Thrifty Car Hire
in Colorado

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

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

Thrifty operates at several airports and city locations across Colorado, giving you flexibility depending on where you arrive.

• Denver International Airport (DEN) at 23520 East 78th Avenue, near the airport
• TSH Denver Downtown at 2001 Welton Street, Denver, CO 80205
• Durango-La Plata County Airport (DRO) at 1000 Airport Road, Suite 14, Durango, CO 81303
• Eagle County Regional Airport in Eagle
• Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) in Montrose
• Neighbourhood locations in Aurora, Colorado Springs, Boulder, Lakewood, Parker, and Arvada

At Denver International Airport, the Thrifty counter is the most popular pick-up point in Colorado. If you are arriving at a regional airport such as DRO or MTJ, Thrifty also has a presence there to serve renters heading into the surrounding mountain areas.

To confirm the exact counter location and hours for your chosen Thrifty site in Colorado, check your booking confirmation before travel.

Yes, Colorado operates a fully cashless toll system, which directly affects how you manage tolls during your Thrifty hire.

The main toll roads you may encounter include:

• E-470, a 47-mile loop around Denver connecting to Denver International Airport, using licence plate tolling (LPT) with no cash booths
• I-25 Express Lanes, running 7 miles between US 36 and downtown Denver, with variable rates of approximately US$0.50 to US$5.00 per trip
• US-36 Express Lanes and the Northwest Parkway, both fully cashless

Because there are no cash booths anywhere on Colorado toll roads, your Thrifty hire vehicle will be billed automatically via overhead cameras that photograph the licence plate. If you do not enrol in a toll programme at the Thrifty counter, the rental company will receive the licence plate toll invoice and pass the charges to you along with administrative fees that can reach US$9.99 per day plus tolls, or up to US$15 per toll event.

At the Thrifty counter in Colorado, you can opt into an unlimited toll package, which typically costs between US$11 and US$25 per day depending on the programme, to avoid per-event fees.

When picking up your Thrifty hire in Colorado, you will be offered a toll programme at the counter to cover the state's cashless toll roads.

Typical toll programme options available through rental companies in Colorado include:

• Unlimited daily package: approximately US$14.99 per day or US$74.95 per week
• Pay-per-use: approximately US$3.95 per usage day plus the actual toll charges
• Some programmes offer a rental-period flat rate of approximately US$19.75 plus tolls

If you decline the Thrifty toll programme in Colorado and still drive on toll roads such as E-470 or the I-25 Express Lanes, the licence plate tolling system will capture your plate. Thrifty will then bill you the undiscounted toll amount plus an administrative fee, which can be significantly higher than enrolling upfront.

ExpressToll account holders save 25 to 35 per cent compared to the standard licence plate toll rate, but rental vehicles are typically billed through the rental company's own programme rather than a personal transponder. Review the toll programme terms carefully at the Thrifty counter in Colorado before signing the hire agreement.

Yes, all bookings made through Hola Car Rentals include Tolls Cashback, which lets you recover up to 5% of your total booking value for tolls paid during your Thrifty hire in Colorado.

Colorado's cashless toll roads, including E-470 near Denver International Airport and the I-25 Express Lanes, mean toll charges are common for renters. This benefit helps offset those costs after your trip.

To claim your Tolls Cashback after your Thrifty hire in Colorado:

• 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, and a toll receipt or statement showing charges paid

The refund is calculated as the lesser of your actual toll charges or 5% of your booking total. For example, if your booking total was US$500, the maximum cashback is US$25. Refunds are issued to the original payment method and typically process within 7 to 10 business days after approval. Late submissions received after 30 days are not accepted.

To collect your Thrifty hire in Colorado, you must present the following physical documents at the counter:

• Your original, unexpired driver's licence in the main driver's name
• A major credit card with the driver's name printed on the physical card, used for the security deposit hold
• A valid passport or 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 alphabet (for example, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, or Cyrillic script), an International Driving Permit (IDP) is mandatory alongside your original licence. For licences in English or using a Latin alphabet, an IDP is recommended but not strictly required at most Thrifty locations in Colorado.

All documents must be physical originals. Digital copies shown on a phone or tablet are not accepted at the Thrifty counter. If there is a name mismatch between your licence, passport, and credit card, the counter agent may refuse the hire, so verify all names match before you travel to Colorado.

Yes, a physical major credit card in the main driver's name is required for the security deposit hold when picking up your Thrifty hire in Colorado.

Key points to know before arriving at the Thrifty counter in Colorado:

• The card must be a major credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, etc.) with a line of credit, not a debit or prepaid card
• The driver's name must be printed on the physical card
• Typical security deposit holds in the United States range from approximately US$300 to US$400, though the exact amount is set by Thrifty at the counter
• The hold reduces your available credit until released after the vehicle is returned
• Digital wallets, virtual cards, and single-use card numbers are not accepted

Even if you prepaid your Thrifty booking in Colorado online, you must still present a physical credit card at pickup for the hold. The hold is not a charge and is released after the hire concludes, though your bank may take up to 15 business days to reflect the release. Bring a backup credit card in your name in case your primary card is declined.

The standard minimum age to hire a car with Thrifty in Colorado without a surcharge is 25. Drivers aged 21 to 24 can hire but will be charged a daily young-renter surcharge at the counter.

Important age-related details for Thrifty hires in Colorado:

• Drivers aged 21 to 24 pay a young-renter surcharge of approximately US$13.50 per rental day plus taxes, with a maximum cap of US$189 plus taxes for Thrifty
• Certain vehicle classes such as full-size SUVs, premium, luxury, minivans, and convertibles are typically restricted to renters aged 25 and older
• Economy, compact, and intermediate sedan or SUV categories are generally available to drivers aged 21 to 24
• Drivers under 21 cannot hire from Thrifty in Colorado

Colorado does not have a state law requiring hires to drivers under 21 (unlike New York or Michigan), so Thrifty's standard policy applies. If you are 21 to 24 and travelling to Colorado, budget for the daily surcharge and confirm your chosen vehicle class is eligible before booking.

Yes, Thrifty charges an additional driver fee in Colorado unless your booking confirmation explicitly states the additional driver is included at no charge.

For Thrifty hires in Colorado, the additional driver fee is approximately US$13.50 per rental day plus taxes, with a maximum cap of US$189 plus taxes for the hire period. This fee is paid directly at the Thrifty counter and is not part of your prepaid rate.

Requirements for adding a driver to your Thrifty hire in Colorado:

• The additional driver must be present at the Thrifty counter at pickup
• They must present a valid driver's licence and any required IDP
• They must sign the hire agreement
• For Thrifty, additional drivers should generally be at least 25 years old; drivers aged 21 to 24 may face a young-renter surcharge or be declined depending on location

Only drivers listed on the hire agreement are covered by protections such as CDW/LDW. If someone not named on the contract drives the vehicle in Colorado, coverage may be void. Check your booking confirmation before arriving at the counter to confirm whether an additional driver is already included in your rate.

Yes, most bookings made through Hola Car Rentals include Travel Assistance provided by Terrawind Global Protection, which can be valuable if you experience a medical emergency or travel disruption while driving your Thrifty hire through Colorado's mountain regions.

Colorado's remote mountain roads, including areas around Eagle, Montrose, and Durango where Thrifty also operates, can be far from urban medical facilities. The Travel Assistance benefit covers:

• 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 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 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 cover damage to the Thrifty hire vehicle itself (that is handled by CDW/LDW) or third-party liability. It also does not apply to residents of the United States or Canada. If you are a US or Canadian resident hiring a Thrifty vehicle in Colorado, this benefit is not available to you.

Thrifty hires in Colorado 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 avoid fuel charges on your Thrifty hire in Colorado:

• At pickup, confirm the fuel gauge reads full and ensure 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 Thrifty return location before dropping off the car
• Keep your final fuel receipt showing the date, time, and station address

If you return the Thrifty vehicle in Colorado with less than a full tank, you may be charged for the fuel shortfall at the rental company's refuelling rate, which is typically higher than the pump price, plus a refuelling service fee.

For after-hours returns at Colorado Thrifty locations, leave the fuel receipt in the key envelope and keep a photo of the full gauge on your phone as documentation. If the starting level at pickup was not full, ask the agent to record the exact level on the agreement and return the car at that same level.

Yes, one-way hires are possible with Thrifty in Colorado, but a drop-off fee may apply depending on the route.

Common one-way scenarios for Thrifty in Colorado include picking up at Denver International Airport and returning at a regional location such as Durango, Eagle, or Montrose, or vice versa. Routes between different cities or regions typically carry a drop-off fee, while same-city returns between the airport and a downtown Thrifty location may not.

How to check if a drop-off fee applies:

• During the booking process, select your different return location and the fee will appear under the "To pay at destination" section if applicable
• The fee is route-specific and varies by distance, vehicle class, and season
• This fee cannot be prepaid and is paid directly at the Thrifty counter in Colorado

Cross-border one-way hires (for example, returning the Thrifty vehicle outside Colorado in another US state) may be permitted but could carry higher fees or restrictions. Always confirm cross-border driving rules on your hire agreement before leaving Colorado.

The insurance cover included in your Thrifty hire in Colorado 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 Thrifty hire vehicle from a collision, theft, or vandalism. A deductible may apply unless your confirmation shows zero deductible. This does not cover damage to other vehicles or injuries to other people.
• Third-Party Liability (LIS/ALI/SLI): covers bodily injury and property damage you may cause to others while driving the Thrifty vehicle in Colorado. Some US states require a minimum liability amount; confirm whether it is included or optional on your booking confirmation.

CDW/LDW does not cover prohibited use such as off-road driving, driving under the influence, or use by an unauthorised driver not listed on the Thrifty hire agreement in Colorado. Always add every driver to the contract at the counter.

Review your Hola Car Rentals booking confirmation carefully before arriving at the Thrifty counter in Colorado to understand exactly which protections are included and whether any deductible applies.

If you return your Thrifty hire in Colorado after the agreed drop-off time, a grace period of approximately 30 minutes typically applies, though this is not guaranteed at every location.

If you exceed the grace period at the Thrifty return location in Colorado:

• You may be charged for additional hours or an extra hire day at the applicable rate
• A late return fee may also apply on top of the time charges
• Charges are billed by Thrifty directly and are not covered by your prepaid rate

If you know in advance that you need more time with your Thrifty hire in Colorado, contact the rental location or Hola Car Rentals support before the scheduled return time to explore an extension. Extensions are subject to vehicle availability and may reprice the hire.

For after-hours returns at Thrifty locations in Colorado, follow the key-drop instructions provided on your hire agreement. Note that liability for the vehicle may continue until the counter agent formally checks it in the next business day, so document the vehicle's condition with photos at the time of return.