Book National car hires at Melbourne Essendon Airport
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Driver's age: 25-65
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10.0
I was uncomfortable leaving my rental car outside the compound because it was locked on Sunday. So I had to leave the car on a public street. They also told me I would be responsible for any damage at that time. I also had choice to leave at airport but was totally a to inconvenience for me as that’s why I picked this locationReviewed 8 Oct 2026
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10.0
Fastest rental car pick-up ever - and very friendly and helpful.Reviewed 25 Sept 2026
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10.0
Ease of reservation, pickup, and drop off. Great service throughout.Reviewed 24 Sept 2026
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10.0
The fellow who I rented from was very helpful and professional. Probably the best car rental experience I’ve had.Reviewed 16 Sept 2026
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8.0
My experience with the staff and customer service was great. The vehicle was a bit dirty although I know they rushed the cleaning to get it to me since I was picking it up at 11pm and the other truck they had for me the keys were missing. The truck itself was pretty basic. Considering the price it was rented for I assumed it would be a higher trim level. Most other rentals I’ve gotten from national or other rental providers tend to be higher trim but over all it got the job done and the ease of pick up and drop off was excellent. I never got a follow up email as to the close out or credit though as the vehicle was returned 2 days early.Reviewed 15 Sept 2026
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10.0
Great customer service. We had several delays, and I was always able to talk to a person to make us feel confident that everything was still in place and ready for our family. We had a nearly brand new vehicle. Our contract was a long contract so it had to be split up. The second contract changed the price to be more than we had booked it for, but after contacting National and explaining, after minimal emails they corrected the price to match what we booked it for. It was a great experience!Reviewed 31 Aug 2026
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6.0
Wanted ford focus but got citreon c3. Had a square steering wheel that I didn’t like and the speed warning on it was rubbish so beeping a lot. It would be saying speed limit is 50 when it was motorway and 70. When I got home the street before mine is 30, the car said 60. RubbishReviewed 25 Aug 2026
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10.0
Great service and great price!Reviewed 14 Aug 2026
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8.0
ExcellentReviewed 11 Aug 2026
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10.0
Customer service terrific-great car!!Reviewed 5 Aug 2026
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10.0
Peyton at the manistee location was very professional and helpfulReviewed 30 July 2026
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10.0
Great customer service, great, clean car.Reviewed 24 July 2026
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