Parking Buddy Reviews 

118
TrustScore 3 out of 5

3.0

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Evaluating 56 reviews, most reviewers had an average experience overall. Many customers appreciated the smooth booking process and efficient drop-off and pick-up services. Reviewers often highlighted the professional and helpful staff, noting clear communication and timely service, with some finding their cars returned in excellent condition. However, some customers noted significant difficulties with contact, finding provided phone numbers incorrect or unanswered, often leading to long waiting times for car collection. Additionally, issues with booking confirmations, unexpected cancellations, and concerns about car condition upon return, including signs of misuse or unsuitable parking, were reported by a few.

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Staff

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good experience! there was a delay in the Heathrow tunnel so they give precise instructions on how to handle such situation! Good communications over the phone! Just be patient as sometimes the delays... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Found very competitively priced meet and greet parking via Parking Buddy and the parking service provider was not disappointing! The only downside was not being able to get through to Parking Buddy... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The contact number and the postcode on the email confirmation needs updating. Except this, brilliant service

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Incorrect contact phone number on booking confirmation given for arrival at Birmingham M &G, after 20 calls we were lucky that someone picked up the call from Heathrow who helped give us the correct... See more


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Here at Parking Buddy, we offer best comparison of meet and greet, park and ride, park and go parking deals across all major UK Airports which suits everyone's needs. With Parking Buddy, forget the inconvenience and expense of long term airport parking, taxi’s and awaiting shuttle transfers as we take care of everything for you. Finding a right airport parking is a hassle, when you are travelling with kids or family. Whether you are flying out for business or pleasure, Our unbeatable discounted offers and car park prices comparisons will always fit your budget, so you can find the right parking space, relax and enjoy your trips.


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TrustScore 3 out of 5

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Really bad experience

Got to the carpark - which took some finding! No instructions what to do when I got there and no one around. Called the number on paperwork only to be told I should have called when I was 10 mins away, so now I had to wait. Didn't take me to the airport. Took me to the train station to catch the shuttle. Won't use again.

30 August 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The team greeted me warmly upon arrival…

The team greeted me warmly upon arrival and guided me right to the pickup area. As someone with limited mobility, I really appreciated how accommodating and patient they were, ensuring every step was as easy as possible. My car was returned spotlessly cleaned and waiting for me just steps from the terminals.

21 August 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Dropoff and pickup were both quick

Dropoff and pickup were both quick, with minimal waiting. The team handled my car with the utmost care and I appreciated their clear, friendly communication every step of the way. My vehicle was returned in perfect condition and right on schedule.

20 August 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I would avoid at all cost

I would avoid at all cost - when we called them 30mins before arriving at Heathrow, they told us our booking had been cancelled. By them, with no warning. Which meant we had no car park and just about to go on a 2 week holiday! Utter chaos and stress for us after that. Not needed as you're on your way to the airport. I would pay more than use this platform again.

15 August 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a fantastic experience booking…

I had a fantastic experience booking through this company for my Stansted parking and the entire process was smooth and transparent from start to finish. I dropped off my car with full confidence and on my return it was brought back right on time.

Excellent communication, reliable service and outstanding value for money.

26 August 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!!!

I wish I could give 0 stars. Used the services ar Stansted. Waited 2 hours for my car to be returned. I repeatedly phoned with 30 mins notice, as instructed but noone answered and when I finally got through was yawned at and told the phone didnt ring. He had clearly been asleep and lied. I was then lied to for 2 hours that my car would be with me in 20 mins but never left the depot. It wasn't until I threatened to call the police and report my car stolen that the car was returned to me 40 mins later. I was not the only family impacted, all families that were waiting for their cars reported they had been waiting for 3 hours. These families suffered the compaby losing their car keys, the wrong date of return on their schedules or just no contact from the company on when the car would be returned. This company is a shambles and should be avoided at all costs!

None of the representatives were helpful and were extremely rude.

4 September 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recently booked and used parking…

I recently booked and used parking service from Manchester Airport. The parking facility was well organized and easy to navigate, with plenty of spaces available when I arrived. The shuttle to the airport was prompt and comfortable, getting me there well in advance of my flight.

On my return, the driver was waiting right on time. He handled my luggage, helped me into the vehicle.

13 August 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Excellent the green short car park very close to the terminal about 5 to 7 minutes walk

23 August 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Booked for my car to be delivered at…

Booked for my car to be delivered at 230am, followed instructions to call when in baggage hall. No answer, took numerous calls before an answer and was told they were busy and had to wait 30-40 mins. I told them no, I had kids and a drive home, I had booked a time and they needed to be there. There were a number of other people in the same situation, one lady had been trying to call for 45 mins. Not acceptable service. If they haven't got the staff to handle the rush, dont offer the service.

11 August 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I travelled to Austria to visit my…

I travelled to Austria to visit my daughter who has severe mental health issues which I do each month , on this occasion I decided to use parking buddy meet and great , left my Car with the driver who incidentally was the driver that dropped it off and when I returned home I looked in my glove compartment and a gift from my wife which was a bottle of aftershave had been stolen to the value of £230 , some may I was silly for leaving it my glove compartment but it’s not the point . My wife saved to purchase this for our 20th anniversary and it was put in there for safe keeping ,then when I’ve stated it’s the principle I was told to get a lawyer and he put the phone down . I tried to return the call and I have now contacted the police . I strongly recommend against using this company.

3 August 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Have used Parking Buddy before…

Have used Parking Buddy before and were very good so decided to book through them for our recent trip from Heathrow T5. Did a bit of research via Trust Pilot on the companies displayed and chose Triangle Parking as they have a v good rating. Not surprised as they were fabulous! They called to check our arrival time, were waiting and v professional and pleasant. Again rang me as we were getting off the plane and again were waiting at the meeting place with a lovely clean car. A really brilliant experience and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them. Thank you

16 July 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Read the small print

Read the small print. The meet and greet is not from the pick up point by the airport like most companies but from the mid stay car park which is a fair 20 minute walk away and not great when it’s raining and you’re carting suitcases etc.
The return pickup is stated as being from the short stay car park, but isn’t. Again it’s the 20 minute walk away. We waited almost an hour from calling for collection. We were standing around and had to call to chase. We were told they were on their way. They lied because we could see them on the cars tracker that they hadn’t even moved yet. Definitely won’t use these guys again.

25 July 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

The communication throughout was very good and the service on the day of drop off and pick up was very timely and the staff member was very friendly.

18 July 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic

Fantastic, quick and easy service and the staff were efficient and friendly. Will be using the service again

12 July 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO not use Parking World Ltd off Parking buddy site

I had a very bad experience with Parking budd, i booked through them and used park world Ltd to park my car whilst flying from Manchester. When I got to Parking World on the day of the Parking, it was chaotic, there was no where to park and quite a few people were waiting to be transferred to the airport. I asked about my transfer to the airport and was told the transfer vehicle has broke down so I had to get my own taxi to the airport which I was not happy about but as I had to catch a flight I called an Uber which I had to pay for. I was told they would sort it when they pick me up from the airport on my return journey. Why was I not surprised when I landed at Manchester airport and rang for the transfer to pick my car up, again I was told I had to call a taxi as the transfer vehicle was brocken down. I did mention as per the terms and conditions of the Parking agreement they had to sort my transport too and from the airport but they were not having any of it and told me I had to get my own transport to pick up my car so I reluctantly had to pay for another taxi. For both taxi journeys, it cost me £28. I would never use this company again and don't know why Parking buddy advertise companies like this on there site.

28 June 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

aviod this company

avoid this company , they are just an agent, the companies they put you in touch with ie, Smart parking Stanstead, waited just under an hour for car to be returned we gave 30 minutes notice, car returned damaged , tell us a pack of lies from start to finish, will be reporting this company to trading standards

24 June 2025
Unprompted review

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