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Can someone else drive my rental car?
Yes. Anyone who is going to drive the rental car must be present and added to the rental agreement as an additional driver when you pick up the car. There may be a charge for each additional driver.…
What are the benefits of creating an account?
As a registered Hotwire user, you'll have the option to enjoy the following benefits:
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Store your personal info securely on our site. The next time you book travel, you're ready to…
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Store your personal info securely on our site. The next time you book travel, you're ready to…
What if I miss my flight (or it is delayed) and that affects my ability to pick up my car?
Late pick-up is not guaranteed for car rentals; your car reservation will be held only until the time you indicated you would pick up the car. The rental agency may have a car available at the…
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What’s a Hot Rate® Hotel?
Want to stay in an expensive hotel for cheap? Then it’s time you booked a Hot Rate® Hotel.
What’s a Hot Rate®?
It’s a crazy good deal on an awesome hotel, all because we keep the name under wraps…
What’s a Hot Rate®?
It’s a crazy good deal on an awesome hotel, all because we keep the name under wraps…
Can I add drivers to my rental car reservation?
Yes. Additional drivers must be present and added to your rental agreement when you pick up the rental car. There may be a charge for each additional driver; Hot Rate® Car bookings cover only one…
What are Hot Rate® Cars?
Hot Rate Cars are the low prices that Hotwire consistently offers our customers every time you book on our site, even at the last minute!
The key is getting these great low prices is flexibility: The…
The key is getting these great low prices is flexibility: The…
Department of Transportation rules & regulations
United States: Rules & Regulations
As a traveler, you're entitled to certain rights during your travel experience. For example, you may qualify for a refund from your airline, in some…
Severe Weather Travel Disruptions
If severe weather disrupts your travel, we’re here to help you 24/7. Severe weather includes things like winter storms, hurricanes, tornadoes, etc.
Flights:
Please reference the flight tab in the Help…
Flights:
Please reference the flight tab in the Help…
How do I submit a Low Price Guarantee refund request?
We work with our partners to get the best rates on cars, flights and vacation packages. We are sure they’re the lowest prices you’ll find. We back this up with our Low Price Guarantee. If within 24…
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