Cheap Dollar Car Hire in San Francisco

Before hiring a car in San Francisco, carefully review the rental conditions from suppliers like Dollar. Pay attention to details on payment card requirements, deposits, cross-border travel policies, and driving licence requirements to avoid any surprises.

Choose car hire suppliers with high ratings, as these often indicate better service, newer cars, and more convenient pickup locations. For San Francisco, we have car hire deals from 19 suppliers. Among them, Dollar has a rating of 4.6, britz_motorhome has a rating of 4.9, AVIS has a rating of 4.6 and Alamo has a rating of 4.6.

Car-sharing services can be a flexible and cost-effective solution for brief journeys.

Renting away from bustling areas can lower costs and ease parking difficulties.

When booking, check if the rental company offers extras such as GPS or child seats. These can enhance your driving experience but may incur additional costs, so it's wise to factor them into your budget.

When hiring a car in San Francisco, be aware that rentals are charged per day. For instance, Dollar charges per day, so if you rent for more than 24 hours, you’ll incur an additional day’s charge. Plan your hire period to avoid extra costs

When renting a car, understand the fuel policy. A 'Full-to-Full' policy means you return the car with a full tank, while 'Same-to-Same' means you return it with the same level of fuel. Full-to-Full is often more cost-effective.

Ensure that you have a valid driving licence with at least one year of driving experience. If you are a foreign driver travelling to San Francisco, an international driving permit may be required. Remember, hire rates can be higher for drivers under 25 or over 70