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Reviews for Avis in San Diego
Pros
" and friendly."(in 779 reviews)
" and very helpful."(in 779 reviews)
" drop off easy."(in 779 reviews)
Cons
" like cigarette smoke!"(in 116 reviews)
"Clerk said no ."(in 1799 reviews)
" was the worst."(in 163 reviews)
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10.0
The young lady and Carl really took care of us. They deserve a raise. They went above and behond to make sure I was satisfied.Reviewed 2024 Sept 06
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10.0
Everything was easy and quick. Aug ‘24Reviewed 2024 Aug 17
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10.0
It was easy and really goodReviewed 2024 Aug 09
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8.0
Vincent and Lauren both helped us a ton when a pickup error caused our reservation to go sideways. There needed to be a better explanation online that there are multiple pickup locations right by the airport that have different hours of operation.Reviewed 2024 Jul 30
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4.0
Was told the vehicle wasn’t ready. He wanted to swap a Ram for a Tacoma, Told the I didn’t mind waiting I need the larger truck. They didn’t clean anything. Sail it had a full tank of fuel, but it’s only shipping a1/2 tank.Reviewed 2024 Jun 30
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10.0
The pick up was quick and easy. Rented from avis ontario weekend prior had the worst experience waiting in line over an hr.. and then they couldn't find reservation and it was prepaid.. san diego was quick n easy. Love it.. will use againReviewed 2024 Jun 23
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2.0
I took an uber to get to the CBX location. The guy at the desk brought up my reservation/confirmation code and said "We don't have a car for you because the reservation wasn't made more than 72 hours in advance." He also added that 'they almost never even have those kind of cars' (EV) and then just went back to looking at his computer. I asked what other options I had and he said none, they had no other cars and he again went back to what he was doing, completely ignoring me. I had to uber ($50+) to the downtown airport to get a car at a different agency/price because no-one at CBX had a car. I was warned by the SAN location and by the first uber driver that this was a franchise and that they often didn't have cars they said they had. Never ever again, because you are really stuck out there with no options, and it's a long way from anywhere. There was no notice that the reservation would not be valid because it hadn't been made more than three days before the pickup time, in fact it was quite the opposite. The Kayak email subject was "It’s official: you got a ride for San Diego" The body of the text said: You’ve secured your car for San Diego. Jun 8 - Jun 16 Let’s cruise, your trip is good to go. We saved your rental car info to our Trips tab to help you stay organized while you plan. Here are the details - you’re one step closer to your destination. (and then it showed all of the details of the reservation). Of course that led me to believe I was good to go :( Instead, it was hours on the phone as well as an expensive uber ride and a far more expensive on-the-spot car rental at SAN. Good help is hard to find, and the guy at AVIS/CBX was not good help at all with his 'you should have known better/dismissive' attitude.Reviewed 2024 Jun 20
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8.0
I rented the car for three days, but then wanted to extend the contract for a one way trip out of area. They doubled the price...Reviewed 2024 Apr 09
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10.0
WonderfulReviewed 2024 Feb 26
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6.0
It was the fastest I was in and out of a rental office. The individual working at the drop off in Palm Springs was really nice. I can't tell you how disappointed I was that the type of car I reserved was not there since I made the reservation ahead of time.Reviewed 2024 Jan 29
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2.0
There was a problem with my reservation dates when I arrived to pickup my vehicle. The representative behind the counter assured me that they fixed my issue and I left with my vehicle. I wasn’t give a physical copy of my contract. When I dropped of my vehicle I was told that my vehicle was late and that I brought it back with less fuel than when I left. I know this isn’t true because I photographed my fuel level when I received my vehicle. I spoke with 2 representatives on the phone and one at the return counter and they all basically told me that there wasn’t anything they could do. Finally, I was told that Avis would adjust my fees. This has yet to be done. I will not being using Avis car rentals in the future.Reviewed 2024 Jan 25
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2.0
I’ve been overcharged by hundreds of dollars and yet to see confirmation of a refundReviewed 2024 Jan 15
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Where can I find Avis car rentals in San Diego?
1110 Torrey Pines Road Suite H
Address
1110 Torrey Pines Road Suite HHours
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
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+1 858 454 4621Address
3355 Admiral Boland WayHours
| Monday | 00:00 - 23:59 |
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| Tuesday | 00:00 - 23:59 |
| Wednesday | 00:00 - 23:59 |
| Thursday | 00:00 - 23:59 |
| Friday | 00:00 - 23:59 |
| Saturday | 00:00 - 23:59 |
| Sunday | 00:00 - 23:59 |
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+1 619 688 5000Address
4550 La Jolla Village DriveHours
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 - 13:00 |
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+1 858 450 6553Address
500 Hotel Circle NorthHours
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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| Saturday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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+1 619 574 5377Address
1670 Kettner Boulevard Suite 1Hours
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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| Friday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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+1 619 231 7137Address
3890 Valley Centre Dr Ste 103Hours
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00 - 13:00 |
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+1 858 755 0400Address
7815 Balboa AvenueHours
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
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+1 858 974 8630Address
1350 6th Ave Suite #170Hours
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
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+1 619 544 0438Address
Cross Border Xpress - 2745 Otay Pacific DrHours
| Monday | 06:00 - 23:59 |
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| Tuesday | 06:00 - 23:59 |
| Wednesday | 06:00 - 23:59 |
| Thursday | 06:00 - 23:59 |
| Friday | 06:00 - 23:59 |
| Saturday | 06:00 - 23:59 |
| Sunday | 06:00 - 23:59 |
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+1 619 588 1309Address
2790 Kurtz Street Suite 1Hours
| Monday | 07:00 - 16:00 |
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| Tuesday | 07:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 16:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
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+1 619 220 4920Address
8720 Miramar RoadHours
| Monday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
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| Tuesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
Phone
+1 858 271 0018Good to know
Most popular location | 3355 Admiral Boland Way |
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Most popular car type | Intermediate |
Top tips for renting a car from Avis in San Diego
- When you book Avis car rentals in San Diego, there are quite a few different vehicle models that will work well in the location. For instance, you can always select a convertible, which is a nice option as it will allow you to enjoy all of the sunshine and good weather that San Diego is known for having. If you will be spending your stay in the area going to the beach, or enjoying an activity like hiking or biking, an SUV will make sense, as it will provide you with the room that you need in order to safely store all of your belongings and items.
- If you choose to book Avis car rentals in San Diego, you may be interested in adding the company’s Extended Roadside Assistance service to your reservation. This service will help to give you peace of mind, as you can rest assured that you are covered for almost anything that will come your way. Some of the benefits that are included in this service are a lockout service, flat tire assistance, jump start, and fuel delivery if you wind up running out of gas.
- Those that book Avis car rentals in San Diego can benefit from a variety of different amenities. If you choose to pre-pay for your reservation, for example, you will be able to receive a discount. You can also choose from a selection of different fuel plans, which include paying in advance for a full tank of gas. If applicable to your specific situation, you can also choose to have a long-term rental.
- Because of San Diego’s close proximity to the border, it’s important to note that Avis allows customers to drive their rental vehicles to Mexico, as long as they ultimately return the car to the United States. Make sure to notify Avis if you plan on doing this, as you will likely need to sign some extra paperwork or pay for additional coverage.
- Intermediate rental cars from Avis in San Diego are around 24% cheaper than other car types, on average.
FAQs about renting a car from Avis in San Diego
Where are the best pick-up locations for Avis car rentals in San Diego?
There are several different pick-up locations for Avis car rentals in San Diego that are particularly convenient. For example, there is the branch that is located on Torrey Pines Road, which is popular due to its convenient location. There is also a branch that can be found on La Jolla Village Drive, which is a nice option for anyone that will be staying in this neighborhood. You can also go to the branch that is on Balboa Avenue.
Can I pick my own Avis car rentals in San Diego or will I be assigned a vehicle by the company?
As soon as you begin the process of making your reservation with Avis, you will be given the opportunity to select which type of car you would like to rent. Avis will do its best to give you the car that you have requested, but whether you receive it or not will depend on what vehicles are available in the fleet at the time. If you do not receive the specific car you have asked for, you will receive one that is similar.
Can Avis car rentals in San Diego be delivered directly to me?
Avis offers a Curbside Delivery option for an additional fee. With this service, you can have your rental vehicle delivered directly to whatever address you choose, including a hotel, a personal residence, or an office building. If it will be complicated for you to travel directly to a branch in order to pick up your vehicle, this can be a convenient solution that will help to save you time.
What is the most popular rental car from Avis in San Diego?
Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type from Avis in San Diego.
How many car rental locations does Avis have in San Diego?
Avis has 11 rental locations in San Diego. Take a look at our Avis rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
Does Avis have a car rental location at the airport: San Diego airport (SAN)?
Yes
Does Avis offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from San Diego airport (SAN)?
Yes