Avis Car Hire
Washington

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

No. With Hola Car Rentals, all costs and charges for your booking in Washington 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 Washington 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 Avis counter at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) in Washington is located near the baggage claim area inside the terminal. The SEA location is open 24 hours a day, and 24-hour drop-off is also available, making it one of the most flexible Avis pick-up points in Washington.

When you arrive, follow the car hire signs from baggage claim to reach the Avis desk. For vehicle return, the Avis drop-off address at SEA is 3150 S 160th St, SeaTac, Washington.

If you are arriving at Spokane International Airport (GEG) instead, the Avis counter is located at 9000 W Airport Dr. Hours there are 7:00 AM to 1:00 AM Monday through Friday and Sunday, and 7:00 AM to 12:00 AM on Saturday, with 24-hour drop-off available as well.

Yes, Washington state has several toll roads and bridges that Avis renters will encounter, and all tolling is fully cashless with no cash booths.

Washington uses the Good To Go! electronic tolling system, managed by the Washington State Department of Transportation. Common tolled routes include:

• SR 520 Bridge (Seattle to Bellevue): US$3.25 to US$6.30 for standard vehicles
• Tacoma Narrows Bridge (SR 16, Tacoma to Gig Harbour): US$5.25 to US$7.25
• I-405 Express Toll Lanes: up to US$18 each way during peak hours
• SR 509 Expressway: US$1.20 to US$2.40 depending on time of day

Your Avis hire vehicle in Washington will include an electronic toll device. At the counter you can choose an unlimited toll package (typically US$11 to US$25 per day) or pay per use. If you drive a tolled road without enrolling in a programme, tolls are billed via Pay By Mail at higher rates, and Avis will pass those charges to you along with administrative fees.

To avoid surprises, review the toll options with the Avis agent at pickup and decide which plan suits your Washington itinerary.

To pick up your Avis hire car in Washington, you must present the following physical documents at the counter:

• A valid, original driver’s licence in the main driver’s name
• A major credit card with the driver’s name printed on the card (debit and prepaid cards are not accepted for the excess)
• 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 United States)

If your driver’s licence uses a non-Latin alphabet, such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, or Cyrillic, you must also present an International Driving Permit (IDP) alongside your original licence. The IDP is a translation only and cannot be used without the original licence.

All documents must be physical originals. Digital copies shown on a phone or tablet are not accepted at the Avis counter in Washington. Name mismatches between your licence, passport, and credit card are a common cause of problems at pickup, so verify all names match before you travel.

Yes, all bookings made through Hola Car Rentals, including Avis hires in Washington, include Tolls Cashback of up to 5% of your total booking value for tolls paid during your hire.

Washington has several cashless toll roads where charges can add up quickly, including the SR 520 Bridge, the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, I-405 Express Toll Lanes, and the SR 509 Expressway. After your Avis hire in Washington ends, you can claim back a portion of what you paid in tolls.

To claim your Tolls Cashback:

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

Refunds are issued to the original payment method and typically process within 7 to 10 business days after approval. Claims submitted after 30 days are not accepted, so act promptly once your Washington hire is complete.

An International Driving Permit (IDP) is not required for most visitors renting from Avis in Washington, but there is one important exception: if your driver’s licence uses a non-Latin alphabet, such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, or Cyrillic script, an IDP is mandatory and must be presented alongside your original licence at the Avis counter.

The IDP is a translation document only. It is not a standalone licence and will not be accepted without the original. If you think you may need one, obtain it in your home country before travelling to Washington, as it cannot be issued abroad.

Visitors holding licences issued in English or by EU and EEA countries can generally rent from Avis in Washington using their foreign licence alone, though carrying a passport as secondary identification is always recommended. Always follow the specific requirements shown on your booking confirmation, as Avis counter rules and local Washington regulations govern at pickup.

Yes, one-way hires are available through Avis in Washington, allowing you to pick up in one city and return in another. For example, you can pick up at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and return in Bellevue, or pick up in Spokane and return in Seattle.

However, a drop-off fee may apply depending on the route, distance, and vehicle class. This fee is set by Avis and is route-specific. When booking through Hola Car Rentals, any applicable drop-off fee will be shown under the To Pay at Destination section during checkout, so you can see the cost before confirming your Washington hire.

A few things to keep in mind:

• The drop-off fee is separate from fuel, tolls, and taxes
• Changing your return location after booking may reprice the hire and recalculate the fee
• Cross-border one-way hires, such as Washington to Oregon or Canada, may be restricted or carry higher fees depending on Avis policy

Always verify the return location hours before your trip, as Avis city locations in Washington have more limited hours than the 24-hour airport counters at SEA and Spokane.

When you pick up your Avis hire in Washington, a temporary authorisation hold will be placed on your credit card as a security deposit. For standard vehicles hired in the United States, the typical hold is approximately US$300 to US$400, though the exact amount varies by Avis location, vehicle class, and season.

Important things to know about the deposit:

• The hold is not a charge. It temporarily reduces your available credit until Avis releases it after you return the vehicle
• Only a major credit card with the driver’s name printed on the card is accepted. Debit cards and prepaid cards are not accepted for the deposit at Avis counters in Washington
• Premium or speciality vehicles may require a higher hold amount
• After return, your bank controls when the hold disappears from your statement, which can take up to 15 business days

To avoid issues at the Avis counter in Washington, notify your bank of your travel plans in advance and confirm you have sufficient available credit to cover both the deposit and any expected charges.

Yes, Avis in Washington charges a young-renter surcharge for drivers aged 21 to 24. The minimum age to hire from Avis in Washington without an additional fee is 25.

Drivers between 21 and 24 years old can still hire from Avis in Washington, but a daily underage fee applies and most vehicle classes are restricted. Typically, only smaller categories such as Economy, Compact, Medium Sedan, Standard Sedan, Compact SUV, and Medium SUV are available to under-25 renters.

One important exception applies to travellers from Latin America and the Caribbean: certain Hola Car Rentals rates fulfilled by Avis waive the young-renter fee for the main driver aged 21 to 24, provided the waiver is explicitly shown on the booking confirmation and the vehicle belongs to an eligible category. This exception applies only to the main driver and only within U.S. territory, including Washington.

If you are under 25 and planning to hire from Avis in Washington, check your Hola Car Rentals confirmation carefully to see whether the underage fee is waived or listed as a charge payable at the counter.

Yes, most bookings made through Hola Car Rentals, including Avis hires in Washington, include Travel Assistance provided by Terrawind Global Protection. This benefit is particularly useful in Washington, where some routes, such as drives towards the Olympic Peninsula or eastern Washington, can take you far from urban services.

The Travel Assistance coverage typically includes:

• Travel insurance with medical cover for up to 5 passengers
• Legal assistance in the event of a road accident
• Compensation for luggage lost by the airline
• Flight cancellation insurance

To reach assistance 24 hours a day, 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 residents of the United States or Canada. It also does not cover damage to the Avis hire vehicle itself (that is handled by CDW/LDW) or third-party liability (covered by LIS/SLI). Always review the exact terms on your booking confirmation before your Washington trip.

Avis hires in Washington follow a Full-to-Full fuel policy by default. This means you receive the vehicle with a full tank and must return it full to avoid additional charges.

To avoid fuel fees on your Washington hire:

• Check the fuel gauge with the Avis agent at pickup and confirm the starting level is recorded on the hire agreement
• Take a photo of the dashboard showing the odometer and fuel gauge before leaving the lot
• Refuel within approximately 10 miles of the return location so the gauge does not drop before you arrive
• Keep your final fuel receipt as proof in case of any dispute

If you return the Avis vehicle in Washington with less fuel than recorded at pickup, you may be charged for the shortfall at the partner's refuelling rate, which is typically higher than the pump price, plus a service fee. For after-hours returns at locations like SEA or Spokane Airport, leave the receipt in the key envelope and keep a photo of the full gauge on your phone.

When hiring from Avis in Washington, two main types of cover are relevant to most renters:

• Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) or Loss Damage Waiver (LDW): reduces your financial liability for damage to the Avis hire vehicle from a collision, theft, or vandalism. A deductible may apply unless your confirmation shows zero excess. 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 Avis vehicle in Washington. Some U.S. states require a minimum level of liability, but not all do. Hola Car Rentals strongly recommends adding Liability Insurance Supplementary (up to US$300,000) to your Washington hire.

Washington state does not have a congestion charge or emissions zone, but its highways and bridges carry real risk of incidents, making adequate cover important. Check your Hola Car Rentals booking confirmation to see which protections are already included in your Avis rate and which are optional extras available at the counter.

Yes, you can add an additional driver to your Avis hire in Washington, but the additional driver must be present at the Avis counter at pickup with their own valid driver’s licence and any required identification.

Whether the additional driver fee is included or charged at the counter depends on your rate:

• If your Hola Car Rentals confirmation shows Additional Driver Free of Charge, the first extra driver is included at no cost
• If not included, Avis in Washington charges US$13 per hire day plus taxes, with a maximum cap of US$65 plus taxes

For Avis hires in Washington, additional drivers must generally be at least 25 years old. Drivers aged 21 to 24 may be denied or charged an underage fee depending on location rules.

Only drivers listed on the Avis hire agreement are covered by protections such as CDW/LDW and liability insurance. If someone not named on the contract drives the vehicle in Washington, cover may be void and additional charges could apply. Both the main driver and the additional driver must sign the hire agreement at the counter.

Avis counter hours at non-airport locations in Washington are more limited than the 24-hour service available at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Here are typical hours at key Washington city locations:

• Seattle Downtown (5th Ave): Monday to Wednesday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Thursday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Bellevue (640 116th Ave NE): Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
• Everett (Highway 99): Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Sunday 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
• Spokane Airport (GEG): Monday to Friday and Sunday 7:00 AM to 1:00 AM, Saturday 7:00 AM to 12:00 AM, with 24-hour drop-off

If you plan to pick up or return your Avis vehicle in Washington outside standard business hours, choose an airport location where possible. The grace period for late returns is typically 30 minutes, after which additional time charges and late fees may apply. Always confirm current hours on your booking confirmation before your Washington trip, as hours can change on public holidays.