Book Hertz hire cars in Washington, D.C.

• Where can I pick up Hertz car rentals in Washington, D.C.?

  If you are flying into Washington, you may land at the Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), the Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), or the Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). Each of these airports has a Hertz car rental counter. You can also find three other Hertz agencies located in Washington, D.C., north and northeast of the heart of the city.

• Do Hertz car rentals in Washington, D.C., have add-ons available?

  Hertz car rentals in Washington, D.C., can help you out if you need to add accessories to your car rental contract. If you will be traveling with small kids in Washington, D.C., let your pick-up agency know that you will need child safety seats. Hertz car rentals in Washington, D.C., can also provide you with a hands-free navigation GPS device, which will be helpful as you make your way through the city. You can also add on extra insurance protection as well as Sirius XM radio.

• What speed limits will I have to observe while driving Hertz car rentals in Washington, D.C.?

  The maximum speed on highways and interstates through Washington, D.C., is 55 miles per hour. Most roads within the city of Washington, D.C., have a speed limit of 25 mph unless otherwise posted. Alleys and school zones both have a speed limit of 15 miles per hour. 

• What is the most popular car hire from Hertz in Washington, D.C.?

  Medium hire cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are the most frequently booked hire car types from Hertz in Washington, D.C..

• How many car hire locations does Hertz have in Washington, D.C.?

  Hertz has 6 hire locations in Washington, D.C.. Take a look at our Hertz hire location map to find the best car hire near you.

• Does Hertz have a car hire location at the airport: Dulles Intl airport (IAD)?

  Yes

• Does Hertz offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Dulles Intl airport (IAD)?

  Yes

• Does Hertz have a car hire location at the airport: Baltimore/Washington airport (BWI)?

  Yes

• Does Hertz offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Baltimore/Washington airport (BWI)?

  Yes

• Does Hertz have a car hire location at the airport: Reagan-National airport (DCA)?

  Yes

• Does Hertz offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Reagan-National airport (DCA)?

  Yes

Reviews for Hertz in Washington, D.C.

Recent reviews

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Wonderful

33

Very Good

17

Good

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Okay

13

Fair

0

Mediocre

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6.0

The Kia assigned had a malfunction of the air conditioning system that likely had been noticed by an employee during cleaning. When I called the Hertz location, I got no answer multiple times. I then called another local Hertz that was actually closer at that moment and the same thing, no answer multiple times. I drove to that second location and they swapped the vehicle for the only thing they had available, a Jeep Wrangler. Much worse fuel, mileage, and noisier, but at least it worked. It had not been cleaned up at all and had around 3/4 of a tank of fuel. When I returned it, I noted the experience with the kind & concerned staff member (in another city,) and she kindly credited a good portion of the rental for all the mishaps, which I very much appreciated.Reviewed 6 Jun 2026

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6.0

Hertz was the only company available that had one way rentals that worked for me. There was a mixup when I picked up the vehicle, which took time to resolve,Reviewed 22 May 2026

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10.0

Easy and quick.Reviewed 15 May 2026

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2.0

3 hour delay getting the car despite a reservation and checking in online. Ridiculous overbooking which is entirely the fault of Hertz. Terrible customer service trying to return the car (missed drop off window because of previous delay). Inconsistent information about return location and processes.Reviewed 15 Apr 2026

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2.0

Reserved car. Got there and they had no car. Other customers had the same complaint. They overbookedReviewed 22 Feb 2026

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2.0

Reserved a car on the app, went to pick it up at Union Station (in sub-zero temperatures of Washington DC) and they told us they had no cars. We were told this happens all the time. How is this permitted to continue?Reviewed 16 Feb 2026

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2.0

Hertz did not have a 12-passenger van available at reservation date/time. I had eight family members, two in car seats, waiting to be picked up at 9:00 am, and I was told to leave and to return at noon to see if a van had become available. Then, they changed to “we’ll call you when one becomes available”. Offered a minivan or a Suburban in lieu, even though I told them I had nine passengers. Did not seek a van from another location. Said they could not refund me because I had pre-paid. Found another rental agency with a 12-passenger van at IAD and paid a premium for the rental, but wasn’t going to make my family wait until Hertz bothered to find a van. Complete ripoff, dishonest agency.Reviewed 8 Dec 2025

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4.0

Person at counter was unclear about getting a transponder. I asked him if only certain lanes required a transponder and he didn't reply. The Jeep got terrible fuel economy and had a small rear cargo space for such a big car. There was insufficient signage to understand where to park the car to return it.Reviewed 23 Oct 2025

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2.0

Website made it seem like I would be able to rent with a debit card at the desk, but I was refused a vehicle. Nobody could explain to me why this policy exists.Reviewed 10 Aug 2025

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2.0

Very Disappointing!! Huge waste of time and energy Requested REFUND, but I’m still getting charged, can anyone assist??Reviewed 11 Jul 2025

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2.0

They tried to cancel or adjust my reservation the same day, two hours before the pick up time. I requested a 12 seat van and after i pre-checked in 2 days before (through their website) a manager caled me 2 hours before my reservation letting me know that they do not have the vehicle in stock.Reviewed 30 Jun 2025

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2.0

i tried to cancel, went back n forth, voicemail was full, and then ended getting charged for the rental.Reviewed 20 Apr 2025

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