Car Rental - Spokane

 

Rent a car in Spokane, Washington to explore a culture-forward city, surrounded by incredible wild areas. The Lilac City is the second most populous part of the Evergreen State, but also features delightful wide-open parklands.

Venture inside the city to visit the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture or enjoy a stroll by the water at Riverfront Park. Spokane is just four hours east of Seattle with a rental car, and close to the forests and reservations of Idaho and Montana.

You can pick up or drop off your rental car at several locations across the city, including at Spokane International Airport. We have a range of vehicles suited to every type of trip, including impressive sedans for business trips, spacious and powerful family SUVs for ski vacations and road trip-ready cabriolets. Renting a car makes it easier to get around Spokane.

Take your first step towards dreamy drives in this leafy and lively part of the Pacific Northwest, when you reserve your Spokane rental car with Hertz.

Spokane Locations

A Quick Guide to Spokane

Spokane Falls

Spokane Falls

Spokane, WA 99201

Considered sacred to the Native American tribe that gave the city its name, Spokane Falls sits on the Spokane River and has a fantastic walking route around it. Visit several viewpoints throughout, including Huntington Park, and watch the water cascade below you while visiting the Tribal Gathering Place. Holiday car rentals from our Spokane branch makes it easier to travel with the family.

Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture

Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture

2316 West 1 Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201

The inland Northwest’s largest cultural institution is perhaps best known for its Native American Collection. The museum works alongside regional tribes to bring together and exhibit more than 5,000 precious items, including baskets, clothing, weapons and cornhusk bags.

Riverfront Park

Riverfront Park

507 North Howard Street, Spokane, WA 99201

The river and striking U.S. Pavilion structure take center stage at this urban park, but there’s also live music, light shows and art installations to enjoy here too. While you can also enjoy an unforgettable gondola lift ride on the Numerica SkyRide.

Mount Spokane State Park

Mount Spokane State Park

26107 North Mount Spokane Park Drive, Mead, WA 99021

Spanning over 12,000 acres, Mount Spokane State Park is Washington’s biggest. Whether you’re skiing in winter or scaling Mount Spokane in summer, there’s a huge array of different outdoor activities to enjoy just 45 minutes from Spokane, in your rental car.

Wild Sage Bistro

916 West 2 Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201

Northwest chowder, Alaskan halibut and Creole chicken fettuccine are just some of the delicacies you might expect to try at this American farm-to-table bistro. It’s locally owned and is found in Downtown Spokane. Jump in your rental car and head out for an afternoon treat.

The Grand Terrace Igloos

333 West Spokane Falls Boulevard, Spokane, WA 99201

Located at the Davenport Grand Hotel, these atmospheric orbs make for dreamlike winter dining. Expect house-smoked hummus, tuna poke and select Asian influences – such as Japanese-style shoyu sauce.

Clover

913 East Sharp Avenue, Spokane, 99202

New American fare is served with subtle Mediterranean influences at Clover, a refined restaurant near Gonzaga University. You can experience intriguing culinary mixes, such as succotash served alongside rabbit, halibut and warm pretzels. Renting a car from us makes it easier to frequent these Spokane culinary delights.

Oxford Suites Spokane Downtown

115 West North River Drive, Spokane, WA 99201

Yards from the city center, Oxford Suites Spokane Downtown mixes shared facilities with self-containment. Each suite is equipped with a microwave, refrigerator and coffee machine, while the wider hotel has a business center and an indoor pool.

EJ Roberts Mansion

1923 West 1 Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201

EJ Roberts Mansion offers an old-world charm, complete with an elegant garden and billiards tables. This hotel is a favorite for weddings and romantic retreats and offers free Wi-Fi throughout, as well free parking for your Spokane rental car.

The Historic Davenport, Autograph Collection

10 South Post Street, Spokane, WA 99201

The Historic Davenport is a four-star Marriott hotel, close to Spokane’s shopping, dining and nightlife. It plays host to three eateries; Palm Court Grill, Peacock Room Lounge and the Safari Room – plus, there’s a heated indoor pool and fitness center.

Driving In and Around Spokane

  • River Park Square Parking Garage (99201) is open seven days a week and is near River Park Square Mall and Riverfront Park. The perfect place to park your Spokane car rental.
  • Republic Parking (99201) is north of the river, close to the Spokane Arena and Spokane Civic Theatre.
  • People’s Park Parking Lot (99201) is located near the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, as well as Centennial Trail Park.
  • Interstate 90 (I-90) travels through downtown Spokane and is the main route out of town, leading to Seattle and through eastern national forests towards Wyoming. Renting a car means you can try out new rides in Spokane.
  • U.S Route 2 (US-2) connects the airport to downtown Spokane, before heading north to the city suburbs.
  • Spokane Falls Boulevard is one of the most important downtown streets and is part of the central zone’s one-way system. It travels to Gonzaga University (99258), Washington State University Spokane (99202) and Riverfront Park (99201).

Traffic in Spokane peaks between 7:30 and 8 am, during morning rush hour, then from 4:30 until 6:30 pm in the evening. The city’s busiest roads include East Sprague Avenue and North Division Street. Grab a holiday or business car rental to make getting around Spokane easier.

How to Get from Spokane to Seattle

The largest city in the Pacific Northwest is around a four-hour drive away from Spokane in your rental car.

  • Exit the city center via I-90 West and stay on this route for around 60 miles.
  • Keep left to stay on I-90 West when you reach Ritzville.
  • Remain on I-90 West for about 220 miles, passing through Mount Rainier National Park.
  • Cross the East Channel Bridge when you reach Seattle, onto Mercer Island.
  • Pass over the Homer M Hadley Memorial Bridge to arrive in central Seattle.

 

How to Get from Spokane to Pullman

Pullman is around 75 miles south of Spokane. Simply exit the city via I-90 W, then take exit 279 to take US 195 S. Finally, turn left onto WA 270 when you arrive in Whitman County to reach the city.