Dollar Car Hire
in South Carolina

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

No. With Hola Car Rentals, all costs and charges for your booking in South Carolina 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 South Carolina 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)

Yes, Dollar operates a counter at Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) in South Carolina, and the pickup process is straightforward.

After arriving at MYR, proceed to the Rental Car Centre located at 1100 Jetport Road, near the terminal. The Dollar counter hours at Myrtle Beach run 07:00 to 23:30 daily. For after-hours returns, a key drop box is available at the facility.

Dollar also operates at four other South Carolina airports:

• Charleston International Airport (CHS) at 5500 International Blvd, Charleston
• Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) in West Columbia
• Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) in Greer
• Hilton Head Airport (HHH) at 120 Beach City Rd, Hilton Head Island

Counter hours at these South Carolina locations may differ from MYR, so check your booking confirmation for the specific hours at your chosen Dollar location.

To pick up your Dollar hire car in South Carolina, you must present the following physical documents at the counter:

• A valid driver’s licence, original and unexpired, in the main driver’s name
• A major credit card with the driver’s name printed on the card (not a debit or prepaid card)
• A 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 driver’s licence is not in English and does not use a Latin (Roman) alphabet, for example Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, or Cyrillic, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is mandatory. For licences in English or a Latin alphabet, an IDP is recommended but not strictly required at Dollar counters in South Carolina.

All documents must be physical. Digital copies shown on a phone or tablet are not accepted at any Dollar location in South Carolina. The name on your licence, passport, and credit card should all match.

Yes, South Carolina has one primary toll road that Dollar renters should be aware of: the Southern Connector, a 16-mile stretch on Interstate 185 connecting I-185 to I-385 near Greenville.

The Southern Connector uses the PalPass (also called Palmetto Pass) electronic toll collection system. Payment options include:

• PalPass transponder for cashless lanes
• Cash (exact change required at certain ramps, such as Highway 20 and Fork Shoals Road)
• Credit or debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Discover) at mainline plazas only; PIN debit cards are not accepted

Typical toll costs for a standard car on the Southern Connector range from a minimum of US$0.075 up to US$3.00 for the full 16-mile route, which incurs two toll points.

There are no other toll roads, congestion charges, or emissions zones in South Carolina. If your Dollar itinerary takes you outside South Carolina into states with more extensive toll networks, tolls in those areas will apply separately.

When you pick up your Dollar hire car in South Carolina, you will have the option to enrol in an optional electronic toll programme at the counter. This programme covers the Southern Connector near Greenville and any other tolled roads you may encounter.

Here is how the two options compare:

• Enrol in the toll programme: You pay a daily service fee, typically in the range of US$3.95 to US$4.95 per day (often capped around US$19.75 per rental period), plus actual tolls at standard rates. This lets you use electronic lanes without a personal transponder.
• Do not enrol: If you drive through a cashless toll lane without a programme, Dollar will bill you via Toll-By-Plate. This means the toll is charged at the highest undiscounted rate plus an administrative fee, which can be around US$15 per toll event and capped near US$90 per rental. These charges may appear on your card four to eight weeks after you return the vehicle.

If you plan to drive near Greenville and use the Southern Connector, enrolling at the Dollar counter in South Carolina is generally the more cost-effective choice. Toll charges billed after the hire are covered under the Tolls Cashback benefit described separately.

Yes, all bookings made through Hola Car Rentals include Tolls Cashback, which reimburses up to 5% of your total booking value for tolls paid during your Dollar hire in South Carolina.

This benefit is useful whether you use the Southern Connector near Greenville or drive into neighbouring states with more extensive toll networks.

To claim your cashback after returning your Dollar hire in South Carolina:

• Email [email protected] within 30 days of returning the vehicle
• Use the subject line: Tolls Cashback - Reservation [Your Confirmation Number]
• Attach your Hola Car Rentals booking confirmation, the signed hire agreement from the Dollar counter, and a receipt or statement showing the toll charges paid

The refund is issued to the same payment method used for your original booking and typically processes within 7 to 10 business days after approval. Late submissions received after 30 days are not accepted. This benefit does not mean tolls are included in your rate; you still pay tolls normally and claim reimbursement afterwards.

When you pick up your Dollar hire car in South Carolina, the counter will place a temporary authorisation hold on your credit card. This is not a charge; it reduces your available credit until your bank releases it after the hire ends.

For standard vehicles at Dollar locations in South Carolina, the typical hold is approximately US$300 to US$400 on a major credit card. The exact amount can vary depending on the vehicle class, the specific South Carolina airport location, and the season. Premium or speciality vehicles may carry a higher hold.

Important requirements for the deposit at any Dollar counter in South Carolina:

• The card must be a major credit card (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Discover) with the driver’s name printed on it
• Debit cards and prepaid cards are not accepted for the security hold
• The card must be in the main driver’s name and presented physically at the counter

After you return the vehicle, the hold is released. Your bank controls how quickly it reappears as available credit, which can take up to 15 business days. Bring a backup credit card in case your primary card is declined.

Yes, Dollar does hire to drivers aged 20 to 24 in South Carolina, but a young-renter surcharge (also called an underage fee) applies in addition to the base hire rate.

Key points for under-25 renters at Dollar locations in South Carolina:

• The standard minimum age at most South Carolina Dollar locations is 20 to 21; drivers aged 21 to 24 pay a daily underage surcharge
• Dollar charges approximately US$13.50 per hire day in underage fees, with a maximum cap of US$189 per rental period
• Certain vehicle classes are restricted to renters aged 25 and older, including full-size SUVs, premium, luxury, convertible, minivan, and van categories
• Drivers aged 21 to 24 are generally limited to economy, compact, intermediate, and compact SUV classes at South Carolina Dollar counters

The exact surcharge amount and class restrictions at your specific South Carolina Dollar location (Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, Hilton Head, or Myrtle Beach) are confirmed at the counter. Always verify eligibility before booking a vehicle class that may be restricted.

Dollar hires in South Carolina follow a Full-to-Full fuel policy by default. You receive the vehicle with a full tank and must return it full to avoid fuel charges.

Steps to follow for a smooth fuel return at any South Carolina Dollar location:

• At pickup, check the fuel gauge with the agent and confirm the starting level is recorded on the hire agreement
• Take a photo of the dashboard showing the odometer and fuel gauge
• Refuel within approximately 10 miles of the return location (for example, near the airport hire facility) so the gauge does not drop before you arrive
• Keep your final fuel receipt showing the date, time, and station address
• For after-hours returns at South Carolina Dollar locations, leave the receipt in the key drop envelope and keep a photo of the full gauge

If you return the vehicle below the recorded level, Dollar will charge you for the fuel shortfall at their refuelling rate, which is typically higher than retail pump prices, plus a service fee. Some South Carolina Dollar counters may offer a prepaid fuel option at pickup; if you accept it, any unused fuel is generally non-refundable.

Yes, most bookings made through Hola Car Rentals include travel assistance coverage via Terrawind Global Protection, which applies during your Dollar hire in South Carolina. However, this benefit does not apply to residents of the United States or Canada.

If you are an international visitor driving a Dollar hire in South Carolina and you experience an emergency, such as a medical situation on a remote stretch of highway or a legal issue following an accident, the coverage typically includes:

• Travel and medical coverage for up to 5 passengers
• Legal assistance in the event of an accident
• Compensation for luggage lost by the airline
• Flight cancellation insurance

To get help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:

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

When you call, provide your full name, your Hola Car Rentals confirmation number, your location in South Carolina, and a brief description of the situation. Always check your booking confirmation for the exact coverage terms and limits that apply to your Dollar hire.

Yes, you can add an additional driver to your Dollar hire in South Carolina, either as an included benefit on certain rates or by paying a fee at the counter.

For Dollar hires in South Carolina, the additional driver fee is approximately US$13.50 per hire day, with a maximum cap of US$189 per rental period, when not already included in your rate. Check your booking confirmation to see whether an additional driver is listed as included.

Requirements for adding a driver at any South Carolina Dollar counter:

• The additional driver must be present at pickup with a valid driver’s licence
• They must meet the minimum age requirements for South Carolina (underage surcharges may apply for drivers aged 20 to 24)
• If their licence uses a non-Latin alphabet, an International Driving Permit is also required
• Both the main driver and the additional driver must sign the hire agreement

Only drivers listed on the Dollar hire agreement in South Carolina are covered by the vehicle's protections such as CDW/LDW and liability cover. Never allow an unlisted person to drive the vehicle, as this can void your cover.

The insurance cover included with your Dollar hire in South Carolina depends on the rate plan you selected when booking through Hola Car Rentals.

The two main protections to understand are:

• Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) or Loss Damage Waiver (LDW): Reduces your financial liability for damage to the Dollar hire vehicle itself from a collision, theft, or vandalism. A deductible may apply unless your confirmation explicitly shows zero deductible. This 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 Dollar hire in South Carolina. Some U.S. states require a minimum liability amount; confirm whether it is included or optional on your specific South Carolina booking.

CDW/LDW does not cover tyres, undercarriage, roof damage, or personal belongings. For personal items, a separate Personal Effects Coverage (PEC) add-on would be needed.

Always review your Hola Car Rentals confirmation before arriving at the Dollar counter in South Carolina to confirm exactly which protections are included and whether any deductible applies.

Yes, one-way hires between Dollar locations in South Carolina are possible, but a drop-off fee may apply depending on the specific route.

Dollar operates at five airport locations across South Carolina: Charleston (CHS), Columbia (CAE), Greenville-Spartanburg (GSP), Hilton Head (HHH), and Myrtle Beach (MYR). Returning your Dollar hire to a different South Carolina airport than where you picked it up is a one-way hire and may trigger a repositioning fee.

How to check whether a drop-off fee applies:

• During the booking process on the Hola Car Rentals website, select a different return location and the system will display any applicable drop-off fee under the "To pay at destination" section
• Your booking confirmation will also list this fee if it applies
• The fee cannot be prepaid and is paid directly at the Dollar counter in South Carolina

If you change your return location after booking, the hire may be repriced and the drop-off fee recalculated. Mid-hire route changes must be approved by the Dollar location. Always confirm the fee before finalising a one-way booking across South Carolina airports.

Yes, there are additional taxes and charges charged on top of the base hire rate for any Dollar hire in South Carolina, some of which are included in your prepaid rate and some that are due at the counter.

Common charges that may appear on your Dollar hire agreement in South Carolina include:

• South Carolina state hire surcharge: 2.5% applied to motor vehicle hires statewide
• Airport Concession Recovery Fee (ACRF): A percentage fee charged at all South Carolina airport Dollar locations (Charleston, Columbia, Greenville, Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach) to recover the cost of operating at the airport
• Customer Facility Charge (CFC): A per-day or per-transaction fee at airport hire facilities
• Vehicle Licence Recovery Fee (VLRF): A fee to recover vehicle registration and licensing costs
• Energy Surcharge: Applied by Dollar nationally

Whether these charges are included in your prepaid rate or due at the Dollar counter in South Carolina depends on the rate plan shown in your booking confirmation. If your confirmation states "Taxes and Fees: Included," you should not be billed separately for those items at pickup. If you are charged for something not disclosed on your confirmation, the No Extra Charges© guarantee may apply.