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Car rental Boise
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Locations: Find all Hertz car rental pick-up locations in Boise, including at Boise Airport.
Fleet: Browse the full range of rental cars in Boise and find the right one for your trip.
Things to do: Discover the best things to do in Boise and how a rental car gets you there.
FAQs: Everything you need to know about car rentals in Boise, Idaho, from one-way options to long-term rental and rental costs.
Renting a car at Boise
Rent a car in Boise, Idaho and experience a warm welcome to the Pacific Northwest. Drift into downtown Boise and spend hours in Boise’s boutiques and galleries. Just out of town, the rolling rural flatlands make way to the rise of the Rocky Mountains – heaven for hikers.
After you touch down at Boise Airport, you’re only a 3.6-mile, 12-minute drive from downtown. With your Hertz rental car, you can experience the surrounding National Forests and Rocky Mountains. The iconic Yellowstone National Park and kooky Portland, Oregon are around a six-hour drive in your holiday car rental on either side.
Hertz gives you a huge choice of rental cars, so you can be sure of having the right vehicle whatever you’re planning. Book your Boise car rental with Hertz today and make the most of your trip to the Treasure Valley.
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Things to do in Boise
Idaho Botanical Garden
2355 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, ID 83712
Located by the Boise River, near the Mesa Reserve, just off Boise Airport, is Idaho Botanical Garden, a lush 25-acre garden filled with flowers, greenery and the heavenly bliss that goes with it. There’s parking for your Boise car rental here, so simply park up and connect with nature for a nice, serene escape. If you’re bringing any dogs with you for the Boise adventure, they’re sure to have a great time. There are also various events held here throughout the year. And you can even book the garden to host your own events, such as business networking meets or weddings. Plus, there are gardening classes to pique your green fingers if you fancy dabbing into a bit of horticulture.
Fork
199 North 8th Street, Boise, ID 83702
Treat yourself and loved ones to a Northwest region gastronomic delight at Fork. It’s based right in the heart of Boise downtown. There are lots of parking options dotted around, both metered and non-metered, as well as parking garages. The décor is elegant, the food – delectable, cooked by some of the top chefs in the city, and the service – extremely welcoming. The menu includes asparagus fries, Northwest crispy chicken salad, golden fried shrimp, as well as veggie favorites such as rosemary-parmesan Idaho French Fries with fork sauce, black truffle fries and Tomato Basil Fondue & Grilled Cheese. A great place to break bread with loved ones or colleagues.
Anniversary Inn Boise
1575 South Lusk Place, Boise, ID 83706
Get a home away from home vibe at hotel Anniversary Inn Boise in central downtown. The location puts you right in the heart of the main central hub, giving you easy access to the hustle and bustle of the main part of the city. Please note, it’s for adults only – so you can’t come here with your children. From the outside, the building looks architecturally stunning. But this is not like any other hotel. Rather than having rooms that all have the same design, they’re all different. And they’re actually ‘suites’, not rooms, with each one looking completely distinctive from the other. For example, there’s oceanside – a wooden décor-filled suite with a seaside cabin feel to it. Then you have ‘Bronco Nights’ – a sport-inspired room with a fussball table and sports fan décor.
Long term car rental
Long term rental cars are good for people who are going to be in and around Boise for a good while. You might not be moving here permanently, but you may have a temporary work assignment, or perhaps you’re waiting for your newly built vehicle to arrive and you need something to drive in the meantime. Rent a car in Boise today and fill the gap so you’re not left without a set of wheels to help you control your transport needs.
One-way car rental
Planning to start off your journey with your car rental in Boise, then venture further beyond Idaho? A one-way car rental lets you pick up and drop off at a Hertz location elsewhere. This gives you flexibility when it comes to booking road trips and the like.
Business rental
Accompany your work trip with a business car rental in Boise. This way, you’re not relying on others for lifts, and you can carry people and items around Boise and the further Gem State in a ride of your choice. Enjoy skip-the-counter benefits with Hertz Gold+ and can earn points along the way.
Popular road trips from Boise
Boise to Shafer Butte (Idaho National Forest)
41.3 miles & one hour and 21 minutes
Drive north from Boise through Bogus Basin and into Boise National Forest, climbing into the Boise Mountains. At Shafer Butte, enjoy panoramic vistas over the breathtakingly beautiful Treasure Valley, scenic hiking trails, mountain scenery and wildflowers in summer.
Boise to Redfish Lake
140 miles & three hours
Travel northeast on I-55 through McCall and Cascade before joining routes toward Stanley. At Redfish Lake, surrounded by the Sawtooth Mountains, visitors can enjoy kayaking, hiking trails, scenic boat tours, fishing, and views of the dramatic alpine landscape.
Boise to Portland
430 miles & six hours and 33 minutes
Follow I-84 west through Boise’s surrounding valleys, passing Ontario, Hells Canyon views near Baker City, and the Columbia River Gorge. In Portland, Oregon, explore Washington Park, Powell's City of Books, the Japanese Garden, and nearby waterfalls along the Columbia Gorge.
FAQs when renting a car in Boise
How much is a car rental in Boise, Idaho?
The cost of a car rental in Boise, Idaho, is down to:
- What car you choose
- The dates you book
- Additional optional extras
- Where you pick it up from
Start a reservation to get an idea of how much your individual booking could cost.
How much for a one-way rental car from Salt Lake City to Boise?
A one-way rental car from Salt Lake City to Boise can differ in price based on various factors. It takes just under five hours to drive the 339-mile journey between the two cities, so a rental for just one day should be enough to cover the journey from Salt Lake City to Boise. Start a reservation to check live pricing for your trip.
How late can I drop off a Boise car rental?
Closing times for individual Hertz locations in Boise can vary. Please check the location section of this page for links to the individual pages for each location, where you can see their opening hours and confirm when you can drop off your rental.
Should I rent a car in Boise?
It depends entirely on your personal needs, circumstances and what you’d use it for. A rental car in Boise can boost your travel plans as it puts you at the helm, letting you plan when and where you want to go, at times that suit you best.
What are the requirements to rent a car in Idaho?
The requirements for renting a car in Idaho are:
- Valid payment card in the driver’s name
- Valid, clean driving license (held for a year or more)
- International driving permit (if you’re an international citizen)
For more information on rental requirements, visit the Support Hub.
A Quick Guide to Boise
Oregon Trail Reserve
4500 East Lake Forest Drive, Boise, ID 83716
Drive your holiday car rental out to the great outdoors. Pop on your walking shoes to discover the reserve of walking trails dedicated to the pioneers who forged their path across the new frontier. You can also see the stone monument commemorating this landmark movement.
Basque Museum and Cultural Center
611 West Grove Street, Boise, ID 83702
The Pacific Northwest saw the arrival of Basque immigrants determined to forge their own path outside Europe. Discover the fascinating story of this 20th-century influx with interactive exhibits and walking tours.
Boise National Forest
Lowman, ID, United States
Go wild in the country, with more than two million acres of beautiful forest to explore for hikes, fishing and snowboarding in the colder months. Boise National Forest features mountainous terrain and lush rolling landscapes.
Old Idaho State Penitentiary
2445 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, ID 83712
Park your Boise car rental and take a tour of the historical Pacific Northwest through the eyes of its criminal past. As well as a walk through the prison blocks, there’s a museum dedicated to military memorabilia and a beautiful botanical garden.
Driving In and Around Boise
- 9th and Main (83702) is open all day Monday to Sunday, opposite Grove Plaza Park. It has more than 500 spaces for your holiday car rental.
- Capitol & Myrtle (83702) charges between 8am-8pm Monday to Friday and 10am-5pm on Saturdays. It’s close to Zoo Boise and the Discovery Center of Idaho, with 450 spaces including disabled parking.
- 9th and Front Garage (83702) has more than 550 spaces available for your Boise rental car. It’s open all day Monday to Sunday, and can be found near Jack’s Urban Meeting Place.
- On-street Metered Parking is available throughout downtown Boise. The first 20 minutes is free.
