small square sign placed atop the other sign that you had to know was there to see if you are new to this airport and were looking for the Alamo rental counter.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.2
Very good
82 reviewsCleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.2
Value for money
8.1
6 locations in Grand Rapids
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan. 2021
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Everything was easy2.0 Poor
Sep. 2020
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Staff was helpfulCons:
Ordered a compact vehicle and when I arrived all they had was an old big truck - let them know that I have never driven a truck and the employee looked at me and didn’t say a word. When asked if they had a different t vehicle I was told NO2.0 Poor
Jul. 2020
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I booked a vehicle they didn't have, so I never got a vehicle.10.0 Wonderful
Jul. 2020
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Staff was super nice and helpfulCons:
Nothing :)6.8 Okay
Jun. 2020
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There was no one there at drop-off. We had to write down our mileage and go inside for to the rental office. We wanted a final statement but he said he would email it. 27 hours later, we still don't have it.Cons:
Do NOT give other locations if a person requests the airport rental. We rented from a down town agency without our knowledge. Didnt find out until our flight was delayed and we called to notify them and found out they closed at 5:00pm. Very worrisome and costly to have it changed last minute. NOT GOOD!!2.0 Poor
Jun. 2020
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They called me at 8 am stating that they had no cars available and that every single location in Grand Rapids also had no cars availableCons:
I appreciate the call but I’m confused as to why their website said they had cars available if they didn’t.Dollar
7.8
Good
71 reviewsCleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.8
Value for money
7.6
One location in Grand Rapids
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8.0 Very good
Apr. 2021
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Cheap price, decent vehicle.Cons:
Check in process was slow.9.6 Wonderful
Oct. 2020
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Very friendly2.0 Poor
Oct. 2020
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I liked nothing at allCons:
Poor Customer Service, from the time I got to the branch it took me 2.5 hours to actually get in my car and leave. Worst car rental company ever and I will never be renting from this company again.5.2 Fair
Oct. 2020
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Staff was okCons:
The insurance was more than the cost of the rental per day. Not transparent costs10.0 Wonderful
Oct. 2020
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Staff Friendly, drop off super easy.5.2 Fair
Sep. 2020
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Selected class of vehicle not available; substitute not comfortable and not fuel efficientAvis
6.8
Okay
60 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.7
Value for money
6.2
3 locations in Grand Rapids
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4.8 Mediocre
Aug. 2020
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Advertised as smoke-free cars. Car smelled profusely of cigarette smoke. When asked to change for a different vehicle, customer rep apologized, but said nothing else was available. Reserved a midsize auto and was given an SUV which doubled my gas expense. Vehicle was in need of an oil change and ran out of windshield wiper fluid (alerts went off within a day of picking up my week ling rental.) Company did offer a small discount and were apologetic upon return of vehicle when I spoke to the manger.2.0 Poor
Aug. 2020
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I arrived before the rental center opened to pick up my vehicle, which was reserved several days ahead of time. I was to pick up at the 9 am opening. I was told by the counter person my vehicle was not there yet, and I would need to wait. She was very nice, to be clear. Then, after waiting for 20 minutes, I was told by the same woman that my car (a special 12-passenger van needed that day for a family trip) could not be found, and no one at any Avis ops center could help, and/or did not return her calls or texts. I continued to wait while she made calls as line volume permitted. She finally learned that the previous renter had not returned the vehicle and I would have to wait until at least 11. I asked for a substitution and got little help, so I walked down the street to Enterprise and they had the vehicle I was looking for, with a price match. After a 90 minute wait that meant missing other pickup appointments and delaying my family’s trip for nearly two hours, I was on my way - with a van from a competitor. Thanks for nothing, Avis. I will be going down the street to Enterprise from now on.Cons:
Pretty much everything.2.0 Poor
Jul. 2020
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A complete joke, I was unable to get my vehicle because I was LIED TO over the phone. I verified over the phone that I would be able to pick up the bricks despite being under 25, where I was reassured I could still get it due to waived rules because of covid. Because of this I did not get my vehicle and was late for the next bout of traveling for my vacation. Absolutely no remorse from employees at store as well. Will NEVER recommend.Cons:
Don’t LIE OVER THE PHONE TO DRAW CUSTOMERS IN.10.0 Wonderful
Mar. 2020
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The staff was friendly, efficient, and did not try to pressure me to purchase services I did not want or need. His instructions for finding the car wete good.Cons:
Bevause of Covid19 thete were few customers and many cars in the return area. The signage told me to park in an area already filled, the signs should have been moved. However the one employee in the return area was very busy with many things to accomplish. I got it figured out fine.6.4 Okay
Feb. 2020
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I reserved a premium vehicle and when I got to the counter they were out of premium vehicle and gave me a vehicle that was below standards So to be better had the vehicle reserved for the customers2.0 Poor
Dec. 2020
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I didn’t like anything about Avis they over charged me acting like they didn’t want to give me money back then got mad and hung up the phone on meCons:
EverythingNational
8.5
Very good
12 reviewsCleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.5
Value for money
8.8
One location in Grand Rapids
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8.0 Very good
Jun. 2019
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Drop off was easyCons:
Pick up took 45 minutes because understaffed at the counter6.8 Okay
Jun. 2019
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RoomyCons:
The car stunk of cigarettes, windshield wipers were horrible in the rain and the shuttle staff upon dropoff were rude. The streaking impaired visibility to the point of me pulling over to wait out the storm. Not everyone is from the surrounding area, patient shuttle staff would help.8.0 Very good
Aug. 2018
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Rented a mini van for a family trip. Had a dodge caravan which was a nice car, well maintained and comfortable. Good gas mileage considering the size of the vehicle.Cons:
Limited pick up and drop off staffing. Counter opened late while we waited. Also felt the add on charges brought the price up quite a bit.10.0 Wonderful
Jun. 2018
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Friendliness and customer service was greatCons:
Cost but who does?7.2 Good
Jun. 2018
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I ordered a small SUV which wasn't available. National agent gave me a large NEW SUV and LYING said will all the updates it was great on gas mileage. After an hour was already down 1/4 tank. Played with the buttons and found instead of 30mpg the other would have gotten, I was getting 17mpg. I had 700 miles to drive. Called National and was told to go to nearest airport to exchange. Filled up gas outside of airport (1/2 hour out of way) and called to ask where to park to transfer items to new car. National desk rep said they would not exchange. Would end rental and rent me a new car. I would have to pay for BOTH! After a full on rant by me, the rep finally agreed to give me a tank of gas. Never National again!!7.6 Good
Nov. 2017
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Easy pick up and reasonable good rate.Cons:
Car was not very clean, windows streaked and back exterior filthy. The car was clean inside at least.Easirent
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620 travellers who rented a car in Grand Rapids gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.6
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