Avis Car Hire in Myrtle Beach

Hola Car Rentals is the only premium partner of the top car hire brands operating in Myrtle Beach, giving you exclusive access to our All Inclusive+ rate. This rate includes benefits that no other company can match:

• Free liability coverage starting at US$ 300,000 in case of an accident (applies only to certain rates and itineraries)
• Toll cashback: recover up to 5% of the reservation's total value for toll charges incurred during your hire period
• Premium travel medical assistance providing up to US$ 150,000 in coverage for a maximum of 5 passengers in case of a medical emergency, excluding pre-existing conditions
• No Extra Charges© guarantee: if the counter charges you for something not listed on your confirmation and not an optional add-on you accepted, Hola Car Rentals will work to remove or reimburse the charge after verification

All of this comes at no extra cost, ensuring a fully protected car hire experience and peace of mind throughout your trip in Myrtle Beach.

No. With Hola Car Rentals, all costs and charges for your booking in Myrtle Beach are clearly shown at the time of reservation and in your confirmation email, so you know exactly what you are paying before you arrive at the counter.

On top of that, every Hola Car Rentals booking includes the No Extra Charges© guarantee. This is a pricing guarantee (not insurance) that protects you if the counter in Myrtle Beach charges you for something that was not listed on your confirmation and was not an optional add-on you accepted. If that happens, Hola Car Rentals will work with the hire partner to remove or reimburse the charge after verification.

The only costs outside this guarantee are:

• Optional add-ons you choose at the counter (GPS, child seats, prepaid fuel)
• Usage-based charges (tolls, fuel shortfall, traffic fines)

The Avis counter at Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) is located at the Rental Car Centre at 1097 Jetport Road, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. No shuttle or train is needed: after collecting your bags, walk out of the main doors in the baggage reclaim area and follow the signs directly to the Rental Car Centre, which is within walking distance of the terminal. The building houses eight hire companies, including Avis.

Counter hours at the Myrtle Beach airport Avis location are 7:00 AM to 12:30 AM daily, with check-in accepted until 1:00 AM. Staff are present in the lot from 5:00 AM even before the counter opens. After-hours vehicle returns are available 24 hours: park between the blue cones in the C/D row, lock the vehicle, and drop your completed contract and keys in the box on the side of the hire building.

At the counter, present your driving licence and a major credit card in your name. Avis Preferred members can expect preprinted documents for a faster process.

The Avis city centre location in Myrtle Beach is at Coastal Grand Mall, 780 Coastal Grand Circle, Suite V-10, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577, in the north-side Restaurant District between Harrelson Boulevard and Pine Island Road.

Operating hours at this Avis location are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. No weekend or Sunday hours are available, and there is no after-hours collection at this location. If you need to pick up or return a vehicle outside those hours, the Avis counter at Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) is the better option, as it operates until 12:30 AM daily with 24-hour drop-off.

If you plan to return your vehicle to the Coastal Grand Mall Avis location, you must do so during office hours. Returning outside business hours may leave you liable for the vehicle until the next business day, so plan your schedule accordingly.

To pick up your Avis hire car in Myrtle Beach, bring the following physical documents:

• Your original, unexpired driving licence in the main driver’s name
• A major credit card with your name printed on the physical card, for the authorisation hold
• Your passport or valid government-issued photo ID
• Your booking confirmation or printed voucher
• Round-trip flight or cruise tickets if you are visiting from abroad

If your driving licence is not in English and does not use a Latin (Roman) alphabet, such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, or Cyrillic script, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is required alongside your original licence. For licences in English or using a Latin alphabet, an IDP is recommended but not mandatory.

All documents must be physical originals. Digital copies shown on a phone are not accepted at the Avis counter in Myrtle Beach. Debit and prepaid cards are not accepted for the authorisation hold; only a major credit card qualifies.

Myrtle Beach itself does not have toll roads, but if you drive to other parts of South Carolina, you may encounter the Southern Connector (Interstate 185 near Greenville), which uses the PalPass electronic toll system. Tolls on that road range from approximately US$0.075 to US$3.00 depending on distance travelled.

Your Avis hire vehicle in Myrtle Beach comes equipped with an electronic toll device. At the counter you can choose between two options:

• An unlimited toll package, typically priced between US$11 and US$25 per hire day, which covers all tolls without per-toll administrative fees
• Pay-per-use, where Avis charges you the actual toll amount plus an administrative fee per toll event, which can be US$15 or more per occurrence

If you drive through a cashless toll lane without enrolling in a programme, the toll is billed via plate recognition at the highest undiscounted rate, plus processing fees. To avoid surprises, decide at the Myrtle Beach Avis counter whether the toll package makes sense for your planned route.

All bookings through Hola Car Rentals include Tolls Cashback, which reimburses up to 5% of your total booking value for tolls paid during your hire. Submit your claim within 30 days of returning the vehicle to [email protected] with your hire agreement and toll receipts.

Yes, drivers aged 21 to 24 can rent a car with Avis in Myrtle Beach, but a young-driver surcharge applies automatically and certain vehicle categories are restricted.

At the Myrtle Beach Avis location, drivers aged 21 to 24 must present a valid credit card and driving licence. The following vehicle types are not available to renters under 25:

• Luxury and premium cars
• Minivans and 12-passenger vans
• Specialty vehicles
• Full-size SUVs and premium SUVs

Drivers in this age group are generally limited to economy, compact, standard saloon, compact SUV, and medium SUV categories at the Myrtle Beach Avis counter.

One exception applies: if you are a citizen or resident of Latin America or the Caribbean and your Hola Car Rentals confirmation explicitly states that the underage fee is waived, Avis may waive the young-driver surcharge for the main driver. This exception does not apply to additional drivers aged 21 to 24, who may still be charged or denied. Confirm eligibility on your booking confirmation before arriving at the Myrtle Beach Avis counter.

Yes, after-hours vehicle returns are available at the Avis location at Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR), which offers 24-hour drop-off even when the counter is closed after 12:30 AM.

To return your Avis vehicle after hours at Myrtle Beach airport, follow these steps:

• Drive to the Avis lot at 1097 Jetport Road, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
• Park the vehicle between the blue cones in the C/D row
• Lock the vehicle and gather your completed hire agreement
• Drop the agreement and keys in the drop box located on the side of the hire building

Avis staff are present in the Myrtle Beach airport lot from 5:00 AM and will process the return at that time. Keep a photo of the vehicle condition and your drop-off receipt as proof of return.

Note that after-hours returns are not available at the Avis city centre location at Coastal Grand Mall in Myrtle Beach. If your return falls outside Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, use the airport location to avoid being liable for the vehicle until the next business day.

When you pick up your Avis hire car in Myrtle Beach, a temporary authorisation hold is placed on your credit card. For standard vehicles in the United States, this hold is typically around US$300 to US$400, though the exact amount depends on the vehicle class, hire duration, and the specific Avis location in Myrtle Beach.

A few important points to keep in mind:

• The hold is not a charge; it temporarily reduces your available credit until released after you return the vehicle
• Only a major credit card with your name printed on the physical card is accepted; debit cards and prepaid cards are not accepted for the deposit at the Myrtle Beach Avis counter
• Premium or speciality vehicles may require a higher hold amount
• After you return the car, Avis releases the hold, but your bank may take up to 15 working days to reflect the release on your statement

To avoid issues at the Myrtle Beach Avis counter, notify your bank before travelling, confirm your available credit covers the hold plus any expected charges, and bring a backup credit card in your name.

Myrtle Beach has several road features that can catch first-time visitors off guard when driving an Avis hire car.

US 501, the main corridor into Myrtle Beach, uses a superstreet or restricted crossing U-turn (RCUT) design in several sections. This means direct left turns and straight crossings at certain intersections are not permitted. Instead, you must continue past the intersection and make a U-turn at a designated median opening. Navigation apps handle this automatically, but expect the route to look unusual if you are used to standard intersections.

Other things to be aware of when driving your Avis hire car around Myrtle Beach:

• Robert Grissom Parkway is a key north-south connector that can become congested, especially during peak tourist season
• SC 22 (Carolina Bays Parkway) sees aggressive merging behaviour and can have sudden lane changes near interchanges
• Speed enforcement on US 501 is active, with mobile patrols near RCUT intersections and tourist-heavy zones
• During hurricane evacuations, reverse-flow traffic patterns may be activated on major routes

Fuel prices in the Myrtle Beach area benefit from South Carolina's low fuel taxes but can spike 10 to 15 percent during peak tourist season. Refuel near the Avis return location to comply with the full-to-full fuel policy and avoid refuelling charges.

Renting an Avis car at Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) involves several location-specific fees that are added on top of the base hire rate. These are standard airport concession and government charges, not Avis-specific markups.

Typical fees at the Myrtle Beach airport Avis location include:

• Airport concession recovery fee: approximately 10% of the hire subtotal
• Customer facility charge (CFC): approximately US$4.50 per day, capped at US$45 per hire
• Horry County customer service fee: approximately 2%
• South Carolina state hire tax: approximately 5%
• Local accommodation tax: approximately 7%

Combined, these add-ons can total roughly 25 to 30 percent above the base rate. If cost is a concern, off-airport Avis locations such as the Coastal Grand Mall city centre counter in Myrtle Beach do not carry the airport concession fee, which can result in significant savings on longer hires.

Your booking confirmation will show which fees are included in your prepaid rate and which are due at the Myrtle Beach Avis counter at collection. Review the confirmation carefully so there are no surprises.

Yes, you can add an additional driver to your Avis hire in Myrtle Beach, but the additional driver must be present at the counter at the time of collection.

To add an extra driver at the Myrtle Beach Avis counter:

• The additional driver must appear in person and present a valid driving licence
• If their licence uses a non-Latin alphabet (Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Cyrillic), an International Driving Permit is also required
• Both the main driver and the additional driver must sign the hire agreement

If your Hola Car Rentals confirmation states that an additional driver is included at no charge, confirm this with the Avis agent in Myrtle Beach before signing. If the rate does not include a free additional driver, Avis charges US$13 per hire day plus taxes, capped at US$65 plus taxes.

For Avis in Myrtle Beach, additional drivers must generally be at least 25 years old. Drivers aged 21 to 24 may be subject to the young-driver surcharge or may not be accepted as additional drivers depending on location rules. Only drivers listed on the hire agreement are covered by the vehicle's protections, so never allow an unlisted person to drive the Avis hire.

Yes, one-way hires are available with Avis in Myrtle Beach, allowing you to pick up at one location and return to a different city or airport. However, a drop-off fee typically applies and the amount varies by route, vehicle class, and season.

Key things to know about one-way Avis hires from Myrtle Beach:

• The drop-off fee is route-specific and is shown during the booking process under the section labelled as payable at the destination
• Same-city returns, such as picking up at Myrtle Beach International Airport and returning to the Coastal Grand Mall Avis location, may not carry a drop-off fee
• Long-distance or cross-state one-ways generally do carry a fee, which increases with distance and vehicle class
• Cross-border one-ways (for example, driving into another country) may be restricted or require prior approval from Avis

Review your booking confirmation carefully before arriving at the Myrtle Beach Avis counter. The drop-off fee cannot be prepaid and is not included in No Extra Charges© unless it was not disclosed during booking. If the counter charges a different amount than shown on your confirmation, keep all paperwork and contact support after the hire.

The insurance and protection options available with your Avis hire in Myrtle Beach depend on the rate plan you selected. Review your booking confirmation to see exactly what is included.

The two main coverages to understand are:

• Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) or Loss Damage Waiver (LDW): reduces your financial liability for damage to the Avis hire vehicle itself, including theft and vandalism. A deductible may apply unless your confirmation states zero deductible. CDW/LDW does not cover damage you cause to other vehicles or people.
• Third-Party Liability (LIS/ALI/SLI): covers bodily injury and property damage you may cause to others while driving the Avis hire in Myrtle Beach. Some U.S. states require a minimum level of liability, but not all do. Adding supplementary liability coverage is strongly recommended.

CDW/LDW and LIS/ALI/SLI are separate protections. Having one does not replace the other. Neither covers your personal belongings or your own medical costs in an accident.

If you are not a U.S. or Canadian resident, your Hola Car Rentals booking may also include Travel Assistance through Terrawind Global Protection, which provides medical cover and legal assistance during your Myrtle Beach trip. See the next FAQ for details.

Yes, most Hola Car Rentals bookings include Travel Assistance through Terrawind Global Protection, which can be valuable if an incident occurs while driving your Avis hire around Myrtle Beach or on longer drives through South Carolina.

Coverage typically includes:

• Medical assistance for up to 5 passengers (for non-pre-existing conditions and accidents)
• Legal assistance in the event of a road accident
• Compensation for baggage lost by the airline
• Flight cancellation insurance

This benefit is particularly useful if you experience a medical emergency or need legal support after a collision on routes like US 501 or SC 22 near Myrtle Beach, where you may be far from familiar support networks.

To use the assistance, call the 24-hour line at +1 888 980 9992 (toll-free or collect) or contact via WhatsApp at +1 208 910 1001. Have your Hola Car Rentals confirmation number ready when you call.

Important: this Travel Assistance benefit does not apply to U.S. or Canadian residents. It also does not cover damage to the Avis hire vehicle (that is CDW/LDW) or liability to third parties (that is LIS/ALI/SLI). Check your Myrtle Beach Avis booking confirmation for the exact terms and coverage limits that apply to your reservation.