CAR RENTAL REVIEWS ON AVIS IN BARCELONA

The car that I rented was nice (Jeep Compass with about 30K of mileage), clean inside-outside. Fast pick-up, I bought additional full insurance for normal price (you can bargain about price at the counter). I was fully happy with AVIS. Highly recommend PS: we rented a car for 4 pers. + 3 luggages + 3 snowboards and 1 Ski.

Satisfied

Minimal promotion

International brand with professional service.

Need to improve on Vehicle Availability as offered me alternate Vehicle due to non availability

Good Service

Average

There were no designated Avis parking spots at the Barcelona rental location; the car was parked in a regular garage spot. The rental was upgraded without notice, and we only found out upon collecting the car. Because the parking lot was far from the rental office and difficult to find, we didn't bother to go back and exchange it. A silver Opel parked next to our rental shadowed us, and when we stopped at a service area for less than ten minutes, the entire car was emptied. The car lock and windows were undamaged. We reported everything to the police and found witnesses, but it's hard to say if there was any foul play, and we had to bear the loss ourselves. When returning the car, the Avis staff were also very rude. After the incident, contacting the rental customer service provided only official responses. Overall, very unsatisfied and will not use them again.

Waited a long time, very inefficient.

Due to communication issues, I only needed an additional driver insurance, but the rental company charged me for comprehensive insurance, resulting in double charges of 773.45 euros. I had previously chosen the super supplemental insurance with my booking on the rental platform, meaning I wouldn't need to pay any extra fees in case of any issues. I couldn't contact the rental platform while abroad, and I am currently resolving the issue with them after returning home.

The staff's attitude was average

The reception staff were very talkative and extremely inefficient

At Barcelona airport, AVIS was the only car rental company with a queue for car pick-up, while others were deserted. This shows its popularity; the service was naturally attentive and excellent.

The car rental company charged excessive repair fees, ten times the normal amount. A complaint has been filed.

The return process was simple and efficient, very good. When picking up the car, they checked my Chinese driver's license, Dutch passport, and China Bank Visa card for a long time and said it was not acceptable. After explaining for a while and showing my long-term work visa for China, they finally gave me the car. Their staff have different levels of competence.

Avis in Spain could improve their service speed a bit

Arrived after midnight. The rental company had already added many items to the contract. I did an electronic signature on the computer without even receiving a detailed list, which caused issues.

We rented a car in Seville and a hotel staff member crashed into our car. The rental company immediately charged our credit card. We had purchased the super insurance from the rental company, but it's been three months, and they refuse to compensate us for various reasons. We regret not buying the rental company's full insurance. We've never had an accident before, and it feels like the rental company's insurance is a joke. I strongly recommend everyone to buy the rental company's insurance directly—do not purchase insurance from the rental company. Learn from my experience. It looks like I'll have to go through the insurance regulatory agency for this.

Hardly any queues

The window was smashed and they directly charged me? At least inform me during the process.

The Avis counter staff at Barcelona airport said that I don't need to refuel the car, claiming that the company's fuel charges are the same as the gas stations. I used less than half a tank and didn't refuel before returning the car, but later I was charged for a full tank. This staff member seriously misled me about the fuel price and refueling rules, avoiding the important details, which is completely fraudulent.