Budget Car Hire
in Atlantic City

Hola Car Rentals is the only premium partner of the top car hire brands operating in Atlantic City, 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 Atlantic City.

No. With Hola Car Rentals, all costs and charges for your booking in Atlantic City 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 Atlantic City 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 Budget counter at Atlantic City International Airport (ACY) is located at 101 Atlantic City Intl Airport, Egg Harbor Twp, NJ 08234. No shuttle is required: the hire car facility is in a parking garage directly across from the main terminal, so you can walk straight from baggage claim to the Budget counter.

Counter hours are Sunday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM (midnight). If you are arriving outside those hours, note that the Atlantic City location offers 24-hour drop-off service, but pickup must occur during staffed hours. Confirm your arrival time against these hours when planning your Atlantic City trip.

To collect your Budget hire car in Atlantic City, bring all of the following physical documents:

• A valid, original driver’s licence (not a digital copy) in the main driver’s name
• A major credit card with the driver’s name printed on the card, for the authorisation hold
• A passport or valid government-issued photo ID
• Your booking confirmation or printed voucher
• Round-trip flight or cruise tickets (required for visitors from outside the US)

If your driver’s licence uses a non-Latin alphabet (for example, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, or Cyrillic), an International Driving Permit (IDP) is mandatory alongside your original licence. For licences in other non-English scripts, an IDP is strongly recommended. The Budget counter in Atlantic City does not accept digital documents, so all paperwork must be physical originals.

Debit and prepaid cards are not accepted for the authorisation hold. Bring a backup credit card in your name in case your primary card is declined.

Tolling in the Atlantic City area is primarily electronic. The Atlantic City Expressway, Garden State Parkway, and New Jersey Turnpike all use E-ZPass as the main system, with Toll-By-Plate as a fallback for vehicles without a transponder.

Typical toll costs to keep in mind:

• Atlantic City Expressway (full length, Atlantic City to Philadelphia, 44 miles): approximately US$5.50 without E-ZPass; at least US$1.25 for shorter segments
• Garden State Parkway (full length): at least US$1.90, increasing with distance
• New Jersey Turnpike: starts at approximately US$0.95, increasing with distance

Your Budget hire vehicle in Atlantic City will include an electronic toll device. At the counter you can choose between two options:

• Unlimited toll package: approximately US$11 to US$25 per hire day, covering all tolls during the hire
• Pay-per-use: actual toll charges plus daily or administrative processing fees billed after the hire

If you opt out and drive a cashless-only gantry without a personal transponder, the hire company may charge up to three times the toll amount (maximum US$5 per toll) in addition to the toll itself. Toll-By-Plate rates are also higher than E-ZPass rates. Review the hire agreement carefully before signing.

Yes, every booking made through Hola Car Rentals, including Budget hires in Atlantic City, includes Tolls Cashback of up to 5% of your total booking value for tolls paid during the hire period.

Given that the Atlantic City area involves tolled roads such as the Atlantic City Expressway, Garden State Parkway, and New Jersey Turnpike, this benefit can meaningfully offset your toll costs.

To claim your cashback:

• Email [email protected] within 30 days of returning the vehicle
• Use the subject line: Tolls Cashback - HOLA followed by your confirmation number
• Attach your Hola Car Rentals reservation confirmation, the signed hire agreement from Budget, and a toll receipt or statement showing charges paid during the hire

Refunds are issued to the original payment method used for your booking and typically process within 7 to 10 business days after approval. Submissions received after 30 days are not accepted, so file your claim promptly after returning your Atlantic City hire.

Yes, a major credit card in the main driver’s name with the driver’s name printed on the card is required to hire from Budget in Atlantic City. The card is used to place a temporary authorisation hold at pickup, not a permanent charge.

For standard vehicles in the United States, the typical hold is approximately US$300 to US$400, though the exact amount is set by the Budget counter and may vary by vehicle class or season. The hold reduces your available credit until it is released after you return the vehicle, which can take up to 15 business days depending on your bank.

• Debit cards are not accepted for the authorisation hold
• Prepaid or virtual cards are not accepted
• The card must be physically present at the Budget counter in Atlantic City
• Digital wallets (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are not accepted for the deposit

Bring a backup credit card in your name in case your primary card is declined. If you prepaid your booking online, you are still required to present a physical credit card at the Budget counter in Atlantic City for the hold.

To hire from Budget in Atlantic City without a young-driver surcharge, the main driver must be at least 25 years old. Drivers aged 21 to 24 can hire but will be charged an underage fee of US$13 per hire day plus taxes, capped at US$65 plus taxes for the hire period.

Drivers under 21 are not eligible to hire from Budget in Atlantic City. Additionally, most vehicle classes are restricted to drivers aged 25 and older. If you are 21 to 24, you are generally limited to smaller categories such as Economy, Compact, and Intermediate vehicles.

One exception applies: if you are a citizen or resident of Latin America or the Caribbean, aged 21 to 24, and your Hola Car Rentals confirmation explicitly shows the underage fee waived, Budget in Atlantic City may waive this surcharge for the main driver on eligible vehicle categories. Bring your passport or government ID proving your nationality at pickup to benefit from this exception.

Additional drivers aged 21 to 24 at Budget in Atlantic City are generally not accepted or may be charged the underage fee regardless of the main driver’s eligibility. Additional drivers must also be at least 25 years old under standard Budget rules.

Budget hires in Atlantic City follow a Full-to-Full fuel policy. You receive the vehicle with a full tank and must return it full to avoid additional charges.

At pickup, check the fuel gauge with the Budget agent and confirm the starting level is recorded on the hire agreement. Take a photo of the dashboard showing both the odometer and the fuel gauge before leaving the Atlantic City location.

At return, refuel within approximately 10 miles of the Budget return location at 101 Atlantic City Intl Airport before dropping off the vehicle. Keep your fuel receipt showing the date, time, and station address as proof in case of any dispute.

If you return the car below the recorded starting level, Budget may charge:

• A fuel shortfall at the partner’s refuelling rate, which is typically higher than retail pump prices
• A refuelling service or administrative fee on top of the fuel cost

For after-hours returns at the Atlantic City airport location, leave your fuel receipt in the return envelope and keep a photo of the full gauge on your phone.

Atlantic City has several road conditions that can catch first-time renters off guard, especially when driving a Budget hire from the airport into the city centre.

• Road diet on Atlantic Avenue: The main corridor from Maine to Tennessee Avenues is undergoing a multi-year repaving project that narrows lanes to one per direction, adds high-visibility crosswalks, and upgrades traffic signals. This can create significant congestion, particularly in summer.
• One-way street pairs near the casino district: Several arterials near the casinos are one-way, which can force detours and doubling back if you are unfamiliar with the layout.
• Atlantic City Expressway toll structure: The expressway connecting Atlantic City to Philadelphia has a phased widening project and intersections with Routes 73, 54, and 50 that can confuse first-time users and result in unexpected tolls.
• Event-driven road closures: Annual events such as the Atlantic City Marathon close the Boardwalk and block key streets including U.S. Route 30 and the Atlantic City-Brigantine Connector. Summer fireworks and airshows also create seasonal road restrictions.

When picking up your Budget hire at Atlantic City International Airport, allow extra time to navigate construction zones and event-related detours before reaching your destination.

Yes, most Hola Car Rentals bookings, including Budget hires in Atlantic City, include travel assistance provided by Terrawind Global Protection. However, this benefit applies only to non-North American customers. US and Canadian residents do not qualify for this coverage.

For eligible renters, the travel assistance typically includes:

• Travel insurance with medical cover for up to 5 passengers
• Legal assistance in the event of an accident, such as an incident on the Atlantic City Expressway or Garden State Parkway
• Compensation for luggage lost by the airline
• Flight cancellation insurance

If you need assistance during your Budget hire in Atlantic City, contact Terrawind 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:

• Phone: +1 888 980 9992 (toll-free)
• WhatsApp: +1 208 910 1001
• Email: [email protected]

Have your full name and Hola Car Rentals confirmation number ready when you call. Check your booking confirmation for the exact coverage terms and limits that apply to your reservation.

Yes, you can add an additional driver to your Budget hire in Atlantic City, but the additional driver must be present at the Budget counter at pickup with a valid driver’s licence and any required identification.

Whether the additional driver fee is included depends on your rate:

• If your Hola Car Rentals confirmation shows "Additional driver free of charge," the first extra driver is covered at no cost
• If not included, Budget in Atlantic City charges US$13 per hire day plus taxes, with a maximum of US$65 plus taxes for the hire period

Important rules for additional drivers at Budget in Atlantic City:

• The additional driver must be at least 25 years old under standard Budget policy
• Both the main driver and the additional driver must sign the hire agreement at the counter
• Only drivers listed on the agreement are covered by protections such as CDW/LDW
• If the additional driver’s licence uses a non-Latin alphabet, an IDP is required

If you need to add a driver after leaving the Budget in Atlantic City, you must visit a branch in person to update the agreement.

Yes, one-way hires are possible with Budget in Atlantic City, but a drop-off fee may apply depending on your return location. This fee is route-specific and varies by destination, vehicle class, and season.

Common patterns for one-way hires from Atlantic City:

• Returning to another city in New Jersey or a neighbouring state: a drop-off fee typically applies and will be shown under "To pay at destination" during checkout
• Returning to the same Atlantic City airport location: no drop-off fee applies
• Long-distance or cross-country returns: fees are generally higher and some routes may not be permitted

The drop-off fee is always disclosed during the booking process on the Hola Car Rentals website. Check the rate details page and your confirmation for the exact amount before finalising your reservation. This fee cannot be prepaid and is paid directly to Budget at the Atlantic City pickup or return.

If you need to change your return location after booking, contact support as soon as possible, since route changes can reprice the hire and recalculate or add a drop-off fee.

The insurance cover included with your Budget hire in Atlantic City depends on the rate plan selected when booking through Hola Car Rentals. Check your confirmation for the specific protections on your reservation.

Key coverages to understand:

• Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) or Loss Damage Waiver (LDW): reduces your financial liability for damage to the Budget hire vehicle from a collision, theft, or 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 Budget hire in Atlantic City. Some US states require a minimum level of liability; New Jersey is one of them, but coverage limits and inclusions vary by partner and rate.

CDW/LDW and LIS/ALI/SLI are separate protections. Having one does not replace the other. Coverage applies only to drivers listed on the Budget hire agreement, so ensure all drivers are added at the Atlantic City counter before departing.

Optional add-ons such as personal accident insurance (PAI) and personal effects coverage (PEC) are not included by default and can be purchased at the counter.

The Budget location at Atlantic City International Airport offers 24-hour drop-off service, so you can return your vehicle outside of counter hours (the staffed counter is open Sunday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM midnight).

For after-hours returns at the Atlantic City Budget location:

• Return the vehicle to the same address where you picked it up: 101 Atlantic City Intl Airport, Egg Harbor Twp, NJ 08234
• Follow the key-drop instructions provided in your hire agreement
• Refuel before returning, as the Full-to-Full policy still applies. Refuel within approximately 10 miles of the Atlantic City airport location and keep your receipt
• Take photos of the vehicle condition, odometer, and fuel gauge before leaving the keys
• Leave your fuel receipt in the return envelope if one is provided

Be aware that after-hours returns at Budget in Atlantic City mean the vehicle has not been formally checked in by a staff member. Any damage noted when the car is inspected the following morning may still be attributed to your hire period, so documenting the vehicle condition with photos at the time of return is important.