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Car Hire in Costa Rica

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Cheap Car Hire Deals in Costa Rica

12/21/2024 - 12/22/2024
Hyundai Atos

or similar Mini

passengers iconSan Jose: Plaza Mango, Local LC-103 Radial Francisco J. Orlich
Green Motion logo
Mini Car Image
£14 /day
12/28/2024 - 12/29/2024
Geely GX3

or similar Economy

passengers iconSan Jose: Plaza Mango, Local LC-103 Radial Francisco J. Orlich
Green Motion logo
Economy Car Image
£15 /day
1/4/2025 - 1/5/2025
Nissan Versa

or similar Compact

passengers iconSan Jose: 6 LONG ST
Dollar logo
Compact Car Image
£16 /day
1/11/2025 - 1/12/2025
Nissan Versa

or similar Compact

passengers iconSan Jose: JUAN SANTAMARIA INTL AP
Dollar logo
Compact Car Image
£16 /day
1/18/2025 - 1/19/2025
Nissan Tiida

or similar Intermediate

passengers iconSan Jose: 6 LONG ST
Dollar logo
Intermediate Car Image
£16 /day
1/25/2025 - 1/26/2025
Nissan Tiida

or similar Intermediate

passengers iconSan Jose: JUAN SANTAMARIA INTL AP
Dollar logo
Intermediate Car Image
£16 /day
2/1/2025 - 2/2/2025
Hyundai Venue

or similar Compact SUV

passengers iconSan Jose: Plaza Mango, Local LC-103 Radial Francisco J. Orlich
Green Motion logo
Compact SUV Car Image
£18 /day
2/8/2025 - 2/9/2025
Hyundai Creta

or similar Intermediate SUV

passengers iconSan Jose: Plaza Mango, Local LC-103 Radial Francisco J. Orlich
Green Motion logo
Intermediate SUV Car Image
£20 /day
2/15/2025 - 2/16/2025
Geely Okavango

or similar Fullsize SUV

passengers iconSan Jose: null
Sixt logo
Fullsize SUV Car Image
£24 /day
2/22/2025 - 2/23/2025
Volkswagen Vento

or similar Standard

passengers iconSan Jose: CARRETERA AEROPUERTO INTERNACIONAL
Europcar logo
Standard Car Image
£25 /day
3/1/2025 - 3/2/2025
Chevrolet Cavalier

or similar Fullsize

passengers iconSan Jose: null
Fullsize Car Image
£28 /day
3/8/2025 - 3/9/2025
Nissan X-Trail

or similar Standard SUV

passengers iconSan Jose: null
u-save logo
Standard SUV Car Image
£28 /day
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What Are the Best Car Hire Companies in Costa Rica?

AVIS logo

AVIS

4.4 / 5
478 reviews
Car condition4.4 / 5
Car cleanliness4.6 / 5
Easy collection4.1 / 5
Customer service4.6 / 5
From
£42 /day
Thrifty logo

Thrifty

4.4 / 5
345 reviews
Car condition4.3 / 5
Car cleanliness4.2 / 5
Easy collection4.5 / 5
Customer service4.2 / 5
From
£39 /day
Dollar logo

Dollar

4.6 / 5
528 reviews
Car condition4.7 / 5
Car cleanliness4.7 / 5
Easy collection4.2 / 5
Customer service5 / 5
From
£36 /day
Sixt logo

Sixt

4.6 / 5
491 reviews
Car condition4.7 / 5
Car cleanliness4.7 / 5
Easy collection4.1 / 5
Customer service4.9 / 5
From
£67 /day
Hertz logo

Hertz

4.2 / 5
389 reviews
Car condition4.1 / 5
Car cleanliness4.4 / 5
Easy collection4.4 / 5
Customer service4.3 / 5
From
£149 /day
Europcar logo

Europcar

4.4 / 5
565 reviews
Car condition4.6 / 5
Car cleanliness4.6 / 5
Easy collection4.1 / 5
Customer service4.5 / 5
From
£37 /day
Alamo logo

Alamo

4.4 / 5
1977 reviews
Car condition4.3 / 5
Car cleanliness4.3 / 5
Easy collection4.3 / 5
Customer service4.2 / 5
From
£70 /day
National logo

National

4.2 / 5
2061 reviews
Car condition4.3 / 5
Car cleanliness4.3 / 5
Easy collection4.3 / 5
Customer service4.1 / 5
From
£78 /day
Enterprise logo

Enterprise

4.3 / 5
1910 reviews
Car condition4.2 / 5
Car cleanliness4.3 / 5
Easy collection4.3 / 5
Customer service4.3 / 5
From
£73 /day

Ace

4.6 / 5
232 reviews
Car condition4.6 / 5
Car cleanliness4.4 / 5
Easy collection4.1 / 5
Customer service4.4 / 5
From
£270 /day
GREEN MOTION logo

GREEN MOTION

4.3 / 5
92 reviews
Car condition4.5 / 5
Car cleanliness4.3 / 5
Easy collection4.7 / 5
Customer service4.3 / 5
From
£66 /day

ADOBE

4.3 / 5
442 reviews
Car condition4.1 / 5
Car cleanliness4.3 / 5
Easy collection4.4 / 5
Customer service4.3 / 5
From
£67 /day
Keddy by Europcar logo

Keddy by Europcar

4.8 / 5
47 reviews
Car condition4.3 / 5
Car cleanliness4.6 / 5
Easy collection4.6 / 5
Customer service4.6 / 5
From
£14 /day
Easycar logo

Easycar

4.2 / 5
366 reviews
Car condition4.5 / 5
Car cleanliness4.3 / 5
Easy collection4.3 / 5
Customer service4.3 / 5
From
£63 /day

Popular Car Hire Airports in Costa Rica

Popular Car Hire Cities in Costa Rica

Popular Car Hire Locations in Costa Rica

Car hire locations at or near bus and train stations in San Jose

Car Hire Company
TelephonePickup TypeLocation
ADOBE
(506)-2542-4848check_when_bookingEdificio Adobe, 34th St., 16th Ave., Barrio Corazón de Jesús Hospital, San José, San José - 10103 Costa Rica
Greenmotion
check_when_bookingSan Jose Downtown, Edificio Adobe, Calle 34, Barrio Corazon de Jesus, Distrito Hospital, San Jose, Costa Rica
Enterprise22427901check_when_bookingAVENUE 18TH BETWEEN 11TH,AND 13TH STREET
Alamocheck_when_bookingSan Jose Downtown - Plaza Viquez, Avenue 18Th Between 11Th And 13Th Street, San Jose, Costa Rica, 10104
Dollar50640522000check_when_bookingGENERAL CANAS HGY NXT TO TOTAL
Thrifty50622573434check_when_bookingSAN JOSE, COSTA RICA, CALLE 3 AVENIDA 13
Sixtcheck_when_bookingSan Jose - Los Yoses, Calle 43, 50m sur del Bar Rio, San José, Costa Rica, 1000
Easycarcheck_when_bookingSan 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) 2105-34-61check_when_bookingSan 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

Car Hire Company
TelephonePickup TypeLocation
National27355175Desk in terminalPUERTO JIMENEZ ARPT - Airport - National, AIRPORT STREET IN FRONT OF PUERTO JIMENEZ AP
Dollar50624314865Desk in terminalJUAN SANTAMARIA INTL AP
Alamo22427733Desk in terminal500 E AND 200 S FROM MARRIOT
EuropcarDesk in terminalJuan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose Airport, Carretera Aeropuerto Internacional, San Jose, Costa Rica, 20109
Thrifty50640525210Desk in terminalSan 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 terminalSan Jose International Airport - Adobe Rentacar, Holiday Inn Express Hotel, 1.4 Km East on Rio Segundo Main Road
Flexways
+54 9 11 5259-9877Desk in terminalAeropuerto de San José
Thrifty50640525210Check when bookingJUAN SANTAMARIA INTL APO
Dollar506 4052-2000Desk in terminalSan Jose International Airport, JUAN SANTA MARIA INT'L AIRPORT

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Car hire locations at other popular spots in San Jose

Car Hire Company
TelephonePickup TypeLocation
AVIS506 2630-9063 check_when_bookingLos Suenos Marriott Ocean and Golf Resort, Playa Herradura Hotel Marriott Herradura
AVIS506-2293-2222 check_when_bookingDominical, Main St Plaza Solo Bueno Local 2 Punta Arenas
AVIS506-2509-5950 check_when_bookingJaco, Avenida Pastor Dias Y Calle Sol De Oro
Budget
506-2-436-2084check_when_bookingSanta Teresa, Playa Carmen Shopping Center
AVIS506-2293 2222 check_when_bookingSanta Teresa, Frente A Hotel Playa Cielo Loc In Wave Boutique Mall
Alamocheck_when_bookingSan Jose - Marina Herradura, LOS SUENOS RESORT AND MARINA, HERRADURA, San Jose, Costa Rica, 61101
Adobe_Costa_Rica
+(506)-2542-4848 / +(506)-2542-4800Check when bookingEdificio Adobe, 34th St., 16th Ave., Barrio Corazón de Jesús
AVIS506-2202-8380 check_when_bookingCurridabat, 400 Metros Oeste Del Curce De La Antigua Galera
AVIScheck_when_bookingSan 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

How to Find the Cheap Car Hire Deal in Costa Rica

Inspect the Vehicle Before Driving Away

Before leaving the rental location, inspect the car for any existing damage and ensure it’s documented. Take photos if necessary to avoid disputes when returning the vehicle.
Ensure vehicle condition is documented

Confirm 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 location

Consider in-terminal car hire company for convenience.

If you are travelling to Costa Rica and considering hiring a car, choosing an in-terminal car hire supplier can save you time and hassle. Find suppliers with locations right at the airport, allowing you to avoid shuttle buses or meet-and-greet services and ensuring a quicker and more convenient pickup.
Find in-terminal car hire for quick pickup

Be Aware of Traffic Patterns

Familiarize yourself with local traffic patterns, peak hours, and driving etiquette to navigate more safely.
Understand local driving conditions

Understand Rental Insurance Options

When renting a car, it's crucial to understand the different insurance options available. Selecting the right insurance can protect your finances in case of an accident. Common options include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and liability insurance, so make sure to confirm the required coverage with the provider.
Choose the right rental insurance

Understand Age Restrictions

Be aware that some rental companies impose age restrictions or additional fees for drivers under 25. Make sure to check the company’s age policy when booking.
Check age policies for rentals

Check Your Personal Insurance

Before renting a car, check if your personal car insurance covers rental losses. Many personal auto insurance policies and credit cards offer coverage for rentals, which could save you from extra insurance fees.
Use personal insurance to save costs

Choose Convenient Pickup Locations

Select a pickup location that is convenient for you. Some rental companies offer locations within the airport for quick access, while others may require shuttle transportation.
Find the best pickup locations

Find Cheap Car Hire Deals in Costa Rica: FAQs