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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Boise

  • Discover everything Idaho’s capital has to offer with your own four wheels by renting a car upon your arrival in Boise. Nature lovers will get to visit the National Wildlife Refuge or the National Conservatory, which are 40 and 50 minutes away, respectively. With a hire car, you won’t have to stress about public transport schedules or squeezing onto an overflowing bus; instead, you can explore everything on your own time and pace.
  • The easiest way to start your time in Boise is by picking up a car when landing at Boise Airport, which is about 4 miles from the city center. All of the agencies (including Avis, Hertz, or Budget) are located on the first floor. The parking garage with the hire cars is just outside the baggage claim area. When driving out of the airport, follow the S Vista Avenue, which is the most direct route to Boise’s center.
  • Generally, Boise is very similar to most American cities when it comes to traffic and driving regulations. Boise drivers have a reputation for driving slower in the left lane than the right and for turning right on a red light when the intersection is free -- which is not something that visitors should mimic. Drive defensively, especially when entering an intersection, to avoid accidents.
  • Winters in Boise can bring snow and ice, and adapting your speed is very important to avoid skidding. When driving in Boise during the winter months, ensure the hire car is properly equipped and has snow chains in the trunk for when there is snow on the road (especially important when venturing out of the city). Speed must be adjusted and sudden braking or accelerating should be avoided as well. Also bear in mind that, due to plowing, the streets can be narrower after a snow.
  • Book your rental car in Boise at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

Boise car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who hired a car in Boise 
EMar 2024
We really love the Ford F150. Sometimes it’s not always in our budget but when it is we try and rent it. So comfortable and powerful. Not too bad on fuel.
Verified travelerSept 2023
Super easy to Rent a car in Boise.
Verified travelerJun 2023
Picking up a car at the Boise airport is a breeze! No shuttle, easy walk right out of the door. Such a Pleasant experience compared to Jaír about every other airport.
Verified travelerAug 2023
Driving in Boise is easy , minimal traffic and Boise drivers are very well mannered There are a lot of one way streets though so gps is essential
Verified travelerAug 2023
Check if your own car insurance covers rental cars too and avoid buying buy the add on insurance if you can. I saved $120 this way.
Verified travelerJun 2023
It's way cheaper to rent awayfrom the airport and grab an uber to get there. It saved me a bunch of money long term
Verified travelerJun 2023
Look into renting your car away from the airport and taking an uber over. It was significantly cheaper with both combined
BENNETJun 2023
Be prepared with a navigation app; lots of growth means lots of construction.

FAQs about renting a car in Boise

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Boise?

    An economy car will allow you to whizz through Boise and will make lane changes and finding a parking spot easier. When visiting during the winter, a 4-wheel drive car is recommended; families and people who need more luggage space, on the other hand, can opt for a minivan.

  • What’s the speed limit in Boise?

    When driving around school zones, the maximum speed is 20 mph, while streets with traffic lights already allow up to 60 mph. Freeway speed regulations are 65 mph in urban areas and up to 80 mph on rural freeways. Adhering to speed limit signs is required and speed must be adjusted based on weather conditions.

  • Where are the best places to park in Boise?

    On-street parking in Boise is usually metered, so check the time restrictions and price (normally listed per hour), then feed the meter accordingly. Credit cards are accepted with most machines and street parking is divided into three zones from Premium to Value. Many on-street parking areas are restricted to 2 hours, so finding a parking garage or lot may be a good alternative, such as the Capitol and Main Garage.

  • What is the best car hire company in Boise?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Boise are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.3, 55 reviews), and Budget (7.6, 93 reviews).

  • How much is the price of fuel in Boise?

    The average price of fuel in Boise is $6.20 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $74 and $99, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Boise?

    Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Boise.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Boise?

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

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Boise?

    A Compact car hire in Boise costs $143 per day, on average.

Boise car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Alamo

8.9

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

9.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.8

Value for money

8.7

One location in Boise

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Locations in Boise

3201 W Airport Way

+1 833 635 0433

Monday06:00 - 23:59
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8.0 Very Good

Gladymar, Aug 2024

People mover

KAYAK
Customer service at pick up was not good.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
It was easy to check in and return the rental car. Vehicle clean and was exactly what we needed for our trip.

10.0 Wonderful

Kerri, Mar 2024

People mover

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They could park minivans closer than spots 25 thru 40

10.0 Wonderful

Fernando, Jan 2024

Premium

KAYAK
Great!!!

10.0 Wonderful

Valerie, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Great staff, easy process.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The young man that attended us was very nice and helpful! We loved the car as well, so much my boyfriend was considering buying the same one for himself! lol

Cons:

Nothing could have been better, everything was perfect :)

1 out of 8

Avis

8.7

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.1

Value for money

8.0

2 locations in Boise

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2565 West Main Street

+1 208 336 6725

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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3201 Airport Way

+1 208 383 3350

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Economy

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No problems

10.0 Wonderful

E, Mar 2024

Full-size

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It was fast, easy and friendly service.

10.0 Wonderful

Christine, Oct 2023

Full-size

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Windshield was dirty w chemical, probably vape… customer service was great!

10.0 Wonderful

Robert, Sept 2022

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Easy pickup, great gas mileage

8.0 Very Good

Tim, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

The car smelled like cigarettes. They told me it happens.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The attendant provided us with a vehicle that was perfect for our trip.

Cons:

The vehicle had been used by UPS for a month and was very dirty, but I knew that when I accepted it. It was so much more appropriate for our needs than what we initially reserved.

1 out of 12

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.4

Value for money

8.3

4 locations in Boise

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222 S Auto Dr

+1 208 672 0585

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2618 W Fairview Ave

+1 208 336 8777

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3201 Airport Way Suite 210

+1 833 636 0787

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9213 W Fairview Ave

+1 208 321 7936

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, May 2024

Standard SUV

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Way too expensive and the windshield wiper on the driver side was broken.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2024

People mover

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When I went to go pick up the seven seat van they didn’t have it. All they could offer me is a six seat Jeep. As I was driving it, I noticed how dirty it was. There was white sticky in the center console. I got about two miles away and the windshield wiper fluid light came on. I filled it up and the next day on the road the light came on again. It also would only spray out the passenger side. The man helping me at Enterprise was nice and did his best to help me when I picked up the car but it was a pretty bum deal overall.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Compact

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It was quick and easy to pick up and the modification reminder was great since I was done sooner than anticipated.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Economy

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Everything was perfect, the dude who helped me was amazing forgot his name tho

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

mix up od the drop off cost me a extra 100.00+

Cons:

costomer service !!!!!

2.0 Poor

George, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

The rental was switched from the airport to downtown. There was no transport to downtown and the office closed at the time of my landing.

1 out of 11

Budget

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

7.5

2 locations in Boise

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2565 West Main Street

+1 208 331 9875

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3201 Airport Way, Suite 190

+1 208 383 3090

Monday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59
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8.0 Very Good

Tracy, Sept 2024

Compact

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At the counter it was great. I had to call customer service; however, and it was terrible. I had to repeat all my information to an automated service and then again twice to customer service. Please, please, please bring you customer care call centers back to the United States. I worked for Tmobile and Americans want to speak to Americans. I was so mad by the end of the call I don't know if I will rent with Budget again.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Standard SUV

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The price quoted to me was approximately $235 for a one day rental. When my credit card was charged, one day and less than 24 hours later, the total cost was $493.97. It makes me never want to use Budget nor Kayak for a car rental again.

10.0 Wonderful

Todd, Jan 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Changed rental car providers at the last moment. The clerk at the desk was very helpful and extremely polite. Car was extremely clean and thoroughly enjoyed. I will be back to use budget again.

10.0 Wonderful

Kellie, Oct 2022

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Fast and friendly service. Maybe better instructions on how to dropoff at airport.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2022

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Thank you for the great rental car. I will be a future customer

8.0 Very Good

Matt, Sept 2022

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Had a check engine light come on on the way out of town, but they got me a new vehicle at the airport rental pretty quickly.

1 out of 19

National

9.5

Wonderful

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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

9.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

9.1

One location in Boise

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3201 W Airport Way

+1 833 635 0432

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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Pick-up truck

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It was quick and easy but someone had clearly been smoking in the vehicle, it stunk. Hard to get past that.

1 out of 1

Hertz

8.5

Very Good

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Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.8

Value for money

7.9

2 locations in Boise

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3201 Airport Way

+1 208 383 3100

Monday07:00 - 23:59
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3201 Airport Way

+1 208 383 0300

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10.0 Wonderful

Valdo, Dec 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Your staff was friendly.

Cons:

Nothing just keep up the good job.

1 out of 1

Thrifty

8.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.4

Value for money

7.9

2 locations in Boise

Locations in Boise

2393 Airport Way

+1 208 342 3924

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3201 West Airport Way

+1 208 383 3100

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Had to cancel trip. They provided 0 refund even though it was canceled weeks ago. Should have read the fine print.

8.4 Very Good

Anonymous, Sept 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Alison was professional and helpful. I wish her computers were running faster! The software was taking a while to load yet she wasn’t getting frustrated. She was quick on her feet and started to boot up another computer. Easy drop off, overall smooth process. Thanks!

Cons:

The inside of the vehicle could have been sprayed out/ cleaned a little better. There was caked on dirt in the trunk area and dog hair in the back seat. Overall staff was great and accommodating.

2.0 Poor

David, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

I’ll never use a discount car rental again. I saved $5, but my trip was canceled due to Covid-19 travel restrictions. Since I saved $5 on the discounted price, I was not refundable and they would not allow me to change the rental to a future date. Horrible customer service. Stay away!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Easy pick up and drop off.

2.0 Poor

Jim, Jun 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

no

Cons:

I tried too cancel well in advance, and kept trying all the way up to departure date, due to Kovid 14-day quarantine in Idaho. They refused (both Thrifty and their booking broker. Never again.

10.0 Wonderful

Evan William, May 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The woman at the counter was very helpful and gave me clear, friendly instructions.

Cons:

Nothing, the experience was as perfect as a car rental has ever been for me.

Dollar

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.8

Value for money

6.2

One location in Boise

Locations in Boise

3201 West Airport Way

+1 208 383 3100

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

The Dollar people were going to charge us another $13 a day for an added driver. That was not in the agreement.

5.6 Fair

Anonymous, Sept 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The young lady was at first I thought not very friendly, but she turned out to be a tad better than I originally thought!

2.0 Poor

Megan, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The rental didn’t even happen because even though we called their corporate customer service and had the pickup time changed the number they had for the local office at the Boise airport was disconnected and turns out their office closes at 5 pm and they don’t offer any sort of after hours pick up.

Cons:

Everything. Their customer service is non existent.

2.0 Poor

Katie, Jan 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Information on Debit card use. There was no indication that before a 24 hour reservation a debit card could not be used. Then the rules with a debit card are absurd.

4.4 Mediocre

Anonymous, Dec 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

Was charged twice the amount of reservation and told I agreed to the extra insurance when I had not, under any circumstance.

Easirent

4.6

Mediocre

One location in Boise

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Boise Air Terminal

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Eagle Rent A Car

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One location in Boise

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Boise airport

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Rent Max

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One location in Boise

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2350 South Vista Avenue

+1 305 526 2129

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Sunnycars

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One location in Boise

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3201 Airport Way

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VIPCars Recommendation

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One location in Boise

Locations in Boise

3201 Airport Way, Boise, , USA Idaho

+1 914 368 0091

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273 travellers who rented a car in Boise gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.1

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