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Thrifty car rental prices in San Francisco
| Economy | ₪135/day |
| Compact | ₪136/day |
| Intermediate | ₪140/day |
| Standard | ₪144/day |
| Full-size | ₪151/day |
| Premium | ₪166/day |
| Luxury | ₪360/day |
| Supplier choice | ₪148/day |
| Compact SUV | ₪149/day |
| Intermediate SUV | ₪149/day |
| Standard SUV | ₪162/day |
| Standard station wagon | ₪198/day |
Reviews for Thrifty in San Francisco
Pros
" and clean"(in 2376 reviews)
"The "(in 959 reviews)
", easy pick up."(in 959 reviews)
Cons
"Thrifty's was terrible."(in 203 reviews)
" inside."(in 69 reviews)
" is horrible."(in 203 reviews)
Overall RatingBased on 342 reviews
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Recent reviews
Traveler rating
2.0
There were no cars available for 4 hours. A res made within 48 hrs was not honored at all!Reviewed 2024 Mar 25
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4.0
Already did survey with thifty.Reviewed 2024 Mar 11
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6.0
Nice counter agent. Difficult to get to counter at SFO. Car dirty. Car return challenging.Reviewed 2024 Feb 18
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2.0
They messed up my contract at pick up. They couldn't fix it over the phone and I had to drive all the way back to the airport to solve . Very frustratingReviewed 2024 Jan 13
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10.0
Clean car, friendly staff, easy pickup and drop off.Reviewed 2024 Jan 09
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2.0
Land in SFO at 10PM -- flight was 30 minutes early at 9:30 - go to Thrifty Rental counter. There are 18 people in front of me in line and ONE person working the counter - taking 15 minutes minimum with each person. Everyone in line is worried - seems to "know" the counter closes at 11PM - what will happen then? A second counter person comes out and everyone breathes a little easier, then the first counter person goes away - leave ONE counter person!!!! I waited 45 minutes and now there were 15 people in front of me (I have photos!) I called the number I was given to call for questions and imagine! They closed at 10PM - please call back tomorrow. At a few minutes before 11PM with still 13 or 14 people in line ahead of me - I went to the Alamo counter and rented a car and was driving out of the parking lot at 11:05. Worst experience ever. Never again and I caution everyone trying to get a Thrifty car late at night in SFO...Reviewed 2023 Nov 08
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4.0
Bad serviceReviewed 2023 Oct 30
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2.0
2 hour wait for pick upReviewed 2023 Oct 09
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2.0
One hour wait. Ev car hard to find charging station that workedReviewed 2023 Oct 04
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4.0
Arrived on time (9:20 pm). Stood in line with 36 other customers (three people were working the counter) for over thirty minutes. When I got to the counter, I was told that my car wouldn't be ready for almost two hours . . . but for an additional $160 dollars (per day) they could give me another car. I had no option but to wait. Fortunately, it was only 45 minutes before they sent me down to get a Hertz car (still billed through Thrifty). All was fine except I ended up with a 7-passenger Ford Expedition when I wanted a sub-compact. The Ford got 18 mpg (so my gas cost was higher) and was a monster to navigate through San Francisco traffic.Reviewed 2023 Oct 04
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10.0
Terrible neighborhood. Great car at a reasonable price and fantastic counter staff.Reviewed 2023 Sep 22
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1.9
Customer service was awful.Reviewed 2021 Jul 07
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Where can I find Thrifty car rentals in San Francisco?
364 O'farrell Street
Address
364 O'farrell StreetHours
| Monday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
Phone
+1 415 771 5332Address
780 Mcdonnell RdHours
| Monday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Sunday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
Phone
+1 877 283 0898Address
364 O'farrell StreetHours
| Monday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
Phone
+1 415 771 5332Address
364 O'farrell StreetHours
| Monday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
Phone
+1 415 771 5332Address
840 Ellis StreetHours
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
Phone
+1 415 923 1119Address
500 Beach St #121Hours
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 08:00 - 17:00 |
Phone
+1 415 674 8330Good to know
Most popular location | 780 Mcdonnell Rd |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Intermediate |
Average price | ₪203/day |
Good deal | ₪188/day |
Top tips for renting a car from Thrifty in San Francisco
- Thrifty car rentals in San Francisco have got you covered for all your car rental needs. If you are in the city to enjoy the sites, you can opt to rent a convertible. Imagine driving across the Golden Gate Bridge with the top down. If you are traveling around with the whole family, a minivan or an SUV might be just the ticket. If you are trying to keep things more economical, you can opt for an economy or a compact car, small vehicles that will also make navigating San Francisco traffic easier.
- Thrifty car rentals in San Francisco care about the carbon footprint they leave and offer sustainable rental options. When you choose to rent from Thrifty car rentals in San Francisco, you can opt for fully electric vehicles, including a number of compact models and even a fully electric SUV. So, whether you will be navigating tough San Francisco traffic on a business trip or packing the whole family into an SUV, you can do it sustainably, keeping the environment in mind as you visit the city.
- When you choose to rent your vehicle from Thrifty car rentals in San Francisco, you can find a number of reservation options that offer free cancellation. If your plans are still a little iffy, choose a car reservation that offers free cancellation where you don't pay anything unless you arrive to pick up your vehicle. Since many but not all Thrifty car rentals in San Francisco that you can book through KAYAK offer free cancellation, make sure you choose your reservation carefully.
- When you are driving your rental vehicle around San Francisco, it is very likely that you will encounter or want to use a toll road across a bridge or an express toll lane on the congested freeways. The best way to pay tolls in Thrifty car rentals in San Francisco is to opt for the Thrifty PlatePass program. For a daily fee, this program pays your toll for you, and you don't have to worry about getting any hefty fines. For speedier travel time with peace of mind, consider the PlatePass program for your Thrifty car rental in San Francisco.
- 25% of our users found rental cars from Thrifty in San Francisco for ₪188 or less.
- Book your rental car from Thrifty in San Francisco at least 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
- Intermediate rental cars from Thrifty in San Francisco are around 24% cheaper than other car types, on average.
FAQs about renting a car from Thrifty in San Francisco
Where can I pick up a Thrifty car rental in San Francisco?
The most popular Thrifty pick-up location in San Francisco is at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO), but you can also find a Thrifty San Francisco agency in the north of the city just off I-80 at 364 O'Farrell Street. This car rental agency is convenient to The Presidio as well as the Sunset District in San Francisco, and it is also close to the bridge that takes you across the bay to Oakland and the Golden Gate Bridge.
Can I choose the car I want from Thrifty car rentals in San Francisco?
When you make your reservation through KAYAK for a Thrifty rental vehicle in San Francisco, you will choose the car that you would like to rent. However, it is possible that when you arrive at the rental agency, the exact model that you want is not available. In this case, Thrifty does its best to provide you with the brand of car that you want and the type of car that you want. Known for its friendly and helpful staff, Thrifty car rentals in San Francisco will do the utmost to meet your car rental needs.
Where can I park my Thrifty car rental in San Francisco?
Throughout San Francisco, you can find metered parking on the city streets. At these meters, you can pay by coin, cash, credit card, or by app. Depending on where you park your Thrifty rental, you may have to pay anywhere from $2 to $6 an hour. Most parking meters in San Francisco don't allow you to park in a certain space for more than two hours at a time. While some parking meters are not enforced on weekends, parking garages as well as meters at Fisherman's Wharf are enforced every day.
How much does it cost to rent a car from Thrifty in San Francisco?
On average a rental car from Thrifty in San Francisco costs ₪203 per day.
What is the most popular rental car from Thrifty in San Francisco?
Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type from Thrifty in San Francisco.
How many car rental locations does Thrifty have in San Francisco?
Thrifty has 6 rental locations in San Francisco. Take a look at our Thrifty rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
Does Thrifty have a car rental location at the airport: San Francisco airport (SFO)?
Yes
Does Thrifty offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from San Francisco airport (SFO)?
Yes