Cheap Car Rentals in Waterloo, IA

Waterloo, IA, United States

3 Feb — 10 Feb

Same drop-off

Fri 3/2

Noon

Fri 10/2

Noon

Driver's age:

26-65Other

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Waterloo?

January

C$ 76

February

C$ 65

March

C$ 100

April

C$ 86

May

C$ 92

June

C$ 89

July

C$ 128

August

C$ 128

September

C$ 81

October

C$ 96

November

C$ 109

December

C$ 77

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Waterloo is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Top rental agencies in Waterloo, IA

All major car rental suppliers in Waterloo, IA

Hertz

6.8

Okay

34 reviews•3 locations

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Overview

Recent reviews

10.0

Wonderful|Jul. 2022

It was really good store manager change my drop off point so I didn’t have to go downtown and catch a cab to the airport with no extra charge he was really good pay for a tank of gas ahead of time but he knew it was only half full so he didn’t charge me for a whole tank trade me for a half a tank very accommodating

2.0

Poor|Apr. 2022

When this rental was booked I was supposed to be able to pick up the car at the Hertz rental at the airport. When I got there the agent at the rental dept told me that the rental had been booked at Hertz downtown C. Rapids and, "we're sorry but they're closed for the day." The only way I could get a rental was to do a whole NEW rental. The pre-paid rental money would be lost. I was stuck and had to get a new rental. The whole experience was terrible.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar. 2022

Friendly

10.0

Wonderful|Jan. 2022

The building is a dump, but the service was good, the car was clean, and it was quick and easy.

1.9

Poor|Sep. 2021

We had to take a 14 mile taxi ride from the airport to pick up the car at the Cedar Rapids location despite making the reservation using the CID airport code. A $45 cab ride one way. This was apparently a common deception according to the Hertz folks when reservations were made by Priceline. According to them the number of customers this happened to was in the triple digits. Beware. There was probably some fine print that over a hundred former Kayak/Priceline customers missed. This was a deliberate deception. Hertz did a solid recovery job for us but still.....

10.0

Wonderful|Aug. 2021

This neighborhood rental was just as good as renting from an airport location. I was delayed in arriving in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. I called ahead to let them know that I may not get there until after they close and they told me to call when I got in town indicating they were prepared to accommodate me even if it meant staying a little longer that day. The value was very good.

1 out of 12

Enterprise

9.7

Wonderful

13 reviews•3 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Apr. 2021

The car was clean and nicer than I had requested. Changes to reservation went smooth. No hidden fees. Excellent.

I could not have asked for more.

10.0

Wonderful|Jul. 2019

This was my first experience with Enterprise I was very satisfied Duke was very friendly and helpful I will definitely be back and tell my friends about you guys

10.0

Wonderful|Jun. 2019

Great staff

None

10.0

Wonderful|Apr. 2019

Very friendly and helpful during a stressful time!!! Thank you!

10.0

Wonderful|Jul. 2018

The staff members were more than helpful, courteous and accommodating! They made the rental experience super easy and pleasant from pick up to drop off .. and even a thank you phone call to me after I had left the state!

10.0

Wonderful|Jul. 2018

The car we rented was available in 30 minutes. We were given option of waiting or taking an upgraded vehicle. Staff was friendly. Nice hand off on car, showing all features and how to use them.

1 out of 5

Budget

6.2

Okay

20 reviews•2 locations

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2.0

Poor|Jun. 2022

I thought I had the car rented for 7:30AM - but did not get there until 8:09. The counter gal pulled up aside of me with the same car I rented while I was sitting there - shortly after 8AM. As there was no one at the counter, the sign said to call a number which I did. Whoever answered told me they had been trying to call me at my cell number. The phone was laying on the seat beside me, and there was no call history regarding these 'calls'. He told me the car wouldn't be available until 10AM, or later...even though it obviously was sitting there. I needed to be in OKC that day - then let it sit for 2.5hrs. Obvious they didn't wash it - because it was dirty when I got in it. No clue what was going on with it. I even drove to Enterprise in-between. Had they had a car, I would have been gone, and the car could have just sat there. But they didn't. The last time I rented from the airport, the guy was pissed I rented off the NET at a lower price, and instead of giving me the car I rented - which would have been a Camry, he decided I needed to drive a Nissan about the size of a butter box. I also was going to OKC at that time. I drove it. No clue how the motor stayed in it - but I drove it. Figured if I blew it up, at least I would have gotten what I wanted in the first place. I will try my best never to rent from Waterloo Airport again. This is just bullshit.

2.0

Poor|Jun. 2022

I don’t like their rental policy and their rental car

10.0

Wonderful|Mar. 2022

Fairly convenient location, nice staff, easy pickup and drop-off no hassle

1.9

Poor|Aug. 2021

There number at office go’s to vm and no check out to mark cars damage. I booked it before but it was not ready when I got there had to come back the next day. Horrible experience. I’ll only use enterprise like I should have.

1.9

Poor|Jul. 2021

Charged an extra 200$

3.9

Poor|Jul. 2021

Miscommunication, reserved a car in town and it was closed by the time we arrived at 4:00 PM. Had to UBER to and from the airport cost $60.00 total. Had to rent a car from the airport which was $350.00 more than what was reserved. Very disappointing that when making the reservation no one told us about them closing at 4:00 PM the same time our flight landed

1 out of 7

Avis

6.0

Okay

5 reviews•1 location

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2.0

Poor|Feb. 2022

Kayak/Avis let me book a rental car online but they didn’t have any in stock. Flew to the airport and was stranded there. Not happy

10.0

Wonderful|Oct. 2017

The car ran very smooth for 9 hours to Oklahoma. Value for the money was pretty good.

6.0

Okay|Sep. 2017

The Car

No water in the recipient of the vehicle

5.6

Fair|Jun. 2017

We expected a Ford Escape but received a Nissan Murano. Very nice vehicle for our trip.

The previous renter smoked in the car even tho they have a non-smoking policy. The car was not detailed and had gunk in the cup holders, etc. The insurance was horrid - $30 extra per day. We paid a few dollars more than what Kayak said, but the insurance was a joke. I'll never rent from Avis again ever.

7.2

Good|Mar. 2016

Nice car, good mileage

over $200.00 for a one day rental. Mediocre stereo

1 out of 2

Easirent

1 location

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Car Rental FAQs

Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Waterloo?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (10.0 rating), Enterprise (9.6 rating) and Avis (6.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Waterloo.

What are gas prices like in Waterloo?

The average gas price in Waterloo is C$ 1.29/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 58 and C$ 83 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Waterloo for a week from Budget?

Budget is one of the most popular car rental companies in Waterloo, offering car rentals for around C$ 750 per week on average.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Waterloo for the best price?

Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 26% on your car rental. For a below average price in Waterloo, Cheapflights recommends booking your car rental at least 90 days in advance.