Flying into Boston raises a classic question: collect the vehicle at Logan (BOS) or wait and pick up in Back Bay? Between airport facility fees, tunnel tolls, and downtown parking, the right choice depends on your itinerary. Here’s how to compare apples to apples.
First, price the airport side. With Hola Car Rentals you can secure car rental at BOS with clear, no‑surprise totals—ideal if your flight lands late or you’re heading straight to Cape Ann or the South Shore.
Why BOS can cost more up front
Airports typically add facility and concession fees, lifting the sticker price. That can be offset by the time you save and the bigger fleet on site—vital during busy weekends and university move‑ins.
When Back Bay makes sense
If you’ll enjoy a couple of car‑free days riding the T around Copley Square and the Seaport, collecting later downtown can reduce the number of rental days. Do add the cost and time of getting from Logan to your hotel when comparing.
How to compare fairly
- Search identical pickup/return times and classes.
- Include airport‑to‑hotel transport in a downtown quote.
- Consider hotel parking and Sunday street rules if you’ll keep the vehicle overnight.
Families often lean toward extra seats. Check Boston minivan rates, or browse a familiar counter like Hertz at BOS or Avis Boston to compare inventory and hours.
Hola Car Rentals keeps the decision easy with Free Cancellation up to 48 hours before pick‑up, All‑Inclusive+ protection, and optional liability up to $300,000 on selected itineraries. Prefer British phrasing? View the same inventory under car hire and confirm which location gives you the best total.
Bottom line: BOS is unbeatable for late arrivals, early departures, and widest selection; Back Bay works when you’ll rely on the T for a couple of days and only need wheels for a Cape Cod or New Hampshire run. Compare both with Hola Car Rentals, then lock the smart choice.
