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Phoenix car rental
Car rental in Phoenix
Rent a car in Phoenix to discover a desert paradise. Dive into the Valley of the Sun’s Native American history or park up your holiday rental car and hike into the surrounding hills to see the sheer beauty Arizona has to offer.
With Hertz, pick-up and drop-off spots for car rental in Phoenix span the city, including Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. This is a great location to start your journey to one of the central hotels and areas around the desert ridge. Explore the city and the wider state of Arizona or embark on your own road trip to the world-famous Grand Canyon or to another iconic desert city, Las Vegas, Nevada.
Cool down in a convertible, explore the desert in an SUV or take a road trip across the state with a sports car from our eclectic selection. Discover the desert delights in and around the Valley of the Sun with a rental car in Phoenix from Hertz.
Why choose Hertz car rental in Phoenix?
Car rental locations in Phoenix
Popular vehicles to rent in Phoenix
Cars
- 4-5 people
- 2 suitcases
- 3-5 doors
SUVs
- 5 people
- 4 suitcases
- 5 doors
Convertibles
- 4 people
- 2 suitcases
- 3-5 doors
Phoenix car rental FAQs
Where can I park my rental car in Phoenix?
Here are a few places where you can park your Phoenix rental car:
- Regency Garage (85004) has 490 spaces for your holiday car rental in the center of Phoenix, near the Convention Center and Washington Street.
- Chase Field Garage (85034) has 1,500 spaces across the street from the stadium – ideal for parking your Phoenix rental car if you’re attending a Diamondbacks game.
- Phoenix Convention Center (85004) has more than 4,300 covered spaces across its five garages for those attending events there.
What are the main roads and freeways in Phoenix?
- Interstate 10 (I-10) travels east to west through the heart of Downtown, passing the west side of the airport and crossing the Salt River. This transcontinental route connects Phoenix with Los Angeles and Tucson.
- Interstate 17 (I-17) runs from the north of Arizona down into central Phoenix. It connects the Valley of the Sun with Sedona, Flagstaff and the Grand Canyon.
- U.S. Route 60 (US-60) connects Phoenix to Las Vegas in the northwest while heading out into New Mexico and beyond to the east.
How do I get from Boulders Resort and Spa to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in a hire car?
- Head south-east on North Clubhouse Road.
- Continue onto East Carefree Highway.
- Turn left onto North Scottsdale Rod.
- Turn right to merge onto AZ-101 Loop West.
- Take exit 29 for AZ-51 South.
- Take the exit onto I-10 East towards Tucson.
- Take exit 149 towards Sky Harbour/Airport and keep left.
- You should now have reached your destination.
Top tips for driving a rental car in Phoenix
To drive a car in Phoenix, you must be at least 16 years old, but the minimum age to rent a car in Phoenix with Hertz is 20. To hire a holiday rental car with us, you’re required to have a driving license for at least a year. If you’re under the age of 25 you can find out more about renting a car with us in our guide for young rental drivers.
A quick travel guide to Phoenix
Desert Botanical Garden
1201 North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Walk along the trails among thousands of species of cacti, trees and blooming flowers from around the world in this sprawling garden, about 20 minutes east of downtown Phoenix. Bright colors contrast with the red, rocky landscapes, providing a beautiful landscape.
Tovrea Castle
5025 East Van Buren Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Get behind the wheel of your Phoenix car rental and drive to the Tovrea Castle. Surrounded by restored cactus gardens, this iconic landmark, built in 1931, is just a 10-minute drive east of the airport. Initially used as the centerpiece for a resort and then a private residence, you’ll have to reserve a spot on a tour to discover the characters that made this castle what it is today.
Camelback Mountain
Trek to the 2,706-foot peak of Camelback Mountain for the best views over Phoenix and Scottsdale. If you fancy a challenge, take the steep, 1.2-mile Echo Canyon trail. For an easier climb, the 1.5-mile Cholla trail is less strenuous. Limited parking is available along the west side of Invergordon Road for your Phoenix rental car.
Fancy a road trip from Phoenix?
Why not jump in your Phoenix rental car and head to Grand Canyon Village? To complete this road trip, just get on I-17 North /US-60 West from West Washington Street and West Adams Street. Then continue on I-17 North to Williams and take exit 165 from I-40 West. From there, follow AZ-64 North to Apache Aly in Grand Canyon Village.
Explore Phoenix
Best hotels in Phoenix, AZ
Discover the best hotels to stay in Phoenix while touring the Valley of the Sun. Get a Phoenix car rental today and see this iconic city in style.
Best restaurants in Phoenix
Discover the best restaurants in Phoenix with Hertz. From central to downtown, here we list the best places to eat in Arizona’s capital city.
Best things to do in Phoenix
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