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nygiants11991 · July 30, 2007, 03:12 PM

What experience have you had renting from this airport? I need a SUV, because there is going to be 4 possibly 5 adults. I checked Hertz, and I thought they were reasonable, until I seen Alamo prices. Alamo was a savings of approx $300.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

EZ-ED · July 30, 2007, 04:03 PM

We've used the OGG Alamo several times without problems. This year we happened to get a better rate with Budget so are going with them for our next OGG trip in Sept.

rschallig · July 30, 2007, 07:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nygiants11991

I need a SUV, because there is going to be 4 possibly 5 adults.

Be sure to check if the SUV will also hold the luggage for 5 adults. Are we talking 10 checked bags with the usual carry-on's?
Regards, Bob

nygiants11991 · July 30, 2007, 07:28 PM

No, Prob 3-4 mid size bags and the same number of small carry-ons.

nygiants11991 · July 30, 2007, 07:29 PM

You really don't need that much clothes in Hawaii

(Sorry I hit the submit button too soon)

Lee B · July 31, 2007, 07:18 PM

I have a long history of good rentals from Alamo, but last Sunday's paper had an article about the high number of complaints about them with the BBB.

http://www.mercurynews.com/columns/ci_6492721

For this reason, I'll work a little to avoid them in the future, unless their rate is too good to pass up.

Bill Daugherty · July 31, 2007, 08:31 PM

Used Alamo at OGG in April. No problem. Good car. Easy in and out service with prompt shuttles. 107% satisfied.

fnover · August 1, 2007, 10:42 AM

I have used Alamo in OGG for several years in January with out a problem but this year I got a better deal from National even though they are the same company.

Fletcher921 · August 1, 2007, 03:38 PM

We swore off Alamo in Maui years ago due to "I don't remember what". This past May, I saw the price difference and tried them again. NO MORE. Poorly maintained, dirty, shabby vehicle the first time, then they replaced for us a few days later when the tire blew out on the way to Hana. Poorly maintained, dirty and shabby again. We are back to Budget.

ascarborough · August 1, 2007, 07:13 PM

I had good luck with Thrifty in July at OGG. Shuttle was very quick, got upgraded to a new Sebring convertible, check in and return were fast, and shuttle was quick back to the airport. Thrifty was cheaper than the rest.

In December I used Alamo and had to take the mini van back because the sliding door would not close correctly.

July 30, 2007, 03:12 PM	#1
nygiants11991 TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: May 11, 07 Location: California Posts: 254 Resorts: Marriott Maui Ocean Club; Imperial Waikiki	Car Rental from Kahului Airportr What experience have you had renting from this airport? I need a SUV, because there is going to be 4 possibly 5 adults. I checked Hertz, and I thought they were reasonable, until I seen Alamo prices. Alamo was a savings of approx $300. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

July 30, 2007, 04:03 PM	#2
EZ-ED TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 6, 05 Posts: 341	We've used the OGG Alamo several times without problems. This year we happened to get a better rate with Budget so are going with them for our next OGG trip in Sept. __________________ Buddy and Ed

August 1, 2007, 10:42 AM	#8
fnover TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 9, 05 Location: Annandale NJ Posts: 115 Resorts: Kauai Beach Club	I have used Alamo in OGG for several years in January with out a problem but this year I got a better deal from National even though they are the same company. __________________ Fred

August 1, 2007, 03:38 PM	#9
Fletcher921 TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 6, 05 Location: El Cajon, CA Posts: 666 Resorts: Westin Mission Hills, CA; Los Abrigados, AZ; The Whaler, HI; Playa Del Sol Costa Sur, MX; Westgate Park City, UT	We swore off Alamo in Maui years ago due to "I don't remember what". This past May, I saw the price difference and tried them again. NO MORE. Poorly maintained, dirty, shabby vehicle the first time, then they replaced for us a few days later when the tire blew out on the way to Hana. Poorly maintained, dirty and shabby again. We are back to Budget. __________________ Babs coming soon: Nov 24-Dec 6 Amsterdam/Germany Cruise Jan 23-30 Sundance Festival Park City Mar 27-Apr 3 Sheraton Mountain Vista CO May 16-30 Whaler Maui June 22-29 Abacos Moorings Charter Last edited by Fletcher921 : August 1, 2007 at 03:40 PM. Reason: i kant spell

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July 30, 2007, 07:28 PM	#4
nygiants11991 TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: May 11, 07 Location: California Posts: 254 Resorts: Marriott Maui Ocean Club; Imperial Waikiki	No, Prob 3-4 mid size bags and the same number of small carry-ons.

July 30, 2007, 07:29 PM	#5
nygiants11991 TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: May 11, 07 Location: California Posts: 254 Resorts: Marriott Maui Ocean Club; Imperial Waikiki	You really don't need that much clothes in Hawaii (Sorry I hit the submit button too soon)

July 31, 2007, 07:18 PM	#6
Lee B TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Jun 7, 05 Location: San Jose CA Posts: 609 Resorts: Mountain Retreat, Makai Club, Winners Circle, Vacation Internationale	I have a long history of good rentals from Alamo, but last Sunday's paper had an article about the high number of complaints about them with the BBB. http://www.mercurynews.com/columns/ci_6492721 For this reason, I'll work a little to avoid them in the future, unless their rate is too good to pass up.

July 31, 2007, 08:31 PM	#7
Bill Daugherty TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Sep 10, 05 Posts: 60	Used Alamo at OGG in April. No problem. Good car. Easy in and out service with prompt shuttles. 107% satisfied.

August 1, 2007, 07:13 PM	#10
ascarborough TUG Member BBS Reg. Date: Feb 1, 06 Location: Granite Bay, CA Posts: 16	I had good luck with Thrifty in July at OGG. Shuttle was very quick, got upgraded to a new Sebring convertible, check in and return were fast, and shuttle was quick back to the airport. Thrifty was cheaper than the rest. In December I used Alamo and had to take the mini van back because the sliding door would not close correctly.