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The honest way to hire a car in the United States.

Hiring a car across the United States comes down to one thing: knowing exactly what you pay before you reach the counter. Hola brings the major rental brands into a single search so you can compare all-inclusive rates side by side, with taxes and mandatory fees shown up front and free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup. The country rewards drivers who plan ahead. A cross-country trip can take you from the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco to the lights of the Las Vegas Strip, through the red rock of the Grand Canyon, and on to the monuments of Washington, D.C. Interstate motorways make long distances manageable, while cashless tolling near New York and Florida is straightforward when your hire car is set up correctly. Fuel is widely available, parking rules differ between cities, and winter driving in the north calls for extra care. With Hola you avoid the surprise charges that make American car hire stressful, because every protection and fee is transparent from the outset. Compare your options now and secure an honest rate for your next trip across the United States.

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From £8.21/dayUp to 45% off
Return car to a different location
7-day hire
AI finds your lowest all-inclusive price
Why one price beats nine quotes

The number you see is the number you pay.

Car hire is famous for counter surprises. Our AI compares every brand to find your lowest all-inclusive price, with every mandatory fee folded in up front. And if the counter ever charges something that wasn't on your confirmation, we get it removed or reimbursed.

  • No Extra Charges© guarantee

    If a counter ever bills you for something that wasn't on your confirmation, we get it removed or refunded — a written promise, not buried fine print.

  • One all-inclusive price

    Taxes, airport fees and your chosen protections are shown together before you book — never drip-fed at pickup.

  • Liability cover up to US$300,000

    Eligible rates and itineraries include third-party liability cover up to US$300,000, so you're protected if something goes wrong on the road. Cover and limits vary by rate — your exact terms are shown before you book.

  • Tolls cashback up to 5%

    Claim back up to 5% of your booking toward the tolls you pay during the hire.

Hola Car RentalsAll-Inclusive+Economy
From£8.21/ day£10.26 elsewhereadd-ons included
Mitsubishi Mirage or similar · automatic · STATES pickup
Mitsubishi Mirage hire car

Folded into this one rate

  • All Inclusive+
  • No Extra Charges© Coverage
  • Insurance and taxes
  • Car hire insurance (CDW/LDW)
  • Free cancellation
  • Third party insurance of US$ 300,000 (LIS)
The honest difference

Included with Hola. Extra everywhere else.

Most sites quote a tempting headline rate, then add cover, fees and counter surprises. Our AI finds the lowest all-inclusive price across all nine brands — here's what each price really gets you, line by line.

What's included
Hola Car RentalsAll-Inclusive+One honest price
Typical sitePay-as-you-go
All-inclusive price, shown up front
HolaLocked in
ElsewhereDrip fees
Liability cover up to US$300,000on eligible rates & itineraries
HolaIncluded
ElsewherePaid add-on
Travel insurance — US$150,000 medical coverfor eligible customers outside the US/Canada
HolaIncluded
ElsewhereNot offered
Tolls cashback — up to 5% back
HolaUp to 5%
ElsewhereNot offered
24/7 roadside & travel assistance
HolaAlways on
ElsewhereVaries
No Extra Charges© guarantee at the counter
HolaGuaranteed
ElsewhereNo
Free Cancellation (up to 48 hrs)
HolaAlways
ElsewhereSometimes
Confused about what's covered?Ask our AI to explain liability, travel insurance and tolls in plain English.
Pick your ride

Most-booked hire cars in United States

Real availability from nine brands. Every rate is all-inclusive, and our AI finds you the lowest price across all of them — filter by what fits your trip.

  • SmallAlamoMitsubishi Mirage

    Mitsubishi Mirage

    or similar · Automatic
    42Auto
    • All Inclusive+
    • No Extra Charges© Coverage
    • Insurance and taxes
    £8 / day
  • SaloonAlamoToyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    or similar · Automatic
    53Auto
    • All Inclusive+
    • No Extra Charges© Coverage
    • Insurance and taxes
    £8 / day
  • LuxuryHertzAudi A5 Sportback

    Audi A5 Sportback

    or similar · Automatic
    53Auto
    • All Inclusive+
    • No Extra Charges© Coverage
    • Insurance and taxes
    £8 / day
  • SUVAlamoHyundai Kona

    Hyundai Kona

    or similar · Automatic
    53Auto
    • All Inclusive+
    • No Extra Charges© Coverage
    • Insurance and taxes
    £9 / day
  • 7 seatsAlamoChrysler Pacifica 7 Passengers

    Chrysler Pacifica 7 Passengers

    or similar · Automatic
    75Auto
    • All Inclusive+
    • No Extra Charges© Coverage
    • Insurance and taxes
    £9 / day
  • PickupAlamoToyota Tacoma

    Toyota Tacoma

    or similar · Automatic
    53Auto
    • All Inclusive+
    • No Extra Charges© Coverage
    • Insurance and taxes
    £12 / day
  • 15 seatsEnterpriseFord Transit 15 Passengers

    Ford Transit 15 Passengers

    or similar · Automatic
    150Auto
    • All Inclusive+
    • No Extra Charges© Coverage
    • Insurance and taxes
    £19 / day
  • 7 seatsHertzNissan Pathfinder 7 Passengers

    Nissan Pathfinder 7 Passengers

    or similar · Automatic
    72Auto
    • All Inclusive+
    • No Extra Charges© Coverage
    • Insurance and taxes
    £15 / day
  • ConvertibleAvisFord Mustang Convertible

    Ford Mustang Convertible

    or similar · Automatic
    42Auto
    • All Inclusive+
    • No Extra Charges© Coverage
    • Insurance and taxes
    £18 / day
  • PickupEnterpriseJeep Gladiator

    Jeep Gladiator

    or similar · Automatic
    53Auto
    • All Inclusive+
    • No Extra Charges© Coverage
    • Insurance and taxes
    £17 / day
  • LuxuryAlamoAudi A4

    Audi A4

    or similar · Automatic
    54Auto
    • All Inclusive+
    • No Extra Charges© Coverage
    • Insurance and taxes
    £12 / day
  • SportsAlamoDodge Challenger

    Dodge Challenger

    or similar · Automatic
    42Auto
    • All Inclusive+
    • No Extra Charges© Coverage
    • Insurance and taxes
    £30 / day
From landing to driving

Three steps. No counter drama.

  1. Step 01

    Search & compare

    Enter your dates once and our AI compares all nine brands to find your lowest all-inclusive price — sorted honestly, no logins.

  2. Step 02

    Book one clear price

    Confirm in minutes. Everything's in the confirmation email — cover, tolls cashback, assistance and your guarantee.

  3. Step 03

    Pick up & drive off

    Collect your car at your chosen pickup location, show your documents, and you're on the road in minutes — no queues, no surprises.

Trusted by travellers
  • 6370+ pickup locationsacross United States and surroundings
  • £0 hidden feesguaranteed at the counter
  • 24/7 supportroadside & travel help

“Very easy to book, many options to choose from and best of all, they include everything required without additional payments.”

Verified Google review
United States

“The search was very easy and there were many options to choose from. Price wise was definitely better than any other car rental sites I’ve been on. Check out was not complicated at all and to have everything included in the price and in plain writing puts you to the top of the list. ”

Verified Trustpilot review
United States
Local know-how

Hiring a car in United States

Hiring a car is often the best way to see the United States, where great distances separate the cities and national parks worth the trip. Interstates make long hauls straightforward, while many toll roads near big cities are now cashless — every Hola rental is set up so tolls are handled cleanly. Plan for varied weather and state-by-state rules, and you will have a smooth drive.

Requirements at a glance

  • Valid driving licence; IDP recommended for many international drivers
  • Credit card in the main driver's name for the deposit
  • Minimum age typically 21, surcharge usually applies under 25
  • 21+ years

    Under-25 driver fee usually applies. Confirm at pickup.

  • Driving licence

    UK licence, or home licence plus IDP for international drivers.

  • Credit card

    Named credit card required for the deposit; debit is limited.

  • Fuel policy

    Full-to-full is standard. Return the tank as you received it.

Where to pick up

Pick-up points all over United States

Direct pickup at airports, seaports, hotels and residential neighbourhoods.

Coverage across United States
  • More neighbourhoodsFrom the airport corridor to the suburbs, there are pickup points across United States. Search to see them all.Across United States

Locations and hours may vary by supplier. Confirm at checkout.

Smart booking

Smart-money tips for hiring a car in the United States

What frequent US road-trippers already know.

  • When is the best time to book?
    Book well ahead for summer and holiday travel, when demand across US airports peaks. Shoulder seasons in spring and autumn usually bring the calmest pricing.
  • How should I budget for a US road trip?
    Beyond the daily rate, factor in fuel for long interstate distances, tolls near major cities and any young-driver or one-way fees. Hola all-inclusive rates fold the mandatory charges in up front.
  • What class do most US visitors pick?
    Compact and midsize cars suit city breaks, while SUVs are popular for national parks and family trips. Match the class to your route and luggage.
  • Do I need anything extra for tolls?
    Many states use cashless tolling. Hire cars usually come with a transponder or plate billing, so confirm how your rate handles tolls before you drive off.
  • How does weather affect driving?
    Northern states can see snow and ice in winter, while the south brings summer storms. Check conditions for the states on your route and adjust your pace.
  • What do renters value most?
    Travellers consistently praise transparent pricing and a fast airport handover. Choosing an all-inclusive rate removes most counter-side surprises.
  • Hola works with the major rental brands operating across the United States to offer an all-inclusive rate. Depending on the rate and itinerary, it can bundle liability cover, travel assistance, toll cashback and our No Extra Charges© pricing guarantee. Every included protection and fee is shown at the time of booking, so you know what you are getting before you pay.

  • No. With Hola, the costs and charges for your United States booking are shown clearly at reservation and in your confirmation email, so you know what you are paying before you reach the counter. Every booking also carries the No Extra Charges© guarantee, which protects you if the counter charges you for something that was not on your confirmation and was not an optional add-on you accepted.

  • You will need a valid driving licence held for the required minimum period, a credit card in the main driver's name and, for many international visitors, a passport. Drivers whose licence is not in the Latin alphabet are generally advised to carry an International Driving Permit alongside their home licence. Always check the specific requirements shown on your confirmation.

  • In most cases yes. Rental counters in the United States typically require a physical credit card in the main driver's name to hold the security deposit. Debit cards are accepted only by some brands and often with extra conditions, so review the card policy on your rate before you travel.

  • Many United States highways use cashless, all-electronic tolling, especially in states such as Florida and Texas and around New York. Hire cars are usually fitted with a transponder or use number-plate billing, and toll costs are reconciled through the rental brand. Check how tolls are handled on your specific rate so there are no surprises.

  • On eligible Hola rates and itineraries, a portion of your toll charges can be returned as cashback. Whether it applies depends on the rate you choose and the route you drive, so look for the toll cashback benefit listed on your booking before you confirm.

  • The typical minimum age is 21, and drivers under 25 usually pay a young-driver surcharge. Some vehicle categories and locations set a higher minimum. The exact age rules and any surcharge appear on your rate details, so confirm them for your chosen car before booking.

  • Most large United States airports route rental customers to a consolidated car hire centre reached by a free shuttle or airport train from the terminal. Follow the “rental cars” signs at arrivals. Your confirmation lists the brand and pickup location so you know exactly where to go.

  • The most common policy is full-to-full: you collect the car with a full tank and return it full to avoid refuelling charges. Some rates offer alternatives such as prepaid fuel. Check the fuel policy shown on your rate and keep your final fuel receipt.

  • United States law requires liability cover, and rental rates handle this in different ways. Hola all-inclusive rates can bundle liability protection on eligible itineraries, and you may add collision or theft protection where offered. Review exactly what your rate includes and decide whether to add optional protection.

  • Many Hola all-inclusive rates include roadside and travel assistance, so help is available if you have a breakdown or need support during your trip. The level of assistance depends on the rate and itinerary, and the details are shown on your booking.

  • Yes. Additional drivers can usually be added, either at booking or at the counter, and each must meet the same licence and age requirements as the main driver. Some rates include one additional driver while others charge a fee, so check the terms on your rate.

  • One-way rentals between United States cities are widely available. A one-way fee may apply depending on the pickup and drop-off locations and the distance between them. Enter both locations when you search so the price you see already reflects any one-way charge.

  • Drive on the right, obey posted speed limits that vary by state, and stop fully for school buses with flashing lights. Seat belts are mandatory and child seats are required for young passengers. Rules differ from state to state, so review the basics for the states on your route before you set off.

  • United States airport rentals often carry facility fees, concession recovery fees and local taxes on top of the base rate. With Hola these mandatory charges are included in the all-inclusive price you see, so the total shown at booking is what you pay.

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