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About Alamo car rental

Alamo Car Rental was founded in 1974 and today is a globally-recognised car rental brand, with branches around the world, from North American to Europe and Australia. Owned by the largest car rental company in the United States, Alamo is known for its wide range of rental vehicles, and it often caters to leisure travellers on a budget.

Why book an Alamo Vehicle?

  • Alamo offers a wide selection of makes and models of vehicles.

  • It has depot locations in major cities and airports right around Australia.

  • Alamo’s security bond is generally lower than the average amount requested.

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Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think

Our customers have rated their Alamo car rental booking experience 4.8/5
(2,632 reviews)
  • 04 Jun 2025

    Very helpful, easy to set up, thanks

    peter a.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Gold Coast Airport
    Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 03 Jun 2025

    Quick and easy

    alexander p.
    Booked: MG 3 or similar
    Cairns Domestic Airport
    MG 3 or similar
  • 31 May 2025

    Information entered easily.

    john b.
    Booked: MG 3 or similar
    Cairns Domestic Airport
    MG 3 or similar
  • 31 May 2025

    It was quick and easy to compare

    danielle c.
    Booked: MG HS or similar
    Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
    MG HS or similar
  • 17 May 2025

    Super easy can pay on pickup

    lisa j.
    Booked: Mazda CX-3 or similar
    Hobart International Airport
    Mazda CX-3 or similar
  • 15 May 2025

    Quick & Easy! Love it

    nathan m.
    Booked: Volkswagen Polo or similar
    Canberra International Airport
    Volkswagen Polo or similar
  • 06 May 2025

    Easy and good price

    titaree j.
    Booked: MG 3 or similar
    Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
    MG 3 or similar
  • 05 May 2025

    Way to understand over the phone happy with the price Easy to understand Glad to book with vroomvroomvroom

    ian s.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Whitsunday Coast Airport
    Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 28 Apr 2025

    Easy

    kyle m.
    Booked: Skoda Scala or similar
    Whitsunday Coast Airport
    Skoda Scala or similar
  • 27 Apr 2025

    Easy booking system

    gary b.
    Booked: Skoda Scala or similar
    Gold Coast Airport
    Skoda Scala or similar
  • 25 Apr 2025

    easy to use

    adrian b.
    Booked: Mazda CX-8 or similar
    Launceston Airport
    Mazda CX-8 or similar
  • 12 Apr 2025

    Easy to navigate the booking process

    philip k.
    Booked: Volkswagen Polo or similar
    Cairns Domestic Airport
    Volkswagen Polo or similar
  • 05 Apr 2025

    Always good

    gregory c.
    Booked: MG 3 or similar
    Brisbane Domestic Airport
    MG 3 or similar
  • 01 Apr 2025

    Quick efficient online process

    michael b.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Port Lincoln Airport
    Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 31 Mar 2025

    Quick and easy!

    matt a.
    Booked: Mystery Car or similar
    Canberra International Airport
    Mystery Car or similar
  • 29 Mar 2025

    Easy to use and always get a good rate (providing a book far enough in advance).

    anna h.
    Booked: Volkswagen Polo or similar
    Gold Coast Airport
    Volkswagen Polo or similar
  • 23 Mar 2025

    Easy to understand and use

    rodney f.
    Booked: Mazda CX-3 or similar
    Sunshine Coast Airport
    Mazda CX-3 or similar
  • 17 Mar 2025

    Great

    georgina b.
    Booked: MG 3 or similar
    Sunshine Coast Airport
    MG 3 or similar
  • 15 Mar 2025

    Good clear information

    anthony b.
    Booked: Toyota RAV4 or similar
    Brisbane Domestic Airport
    Toyota RAV4 or similar
  • 15 Mar 2025

    Easy experience

    ian v.
    Booked: Skoda Scala or similar
    Canberra International Airport
    Skoda Scala or similar
  • 12 Mar 2025

    I had to change a booking last minute and the team were so helpful in making it a seemless and painless experience. Thanks

    kaliegh s.
    Booked: Mazda CX-8 or similar
    Cairns Domestic Airport
    Mazda CX-8 or similar
  • 04 Mar 2025

    Easy

    rob k.
    Booked: Mystery Car or similar
    Sydney Domestic Airport
    Mystery Car or similar
  • 03 Mar 2025

    It is pretty simple to use

    william s.
    Booked: Mystery Car or similar
    Perth International Airport
    Mystery Car or similar
  • 01 Mar 2025

    Very easy process

    christopher a.
    Booked: Toyota Kluger or similar
    Brisbane Domestic Airport
    Toyota Kluger or similar
  • 01 Mar 2025

    Very easy to navigate through the search and booking of a hire car.

    lisa l.
    Booked: Toyota Kluger or similar
    Sydney International Airport
    Toyota Kluger or similar
  • 27 Feb 2025

    Very easy to use

    stephen t.
    Booked: Volkswagen Polo or similar
    Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
    Volkswagen Polo or similar
  • 26 Feb 2025

    Easy

    sarah r.
    Booked: MG 3 or similar
    Gold Coast Airport
    MG 3 or similar
  • 26 Feb 2025

    Easy and fast

    gavin c.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Townsville Airport
    Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 23 Feb 2025

    Easy to use

    john b.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Hobart International Airport
    Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 15 Feb 2025

    Happy

    stephen h.
    Booked: Volkswagen Polo or similar
    Adelaide Airport
    Volkswagen Polo or similar
  • 14 Feb 2025

    Easy

    peter b.
    Booked: MG 3 or similar
    Perth Domestic Airport T3 And T4
    MG 3 or similar
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Vehicle types available at Alamo

  • Premium Crossover

    Premium Crossover
    3 Large 2 Small
    5
    4
  • Fullsize Car

    Fullsize Car
    3 Large 2 Small
    5
    4
  • Economy Car

    Economy Car
    5
    4
  • Intermediate Car

    Intermediate Car
    1 Large 2 Small
    5
    4
  • Compact Car

    Compact Car
    1 Large 2 Small
    5
    4
  • Premium Passenger Van

    Premium Passenger Van
    2 Large 2 Small
    8
    4
  • Intermediate SUV

    Intermediate SUV
    1 Large 2 Small
    5
    4
  • Standard SUV

    Standard SUV
    1 Large 2 Small
    7
    5
  • Special

    Special
    1 Large 1 Small
    5
    4
  • Standard Car

    Standard Car
    2 Large 1 Small
    5
    4
  • Mini Passenger Van

    Mini Passenger Van
    2 Large 3 Small
    7
    2
  • Compact SUV

    Compact SUV
    1 Large 1 Small
    5
    5
  • Fullsize SUV

    Fullsize SUV
    2 Large 2 Small
    7
    5
  • Fullsize Pick up (single/extended cab)

    Fullsize Pick up (single/extended cab)
    5
    4

Frequently asked questions

On renting a vehicle with Alamo

  • Where can you rent an Alamo vehicle?

    Alamo has outlets Australia-wide with depots in all the state capitals, international airports, and major urban centres. See the list below for the number of depots in each state. QLD (9), ACT (4), NT (2), TAS (2), VIC (1), NSW (4), WA (4), SA (6)

  • What types of vehicles does Alamo rent?

    Alamo has one of the broadest ranges of family-friendly vehicles in Australia, offering everything from compact cars and sedans through to pickups and commercial vehicles. Premium Crossover, Fullsize Car, Economy Car, Intermediate Car, Compact Car, Premium Passenger Van, Intermediate SUV, Standard SUV, Special, Standard Car, Mini Passenger Van, Compact SUV, Fullsize SUV, Fullsize Pick up (single/extended cab)

  • How can I pay for my car hire with Alamo?

    Alamo accepts Visa and MasterCard credit cards and Visa and MasterCard debit cards as payment for a rental car. Alamo does not accept prepaid or reloadable stored value cards, travel money cards, or EFTPOS cards, nor does Alamo accept cards presented on smart phones or watches, or other contactless forms of payment — you must present a physical card at the rental car desk.

  • How much does Alamo require for a security bond and how long will it take to refund?

    The amount of the security bond levied by Alamo may vary depending on your means of payment and type of vehicle. The amount held can range from $200 to $1,000. Once you have returned your rental vehicle, subject to any additional charges, your security deposit will be released. The refund usually takes two to ten days, but can take up to 28 days, and the amount of time required for this depends on your bank. For more details, please see the “Important Information” section for details specific to your rental vehicle, or contact our customer care team for assistance.

  • What is the minimum age to hire a car from Alamo in Australia?

    Alamo’s minimum age requirement for rental car drivers is 21, although drivers under the age of 25 may incur a Young Driver Surcharge. This under 25 fee is a daily surcharge charged on a per-driver per-day basis for the full period of the rental. Drivers under the age of 25 may be restricted to certain vehicle types. To learn more, including the amount of the charge for drivers under the age of 25, please see the “Important Information” section for details specific to your rental vehicle, or contact our customer care team for assistance.

  • What type of driver licence does Alamo accept?

    Alamo requires a valid full driver’s licence that has been valid for at least twelve months and is printed in English. If your licence isn’t in English, you will need to present an International Driving Permit (IDP) along with your valid domestic driving licence. Some Alamo locations may permit provisional licence holders to rent and drive their vehicles. Once a booking is confirmed, please call the location directly to confirm if they will accept a provisional licence and any additional fees that they would require.

  • Can I add an additional driver to my Alamo car rental?

    Yes, Alamo allows for additional drivers, but each additional driver is subject to the same criteria as the primary driver. An additional one-off fee will be applied for each additional driver.

  • Does an Alamo hire car include insurance?

    Yes. Basic cover is included in the rental quote, but should the vehicle be stolen or damaged in an accident, or a third-party loss occurs, you’ll be liable to pay up to the Rental Vehicle Excess amount as per your Alamo Rental Agreement. The excess refers to the amount renters are liable for before the basic cover applies and the amount of this excess can vary depending on the type of vehicle, the age of the renter, and a number of other variables. Alamo also offers a collision damage waiver at the desk when you collect your car. A paid add-on, this can reduce your financial liability in the event of you having an accident or your hire car being damaged, however please read their Terms and Conditions to find out what is and isn’t included with their damage waiver. Prosura, available for purchase at the time you book your hire car through VroomVroomVroom, offers comprehensive coverage at a reasonable cost.

  • Does an Alamo rental car include roadside assistance?

    Yes. Alamo includes roadside assistance for all mechanical defects not resulting from human error or misuse of the rental vehicle. In the instance of non-mechanical issues, such as, but not restricted to, lost keys, keys locked in the vehicle, or a flat battery due to lights being left on, Alamo may charge you a call-out fee. Alamo offers coverage for more comprehensive roadside assistance as an additional fee-based service.

  • How do I pay for road tolls with Alamo?

    All payments for tolls, along with a per-toll surcharge, will be automatically charged to the credit card you provided to Alamo for your rental car. For more information regarding these charges, please see the “Important Information” section for details specific to your rental vehicle, or contact our customer care team.

Note: The information above was correct at the time of publication.
Please check the Terms and Conditions of your chosen vehicle for specific details.

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