Car Hire FAQs
What do I need to hire a car with Enterprise?
The essential items you will need to bring to an Enterprise Rent-A-Car branch when hiring a vehicle are:
- a valid drivers licence
- valid ID
- a credit or debit card.
You will also need to prove you are over 25 years of age, and there may be additional documentation required for international drivers.
Can I hire a car with a debit card?
We accept all major debit cards except for Maestro, Electron, Solo and pre-paid cards. To hire our 4x4s and premium vehicles, we require a credit card. All cards MUST have the main driver's name on it.
How much does it cost to rent a car?
Our prices may vary because car hire prices are based on various factors such as, vehicle size, seasonality, length of rental, vehicle make, availability and location. Customers are advised to start the booking process to determine the exact price.
Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?
You can modify or cancel your reservation via our website or mobile app. If you prepaid your booking and you cancel 3 days or more before your specified pick up time you will receive a full refund of the total amount. To extend your car rental, you can click “Call to Extend Your Rental” in our mobile app. You can also call your rental branch or 0800 800 227 to extend your reservation.
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Renting a Car at Bournemouth
Local Car and Van Hire in 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.