Cars at OGG
Apr 28, 2014, 12:42 pm
#106
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 10
I have ES status, what is the minimum car I can reserve to get the ES selection at OGG? If I reserve the cheapest available online for the week at $200 but its not technically available to upgrade to the ES selection, will I have to pay more? Also, should I just book the mid-size since it says Executive Eligible? What does the Executive Eligible mean?
Apr 29, 2014, 12:46 pm
#107
Moderator: GLBT Travelers & Hyatt Gold Passport
Join Date: Jan 2000
Location: CVG
Posts: 15,300
I have ES status, what is the minimum car I can reserve to get the ES selection at OGG? If I reserve the cheapest available online for the week at $200 but its not technically available to upgrade to the ES selection, will I have to pay more? Also, should I just book the mid-size since it says Executive Eligible? What does the Executive Eligible mean?
Jun 24, 2014, 1:39 pm
#109
Join Date: Feb 2014
Programs: AA Concierge Key
Posts: 82
Does anyone know the Emerald availability at OGG lately? I've got a reservation for a mid-size, but don't want to get stuck with a mid-size car since there are 4 of us plus luggage. I always have a great selection elsewhere, but was unsure of the availability.
Sep 5, 2014, 9:15 am
#111
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: ROC
Programs: Skymiles, AAdvantage, MileagePlus, Emerald Executive, Priority Club
Posts: 119
Was at OGG last week. ES had 2 Challengers, 2 Camaro coupes, a Maxima, and a Taurus. There may have been a couple of Chargers too, but I think they were EA.
Sep 10, 2014, 10:15 am
#112
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: BRI
Programs: UA Premier Gold, DL FO, DL MM, Marriott Gold, Hyatt platinum
Posts: 914
Had a great experience at OGG last week. Reserved a midsize as an Emerald exec. and drove off in a Cadillac. Departure and return handled very quickly by friendly staff, as was bus service from/to the terminal.
I wish all locations were this good.
I wish all locations were this good.
Oct 5, 2014, 10:32 pm
#114
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Irvine CA & PEK
Programs: Hyatt Globalist, Marriott Titanium, Hilton Diamond, IHG Spire Ambassador, Qantas Platinum, United S
Posts: 664
Reserved a convertible, was choosing from 3 Mustangs and 1 Camaro.
The Mustangs National uses here are quite old but in good shape.
The Mustangs National uses here are quite old but in good shape.
Oct 8, 2014, 11:37 pm
#116
Join Date: Nov 2009
Programs: National Exec, HA Pualani Gold
Posts: 599
National absolutely has Jeeps. Whether they will be available on ES -- I wouldnt make that assumption. If you absolutely must have a Jeep (or a convertible), I'd recommend reserving one (and/or doing the double reservation game).
Oct 14, 2014, 11:38 am
#117
Join Date: Sep 2010
Posts: 36
I'd prefer not to do a double reservation but will if I need to.
Oct 17, 2014, 12:06 am
#118
Join Date: Nov 2009
Programs: National Exec, HA Pualani Gold
Posts: 599
If they have what you're looking for, I'm sure you'd be able to upgrade -- however, who knows what the cost will be. If you really need/want it, you're not exactly in the best position to negotiate pricing at the counter, especially for high demand vehicles like Jeeps and convertibles.
Nov 28, 2014, 5:48 pm
#119
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: BC, CAN
Programs: National Exec Elite, Hertz Pres. Circle, Air Canada 25K
Posts: 34
Was there last week. Staff was very friendly on both the pick-up and return. The EE and EA had almost identical cars. Mustang hardtops (no convertibles), impalas, malibus, altimas, hyundai, chryslers. No Jeeps, SUVs or Minivans on the aisle. All of those were in the reserve sections.
I had an SUV reserved, but the guy working in the lot was quite concerned that I wasn't trying to take a Tahoe. Apparently they were specifically asked for by other renters, so I wasn't given an option to take anything other than 1 of the 2 Standard SUVs they had on the lot - that was it. I saw a couple of Jeeps and a Cadillac CUV? in the Speciality spots - but everything was apparently reserved that day so I couldn't "upgrade" to those. I am EE and was using free days, but still wasn't allowed to take anything other than what I reserved. That was fine with me - so no issues. SUV had ~14K Miles, so not new, but not too bad.
Lot looked much the same on my return, but at least it was full!
I had an SUV reserved, but the guy working in the lot was quite concerned that I wasn't trying to take a Tahoe. Apparently they were specifically asked for by other renters, so I wasn't given an option to take anything other than 1 of the 2 Standard SUVs they had on the lot - that was it. I saw a couple of Jeeps and a Cadillac CUV? in the Speciality spots - but everything was apparently reserved that day so I couldn't "upgrade" to those. I am EE and was using free days, but still wasn't allowed to take anything other than what I reserved. That was fine with me - so no issues. SUV had ~14K Miles, so not new, but not too bad.
Lot looked much the same on my return, but at least it was full!
Nov 28, 2014, 6:47 pm
#120
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Portland/Palm Springs
Posts: 123
Flew in yesterday. Alamo/National shuttle was packed, we filled a bus and there must have been 30 people behind us who had to wait for the next bus. Arrived at the facility and we were the only EA folks on the bus (everyone else went to the counter). Went behind the building and the lot was packed.
EA was full of Altimas and Sonatas. Ended up with a brand new (24 mile) 2015 Sonata. Remember the license plates go in alphabetical order, so our LEW plate means a newer car than the LDB plate on the car next to it.
The Sonata is nice but sure has a buzzy 4 cylinder engine. Good fuel economy but not much get-up-and-go.
Everyone sure is friendly at this location. A great way to start a tropical vacation!
EA was full of Altimas and Sonatas. Ended up with a brand new (24 mile) 2015 Sonata. Remember the license plates go in alphabetical order, so our LEW plate means a newer car than the LDB plate on the car next to it.
The Sonata is nice but sure has a buzzy 4 cylinder engine. Good fuel economy but not much get-up-and-go.
Everyone sure is friendly at this location. A great way to start a tropical vacation!