Thrifty Car Hire
in Atlanta

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

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

Your Thrifty hire car in Atlanta is not located inside the terminal. After collecting your baggage, follow the ground transportation signs to the Rental Car Centre shuttle stop. The shuttle runs continuously and takes approximately 5 to 10 minutes to reach the consolidated Rental Car Centre at 2300 Rental Car Centre Parkway, College Park, GA 30337.

Once inside the Rental Car Centre, locate the Thrifty counter to complete your paperwork and collect your keys. Plan for an additional 30 to 60 minutes after baggage claim to account for the shuttle ride and counter queue, especially during peak travel periods.

When returning your Atlanta Thrifty vehicle, drop it off at the same 2300 Rental Car Centre Parkway lot and take the shuttle back to your terminal.

Yes, Thrifty operates city locations in Atlanta in addition to the Hartsfield-Jackson Airport counter.

• Capitol Hill: 204 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30303
• Buckhead Peachtree: 3230 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305

These Atlanta Thrifty locations do not require a shuttle. You can reach them directly by taxi, rideshare, or car. They are convenient if you are not arriving by plane or if you prefer to avoid airport concession fees, which can add a significant percentage to your base rate.

Hours vary by location, so check the specific Thrifty branch page or your booking confirmation before heading to a city counter. The airport site at 2300 Rental Car Centre Parkway handles the large majority of Thrifty hires in Atlanta.

When collecting your Thrifty hire in Atlanta, bring all of the following physical documents:

• Your original, unexpired driver’s licence
• A major credit card in the main driver’s name with the name printed on the card (debit and prepaid cards are not accepted for the excess)
• 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 driver’s 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 mandatory at the Atlanta Thrifty counter. For licences in other non-English scripts, an IDP is strongly recommended. The IDP is a translation only and must be carried alongside your original licence.

All documents must be physical originals. Digital copies shown on a phone or tablet are not accepted at the counter.

Yes, your Thrifty hire in Atlanta will include an electronic toll device, because Georgia's toll network is entirely cashless with no cash payment option at any toll point.

The Atlanta area uses Georgia Express Lanes on several major highways, all managed through the Peach Pass transponder system. Compatible passes include Sun Pass and Quick Pass. Dynamic pricing means the cost per mile changes with traffic demand:

• I-85 Express Lanes (15 miles): US$0.10 to US$0.90 per mile
• I-75 Express Lane (12 miles): minimum US$0.10 per mile
• Northwest Corridor (I-75 and I-575): minimum US$0.10 per mile

At the Thrifty counter in Atlanta you can purchase an unlimited toll package, typically priced between US$11 and US$25 per day, which covers all tolls during your hire. If you decline the package, Thrifty will charge each toll plus an administrative processing fee to your credit card after the hire ends. Toll charges can appear on your statement days or even weeks after you return the vehicle.

Vehicles with three or more occupants may use Peach Pass Express Lanes toll-free, but you still need a valid transponder or Peach Pass registered to the vehicle.

Picking up your Thrifty hire at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) adds several mandatory fees on top of the base rate:

• Airport Concession Recovery Fee: typically 10 to 12 per cent of the base rate
• Customer Facility Charge (CFC): approximately US$4.50 to US$10.00 per day
• Georgia state hire car sales tax: 7 per cent state plus up to 8 per cent local, totaling around 15 per cent in Fulton County

These charges are standard across all brands at the Atlanta airport Rental Car Centre, not specific to Thrifty. If your booking confirmation shows taxes and fees as included, you should not be billed separately for those items at the counter. If you are charged for something not listed on your confirmation, keep all paperwork and contact support after the hire ends.

Hiring from a Thrifty city location in Atlanta, such as the Capitol Hill branch, avoids the airport concession fee and can result in significant savings, though you will need to arrange your own transport from the terminal.

Yes, all Hola Car Rentals bookings include Tolls Cashback, which reimburses up to 5 per cent of your total booking value for tolls paid during your Atlanta Thrifty hire.

Atlanta's Express Lanes on I-85, I-75, and the Northwest Corridor use dynamic pricing, so toll costs can add up quickly depending on how often you use those roads. The cashback benefit helps offset those charges.

To claim your refund after returning your Thrifty vehicle in Atlanta:

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

Example: if your booking total is US$500, the cap is US$25. If you paid US$18 in Atlanta Express Lane tolls, you receive US$18 back. If you paid US$40, you receive US$25 (the cap). Refunds are issued to your original payment method within 7 to 10 business days after approval. Submissions received after 30 days are not accepted.

Yes, a physical major credit card in the main driver’s name is required at every Thrifty location in Atlanta, including the airport counter and city branches.

At pickup, Thrifty places a temporary authorisation hold on your card. Typical holds for standard vehicles in the United States range from US$300 to US$400, though the exact amount depends on the vehicle class and location. This hold reduces your available credit until your bank releases it after the hire ends, which can take up to 15 business days.

• The card must be a major credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, etc.) with the driver’s name printed on it
• Debit cards, prepaid cards, and virtual card numbers are not accepted for the deposit
• Digital wallets such as Apple Pay or Google Pay are not accepted for the security hold
• Even if you prepaid your Atlanta Thrifty booking online, you must still present a physical credit card at the counter

Bring a backup credit card in your name in case your primary card is declined, and notify your bank of your travel dates to prevent fraud blocks on an in-person authorisation.

Yes, a young driver surcharge applies to drivers under 25 years old at Thrifty locations in Atlanta. The minimum age to hire without a surcharge is 25.

For drivers aged 21 to 24, Thrifty charges US$13.50 per hire day plus applicable taxes, with a maximum cap of US$189 plus taxes for the hire period. This fee is paid at the counter and is not included in your prepaid rate.

• Drivers under 21 are generally not permitted to hire from Thrifty in Atlanta
• Vehicle class restrictions apply: categories such as premium, luxury, full-size SUV, minivan, and convertible are typically reserved for renters aged 25 and older
• Economy, compact, and intermediate SUV classes are usually available to drivers aged 21 to 24

If you are between 21 and 24 and travelling from Latin America or the Caribbean, check whether your Hola Car Rentals confirmation shows the underage fee waived, as this exception applies to certain Avis and Budget rates but not to Thrifty Atlanta bookings.

Your Thrifty hire in Atlanta follows 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 Thrifty agent and confirm the starting level is recorded on your hire agreement. Take a photo of the dashboard showing the odometer and gauge before leaving the Atlanta lot.

Before returning your vehicle to the Thrifty counter at 2300 Rental Car Centre Parkway or a city location, refuel within approximately 10 miles of the return point so the gauge does not drop below full during the drive back. Keep your final fuel receipt showing the date, time, and station address.

• If you return the car below the recorded level, Thrifty will charge for the fuel shortfall at their refuelling rate, which is typically higher than retail pump prices, plus a service fee
• Use the correct fuel type: check the fuel cap or dashboard label before filling up
• For after-hours returns at the Atlanta Rental Car Centre, leave the receipt in the return envelope and keep a photo of the full gauge on your phone

Yes, you can add an additional driver to your Thrifty hire in Atlanta, but the extra driver must be present at the counter during pickup with their own valid driver’s licence.

If your booking confirmation does not show the additional driver as included, Thrifty charges US$13.50 per hire day plus taxes, capped at US$189 plus taxes for the full hire period. This fee is paid at the Atlanta counter and cannot be prepaid.

• The additional driver must sign the hire agreement in person at the Thrifty counter
• They must meet the same minimum age and document requirements as the main driver
• If their licence is not in a Latin (Roman) alphabet, they will also need an International Driving Permit
• For Thrifty in Atlanta, additional drivers should generally be at least 25 years old; drivers aged 21 to 24 may be subject to a young driver surcharge or may not be accepted depending on location rules

Only drivers listed on the hire agreement are covered by the vehicle's protections. If someone not named on the contract drives the Atlanta Thrifty vehicle, coverage may be void.

Driving a Thrifty hire in Atlanta presents some navigation challenges that are unique to this city and worth knowing before you get on the road.

The most significant is the Downtown Connector, where I-75 and I-85 merge into a single corridor through downtown Atlanta carrying up to 437,000 vehicles per day. Merging onto this stretch requires assertive lane changes, and the volume of traffic can be disorienting if you are used to less congested highway systems.

• Over 70 streets in Atlanta include the word Peachtree in their name. GPS is essential, and double-checking the full street name before turning is strongly recommended
• I-285, known as the Perimeter, encircles the city for 64 miles and has complex local access points that can confuse first-time visitors
• Several interchanges use diverging diamond designs and multi-level stacks, including the I-85 and I-285 interchange, which handles around 290,000 vehicles daily
• The I-75 and I-85 split north of downtown reverses intuitive lane logic: the left lanes lead northwest toward I-85 and the right lanes lead northeast toward I-75

Using a GPS or navigation app is strongly advised for your Atlanta Thrifty hire, particularly when navigating the inner loop during busy periods.

Yes, most Hola Car Rentals bookings include travel assistance coverage provided by Terrawind Global Protection, and this applies to your Thrifty hire in Atlanta as well.

This benefit is particularly relevant in Atlanta given the city's complex highway network. If you are involved in an accident on the Downtown Connector or experience a medical emergency while driving your Thrifty vehicle anywhere in the Atlanta area, the assistance line is available 24 hours a day.

Coverage typically includes:

• Travel insurance with 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 reach assistance at any time, call +1 888 980 9992 (toll-free) or contact WhatsApp at +1 208 910 1001. Have your Hola Car Rentals confirmation number ready when you call.

Important: this benefit does not apply to customers who are residents of the United States or Canada. It also does not cover damage to the Thrifty hire vehicle itself (that is handled by CDW/LDW) or third-party liability (covered by LIS/ALI/SLI). Always check your booking confirmation for the exact terms applicable to your reservation.

When picking up your Thrifty hire in Atlanta, two main types of protection are worth reviewing before you sign the agreement.

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) or Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) reduces your financial liability if the Thrifty vehicle is damaged or stolen during your Atlanta hire. A deductible may apply unless your confirmation explicitly shows zero excess. CDW and LDW do 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 your Thrifty hire in Atlanta. In Georgia, state-minimum liability is not automatically guaranteed for all renters, so adding supplementary liability coverage is strongly recommended, particularly given Atlanta's high-traffic highways such as the Downtown Connector and I-285.

• CDW/LDW covers the Thrifty vehicle only, not third parties
• LIS/ALI/SLI covers third parties only, not the hire vehicle
• Neither covers your personal injuries (that falls under Personal Accident Insurance) or your belongings
• Coverage applies only to drivers listed on the Thrifty hire agreement

Check your Hola Car Rentals confirmation to see which protections are already included in your Atlanta Thrifty rate before accepting or declining anything at the counter.