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Overall Rating5.8 FairBased on 224 reviews
Cleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.8
Overall
5.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.7
Value for money
5.9
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2.0
I couldn’t make my trip and instead of reimbursing your customers, you made me pay double. I’ll never use this crappy service again. Everyone should be aware of this service. I will for sure be blasting this joke of a service on the internetReviewed Apr 12 2025
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2.0
It was a total mess. They didn’t have the car at Fort Lauderdale so I had to take one car to Miami to get the other car and then was overcharged on all of it.Reviewed Apr 8 2025
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2.0
My tire blew on the express lane of the interstate without hitting anything and after talking to 8 incompetent Budget employees from Roadside assistance and the special rental place, Budget ultimately canceled my assistance as the situation was deemed unsafe (for them, but apparently fine for me) and left me to figure out on my own how to get somewhere safe. I was stranded for 2.5 hours, then had to drive out of my way to swap the car and waited another hour to do that despite being told I would not have stand in line and they would ensure a car was ready for me…and I received no compensation/discount for my horrific experience. Worst customer service and rental experience ever!!!! I will never rent from Budget again regardless of the cost.Reviewed Mar 20 2025
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2.0
First car picked up at airport had a maintenance light flashing after I packed it up and turned on ignition. Had to unpack it go back to the desk (booth in garage couldn’t help), had to wait for agent, no apology, new car assigned, pack it up, go to leave, security can’t clear the car to leave, old car is still assigned to me, have to go back the booth in the garage. Ladies at booth try to correct but can’t, have to get another person who after another 10 minutes finally clears the car for release and I can go — a full hour after I first attempted to leave the garage! Budget at the airport said to contact customer service about any compensation. Customer service was worse, 30+ minute hold times on three separate calls, nothing they could do, said take it up with the counter at the drop off location. On drop off, they said there was nothing they could do, call Customer Service. How about I simply NEVER RENT WITH BUDGET AGAIN!Reviewed Mar 20 2025
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10.0
The Budget rental was a great experience. The lady at the counter was friendly and helpful and helped me get the paperwork taken care of. Every state has different rules and regulations which she understood and explained. The car had about 30 K miles so it had a ding or two that she pointed out to me without me having to closely inspect the car. It was a nice experience with very little stress. Thank you Upon return, the employee at the counter was helpful and pleasant. No questions with the return and was notified by E-mail that no issues were found when returning the car. Help with transportation to our final destination in Ft. Lauderdale. Thank you again for a pleasant experience.Reviewed Mar 16 2025
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ExcellentReviewed Mar 13 2025
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4.0
Didnt have vehicle I rented. Had to take 2 separate vehicles. Not convenient at allReviewed Feb 22 2025
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4.0
Budget employees do not like their jobs.Reviewed Feb 7 2025
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10.0
My experience was great, great customer service, no long wait time for my car, and the return went as smoothly as the rental. I give you guys ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Reviewed Dec 30 2024
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10.0
It was great experience all aroundReviewed Nov 24 2024
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2.0
The people at Budget were the worst, rude and unfriendly, they expected me to know everything and I ended up having trouble with the directions and it took way longer to get to my destination.Reviewed Nov 24 2024
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2.0
I made a reservation for one full day and they charged me for two days instead, and late fees. I returned the vehicle within the 24h period and they refuse to give me my money back. They also double charged by processing the payment into two different credit cards.Reviewed Nov 13 2024
Top tips for renting a car from Budget in Fort Lauderdale
If you intend to enjoy a self-drive from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL), endeavour to book Budget car rentals in Fort Lauderdale. The operator has a counter at Terminal 1 at FLL. For those arriving via Terminals 2, 3 and 4, you’ll get a free shuttle service outside the baggage claim level. The shuttle runs every 5min from every terminal. You’ll return your car at 4th level of the Rental Car Center.
In case you want to hit the road in style, plan to book Budget car rentals in Fort Lauderdale. All Budget cars are picked up outside Terminal 1 at Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL). Here, you’ll find various vehicle classes including large executive luxury SUVs, luxury performance vehicles, executive luxury vehicles, and American muscle cars. Also, cars like Infiniti Q60 and Ford Mustang GT are available for selection.
You’ll get numerous perks if you book Budget car rentals in Fort Lauderdale. First, with Budget car rentals, you can bring your four-legged friend in most of the cars in their fleet. Typically, the pets allowed are household animals such as cats, dogs, ferreters and rabbits. Remember to crate your furry friends in your car, and clean the vehicle before returning it otherwise you’ll pay for the cleaning fees.
Getting cheap parking for your car in Fort Lauderdale can be challenging. Most of the lots in Downtown Fort Lauderdale including the streets are metered, although some are free and you can get them if you’re lucky. There are standard parking rates for city parking lots, garages, and on-street spaces, and these rates vary based on the location. Some of the popular parking garages include Arts & Science District Garage, Bridgeside Place Garage, City Hall Garage, among others. Still, hotels such as Riverside Hotel offer ample parking in its seven storey building.
Compact rental cars from Budget in Fort Lauderdale are around 67% cheaper than other car types, on average.
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FAQs about renting a car from Budget in Fort Lauderdale
What is the best pickup location for Budget car rentals in Fort Lauderdale?
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (HNL) is the best place to pick up your Fort Lauderdale car rental. Picking up your rental car from HNL lets you enjoy numerous benefits, including s free shuttle service from Terminals 2-4 to the car pick up point in Terminal 1. Furthermore, you can quickly book your rental car online and grab it as soon as you land. You’ll find a wide range of car models at the pick up garage at FLL, such as SUVs, sedans, exotics, pickups, and compact vehicles.
What are the different amenities offered by Budget car rentals in Fort Lauderdale?
There are numerous amenities at your disposal when you hire a car in Fort Lauderdale. First, you can personalize your vehicle with add-ons of your choice for an improved service. Suppose you’re renting a car to explore the mountains. In that case, remember to fix it with winter tires and snow chains, which you can get at Budget. If you want to drive as a local, plan to get a GPS navigational system from your service provider. Those traveling with kids should keep in mind that rental cars come with child seats.
What accessible services are available for Budget car rentals in Fort Lauderdale?
Persons with mobility limitations looking to book car rentals in this city shouldn’t worry as the company caters to their needs. Budget offers free adaptive driving devices such as spinner knobs, pedal extenders, hand controls, and left foot accelerators. Furthermore, the operator provider offers surrogate driver with the requisite qualifications to disabled clients who do not have drivers’ licenses. Lastly, Budget rental cars in Fort Lauderdale allow its clients to bring service animals such as dogs. You do not have to crate such animals in your car. However, the animals should bear valid medical certificates.
What is the most popular rental car from Budget in Fort Lauderdale?
Intermediate (Mazda Mazda5 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type from Budget in Fort Lauderdale.
How many car rental locations does Budget have in Fort Lauderdale?
Budget has 5 rental locations in Fort Lauderdale. Take a look at our Budget rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
Does Budget have a car rental location at the airport: Fort Lauderdale airport (FLL)?
Yes
Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Fort Lauderdale airport (FLL)?
Yes
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Everything you need to know for your Budget car rental in Fort Lauderdale
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