Why Choose National at Salt Lake City Airport?
National is the frequent-business-traveller's brand, and its signature perk is the reason: Emerald Club members booking a midsize or above can walk the Emerald Aisle and drive off in any car parked there, no counter stop, no negotiation. At SLC that plays out in the Gateway Center garage, turning a tedious arrival into a two-minute affair. Pricing sits in the mid-to-upper band, aimed at travellers who value time over the lowest rate. Its fleet mirrors Enterprise and Alamo. Compare it with them and the wider field on CarRentalChoice.
The Emerald Aisle, explained
Rather than being assigned a car, eligible members choose their own from the aisle — a genuine advantage if you're fussy about getting an SUV, a particular size or all-wheel drive for the canyons. It's the closest thing to picking your exact vehicle in mainstream rental.
Who gets the most from National
Business renters and loyalty members who fly often and want speed. Occasional leisure travellers can still book National, but may find Alamo's near-identical fleet cheaper if they don't use the Emerald benefits.