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STARCAR RENT A CAR
5505 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33604, United States
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STARCAR RENT A CAR

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Ra
Review №1

Excellent customer service.Extremely professional and courteous. No hassel. No red tape. Great vehicles. Forget the big expense companies and the automated procedures.Cash, debit or credit, its all good with Celeste, the very nice agent.Rates are about half of what youd pay elsewhere.I would highly recommend this car rental company to anyone and especially us out of towners!

Mo
Review №2

This place is a god send to those who don’t have the “proper credit card” to rent a car! I flew into Tampa from Maryland to take my daughter on a mom/daughter trip and take her to tour her soon to be college, I thought all my travel plans were all set (thanks…no thanks… travel app!) until the rental place at the airport wouldn’t let me have my car (wrong type of card for them) but StarCar came thru and saved our trip! They put us in a nice mid sized car and it was a great ride! Newer car, clean, ran perfect definitely not a rip off or junker! I wish I could keep this place a secret (they have a first come first serve motto however they did help guarantee I’d get a car when I was headed to them!) then they would always be available when I come into town to see my kid this year! Hands down best place ever! Staff was polite and price was good! Highly recommend!!!! Thanks Lenny and staff!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Pu
Review №3

Me and my husband rented a vehicle from them during Wrestle Mania Weekend, when everyone else was completely sold out. The customer service was AMAZING!!! They had a great selection with great prices. We will only be renting from them from now on when in the Tampa area

Ma
Review №4

This place gave me a rental when it was impossible to get one. They were amazing and made it super easy. They will always get my business. I am very grateful. Thank you

Th
Review №5

Will continue to rent here in the future, no hastle, in and out the door on the road quickly. I recommend others to come here all the you need is Id and a cash deposit and your on your way.

ch
Review №6

Exxellent,Excellent, an issue needed car for additional days was no problem.

Ag
Review №7

Man they was just Hella over priced but I would be untruthful if I said they are unprofessional

Ta
Review №8

I have never had a good car rental experience until now. Starcar rent a car was there exactly when I needed a car. The price was perfect and the car was clean. Thank you for being there when another car company let me down.

Ju
Review №9

I found this place last minute and they went above and beyond my expectations, the lady celest at the front desk was very sweet, nice and forthcoming and I look forward to renting a car with them again...they accept cash,card and credit and the process was soooooo much convenient than enterprise or the other car rental places!!!

Fi
Review №10

This is the best start car rent a car that have nice people there

Ni
Review №11

Always look out for me with any type of vehicle I need! Pleasant staff very nice. Whatever you need they’ll deliver! Would recommend anytime

He
Review №12

Wonderful experience! Car was clean and the rental process was very fast and easy. The ability to communicate via text was an awesome feature as well! Will definitely be back!

Sl
Review №13

Excellent customer service!!! I highly recommend this car rental place.

Ce
Review №14

Great place!! Enterprise lost me for LIFE!!

Ni
Review №15

Wrong descriptions, all lies.

Da
Review №16

Nice place easy to rent cars here.

Hi
Review №17

I love this company. Not only do they provide quality and convenient services; (including accepting cash), it only took me 15min to get my car!!They are polite and make sure you get what youre paying for. Carmen is a sweetheart. Shes very professional and accommodating. I will definitely use this company as my go to when renting vehicles in the future. Thanks for a great experience.

Ya
Review №18

Amazing!!!! Carmen is such a superstar! This company is easy and painless... No credit card no utility bill no hassle!!! I arrived from PR during a family emergency and no credit card just debit, NO problem whatsoever! Knowledge, courtesy this place has it all, Im such a happy customer!! Ill never go anywhere else, ever! Im telling all my friends and family about them

Sa
Review №19

Over priced and was told they had a car and when we showed they had a mini van ONLY. $699 to rent from Wed- Monday also have to pay security fee.(I know thats normal)

tw
Review №20

Always polite, has good cars

ta
Review №21

Very professional, car was super clean and deposit was given back to me upon arrival to drop the car back off. Will be going back for Father’s Day if any available

La
Review №22

I had a truly delightful experience at Star!! I am so happy that they are in Seminole Heights and they make the car rental process a breeze. The staff is friendly and courteous and they make you feel like more than just another customer. I will definitely be using them again! You guys rocked and help make my birthday weekend amazing and relaxing. Thanks!

Me
Review №23

They prey on the minority’s! They believe since your not able to rent from enterprise or bigger rental places they will charge you double and if that’s not enough they steal your deposit even with no damages. And Carmen is rude and is so happy to tell you she is stealing your deposit. A deposit is for damages I gave them the vehicle cleaner than they gave it to me, they gave it back smelling good after they gave it to me selling like cigarettes, so taking my deposit is not acceptable. DEPOSITS ARE FOR DAMAGES

De
Review №24

We came from San Diego on 10 11 2019. All car rentals in the city were out of Autos. My wife called around and found STARCAR RENT A CAR. and stars they were. They picked us up from the hotel brought us to their business to rent the car. Once we were ready for our flight home they took us to the airport.The Lady receptionist name Carmen was outstanding and did a fantastic job working to get us the car we needed. She has a heavy accent but dont let that fool you because shes very knowledgeable and sweet when comes to taking care of her customers.Thank you starcar.

Wi
Review №25

Great rental company

Th
Review №26

The girl at the counter was very difficult. She sold the last rental while I was there getting my stuff together. So ghetto and unprofessional. The cars are beat up and dirty. They dont look like good rentals. They look like they are the employees cars that they are lending to people.

AJ
Review №27

Service amazing. Rent with cash or credit. Had to rent 2 different times on an emergency basis and they were so accommodating. Vehicle choices very nice. They take great care of their vehicles.

Ky
Review №28

Shady business that caters (and preys) on people who are unqualified to be renting cars. I needed a last minute rental car and I’m 24 y/o so as you can imagine it was difficult finding a company to rent to me. When I found Star Car Rental i thought I found blessing because even though it was but more than I had hoped, they were willing to rent to me. I paid $1450 including a $250 deposit for 12 days. However, after looking at my receipt, and break down of my charges, the total had come out to $989 with the $250 deposit. So there was an extra $210 I was being charged that did not show up on the recipes anywhere. As anyone would, inquired about where this extra charge came from and after speaking to Lenny (owner) for 30 mins in his office, I can confidently say, this company stole/scammed me out of an extra $210. They noticed I was desperate to rent a car in a short time period and charged me whatever they could. The explanation I got for the extra fee was essentially a “post transaction fee” that didn’t print out on the receipt due to a “glitch in the system”. This “glitch in the system” had only occurred one time prior and according to Lenny, I was just trying to be “smart” with him when questioning him on this matter. He gave me the ‘run around’ for 30 mins trying to come up with excuses as to why they charged me an extra $210. The reality? It should’ve never happened, and that’s why I’m getting it back. It’s also why he offered me a free day car rental to make up for the charge after claiming the company did not thing wrong. Be very careful with this company and read your receipt carefully. They know what they’re doing and they keep getting away with it because their renters (on most occasions) are not qualified to rent a car anywhere else and they are desperate. Again, be careful.

Fa
Review №29

Great prices and cars! Got me in a vehicle last minute!

Be
Review №30

Good to work with you!Thanks

Lo
Review №31

As a small business owner and retired Air Force veteran I am always looking for a small business that provides great customer service, a great product, priced right and most important a company that values veterans. Star Car Rent a Car hit all those items. Yerica and Carmen were amazing to work with, kind, professional and very receptive to my needs. They are just a short 5 miles from Tampa airport and well worth the taxi ride to avoid the negative experiences and long lines of the big chain car rental companies at the airport. They have definitely got a lifelong customer in me!!!!

re
Review №32

I love star rent a car everytime I go in I feel welcomed with the smiling faces and they make renting easy. I would recommend this rental agency to everyone. Thank you star rentals for making my life a little easier.

Ma
Review №33

Not only did they rent me a beautiful new car using my debit card, they also charged me the lowest deposit in town. The staff was professional, friendly, and efficient. Ill make sure I come here always, forget about Enterprise or the other brands. This place is awesome.

Be
Review №34

Love this company, they make the process of renting hassle free, they have friendly customer service, and they always have nice vehicles to rent. Ive been a customer from day 1 and they are my go to when I need to rent a vehicle. I definitely recommend them.

An
Review №35

I had the pleasure of using this rental service a little while ago and found that they are an amazing company with courteous and friendly staff. They made the experience pleasant and worry free. Thanks Star Rental!!!

Li
Review №36

Absolutely wonderful I should have put the review in here way before now and I apologize been anyone out there that needs to rent a car definitely go to Star Car Rent-A-Car they are absolutely wonderful and they are on time as you will have a pleasant visit and a pleasant ride

EL
Review №37

Hello! I just rented a car from them. The service was cool. Young lady at the desk cool down to earth. Customer service very Good! It’s cool to go rent from them when you need a renter car with no credit card. Only thing the price for 2 days is 199.00 that’s the only thing The deposit was discounted bc the holidays. If they give rates for a week cheaper or work a deal that would be good. Other then that I would use them again if I need to.

ch
Review №38

They helped me in a bind when my rental reservation was cancelled and enterprise didn’t have any rentals for this weekend. They had rented me a car for the weekend to go out of state the car was clean and handled all of our needs. The rental lady explained everything clearly and the price for a last minute rental for mlk weekend was fair. I would recommend them

Ap
Review №39

Had an awesome & great experience with STAR CAR RENTAL highly recommended to get your rental, I’ll most definitely come back here to rent.

Fr
Review №40

This place is awesome! The staff is very welcoming, nice & understandable, Carmen was the one who took me and she made the rental process much easier and less time taking! Shes very friendly and nice!!!

Br
Review №41

I saw Star Car online. They provide excellent and quick service to there customers. No hassle laid back environment. Very friendly. Gave me what I needed at the last minute! Thank you Star Car Rent a Car!

Fa
Review №42

No hassles. No drama

AN
Review №43

This place is awesome! They dont over charge you like some of the other cash car rentals in the area. If you are looking for a car rental for a day or long term this is the place to go. Car are clean and newer cars.

Ti
Review №44

Thanks you guys were great, had the car for over a month. Easy no hassle rental. Will use again thanks.

Ta
Review №45

Most amazing experience to rent a car. Very understanding and fast. Definitely way better then big car rental companies because they care about the customers!

Sh
Review №46

Very fast reliable. I’m only 20years old, every other place gave me the thumbs down because of my age. I was literally inside for only 10minutes. Service was super quick, and they were very negotiable!! I will be using StarCar services again!!

Gi
Review №47

Friendly staff. Very helpful.

Un
Review №48

The best car rental ever! Most definitely my go to.I love the customer service it’s amazing.

ka
Review №49

I had an issue with my reserved rental at the airport. I was basically stuck with no rental or transportation because I didnt have a credit/debit . But #starcarrentacar helped ke out completely. Thank you so much Carmen. You guys are the best !

Cr
Review №50

I would highly recommend this place other car rentals wanted to charge me a arm an a leg an I need a major credit card. This place got me on the go within 20 mins staff was friendly an professional. Thank you star rental!

Ja
Review №51

THEY WERE THE BEST IN TAMPA TO ME BUT NOW THEY JUST HAVE OUTRAGEOUS PRICES I USED TO GET CARS ALL THE TIME FROM THEM BUT I SEE THAT DOESNT MEAN ANYTHING PRICES HAVE WENT TO HIGH

He
Review №52

As a Veteran and neighborhood historic vacation rental, I stopped in today to meet Yerica and Carmen, visually inspected their fleet and discuss rates for those instances where guests on short fly in/fly out visits want the use of a car. Although we have not rented from StarCar as yet, the office and the vehicles both looked immaculate and was greeted with a smile and courtesy.

St
Review №53

Whats with the MEDIOCRE.SERVICE...THEY WANT YOU DNA SAMPLE Soon..no online bookingWAIT 3 min on holdAsks you of you have residence and return.ticketSCREW THESE JOKERS...Work on COSTUMER SKILLS... the lady that a spoke with is either racist or xenophobic... maybe was Karen but cant be sure... but your COMPANY POLICY and training NEED reflect if you care for customer service. rather than ANNOYANCE AND PREJUDICE!she kept asking me for residence even though I.said I a valid US State drivers license

Br
Review №54

Absolutely amazing service! My sister and I had been trying to rent a car all morning and nothing was going right. Finally we came here (wish we did that first) and Yerica helped us out so much. She worked with us I’m sure we were needy lol but she was patient and understanding. We will definitely be backAlso they play great music! 💯

de
Review №55

Great customer service and good if you are under 21 but need to rent a car. Also gives military discount. Highly recommend

Ai
Review №56

Awesome and quick experience! Yerica and Lenny was a very big help and worked with me tremendously. I would recommend this place to anybody whose looking for a easy way to rent a car!

Ca
Review №57

Best customer service in town, the cars are good reliable and affordable. Definitely check them out.

An
Review №58

Very friendly, very nice cars. Rented Wednesday for out of town returned today and car was more than great. Thanks ladies🌻

Jo
Review №59

Great experience. Easy car rental agreement. Nice car selections. Get your car from here dont waste your time with the rest.

la
Review №60

Fantastic customer service. Very professional polite atmosphere. Brand new clean gas friendly vehicles. I look forward to booking again!

Ed
Review №61

First time renter, awesome experience.very clean and nice cars, the best part of my experience was the customer service representative at the front desk, she (Erica) made me feel like a very valued customer and out of 5 stars she deserves 10. I will definitely be a repeat customer/patron of this establishment.

Sa
Review №62

Carmen at the help desk was an absolute angel we had a debacle take place at the airport and we were not able to rent a car there we looked around at a few other places and came across star car and I have to say by far this wonderful little hidden gem was a lot more accommodating than the bigger name rental car places if youre ever in Tampa and youre looking for a friendly face a clean and cool ride be sure to look them up

Do
Review №63

Very nice and friendly environment. Car was clean and perfect. I would highly recommend them. Fast and friendly see service

Jo
Review №64

StarCar came recommended at a time when I needed it the most. I had tried apps like Turo and HyreCar only to be rejected or denied. The rental companies at the airport would only rent out vehicles to someone with a credit card, and might need a travel itinerary as well. I was tired of wasting money on Uber and Lyft, as well as constantly having to carry my luggage with me everywhere I went. In the car rental market, StarCar makes a bold claim that they will rent with cash and debit but they stick to their word. The process was very quick and the employees are super friendly. Also the deposit is cheaper than Enterprise, and they make it easy to renew if youd like to keep the vehicle for longer. I would highly recommend StarCar to anyone looking for a weekend getaway, or just needing to get to work on time.

Ja
Review №65

I am from out of town and I was not really aware of the location of my hotel. I really needed a rental. I found Starcar Rental and Carmen explained everything and offered to pick me up from my hotel to get to her location. She was not concerned about the distance of my hotel. She just told me to be ready in about 40 minutes. Once I arrived she handled everything. She even offered to open up her office early on Monday to assist us to get to the airport on time. She was awesome. The owner of Starcar Rental drove us to the airport and I tried to tip him. He refused and said this is what we do for all our customers. I love love Starcar Rent.

So
Review №66

Awesome place to rent. Very clean cars most of them brand new and well priced. I definitely recommend them

Do
Review №67

These guys are absolutely amazing! They totally helped me out in a jam that could have ruined my vacation. They were curtious and understanding. A complete pleasure, thank you STARCAR!!!!

Ni
Review №68

Searched for a rental for an entire day until i found Starcar Rent a car. Lenny and Willy are great they made sure I got what I needed with no credit checks. Very helpful and convenient

Ca
Review №69

Awesome staff. Cars are very nice and clean. Will be going to them again soon.

Re
Review №70

Great prices great service great cars I would highly recommend it to my friends and family we were very happy with the service Carmen provided us

om
Review №71

Staff was amazing and very friendly, the cars are clean and are priced fairly! Definitely choosing this over any other rental company.

Ju
Review №72

Yerica is AMAZING Definately the right person to be the fave of this office. Very affordable and the cars are nice. Will definitely will be back to see u guys

Jo
Review №73

The lady’s up front Celeste and Carmen are so nice they are very helpful

Sh
Review №74

Great Service and great experience. They are very nice and accommodating. I would recommend them to everyone.

We
Review №75

They keep their promises and have very good quality cars

ja
Review №76

Excellent place to rent cars from good pricing no credit card hassle wonderful customer service great service

To
Review №77

Starcar Rent A Car is the best rental car place in Tampa. Yerica was so polite, and respectful, and she had a beautiful smile. I definitely recommend this place best car rental spot in town

Ka
Review №78

Repeat customer... LOVE it here, the staff is awesome and we always receive a fresh clean car.. Wish there were an extra star I could give them.

Mi
Review №79

The people are very nice, good car selections most definitely renting from them again highly recommended.

Ca
Review №80

If the Big rental companies such as Avis, Budget, Enterprise Etc could learn anything it would be Customer Service and from a smaller family owned company such as this. Star Car Rental is Clean, the Staff Friendly, Knowledgeable, Personable and Professional. All Vehicles are Clean, New, Reliable and have a Sunpass. Yerica, Lenny, The Moroccan Guy, Lol and the Detailing and Mechanical guys All Awesome. I have and will continue to Recommend Star Car Rentals to Colleagues, Family and Friends. I Wish them All the Success that the future brings, CHEERS.

Ra
Review №81

Heard of star rentals from family member and I had a very good welcoming experience also they were very helpful and flexible DEFINITELY recommend.

My
Review №82

Love love love this place yerica took vary good care of me thank you so much

Ed
Review №83

Great customer service both Yerica & Lenny were very personable, professional and customer focused. You will not be disappointed renting one of their fleet of cars which are clean and comfortable.

Eu
Review №84

Great rental car place nice staff Carmen so sweet check them out

Le
Review №85

Great selection and customer service. Paying cash was very convenient. Love this place.

El
Review №86

Great service, Clean new cars ...Yerica went out of her way to accommodate us..They even came and picked the car up from were we were staying ..I would highly recommend Star Car..

Gl
Review №87

Greatest rental company I’ve ever been too !!Good Prices, good cars, and great service !!

Ja
Review №88

Hassle-free Car Rental!My husband and I were left stranded at the Airport, because of the new Car Rental policies.I figured we might find a place outside the Airport, that would work with us.I contacted StarCar Rent A Car, and they solved our issue. Lenny is both personable and professional.Thanks to StarCar Rent A Car, our vacation was saved.If you need to rent a car without all the Airport hassles- StarCar Rent A Car is the place!Thank you Lenny, for providing Tampa with a real alternative.We are grateful.

Be
Review №89

Super easy and very friendly ... They stick by their word ... They quoted me on the phone and when I got their it was as easy as 1,2,3 and everything they said is what was done

Ch
Review №90

The women are beautiful and nice.Theyre fast and have you in and out...Carmen and Yerica(hopefully I spelled correctly)are great!Better than enterprise!!!

To
Review №91

I rented a vehicle from this establishment for about 3 weeks @ the rate of $110 a day. Me & My boyfriend got arrested on some boogus misdemeanor charges being out on the Clearwater Beach at the gas station ...we refused to talk to the cops & we was arrested for obstruction without violence.( due to not wanting to talk to the cop) he got upset we was walking away from him & arrested us The 2018 white hudaui we rented was impounded at yoho towing. They charged $153.00 to get it out. We was booked @4 in the morning ! While we was in jail posting bond, my credit card had been, being ran for different amounts from star rent a car. They couldnt pull the money off, tho they was running my card without my authorization. We got out at 1 p.m. thee next day. I called yerica to inquire on my items we left in the vehicle. I didnt even tell them I knew about the several attempts of running my card for $210. then $330. Then $110 etc. She said until the balance is covered of $210 for the day before the incident & the next day on top of the $250 to get the car out ..remind you to get it out was only $153. She racked on the time they spent recovering the vehicle ..not to mention she said I forfeited my deposit of $100 for the car even being impounded. So she wanted $470 .. my purse my house keys my work attire my allergy meds I take daily my bf work boots cause he works construction plus his iPhone which wasnt recovered was all in the rental. & she wasnt going to release any of our property to us!I didnt think it was legal to do this,so I called a family attorney. I also went on google and researched. Yay! This is illegal. I called the non emergency police for that district they came out & helped me recover my items without paying the $470. Yerica tried to indirectly threaten me with she could work out a deal for the $470 or she was & before she could get it out her mouth that she was going to sue... I let her know I already had counsel ..i thanked the officers on scene I looked at her straight in her face & said my attorney will be intouch. We couldnt work thursday -tuesday cause they had our things ! Lesson. If someone paid me $110 a day for 3 weeks I wouldnt dare keep thier things. I would let them get certain things or all & put them on the do not rent list till the balance Is paid in full. Yea its not personal only business tho its etiquette in business as well. Dont be fooled dont get scammed. These mfs are hard up for money. Period. Go to Advance Rent A Car ! I guarantee she rewrote the contract so she could have that upper hand like she thought she had ..take care guys

sa
Review №92

The best car rental experience and they work with you if you are not 21 yet! They also take cash and debit card so if your credit card is not an option they can still rent to you.

ro
Review №93

Reall great real flexible lest stressfull great costumer care will come again for a great car and good prices

ni
Review №94

Came to rent a car and the front lady Yerika is awesome and great communication and great costumer service.

Ka
Review №95

Great car ! Great experience with star car rent a car THANK YOU! Will be back .

Mo
Review №96

Great service! Cars are very clean and reliable.

Li
Review №97

Celeste and Carmen where excellent !!!!!!!! They assisted me in hurricane weather with renting my brand new 2019 Cheavy !!!! They even made sure I got my favorite color !!

J
Review №98

Very polite young ppl assisted me. The deposit was ok, just steep on the weekly rate. So enterprise was lower in price.

Al
Review №99

Its quick and easy they have great rates

Ja
Review №100

Excessively exspensive but rental convenient.

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4.7 Rating
  • Address:5505 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33604, United States
  • Site:https://starcarrentacar.com/
  • Phone:+1 813-444-4880
Categories
  • Car rental agency
Working hours
  • Monday:9am–5pm
  • Tuesday:9am–5pm
  • Wednesday:9am–5pm
  • Thursday:9am–5pm
  • Friday:9am–5pm
  • Saturday:9am–5pm
  • Sunday:Closed
Highlights
  • Veteran-led:Yes
  • Women-led:Yes
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