Car Hire in Costa Rica
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Cheap Car Hire Deals in Costa Rica
Start your search for affordable car hires in Costa Rica by entering your travel dates above. Use filters for car size, transmission, fuel type, and free roadside assistance to refine results. Compare offers from trusted providers with perks like unlimited mileage, full-to-full fuel, insurance, and free cancellation. Sort by price or payment options—pay upfront or at pick-up—to find the best deal. Not sure yet? Browse top deals in Costa Rica below.
9/30/2024 - 10/1/2024
Hyundai Atos
or similar Mini
San Jose: Plaza Mango, Local LC-103 Radial Francisco J. Orlich
KES 2,611 per day
9/30/2024 - 10/1/2024
Geely GX3
or similar Economy
San Jose: Plaza Mango, Local LC-103 Radial Francisco J. OrlichKES 2,798 per day
9/30/2024 - 10/1/2024
Nissan Versa
or similar Compact
San Jose: 6 LONG ST
KES 2,984 per day
10/7/2024 - 10/8/2024
Nissan Versa
or similar Compact
San Jose: JUAN SANTAMARIA INTL APKES 2,984 per day
10/7/2024 - 10/8/2024
Nissan Tiida
or similar Intermediate
San Jose: 6 LONG ST
KES 2,984 per day
10/7/2024 - 10/8/2024
Nissan Tiida
or similar Intermediate
San Jose: JUAN SANTAMARIA INTL APKES 2,984 per day
10/14/2024 - 10/15/2024
Hyundai Venue
or similar Compact SUV
San Jose: Plaza Mango, Local LC-103 Radial Francisco J. Orlich
KES 3,357 per day
10/14/2024 - 10/15/2024
Hyundai Creta
or similar Intermediate SUV
San Jose: Plaza Mango, Local LC-103 Radial Francisco J. OrlichKES 3,730 per day
10/14/2024 - 10/15/2024
Geely Okavango
or similar Fullsize SUV
San Jose: null
KES 4,476 per day
10/21/2024 - 10/22/2024
Volkswagen Vento
or similar Standard
San Jose: CARRETERA AEROPUERTO INTERNACIONAL
KES 4,663 per day
10/21/2024 - 10/22/2024
Chevrolet Cavalier
or similar Fullsize
San Jose: null
KES 5,222 per day
10/21/2024 - 10/22/2024
Nissan X-Trail
or similar Standard SUV
San Jose: null
KES 5,222 per day
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What Are the Best Car Hire Companies in Costa Rica?
Explore a variety of high-quality car hire deals in Costa Rica from top international and local companies like Keddy by Europcar, Ace, Dollar, Sixt, and Alamo. Easily compare options, including the lowest prices (sourced from over 100 travel sites), vehicle types like Mini, Economy, Compact, Compact, Intermediate, vans, and customer ratings to find the best choice.
Keddy by Europcar
4.8 / 5
47 reviewsCar condition4.3/5
Car cleanliness4.6/5
Easy collection4.6/5
Customer service4.6/5
From
KES 2,611 per day
KES 2,611 per day
Ace
4.6 / 5
232 reviewsCar condition4.6/5
Car cleanliness4.4/5
Easy collection4.1/5
Customer service4.4/5
From
KES 50,358 per day
KES 50,358 per day
Dollar
4.6 / 5
528 reviewsCar condition4.7/5
Car cleanliness4.7/5
Easy collection4.2/5
Customer service5/5
From
KES 6,714 per day
KES 6,714 per day
Sixt
4.6 / 5
491 reviewsCar condition4.7/5
Car cleanliness4.7/5
Easy collection4.1/5
Customer service4.9/5
From
KES 12,496 per day
KES 12,496 per day
Alamo
4.4 / 5
1977 reviewsCar condition4.3/5
Car cleanliness4.3/5
Easy collection4.3/5
Customer service4.2/5
From
KES 13,056 per day
KES 13,056 per day
AVIS
4.4 / 5
478 reviewsCar condition4.4/5
Car cleanliness4.6/5
Easy collection4.1/5
Customer service4.6/5
From
KES 7,833 per day
KES 7,833 per day
Europcar
4.4 / 5
565 reviewsCar condition4.6/5
Car cleanliness4.6/5
Easy collection4.1/5
Customer service4.5/5
From
KES 6,901 per day
KES 6,901 per day
Thrifty
4.4 / 5
345 reviewsCar condition4.3/5
Car cleanliness4.2/5
Easy collection4.5/5
Customer service4.2/5
From
KES 7,274 per day
KES 7,274 per day
ADOBE
4.3 / 5
442 reviewsCar condition4.1/5
Car cleanliness4.3/5
Easy collection4.4/5
Customer service4.3/5
From
KES 12,496 per day
KES 12,496 per day
Enterprise
4.3 / 5
1910 reviewsCar condition4.2/5
Car cleanliness4.3/5
Easy collection4.3/5
Customer service4.3/5
From
KES 13,615 per day
KES 13,615 per day
GREEN MOTION
4.3 / 5
92 reviewsCar condition4.5/5
Car cleanliness4.3/5
Easy collection4.7/5
Customer service4.3/5
From
KES 12,310 per day
KES 12,310 per day
Easycar
4.2 / 5
366 reviewsCar condition4.5/5
Car cleanliness4.3/5
Easy collection4.3/5
Customer service4.3/5
From
KES 11,750 per day
KES 11,750 per day
Hertz
4.2 / 5
389 reviewsCar condition4.1/5
Car cleanliness4.4/5
Easy collection4.4/5
Customer service4.3/5
From
KES 27,790 per day
KES 27,790 per day
National
4.2 / 5
2061 reviewsCar condition4.3/5
Car cleanliness4.3/5
Easy collection4.3/5
Customer service4.1/5
From
KES 14,548 per day
KES 14,548 per day
Popular Car Hire Airports in Costa Rica
If you're flying to Costa Rica, hitting the road straight from the airport can be more convenient.
Popular Car Hire Cities in Costa Rica
Explore various cities in Costa Rica to start your journey - you might find great prices in less-travelled spots.
Popular Car Hire Locations in Costa Rica
Car hire locations at or near bus and train stations in San Jose
Find car hires near bus and train stations in San Jose for convenient pick-up, perfect for combining public transport with car hire.
Car Hire Company | Telephone | Pickup Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
ADOBE | (506)-2542-4848 | check_when_booking | Edificio Adobe, 34th St., 16th Ave., Barrio Corazón de Jesús Hospital, San José, San José - 10103 Costa Rica |
Greenmotion | check_when_booking | San Jose Downtown, Edificio Adobe, Calle 34, Barrio Corazon de Jesus, Distrito Hospital, San Jose, Costa Rica | |
| Enterprise | 22427901 | check_when_booking | AVENUE 18TH BETWEEN 11TH,AND 13TH STREET |
| Alamo | check_when_booking | San Jose Downtown - Plaza Viquez, Avenue 18Th Between 11Th And 13Th Street, San Jose, Costa Rica, 10104 | |
| Dollar | 50640522000 | check_when_booking | GENERAL CANAS HGY NXT TO TOTAL |
| Thrifty | 50622573434 | check_when_booking | SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA, CALLE 3 AVENIDA 13 |
| Sixt | check_when_booking | San Jose - Los Yoses, Calle 43, 50m sur del Bar Rio, San José, Costa Rica, 1000 | |
| Easycar | check_when_booking | San Jose Downtown, Edificio Adobe, 34th St., 16th Ave., Barrio Corazón de Jesús Hospital, San José, San José, 34th St., from the SW corner of the Worker\'s Cemetery, 100 m W., 800 m S., San Jose, Costa Rica, 10103 | |
Greenmotion | (506) 2105-34-00 - (506) 2105-34-61 | check_when_booking | San José, 300 meters east from the Purdy Motor building in Paseo Colón, San José. |
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Car hire locations at San Jose airports
Find car hire options at San Jose airports for easy pick-up right after landing, ideal for immediate city exploration or onward travel.
Car Hire Company | Telephone | Pickup Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| National | 27355175 | Desk in terminal | PUERTO JIMENEZ ARPT - Airport - National, AIRPORT STREET IN FRONT OF PUERTO JIMENEZ AP |
| Dollar | 50624314865 | Desk in terminal | JUAN SANTAMARIA INTL AP |
| Alamo | 22427733 | Desk in terminal | 500 E AND 200 S FROM MARRIOT |
| Europcar | Desk in terminal | Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose Airport, Carretera Aeropuerto Internacional, San Jose, Costa Rica, 20109 | |
| Thrifty | 50640525210 | Desk in terminal | San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport - Meet & Greet,From Juan Santamaría Airport, 1 Km E, 50 mts N |
Adobe Rent A Car | (506)-2542-4848 | Desk in terminal | San Jose International Airport - Adobe Rentacar, Holiday Inn Express Hotel, 1.4 Km East on Rio Segundo Main Road |
Flexways | +54 9 11 5259-9877 | Desk in terminal | Aeropuerto de San José |
| Thrifty | 50640525210 | Check when booking | JUAN SANTAMARIA INTL APO |
| Dollar | 506 4052-2000 | Desk in terminal | San Jose International Airport, JUAN SANTA MARIA INT'L AIRPORT |
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Car hire locations at other popular spots in San Jose
Rent a car at popular spots in San Jose, ideal for easy access to major attractions, hotels, and business areas.
Car Hire Company | Telephone | Pickup Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVIS | 506 2630-9063 | check_when_booking | Los Suenos Marriott Ocean and Golf Resort, Playa Herradura Hotel Marriott Herradura |
| AVIS | 506-2293-2222 | check_when_booking | Dominical, Main St Plaza Solo Bueno Local 2 Punta Arenas |
| AVIS | 506-2509-5950 | check_when_booking | Jaco, Avenida Pastor Dias Y Calle Sol De Oro |
Budget | 506-2-436-2084 | check_when_booking | Santa Teresa, Playa Carmen Shopping Center |
| AVIS | 506-2293 2222 | check_when_booking | Santa Teresa, Frente A Hotel Playa Cielo Loc In Wave Boutique Mall |
| Alamo | check_when_booking | San Jose - Marina Herradura, LOS SUENOS RESORT AND MARINA, HERRADURA, San Jose, Costa Rica, 61101 | |
Adobe_Costa_Rica | +(506)-2542-4848 / +(506)-2542-4800 | Check when booking | Edificio Adobe, 34th St., 16th Ave., Barrio Corazón de Jesús |
| AVIS | 506-2202-8380 | check_when_booking | Curridabat, 400 Metros Oeste Del Curce De La Antigua Galera |
| AVIS | check_when_booking | San Jose - Curridabat, Pan-American Highway, across from BAC San José bank, San José Province, in front of Bac San José, next to Agencia Datsu, San Jose, Costa Rica, 11801 |
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Hiring a Car in Costa Rica: Good to Know
Quickly overview car hires in Costa Rica—average prices, best booking times, number of companies and locations, popular car types, and top providers—to help you find the best deals and make informed choices.
How to Find the Cheap Car Hire Deal in Costa Rica
Here’s what you need to know to find the best car hire deal and start your journey smoothly upon arrival in Costa Rica
Inspect the car before driving off.
Before driving away from Costa Rica , thoroughly inspect the car for any damage. Document any existing damage with photos or video to avoid disputes later on.
Start plan your trip in Costa Rica 
Allow extra time for car pickup
When renting a car, especially after travelling by train, allocate extra time for pickup to account for possible delays. Most car hire companies offer a 30-60 minute grace period. Sharing your train number can be helpful, but if you're running late, be sure to contact the car hire provider to let them know.
Prepare in advance for a smooth car pickup experienceCheck license and age requirements.
Ensure that you have a valid driving licence with at least one year of driving experience. If you are a foreign driver travelling to Costa Rica, an international driving permit may be required. Remember, hire rates can be higher for drivers under 25 or over 70
Find the best deals for drivers of all ages from Costa RicaConfirm drop-off location to avoid confusion.
Before finalising your car hire in Costa Rica, make sure to confirm the drop-off location with your provider. This will help you save time and prevent any misunderstandings at the end of your car hire period.
Confirm your drop-off locationFind Cheap Car Hire Deals in Costa Rica: FAQs
Car Hire Locations in Cities Across
Car Hire Locations at Airports Throughout
Car Hire Companies in Costa Rica
- Ace Rent A Car in Costa Rica
- Easycar in Costa Rica
- Flexways in Costa Rica
- Payless in Costa Rica
- Adobe Rent A Car in Costa Rica
- Avis in Costa Rica
- Alamo in Costa Rica
- National in Costa Rica
- Thrifty in Costa Rica
- Europcar in Costa Rica
- Hertz in Costa Rica
- Sixt in Costa Rica
- Green Motion in Costa Rica
- Budget in Costa Rica
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