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Car & Van Hire - Bournemouth

Bournemouth

Location Details

185-191 Charminster Road
Bournemouth, ENG, GB, BH8 9QQ

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+44 1202 547222
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Hiring a car at Bournemouth

With its wide expanse of sandy, golden beaches and chalk cliffs, Bournemouth has become one of the largest seaside resorts in Dorset. Originally a fishing town, this seaside resort is a favourite with travellers in and outside of the UK.This is a place known just as much for its Victorian charm as its shopping centres and Grade II listed Victorian Gardens, and for having the UK's first and only coastal activity park. Visitors also come here to see the wildlife by visiting Jurassic Coast, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Enterprise branches are located at Southampton Airport, which gives easy access for travellers arriving at or departing from the airport, Christchurch (107 Barrack Road), Poole (510 Ringwood Road) and Ferndown (441 Wimborne Road ). The Christchurch branch is the closest to the city centre and may be more convenient for those in and around that area.

Cheap Car and Van Rental in Bournemouth

Enterprise understands that cost-effective car rental is important, and they have provided their customers with various ways to save money. This allows the customer to get the car or van of their choice while cutting back on extra expenditure.For fuel efficiency, Enterprise have economy cars. These are large enough for four passengers, with a boot space that takes up to three bags. The good thing about these economy cars is that they are big enough for a family, while still allowing drivers to save on the fuel.

Bournemouth Van Hire

When taking out van rental from Enterprise, customers can rest assured that all vehicles are well maintained – Enterprise vans and cars must pass a thorough inspection before they are rented out to customers.For people looking for some extra space, or for larger families, Enterprise offers people carriers. There are also vans with tail-lifts for hire. Commercial vans are also on offer for those heavy-duty hauls and commercial purposes. Learn more about Enterprise van hire.

A Wide Range of Vehicles to Hire

Everyone has different needs and reasons for hiring a car or a van. It could be for sightseeing, for commercial use, holidaying or simply because a family car is out of service. Whatever the reason, Enterprise has a car or van to match. They also have a great selection of other vehicles, such as SUVs and people carriers. Cars are available as four-seaters, with space for up to three bags; there are even five-seater cars with three-bag boot spaces, and for those needing more space, five-seaters with four-bag boot spaces.

Driving Information in Bournemouth

For somewhere that is a busy seaside resort, there are still plenty of places to park around Bournemouth. For example, Bournemouth Pavilion car park has a good number of car parking spaces, and there is also on-street parking available.In the summer months, there is an influx of visitors to the Bournemouth area. For this reason, roads such as the A35 leading into Bournemouth may get a little busier. The best way to get around this is by planning your journey to avoid the common rush-hour periods.

Rental Policies

Bournemouth Car Hire FAQs

The cost of a rental car depends on many factors and can vary greatly. These factors include:

  • The length of time you are renting the car
  • Car class selected
  • Rental location
  • Added insurance or protection products
  • Additional products selected
  • If you have to modify your reservation
  • If you have to extend your reservation
  • If you have to change your rental drop-off location

For the most accurate pricing, start a reservation.

To rent a car from Enterprise Rent-A-Car in the United States and Canada, you will need the following:

  • To be 25 years old 
  • A valid driving licence with a photo
  • A photo ID (for example: a driving licence or passport)
  • Credit or debit card (check the acceptable forms of payment at the location you're renting from)

Some locations may require additional information, including but not limited to: 

  • An International Driving Permit (IDP): If the licence is written in a language or characters different from those of the country of rental, an IDP is also required. Renters are advised to check whether local authorities require foreign drivers to present an International Driving Permit to avoid the risk of potential fines. Renters with licences from countries that are not part of the International Driving Permit Agreement should carry a certified translation.
  • Return travel and accommodation information: Visitors to the UK must also provide proof of return travel and accommodation information while in the UK. 

As a customer, you have a choice as to how you would like to pay for fuel.

Fuel policy at non-airport locations:

  • You may refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level you received when you picked up the vehicle, or if you choose not to refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level, you will be charged the local Enterprise rate which is typically above the local pump price. An additional refuelling charge may apply at some locations.
  • A full tank of fuel is not guaranteed.

Fuel policy at airport car rental locations:

  • You may refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level you received when you picked up the vehicle, or if you choose not to refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level, you will be charged the local Enterprise rate which is typically above the local pump price. An additional refuelling charge may apply at some locations.
  • You may opt to pre-pay for fuel — pre-pay gives you two conveniences:
    • You can avoid the hassle of having to fuel up the vehicle before returning.
    • The pre-pay fuel option is calculated at the local rate of fuel minus a per gallon discount.

Note: Pre-paid fuel is only sold in full tanks at the discounted price per gallon and is not refundable. Local fuel rates will vary by the area you are renting a vehicle.

For additional questions, please visit our main car rental FAQs page.