Mason St works well if you are starting from Union Square and want a central pickup before leaving the city.
Clear downtown first
Use Mason, Geary, O’Farrell, or nearby streets carefully, then connect to US-101, Van Ness, or the Embarcadero based on your route.
Park once nearby
For Union Square, Chinatown, or Nob Hill, choose a garage and walk the busiest blocks.
Head north with time
For Sausalito, Muir Woods, Marin, or Napa, leave early and allow for bridge traffic on the return.
What cars can I hire at San Francisco Mason St
Hertz car hire at San Francisco Mason St gives you different vehicle types depending on how much city driving, luggage space, and route distance you need. Common rental categories may include:
- Compact and economy cars a sensible pick if most of your driving is within San Francisco, where steep streets and tight kerbs can make smaller vehicles easier to manage.
- Sedans good for travellers who want a smoother drive from the city to places like Berkeley, Palo Alto, San Mateo, or Oakland without moving into a larger vehicle class.
- SUVs worth considering if you have family luggage, shopping bags, or day-trip gear for routes toward Muir Woods, Napa Valley, Monterey, or Lake Tahoe.
- MPVs designed for small groups who want more cabin space, especially when everyone is travelling together with suitcases.
- Vans better suited to group transfers, event travel, or longer itineraries where seating and storage both matter.
- Premium vehicles a more refined category for business appointments, special occasions, or longer Bay Area drives where comfort is part of the plan.
Electric car rental at San Francisco Mason St
Hiring an EV from the Mason Street branch is a smart choice for San Francisco and beyond. Electric vehicles suit the city's stop-start driving well, and California's charging infrastructure is among the best in the country, making longer drives toward Napa, Monterey, or the Pacific Coast Highway straightforward with a little planning.
Hertz offers a wide selection of electric vehicles at Mason Street, supporting a greener way to explore without compromising on range or comfort. Before heading out, confirm your charging stops along the route so your drive stays seamless from pickup to return.
Value added services (VAS) – Enhance your rental experience
Simplify your San Francisco journey with Hertz Value Added Services:
- Loss Damage Waiver: Reduce your financial liability on certain types of damages, theft, or accident-related costs.
- Liability Insurance Supplement: Decreases your financial liability from third-party accidents or bodily harm within the rental period.
- Infant seats: Designed for babies who need age-appropriate seating during city transfers or longer road trips.
- Child seats: A suitable seating add-on for younger children who are not ready to use the standard vehicle seat belt alone.
- Booster seats: Helps older children sit more comfortably and securely with the car’s seat belt positioned correctly.
- Personal Protection Package: Comprises Personal Accident Insurance (PAI) and Personal Effects Coverage which can provide passengers with accidental death benefits and limited medical expense benefits, along with reduced liability in case of accidents or theft.
Explore places within 30 Miles of San Francisco Mason St
Union Square
- 0.2 miles from San Francisco Mason St (approx)
- 670 parking spaces nearby (approx)
- 4 EV charging stations nearby (approx)
- Open Monday to Sunday, 5 AM to 11 PM
Union Square is one of the easiest first stops from Mason Street, especially if you want shopping, hotels, theatres, cafés, and cable car access in one compact area.
Fisherman’s Wharf and PIER 39
- 2 miles from San Francisco Mason St (approx)
- 976 parking spaces available (approx)
- 1 active charging station nearby (approx)
- Open daily, 24 hours
Fisherman’s Wharf and PIER 39 work well for a waterfront drive, bay views, restaurants, family stops, and sea lion viewing. The parking facility is directly across from the Entrance Plaza, making it easier to park before walking the wharf area.
Golden Gate Park
- 6 miles from San Francisco Mason St by road (approx)
- 800 parking spaces available (approx)
- 13 EV chargers inside the garage (approx)
- Open Monday to Sunday, 7 AM to 7 PM
Golden Gate Park is a good stop if you want museums, gardens, open space, and a slower break from downtown streets.
FAQs
1. Can I get a car rental from Hertz directly at San Francisco Mason St?
Yes. The Hertz Mason St branch is in central San Francisco, making it convenient if you are staying near Union Square, Powell Street, Nob Hill, or the theatre district.
2. Does Hertz offer one-way car rentals from San Francisco Mason St?
Yes, you can usually book a one-way rental from this branch. This is helpful if your route ends at SFO, another California city, or a different Hertz location.
3. Is it possible to modify or cancel my San Francisco Mason St reservation?
Yes. Reservation changes can usually be made through Hertz before pickup. Review your booking conditions first, especially if you are changing the vehicle type, pickup time, rental dates, or return branch.
4. What are the requirements to get a car hire at the San Francisco Mason St branch?
To get a car hire at the San Francisco Mason St branch, the main driver should bring a valid driving licence, passport for identification, and a payment card in their own name for the security deposit. If the driving licence is not in English, they should also carry an International Driving Permit along with their national licence.
5. Can I return my car to a different location than specified in my contract?
Yes, but only if the return location is updated in your rental agreement. If your plans change mid-trip, speak with Hertz before drop-off so any branch change or one-way fee is confirmed in advance.
