Really great experience with the car hire during our trip to Italy after being let down by another company. Very helpful staff and nothing was a problem. Picked up from Bologna and returned to Milan m... See more
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Via Pietramellara, 35L, 40121 Bologna, Bologna / Emilia Romagna, IT
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Really great experience with the car hire during our trip to Italy after being let down by another company. Very helpful staff and nothing was a problem. Picked up from Bologna and returned to Milan m... See more
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A very good experience with Locauto. 2 days after renting the car from Bologna Central Station we had a flat tire with a very large nail. We changed the tire with the spare and the next day we came to... See more
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Friendly and fast service. Although a larger car would have been preferable, as I am 194 cm tall, I was able to fit comfortably in the Jeep Avenger. However, passengers sitting behind me did not have... See more
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Enza in the front desk was very helpful and cheerful. We were glad to be served by her. Likewise the technician, Savadora (I hope got his name right) that served us when receiving and including return... See more
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Presso l'ufficio Locauto Rent di Bologna Stazione Centrale in via Pietramellara 35/L potrai scegliere tra un'ampia gamma di auto e furgoni a noleggio per le tue vacanze o i tuoi viaggi di lavoro. E’ possibile riconsegnare fuori orario previo accordo con l’Ufficio di noleggio. Per maggiori informazioni, contatta il Centro Prenotazioni o direttamente la location al numero +39 051243995. Disponibile anche il servizio di noleggio furgoni a breve termine per lavoro e traslochi: un'ampia flotta di veicoli commerciali a tua disposizione.
Via Pietramellara, 35L, 40121, Bologna, Bologna / Emilia Romagna, Italy

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Super fast and professional service. From entering the office to collecting the car was maybe 10 minutes.

Reply from Locauto Group - Bologna Stazione Centrale
Excellence in customer service, very good rates and good cars. The best rental I used so far

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Our pickup of the car went smoothly, it was nice to have someone review the car and its features. The drop off went quickly, the gentleman there took us right away and had us out in less than 10 minutes.

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All the staff was very professional and helpful and the entire rental process went very smooth.

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The staff made the experience very easy and convenient. I had found myself unable to use my voucher with another company who had a policy requiring an international driver’s license. So I was in a bind. I rented with National very efficiently. The only downside was that there was high demand at the time so it was an expensive rental fee.

Reply from Locauto Group - Bologna Stazione Centrale
Andrea was amazing! Super professional, friendly, and helpful. The process was fast and easy, and the car was perfect. Highly recommend!

Reply from Locauto Group - Bologna Stazione Centrale
Everything was fine, picking up the car with Smart Check-in took about 10 minutes, and we also had a second driver. With full insurance, nothing needed to be dealt with at all. Everything went smoothly.

Reply from Locauto Group - Bologna Stazione Centrale
Every time It’s a really great experience. Hassle free service, well maintained vehicles, great customer friendly staff. No other company can match their standard. Highly recommended for Italy.
Pradeep Sisodia - India

Reply from Locauto Group - Bologna Stazione Centrale
Car rental went smoothly.
The formalities during pickup and return were kept to a minimum, and everything was handled digitally. The cars are in good technical condition, and there’s an option to purchase additional insurance called “don’t worry.”
However, having insurance doesn’t mean we can stop being careful.
I recommend this company—everything was ok in my case.

Reply from Locauto Group - Bologna Stazione Centrale
The car was in great shape with all issues noted properly. The lady at the front desk was great and helpful. The return flawless...Keep it up Locauto Group team. You are giving a good name to Italy.

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I had a great experience with Locauto. The car was clean, comfortable, and in excellent condition. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the whole rental process was smooth and easy. I would definitely recommend Locauto and rent from them again

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Reply from Locauto Group - Bologna Stazione Centrale
excellent service, fluent operation and car was new, clean aanf worth of every penny

Reply from Locauto Group - Bologna Stazione Centrale
Your company is charging me for damage that was already found on the vehicle. There was no new damage and I am being charged 400 euro by the company. The damage was listed in the initial contract. I do not agree with what Locauto is attempting to do and I am not pleased.

Reply from Locauto Group - Bologna Stazione Centrale
I tried Locauto after a different car rental company (SicilyByCar) tried to charge me excessively for using a debit card.
Locauto didn't require ANY deposit and were happy to use debit cards. Considering I had to change rental company at short notice, the price was also very good.
The collection was easy, staff were really helpful and nice, and the return drop-off took seconds.
Would reccommend.

Reply from Locauto Group - Bologna Stazione Centrale
I wholeheartedly recommend Locauto for car rentals in Bologna! I was so impressed by their professionalism. The process was simple and straightforward, with no unpleasant surprises regarding additional costs. The car I rented was immaculately clean and very well-maintained, practically new. I'll definitely choose them again in the future.

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Reply from Locauto Group - Bologna Stazione Centrale
Pressure, rudeness, and €700 for a windshield chip I didn’t cause
I rented a Fiat Panda from Locauto in Italy. At pickup, the car already had numerous scratches and damages, and the handover was done very quickly. We were even guided straight to the rear of the car, so our attention was never drawn to the front or the windshield.
During the rental, we noticed a small crack in the windshield even before entering the highway – meaning it was most likely already there. No stone ever hit the car, and there was no sound, no impact – nothing. I’ve had real stone hits before, and I know how loud and obvious they are.
Upon returning the car, the staff quickly found the chip and immediately asked me to sign documents without explaining anything. When I asked what it would cost, he said €630. I stopped signing and called Booking.com, since I had purchased their insurance. They told me to pay and claim later – but I refused. The staff member was rude, pushy, and barely spoke English. Most of the conversation happened through Google Translate.
Now, one day later, I received an email demanding €700, threatening to charge my card within 48 hours.
I’ve officially disputed the claim. I did not cause this damage, and the way this was handled was unprofessional and manipulative.
After reading other reviews here, I see this is not an isolated case – this seems to be part of a systematic practice.
Avoid Locauto at all costs

Reply from Locauto Group - Bologna Stazione Centrale
They helped with everything debit card no problem super convenient. Garage attendant gave me a phone mount to keep me safe and legal , a few pointers about the road . They didn't try to add any fees or extra unnecessary coverage was a great experience. Better than hertz or Budget

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