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Reviews for Budget in Los Angeles
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" and helpful."(in 1394 reviews)
"Great price, very ."(in 3750 reviews)
" and fast."(in 1394 reviews)
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"Terrible as well"(in 355 reviews)
"Will Budget again!"(in 252 reviews)
"Will Budget again."(in 252 reviews)
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2.0
Terrible customer service. The car was dirty,bad smell inside and older.Reviewed Nov 5 2024
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2.0
I had to wait 2 hours in line to pick my car up. Unacceptable. Signed up for a Tesla. None in stock. Created charging problems. Return staff was rude. Incredibly disappointing experience.Reviewed Oct 12 2024
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2.0
A terrible experience. Had to wait 2+ hours for my car and was charged with tons of hidden fees. I was told that I would get an upgrade. I never did. I hated the experience and it wasn’t safeReviewed Oct 10 2024
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2.0
Terribly long wait lines, nearly 2 hours !Reviewed Sep 18 2024
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2.0
Ghost charges. What is Non Taxable charges? The reservation was for about $600 as it turns out it was about $300 more.Reviewed Sep 3 2024
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6.0
We reserved a car for about $270, but when we got there, they changed our car and the total ended up being $555. I understand there’s taxes and fees but the website isn’t transparent about that.Reviewed Aug 19 2024
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2.0
Picking up the car took over an hour despite having a reservation, the line was just wrapped around the building, and only one person was allowed inside per reservation. The issue is that everyone forgot to bring in their partners license to add them as a second driver, so they had to go back outside to get it which took a lot of extra time. I was also charged for an 1/8 of a tank of gas despite having filled the entire tank up a few blocks away. No one wanted to see our receipt for gas at all.Reviewed Aug 19 2024
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4.0
the wait at pick up was more than an hour. there was no help either online or in person with the peculiarites of renting a Tesla. Like how to charge itReviewed Aug 16 2024
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2.0
Exceptionally long line to get the car and up charges versus stated price. Car itself was fineReviewed Jul 29 2024
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8.0
The budget staff, car, and service were all good. However, the long wait made it very difficult in the heat. It took one and a half hours to get the car. There were so many people waiting that I thought they would run out of cars.Reviewed Jul 6 2024
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6.0
I waited nearly 1 hour to be picked up by the airport shuttle. Everything else went fine, but watching other rental company shuttles go by two or three times while I was waiting was disappointing. Particularly since my flight got in after midnight.Reviewed Jul 3 2024
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6.0
My rating are low because the pick up process was really below par from a customer service perspective. I would anticipate knowing the bookings for the day that one know what staffing to have. Not only were they short of people, the employees took their breaks as the lines kept growing. The total time per customer was very long in some instances and folks just appeared frustrated. After an hour and a half of waiting when I picked my car it gave me an indication that the oil needed to be changed. Lack of attention to derails - either the car should have been serviced or the oil sensor should have been reset. Low viscosity oil can cause engines to overheat. Bot something you want as a customer.Reviewed Jun 25 2024
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Where can I find Budget car rentals in Los Angeles?
800 North Alameda Street
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800 North Alameda StreetHours
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+1 213 617 2977Address
1333 N Highland AveHours
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+1 323 460 2175Address
9775 Airport BoulevardHours
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+1 310 642 4500Address
7521 Lankershim BoulevardHours
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+1 818 980 1500Address
3600 Wilshire BoulevardHours
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+1 213 381 2813Address
888 South Figueroa StreetHours
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+1 213 553 8867Address
9545 Reseda Boulevard Unit 5Hours
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+1 818 576 9590Address
11656 Ventura BoulevardHours
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+1 818 761 1383Address
647 Mateo StreetHours
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+1 213 328 6380Address
1234 Westwood BoulevardHours
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+1 310 446 4192Address
19228 Ventura BoulevardHours
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+1 818 345 1160Address
11901 Santa Monica BoulevardHours
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+1 310 914 7702Address
700 West 7th Street, Ste A 200Hours
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+1 626 642 9622Good to know
Most popular location | 9775 Airport Boulevard |
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Most popular car type | Intermediate |
Average price | 146 ﷼/day |
Good deal | 128 ﷼/day |
Top tips for renting a car from Budget in Los Angeles
- When you choose to book Budget car hire in Los Angeles, you will have a wide variety of rental agency locations to choose from including inner city locations and the most convenient (if you are flying in) at Los Angeles Airport. It is always advisable to book your rental car in advance so you can choose the best pick-up locations and ensure you get the car you want as certain locations will be busy and you might not get the car you desire.
- Making the right decision on your brand and category of car when you book Budget car hire in Los Angeles will depend on the type of trip you are planning on. Budget have a wide fleet range of cars for your needs starting from compact cars for short trips right up to family vans for long-distance travel. If you are flying in for a business trip, then choose from one of the luxury brands. Budget car hire has a rental for your budget and your needs.
- If you are travelling to L.A. to explore the bustling beach walks and piers of Venice Beach, then if you book Budget car hire in Los Angeles at the 1027 Broadway, Santa Monica branch, you are only around a 12-min drive to the main beaches. This is the most convenient location if you have booked a hotel near the promenade and want to experience real Los Angeles beach life without putting too much mileage on your rental car.
- When driving in Los Angeles, the traffic can get very congested, so in order to be fuel-wise follow these tips when you book Budget car hire in Los Angeles. Stick to the speed limit; alternatively, driving slower speeds reduces your fuel usage. Try to avoid peak hour traffic where you might need to be stopping and starting and breaking, as this also burns up fuel unnecessarily. When purchasing your car rental use the Full-To-Full fuel policy so you are responsible for filling up the car when you return it and wont be charged the extra amounts that Budget might add on as an extra service.
- 25% of our users found rental cars from Budget in Los Angeles for 128 ﷼ or less.
- Economy rental cars from Budget in Los Angeles are around 84% cheaper than other car types, on average.
FAQs about renting a car from Budget in Los Angeles
Why should I choose Budget car hire in Los Angeles?
There are over 13 different Budget car hire offices around Los Angeles and so you are spoilt for choice on where you choose to pick up your car. If you have booked a hotel then simply Google which car rental office will be most convenient for you to pick up from. This variety of Budget offices also makes it convenient if you explore and want to drop off your car at a Budget office across town.
Can I return my car after-hours with Budget car hire in Los Angeles?
As there are many different locations to book Budget car hire in Los Angeles, depending on which location you choose, it is best to find out what the after-hours returns policies are. Most of the inner city Budget rental offices open from around 7 am and close at 5pm. The Budget rental on 700 W 7th St is open 24 hours if you want to drop off your car at anytime. At the airport you will find a dropbox for your keys so you can drop off at any time convenient to you.
Does Budget car hire offer free roadside assistance?
You will need to purchase extra roadside assistance in case of any issues you might have, which differs at each car hire location you choose and what services you need. This reasonable rate will cover you for assistance like jump starts, locksmith assistance if you lock your keys inside the vehicle, flat tyre assistance, fuel delivery and full towing options. This might be worth the extra assurance in a foreign city.
How much does it cost to rent a car from Budget in Los Angeles?
On average a rental car from Budget in Los Angeles costs 146 ﷼ per day.
What is the most popular rental car from Budget in Los Angeles?
Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type from Budget in Los Angeles.
How many car rental locations does Budget have in Los Angeles?
Budget has 13 rental locations in Los Angeles. Take a look at our Budget rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
Does Budget have a car rental location at the airport: Los Angeles airport (LAX)?
Yes
Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Los Angeles airport (LAX)?
Yes