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Reviews for Thrifty in Columbus

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 rating6.6 OkayBased on 19 reviews
Cleanliness
7.3
Comfort
6.9
Overall
6.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.5
Value for money
6.3

Recent reviews

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10.0
Pros:Whole process smoothCons:Line at desk to check car outReviewed 7 Mar 2021
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10.0
Pros:easiest/fastest rental and return I have ever had!Cons:nothingReviewed 25 Oct 2020
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2.0
Cons:There was no refund on the rental, even though the charge was fraudulent. It caused me to have to manage the situation with my bank.Reviewed 12 Oct 2020
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5.2
Pros:Car was ok----Ford Eco SportCons:The Thrifty location was farthest from terminal. The staff was occupied with one customer. The wait was long. The attendant did not know how to open the back of SUV. Therebwas no one there when the car was returned---not a single person and they were aware fo when I was returning. Thrify is cheap for a reason!Reviewed 17 Sept 2020
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2.0
Cons:If I would hv got my car. Putting my money back in my account. Trying to get them back on the phone.Reviewed 22 Aug 2020
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2.0
Cons:I never got the rental. I got to the airport and they stated I needed a major credit card. I canceled the rental car and You still kept my money. I want that taken off my debit card asapReviewed 18 Aug 2020
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2.8
Pros:The staff was unfriendly not helpful and kinda terrible . I didnt like anything about this experience and 10/10 do not recommendCons:They could have been more helpful. I was $10.00 short on a hidden deposit I was unaware of until my arrival. Therefore I had to call my grandmother so she could come use her card. Since it was a different card they charged me an extra 50 dollars because she was a driver. Obviously she wasn't a driver she was just helping me out. They didnt care about the dilemma and made no attempt to help me out. The process that should have been 5 mins took an extra hour l after already being on the plane for 8 hours. The staff was unfriendly and unhelpful through the whole process.Reviewed 17 Aug 2020
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4.0
Pros:The car i got after not getting the car bracket i chape was niceCons:The type of car i got was a compact suv not mid size like i chose . I ended up trading for a car instead. The price was crazy plus i got charged an extra $120 for being 24Reviewed 13 Jul 2020
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2.8
Pros:Got a replacement car easilyCons:The car I was given had a corroded battery. I left the airport and once I got to the next destination, the car died. I was on a time schedule and could not wait there for AAA so I had to Uber to my destination that was an hour away. Costing me over $120. Then when I Uber we back to the vehicle, I had to wait for AAA at 11 pm by myself in the cold. Then I had to take the car back to the rental and get a new car. Extremely inconvenient as I was in town for my grandmothers funeral and was almost late. Why was the battery not part of the vehicle inspection?!? The corrosion was leaking all over the battery. If someone had just lifted up the hood they would have seen it.Reviewed 30 Jan 2020
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10.0
Pros:Friendly and helpful staff.Cons:All was well.Reviewed 30 Dec 2019
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9.2
Pros:Staff were great, friendly, etc.Reviewed 18 Dec 2019
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3.6
Cons:They charge extra for your spouse to drive !!!Reviewed 9 Dec 2019
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Where can I find Thrifty hire cars in Columbus?

Address

4106 International Gateway

Hours

Monday05:00 - 23:59
Tuesday05:00 - 23:59
Wednesday05:00 - 23:59
Thursday05:00 - 23:59
Friday05:00 - 23:59
Saturday05:00 - 23:59
Sunday05:00 - 23:59

Phone

+1 614 239 1084

Address

1355 West Mound Street

Hours

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

Phone

+1 614 221 3000

Address

1535 Georgesville Road

Hours

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

Phone

+1 614 351 1570

Address

2455 Billingsley Road

Hours

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

Phone

+1 614 793 3100

Good to know

Most popular location

4106 International Gateway

Most popular car type

Intermediate

Top tips for hiring a car from Thrifty in Columbus

  • Intermediate car hire from Thrifty in Columbus are around 45% cheaper than other car types, on average.

FAQs about hiring a car from Thrifty in Columbus

  • What is the most popular car hire from Thrifty in Columbus?

    Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type from Thrifty in Columbus.

  • How many car hire locations does Thrifty have in Columbus?

    Thrifty has 4 hire locations in Columbus. Take a look at our Thrifty hire location map to find the best car hire near you.

  • Does Thrifty have a car hire location at the airport: Columbus airport (CMH)?

    Yes

  • Does Thrifty offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Columbus airport (CMH)?

    Yes