National Car Rental
in Seattle

Hola Car Rentals is the only premium partner of the top car rental brands operating in Seattle, including National, 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 rental 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 National rental experience and peace of mind throughout your trip in Seattle.

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

National operates from the consolidated Sea-Tac Rental Car Facility, an off-site building located about 5 to 7 minutes from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport terminal by shuttle.

After collecting your bags, follow the purple and white Ground Transportation and Rental Car Shuttle signs on the lower level to doors 15 (south end, near international arrivals) or doors 1 and 2 (north end, near Alaska Airlines). Cross to shuttle islands 1A or 1E and board the free dedicated rental car shuttle. Shuttles run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with departures every 3 to 5 minutes at peak times, and all vehicles are lift-accessible.

Once inside the Rental Car Facility lobby, check the directory for the National floor, take the escalator or elevator to the correct level, and present your driver's license, credit card, and reservation confirmation at the National counter. Your vehicle will be located on-site within the same building.

Allow 30 to 60 minutes total from landing to driving away, accounting for baggage claim, the shuttle ride, and counter processing. During peak hours or late-night arrivals, add extra time.

Returning your National rental car at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport follows a straightforward process using the same consolidated Rental Car Facility where you picked up the vehicle.

• From the highway, follow the Rental Car Return signs from SR-518 to reach the facility.
• Drive to the designated National return area inside the building and hand over the keys to an agent.
• After drop-off, take the 24-hour return shuttle from the facility back to the terminal. The shuttle stop is on the opposite side of the building from the pickup area, near the spinning circles on the upper level, and drops passengers at the north and south terminal islands.

Before returning, refuel within roughly 10 miles of the Seattle facility to comply with the Full-to-Full fuel policy. Keep your fuel receipt as proof in case a charge appears on your statement. If you return the National vehicle below the recorded fuel level, the partner may apply a refueling charge plus a service fee at rates higher than the pump price.

For after-hours returns, follow any posted key-drop instructions at the National counter area and photograph the fuel gauge and odometer before leaving the vehicle.

Yes, National charges tolls separately in Seattle. Washington state uses a fully cashless electronic tolling system called Good To Go!, managed by the Washington State Department of Transportation. There are no cash toll booths on Seattle-area roads.

Common tolled routes near Seattle include:

• SR 520 Bridge (Seattle to Bellevue): US$3.25 to US$6.30 for a standard 2-axle vehicle
• Tacoma Narrows Bridge (SR 16, Tacoma to Gig Harbor): US$5.25 to US$7.25
• I-405 Express Toll Lanes: up to US$18 each way at peak times
• SR 509 Expressway: US$1.20 to US$2.40, with Pay By Mail adding US$3.00

Your National rental vehicle comes equipped with an electronic toll device. At the counter you can choose an unlimited toll package (typically US$11 to US$25 per day, depending on the partner and location) or pay per use. If you opt out, National will bill actual tolls plus administrative processing fees to your credit card, sometimes weeks after the rental ends.

All Hola Car Rentals bookings include Tolls Cashback, which reimburses up to 5% of your total booking value for tolls paid during your Seattle rental. Submit your claim within 30 days of returning the vehicle.

Yes, every Hola Car Rentals booking, including National rentals in Seattle, includes Tolls Cashback of up to 5% of your total booking value for tolls paid during the rental period.

Seattle-area roads use the Good To Go! cashless system, so tolls on routes like the SR 520 Bridge, the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, and the I-405 Express Toll Lanes will appear on your rental invoice or toll statement. Those charges are eligible for the cashback claim.

To claim your refund after returning the National vehicle:

• Email [email protected] with the subject line: Tolls Cashback - HOLA followed by your confirmation number
• Attach your Hola Car Rentals reservation confirmation, the signed rental agreement, and a receipt or statement showing the toll charges
• Include your full name, travel dates, and the last 4 digits of the card used for the booking
• Submit within 30 days of vehicle return; late submissions are not accepted

Refunds are issued to the original payment method and typically process within 7 to 10 business days after approval. The cashback covers the lesser of the actual tolls paid or 5% of your booking total.

To collect your National rental car in Seattle, you must present the following physical documents at the counter:

• Your original, unexpired driver's license 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 (required for visitors traveling from abroad)

If your driver's license 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. For licenses in other non-English scripts, an IDP is strongly recommended. The IDP is a translation only and must be carried alongside your original license.

All documents must be physical originals. Digital copies shown on a phone or tablet are not accepted at the National counter in Seattle or at any other location.

Debit and prepaid cards are not accepted for the security deposit hold. Bring a backup credit card in your name in case your primary card is declined.

When picking up your National rental car in Seattle, the counter will place a temporary authorization hold on your credit card. For standard vehicles rented in the United States, this hold is typically around US$300 to US$400, though the exact amount varies by vehicle class, rental location, and season.

Important points to keep in mind:

• The hold is not a charge. It temporarily reduces your available credit until your bank releases it after the rental ends.
• Premium or specialty vehicles may carry a higher hold amount.
• Only a major credit card with the driver's name printed on the physical card is accepted. Debit cards, prepaid cards, and virtual cards are not accepted for the deposit at the National counter in Seattle.
• After you return the vehicle, the National partner releases the hold, but your bank controls when it reappears in your available balance, which can take up to 15 business days.

Notify your bank of your travel plans before arriving in Seattle to prevent the authorization from being flagged as suspicious. Bringing a backup credit card in your name is also recommended in case your primary card is declined.

Yes, you can add an additional driver to your National rental in Seattle, but the additional driver must be physically present at the counter at the time of pickup with a valid driver's license.

For National rentals in Seattle, the additional driver fee is US$15 per day plus applicable taxes. However, if your Hola Car Rentals confirmation explicitly states that an additional driver is included at no charge, no fee applies for the first extra driver.

Requirements for adding a driver at the National counter in Seattle:

• The additional driver must appear in person and sign the rental agreement
• They must present a valid driver's license and meet the same age and document requirements as the main driver
• If their license uses a non-Latin alphabet, an International Driving Permit is also required

Only drivers listed on the National rental agreement are covered by protections such as CDW/LDW and liability coverage. Anyone who drives the vehicle without being named on the contract may void those protections entirely.

If you need to add a driver after leaving the Seattle pickup location, you must visit a National branch in person to update the agreement.

Yes, drivers under 25 years old are subject to a young driver surcharge when renting from National in Seattle. In Washington state, the minimum rental age is 21, and drivers aged 21 to 24 pay an additional daily fee on top of the base rental rate.

For National rentals in Seattle, the young driver surcharge is US$15 per day plus applicable taxes. This fee is paid at the counter and is not included in your prepaid booking total.

Additional restrictions that apply to under-25 renters at the National counter in Seattle:

• Most premium, full-size, luxury, SUV, minivan, and convertible vehicle classes are restricted to drivers 25 and older
• Economy, compact, and intermediate categories are generally available to younger renters
• The surcharge applies to both the main driver and any additional driver under 25

Drivers 25 and older are not subject to any age-related surcharge at the National counter in Seattle. If you are unsure whether your selected vehicle class is available for your age group, contact customer service before booking.

Most Hola Car Rentals bookings, including National rentals in Seattle, include travel assistance coverage provided by Terrawind Global Protection at no extra cost. This benefit is designed for situations such as a medical emergency on a Seattle highway, a breakdown in a remote area outside the city, or a flight cancellation affecting your trip.

Core benefits typically included:

• Travel and medical coverage for up to 5 passengers per event
• Legal assistance in the event of a road accident
• Compensation for baggage lost by the airline
• Flight cancellation insurance

To reach the assistance team 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, call +1 888 980 9992 (toll-free) or contact them via WhatsApp at +1 208 910 1001. Have your Hola Car Rentals confirmation number ready when you call.

Important: this travel assistance benefit does not apply to residents of the United States or Canada. It also does not cover damage to the National rental vehicle itself (that is handled by CDW/LDW) or third-party liability (covered by LIS/SLI). Pre-existing medical conditions are excluded. Always review your booking confirmation for the exact terms and coverage limits that apply to your Seattle rental.

Whether collision damage coverage is included in your National rental in Seattle depends on the rate plan selected when booking through Hola Car Rentals. Check your booking confirmation for a line item labeled Car Rental Insurance or CDW/LDW to confirm whether it is included and whether a deductible applies.

CDW/LDW reduces your financial liability for damage to the National rental vehicle caused by a collision, theft, or vandalism. Key points to understand:

• A deductible or excess may still apply unless your confirmation explicitly states zero deductible
• Coverage applies only to drivers named on the National rental agreement in Seattle
• Common exclusions include tires, undercarriage, roof damage, keys, and damage caused by prohibited use such as off-road driving or driving under the influence
• CDW/LDW does not cover injuries to other people or damage to other vehicles. For that, you need third-party liability coverage (LIS/SLI)

At the National counter in Seattle, review the rental agreement carefully before signing to confirm that CDW/LDW is active and to note the exact deductible amount. If an incident occurs during your Seattle rental, report it to National immediately using the number on your confirmation.

An International Driving Permit (IDP) is mandatory for your National rental in Seattle if your driver's license uses a non-Latin alphabet, such as Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, or Cyrillic script. In that case, you must carry both the IDP and your original license at all times.

If your license is in English or uses a Latin alphabet, an IDP is not required but is recommended as a precaution, since individual rental partners and counter agents may request one.

Key rules to remember:

• The IDP is a translation document only. It is not a standalone license and will not be accepted without your original license
• You must obtain the IDP in your home country before traveling to Seattle. U.S. organizations such as AAA do not issue IDPs to holders of non-U.S. licenses
• All documents presented at the National counter in Seattle must be physical originals. Digital versions are not accepted
• Additional drivers added to the National agreement in Seattle must meet the same document requirements as the main driver

If you are unsure whether your license qualifies, obtain an IDP before your trip to avoid any issues at the National pickup counter in Seattle.

Yes, Seattle's road layout can be disorienting for first-time drivers, and it is worth understanding a few local quirks before leaving the National rental counter.

Key things to know about driving in Seattle:

• Downtown Seattle uses a rotated street grid that does not align with true north or south. Streets run at angles of roughly 32 to 49 degrees off cardinal directions, which can make GPS directions feel counterintuitive
• One-way streets are widespread throughout downtown, Pioneer Square, Belltown, and other central neighborhoods. Reversals of some one-ways for traffic calming have been introduced in recent years, so always follow current GPS guidance
• No single non-freeway street runs uninterrupted across the city due to hills, the Duwamish River, Lake Washington Ship Canal, and four intra-city lakes
• Interstate 5 through downtown Seattle has an unusually high number of left-side exits and merges that can surprise drivers unfamiliar with the route
• Pedestrians have strong legal priority in many zones, and bus and light rail lanes can narrow available driving space unexpectedly

Using a GPS or navigation app is strongly recommended for your National rental in Seattle, especially when driving through the downtown core or navigating between neighborhoods separated by water or hills.

Yes, one-way rentals are generally available with National in Seattle, but a drop-off fee may apply depending on the return location, vehicle class, and route distance.

How one-way fees work for National rentals originating in Seattle:

• Returning to a different city or airport in Washington state or another state typically triggers a drop-off fee
• The fee varies by route, season, and vehicle class. Premium and large SUV categories often carry higher repositioning fees
• Same-city returns, such as picking up at Seattle-Tacoma Airport and dropping off at a downtown Seattle National location, may not incur a drop-off fee
• Cross-border one-way rentals, such as returning the vehicle in Canada, may be restricted or require prior authorization from National

The drop-off fee, if applicable, is listed under the To Pay at Destination section during the Hola Car Rentals booking process and on your confirmation. It cannot be prepaid and is settled directly with National at the counter or upon return.

If you need to change your return location after booking your Seattle National rental, contact support as soon as possible, since route changes can reprice the entire reservation and may affect availability.