Skip the rental counter lines and check in directly by using Alamo's touch-screen kiosk. Check-in using the kiosk and a receipt-sized rental agreement is printed. You'll be directed to your hire car on the lot. At the exit booth, show the booth agent your rental agreement and driving licence—and simply drive away.
You can save time at the counter when you activate Accelerated Check-in online. Just provide your driver's license and contact information that are normally collected at pick-up and we will be ready when you arrive. You'll be on the road and on vacation before you know it!
Returning your vehicle after the location closes is easy with Alamo. We'll tell you where to park it; just drop the keys in the dropbox and you're on your way!
No need to visit the counter or kiosk. You can go straight to your car!
In order to take advantage of this optional free service, you'll need to activate Accelerated Check-In online then choose the "Skip the Counter" option. You will be required to confirm your protection options, agree to the Rental Agreement Terms & Conditions and enter valid credit card details (there will be no charge until you return your vehicle). Simply print your rental agreement to bring with you, and you are all set! Go directly to your car, show the booth agent your rental agreement and driving licence—and get on the road!
As the second largest city in California, mellow San Diego is the perfect destination for a laid back road trip. Situated adjacent to the Mexican border, it enjoys great weather throughout the year. Three highlights include the stunning natural deep water harbour, fascinating naval history and an award-winning zoo, which is regularly named one of the best in the world.
Arranging car hire in San Diego through Alamo Rent A Car is easy – the airport is just three miles from downtown, so you'll be exploring the city in no time. If you want to share the San Diego driving experience with a friend, take advantage of our free additional driver offer.
It's easy to organise Car rental in San Diego. The wonderful downtown district is just three miles from San Diego International Airport, so you'll be enjoying the sights in no time – especially if you've selected our 'skip the counter' option when booking. For a real flavour of the city's amazing naval history, take a stroll from San Diego Enbarcadero – a busy cruise ship hub – to the pretty waterfront shopping and dining hub of Seaport Village. Be sure to stop at the famous USS Midway Museum, once the largest ship in the world, and the longest serving aircraft carrier in the history of the U.S.
No driving holiday here is complete without a trip to the Old Town. A San Diego rental car can take you from the modern city by the bay to this fascinating historical hub in as little as 10 minutes. Located in the north, Old Town San Diego State Historic Park includes many museums and attractions that are free to the public. Visit the 1825 Casa de Estudillo, one of the finest adobe haciendas in the state, view a rare original stagecoach at the Wells Fargo Museum, and see a scale model of 19th-century Old Town at the reconstructed Robinson-Rose House.
Those with a passion for the outdoors will fall in love with La Jolla, the glamorous seaside area of San Diego known for its rugged coastline. Drive to Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and take on the beautiful trails that snake past pine trees and sandstone canyons, or relax and play golf at the world-class Torrey Pines Golf Course perched on top of the sea cliffs. For panoramic views, take your San Diego hire car to La Jolla Cove for sweeping vistas of the sea. Finally, don’t forget the option of a one-way car rental from Alamo Rent A Car. If you plan to road trip up the coast, you can simply drop off your vehicle at one of our many other California branches.
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