Arrivals-level counters let you grab a National car fast
National’s desk sits in the Main Terminal arrivals lobby, directly after you clear the customs hall, so you can walk from baggage claim to the counter in under 2 minutes. This setup suits late-night GUM arrivals when taxis thin out and you just want your own keys and to drive to Tumon or Hagatña on your own schedule.
All National transactions happen landside in the arrivals area of Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport (GUM), not in a separate rental center, so there’s no shuttle bus or extra transfer time. Once paperwork is done, staff direct you to the on-site parking area, which sits just outside the terminal, usually a 2–4 minute walk from the desk depending on where your assigned car is parked.
Pricing varies by season and demand on Guam, but National typically prices above deep-discount local outfits and closer to other big brands like Avis and Hertz in the Main Terminal. Expect higher walk-up daily rates during Japanese and Korean holiday peaks, and better deals if you book your GUM rental at least 7–14 days ahead instead of same-day at the counter.
National works well if you’re planning to drive daily from the Main Terminal to resort areas around Tumon Bay or further to the south of Guam, since fuel is usually cheaper per gallon than multiple taxi rides. You avoid meter fares from GUM that can top $25–$30 per trip to some hotels, especially with late-night surcharges after 22:00.
How to use National at GUM, step by step:
- 1. Clear immigration and customs in the Main Terminal at GUM.
- 2. Exit the customs hall and walk straight into the arrivals lobby; look for the National counter alongside other rental brands.
- 3. Present your driver’s license, passport, and credit card; confirm insurance and fuel options before signing.
- 4. Note the stall number and parking area location the agent gives you, usually in the lot just outside the terminal.
- 5. Inspect the car in the assigned bay, take photos of any scratches, and only then leave the airport grounds toward your hotel or meeting.
One practical tip: if you land on a late flight after 22:00, add your flight number to the National reservation and print or save the confirmation so staff at the Main Terminal counter can find your booking quickly.