National is a leading name in the global car rental industry, offering reliable and convenient service for both business and leisure travelers. Founded in 1947, National Car Rental is part of the Enterprise Holdings group, which also includes Enterprise and Alamo. With decades of experience, National has built a strong presence across key locations in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, Latin America, and Asia, making it a popular choice for international travelers looking for seamless vehicle hire options.
As a large-scale and well-established car rental brand, National is known for pioneering industry innovations. It was the first in the U.S. to introduce one-way rentals in 1954 and began using computerized booking systems as early as 1966. Today, National offers a wide fleet of vehicles suited to various customer needs, from compact cars to SUVs. With a focus on airport locations, National is especially convenient for international travelers seeking quick and efficient service upon arrival. The company’s integration with Enterprise ensures access to a broad network and trusted customer support across borders.
National’s reputation for reliable service, broad booking coverage, and customer-first policies makes it a dependable choice for those seeking high-quality car rental experiences around the world.
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Vehicle condition
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0.0Counter staff
1.0Pick-up location
0.0Drop-off location
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10
Excellent
I am very satisfied with the car rental experience, including the return process and deposit refund.
Istanbul
Reviewed: October 13, 2025
10
Excellent
Reliable guy waited as promised until 1am.
Yellowknife
Reviewed: October 7, 2025
10
Easy smooth and friendly staff would definitely recommend
The staff were very friendly and most helpful on pick up and the whole process was smooth with no issues. And drop off was easy to find and key drop off box was easy to see as it was 4am before the airport location opened.
Vancouver
Reviewed: September 27, 2025
10
Excellent
The service is good, there are plenty of staff, and the process is quite fast.
London
Reviewed: September 27, 2025
10
Excellent
The car rental company's service was excellent, with no upselling or hidden charges. There are some default paid options like GPS that can be declined if not needed. The return inspection is very thorough, so make sure to take pictures of the car from all angles and any existing damages during pickup.
Oslo
Reviewed: September 27, 2025
10
Excellent
The staff were good, and the pickup and drop-off process was very convenient. The deposit was refunded immediately after the vehicle inspection, which was very fast. There was some upselling of insurance, but the platform had already notified me that I had purchased it, which was great.
Amsterdam
Reviewed: September 21, 2025
10
Excellent
Overall good attitude, no queues, simple process.
Oslo
Reviewed: September 13, 2025
10
Excellent
The trip was three days to the Highlands and Isle of Skye, covering 600 miles. British drivers are indeed very disciplined, but it's true they don't slow down at turns. On those roads narrower than a two-lane road in China (often lacking a centerline), with a speed limit of 60 mph (100 kph), occasionally you'd see a fast-moving European heavy truck coming from the opposite direction. For someone used to left-hand drive and driving on the right side, it's easy to steer into the curb or ditch on the left. On the Isle of Skye, I even got two tickets in a single day. The first was for overnight parking where charges start after 8 AM the next day—the officer issued the ticket at 8:20 to meet his quota. The second was because parking on roads with double yellow lines is prohibited—foreigners commonly parked like that, and I wasn't paying attention. I confronted the officer (both tickets were issued by the same officer) and explained the official parking lot was full, and he replied bluntly, “Come back another day then.” When I mentioned I already received two tickets, he mockingly said, “Today sure is my lucky day!” I deeply regretted not responding sharply at the time. Later, I appealed online and received a response the very next day stating that since I was a foreigner visiting for the first time and might be unfamiliar with the rules, both tickets would be canceled, which did lift my spirits a bit.
Edinburgh
Reviewed: September 9, 2025
10
Excellent
The car was brand new with only 5,000 kilometers on it and in excellent condition!
Paris
Reviewed: September 8, 2025
10
Excellent
Good
San Francisco
Reviewed: September 3, 2025
10
Excellent
The staff were very nice. When a problem with the car was discovered midway, they provided a replacement.
London
Reviewed: August 11, 2025
10
Excellent
Very satisfied. During pickup, there were multiple car models to choose from. Insurance upgrades were introduced but not forcefully sold. After getting off the shuttle at the rental location, the staff member with a tablet started assisting right at the door without needing to enter the office. After filling out some simple information, I was taken to the parking lot to select a car.
London
Reviewed: August 8, 2025
10
Excellent
The service attitude was excellent.
London
Reviewed: July 21, 2025
10
Excellent
Very satisfied
Avignon
Reviewed: July 21, 2025
2
Poor
York
Reviewed: July 21, 2025
10
Excellent
Satisfied
Edinburgh
Reviewed: July 21, 2025
10
Excellent
Overall, it was pretty good. Picking up and returning the car were both very convenient and quick. The car rental location is not far from the terminal exit, near the car hire area.
East Midlands
Reviewed: July 18, 2025
9
Great booking experience and good car.
Always a very long wait at this pickup location.
Toronto
Reviewed: July 12, 2025
10
Excellent
Quick and efficient
Dubrovnik
Reviewed: July 2, 2025
10
Excellent
The company offered a free upgrade to a better car model. The rental company’s signs are easy to spot, and the address is clear. Pickup and drop-off happen at the same location, making the process convenient and fast.
Strasbourg
Reviewed: June 18, 2025
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