Car hire in University Heights (San Diego)

Driver's age: 26-65

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Cheap car hire in University Heights (San Diego)

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Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
M
$66/day
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GMC Yukon car
GMC Yukon
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
M
$229/day
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Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
M
$58/day
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Hyundai Santa Fe car
Hyundai Santa Fe
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$108/day
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Most popular agency

Hertz

Most popular car type

Intermediate

Average price

$89/day

Good deal

$73/day

When to book a rental car in University Heights, San Diego

Average daily price per month
Car hire prices as pick-up date approaches

Top tips for renting a car in University Heights, San Diego

  • 25% of our users found rental cars in University Heights for $73 or less.
  • Book your rental car in University Heights at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
  • Economy rental cars in University Heights are around 41% cheaper than other car types, on average.
  • February is typically the cheapest month to rent a car in University Heights, with prices around $53/day. November, in contrast, is often the most costly month, with an average of $88/day.
  • If you’re looking to save money and don’t mind renting a car in another neighborhood in San Diego, look for deals in Little Italy, where daily prices are around $50/day, or Marina (average of $51/day).

FAQs about hiring a car in University Heights (San Diego)

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in University Heights?

    On average a car hire in University Heights costs $89 per day.

  • Is car hire cheaper in other San Diego neighbourhoods?

    Yes. Based on our information, DOLLAR in Midtown is the cheapest car hire location in San Diego. It is located at 3355 Admiral Boland Way.

  • What is the best car hire company in University Heights?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire in University Heights is ENTERPRISE (8.7, 7 reviews).

  • How can I find car hires near me in University Heights?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • What is the most popular hire car type in University Heights?

    Intermediate is the most frequently booked hire car type in University Heights.

  • How much does a Intermediate car hire cost in University Heights?

    A Intermediate car hire in University Heights costs $62 per day, on average.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in University Heights?

    On average a hire car in University Heights costs $620 per week ($89 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in University Heights?

    On average a hire car in University Heights costs $2,657 per month ($89 per day).

University Heights (San Diego) car hire reviews and directory

 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.5

Good

Read 7 reviews
Best rated

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.4

Value for money

7.3

2 locations in University Heights

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Locations in University Heights (San Diego)

1333 Camino Del Rio South

+1 619 260 1505

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00
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950 Hotel Circle North

+1 619 296 7493

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Rafael, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes

Cons:

All fine

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

great staff, great service

9.6 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Car was what we needed and had great safety features.

Cons:

Pick up was slow. You had to wait outside and hope someone in the office would see you. Maybe adding a door bell/buzzer would help speed up the process.

1 out of 3

Budget

6.5

Okay

Read 7 reviews

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

6.6

One location in University Heights

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500 Hotel Circle North

+1 619 220 0294

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday08:00 - 17:30
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2022

KAYAK
Horrible service/ experience. Why no one called when I was Uber to get my car they were all out. They didn’t even cancel my rental. I still had to do it even though they didn’t had the van. Please consider other car rentals.

2.0 Poor

Evelyn, Sept 2022

KAYAK
The car was filthy! Dirty, dusty, full of food crumbs, and terrible smell! My return time was 10am. I arrived by 10:30 and they charged me for an extra day no matter how I argued the issue! By the end I just wanted to leave! But an absolute racket! And then they wanted to charge me an airport fee when we are not at the airport and it’s just a scam! Do not rent from either Budget or Avis at this location!

1 out of 3

Avis

6.4

Okay

Read 4 reviews

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.7

Value for money

6.5

One location in University Heights

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Locations in University Heights (San Diego)

500 Hotel Circle North

+1 619 574 5377

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday08:00 - 17:30
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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The pick up and drop off was pretty easy.

Cons:

Old food left from previous renter. This shows how they didn't clean the car beforehand. Also, the previous renter left their paperwork with all of their information in the glove compartment. I shouldn't be able to know the details of the previous renter. Again, shows how they didn't clean or look through the car.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Location was convenient!

Cons:

Never Never Never Never again will I rent from this place! I was assigned a car that was dirty/had stains and smelled of human stench (after the car was left in the hot sun). the company hid stench with/ 4 pine scented hanging on the mirror to distract the stench). It was so disgusting when i got home i had to disinfected all the items i had in the car. Prior to returning the car I had plastic bag on the driver seat. This location scared me for life by renting me a FILTHTY Car............

1 out of 2

Hertz

5.8

Fair

Read 22 reviews

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.8

Value for money

5.9

2 locations in University Heights

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Locations in University Heights (San Diego)

1441 Camino Del Rio South

+1 619 294 4023

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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3370-3420 Kettner Blvd

+1 619 696 9815

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday09:00 - 12:00
Thursday09:00 - 12:00
Friday09:00 - 12:00
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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
They didn’t have the vehicle we booked. We went to the first lot at the airport but realized we had to take a cab to a different hertz dealer. Then they didn’t have the correct vehicle. They were going to send us to a third hertz, but we ended up settling for a different vehicle.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Hertz falsely accused me of smoking in the Car.. was trying to impose smoking fee for a car I did not smoke in

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2022

KAYAK
Receptionist was extremely rude. There was no car available for me even though a reservation was a made. She was quick to let me know there was nothing she could do for me. She didn’t even try and cancel for me but instead kept directing me to call a 1-800 number to cancel or else I would still get charged. Very rude lady.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2021

KAYAK
The rates were awesome and check out was so easy! Little bit of a long wait to get checked in but everything else was smooth.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Ease of picking up and dropping off

Cons:

nothing

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff went above standards to accommodate my rental needs. When the SUV had a problem with the tires they made sure to give me a car that would better fit my safety concerns.

Cons:

There was little to no trunk space in a 7 passenger suv. I was not aware that it was possible to not have a suv with no space for luggage.

1 out of 8

Dollar

6.3

Okay

Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.5

Value for money

6.5

One location in University Heights

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Locations in University Heights (San Diego)

1441 Camino Del Rio South

+1 619 294 4023

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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Thrifty

5.7

Fair

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.8

Value for money

5.9

One location in University Heights

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1441 Camino Del Rio South

+1 619 294 4023

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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EZ Van

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One location in University Heights

Locations in University Heights (San Diego)

3225 North Harbor Dr

+1 760 846 6223

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United Auto Rental

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One location in University Heights

Locations in University Heights (San Diego)

1516 W Redwood #100

+1 619 688 1800

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1384 travellers who hired a car in University Heights gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.3

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