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Pick-up location | Cabo San Lucas |
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Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Standard, Standard SUV |
Rental locations | 39 |
Airport locations | 1 |
Popular agencies | Europcar, keddy by Europcar, Avis, Thrifty, Enterprise Rent-A-Car |
For travelers who don’t require much passenger or luggage space, a small, compact car will be enough to drive to the beach and easily park downtown. A convertible is a fun option for when the weather allows you to drive with the top down, and a minivan is recommended if traveling with the whole family.
The speed limit in urban areas is usually 60 km/h (37 mph), but it may be lower in certain residential areas, so watch out for the posted signs. Urban throughways have a speed limit of 60-80 km/h (37-50 mph), rural highways observe a limit of 70-90 km/h (43-56 mph), and major highways allow you to drive at a maximum of 110 km/h (68 mph).
Street parking is available within the white curb marks, while red curbs mean parking isn’t allowed. Keep an eye out for meters as some parking spaces require payment. There are also several paid parking lots across the city, such as the Paraiso Mall garage. You can also leave your car at some resorts’ parking lots, provided that you intend on using their services, such as the bar.
On average a rental car in Cabo San Lucas costs $23 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Cabo San Lucas found in the last 2 weeks is $9.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at keddy by Europcar ($8/day), Europcar ($13/day) and Thrifty ($17/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at keddy by Europcar Blvd Lazaro Cardens- Plaza Las Californias Local 4 (1 miles from city center).
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Cabo San Lucas. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
The average gas price in Cabo San Lucas is $5.56 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $67 and $89, depending on the car size.
Car rental companies onsite at Los Cabos airport include America Car Rental, Hertz, MEXRENTACAR, Firefly, Thrifty, Avis, U-Save, Dollar, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Los Cabos airport to off-airport locations include America Car Rental, Hertz, MEXRENTACAR, Firefly, Thrifty, Avis, U-Save, Dollar, Europcar, and Alamo.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
A Full Size car rental in Cabo San Lucas costs $142 per day, on average.
An Intermediate car rental in Cabo San Lucas costs $126 per day, on average.
A Standard car rental in Cabo San Lucas costs $15 per day, on average.
In Cabo San Lucas, cars are most frequently rented at America Car Rental Cerro de los Cabos # 3513 MZ.60 LT.01 (23 miles from city center).
On average a rental car in Cabo San Lucas costs $162 per week ($23 per day).
On average a rental car in Cabo San Lucas costs $694 per month ($23 per day).
Most car rental providers in Cabo San Lucas offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Cabo San Lucas, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 16 car rental agencies in Cabo San Lucas.
Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Cabo San Lucas so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
Only four things are necessary when renting a car in Cabo San Lucas, and the rest of Mexico. You will need a valid driver’s license under your name or IDP, be aged 25 and above, use your valid debit or credit card for car rental transactions, and possess the mandatory Mexico car insurance.
It’s illegal to use your cell phone while driving in Mexico. However, if you have Bluetooth (or a similar function-enabled device), you may use your phone while driving provided that you stay focused throughout.
2 locations in Cabo San Lucas
Locations in Cabo San Lucas
Blvd Lazaro Cardens
+52 624 123 8992
International Airport
+52 624 123 2283
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2.0 Poor
Dec 2023
3.6 Poor
Jan 2020
Pros:
drop off was easy and when shuttle was going late, the guy offered to drive me to terminal, but then the shuttle showed up.Cons:
1. They forced me to buy the more expensive insurance. They wouldn't rent the car unless I did. Another lady refused and they let her go, so my rental ended up costing 3x. 2. It took forever to get the car because they kept forcing the up-sell, while the family was waiting. It felt like a mafia run rental agency. 3. The car didn't have a front license plate and instead had this big piece of paper pasted to front windshield that obstructed passenger view.6.8 Okay
Dec 2019
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OK priceCons:
Slow check in and out, forced to buy insurance3.6 Poor
Nov 2019
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Terrible service! They said it was mandatory to buy their insurance and that my card wasn’t enough. I asked Juan (supervisor) to show me where in their policy it stated this and he went to reach for it but then he said that the paperwork was moved by someone and he couldn’t show me. The folder with all their company policies was right in front of us but he refused to open it and show me. A total scam by these workers there!! I rented with Ace and they didn’t force anything on me 3 days before. Terrible customer service! Never rent here again!2.0 Poor
Oct 2019
Cons:
I never got the car, they tried to get me for more money when I arrived. I have rented several times and used third party insurance to cover the car. They insisted that the purchased insurance would not cover anything, they really tried to scam me. They started quoting insurance in the excess of $1300 until I was fed up with their approach and they tried to offer me coverage for$100 walking out the door. Internationally I will rent from My resorts from this point forward!!!! Word to the wise! Had I not rented before I probably would have believed them like I seen many others do!6.8 Okay
Jun 2019
Pros:
They didn't communicate price very well. We were originally told $25-30 per day when we called them. When we got there it was almost twice that, plus they wanted a $500 deposit they didn't tell us about. They ended up giving us the car for close to what they originally said plus a $300 depositCons:
Communicate pricing more clearly from the start next time and mention the deposit. I also blame kayak for not posting pricing through the app. It originally said our trip would cost $4, which obviously isn't accurate. Have baseline pricing quoted at the very least including insurance.4 locations in Cabo San Lucas
Locations in Cabo San Lucas
Av Lazaro Cardenas Sn
+52 624 144 3832
Paseo De La Marina 4750
+52 624 191 7212
Playa El Medano
+52 624 143 2422
Predio Paraiso Escondido
+52 624 143 4607
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
One location in Cabo San Lucas
Locations in Cabo San Lucas
Blvd. Lazaro Cardenas
+52 624 143 5222
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2020
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Easy to find the downtown Cabo office and I preferred it this way, having rented from the airport prior - saved a few days of the car sitting at the resort when we didn't need it. Check it was straightforward. Nice VW Jetta.Cons:
Not much. They're good. Waited a few minutes for the car, but no complaints. Easy, cost effective. See you next time.10.0 Wonderful
May 2019
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Excellent, friendly, spoke good English1.9 Poor
Jul 2021
5 locations in Cabo San Lucas
Locations in Cabo San Lucas
Camino Viejo A San Jose
+52 800 709 5000
Cmno Viejo A Sn Jose Del Cabo
+52 800 709 5000
Plaza Marlin Local 8
+52 800 709 5000
Riu Palace Bc Hotel
+52 800 709 5000
Riusanta Fe Cmno Viejo A Sn
+52 800 709 5000
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2.0 Poor
Dec 2020
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They didn’t have any cars for me!10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2019
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No wait Car was new and clean We will use again next time2.0 Poor
Dec 2016
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Despite reservation and calling Hertz to confirm availability the night before, she we arrived we were told no cats were available and never actually were in the first place. Wasted a day of our vacation.One location in Cabo San Lucas
Locations in Cabo San Lucas
Av Lazaro Cadenas Btw Leona
+52 624 143 6060
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4.0 Mediocre
Apr 2021
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Car was in great condition.Cons:
The charged me 3x the amount I reserved it for.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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The staff was friendly and helpful, drop off was easy, and the price was great.Cons:
It was all good.10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2019
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Yes all easy and price as quoted10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2018
Pros:
Jonathan was helpful and honest. He explained everything clearly and did not pressure upsell me on unneeded insurances. I printed a letter from my RBC Westjet mastercard company that declared that CDW insurance was included. I expected it to be high pressure slaes but the entire process was pleasant and i went back a second time to rent because i knew he'd be good.Cons:
When i returned the car at Cabo airport i filled up right beside the Alamo office. The gas station attendant pumped the gas but when i returned it the Alamo rep (not Jonathan - he's in Cabo San Lucas) claimed it was slightly below full. Fortunately he said he'd not charge me.8.0 Very good
Feb 2018
Pros:
Convenient location to many of the resorts. Car was ready. and cleanCons:
Even though I prechecked in, it took 20-30 minutes to get car, and I was only customer Rate was quoted in $ with high peso exchange rate, bill was charged in pesos so final cost was somewhat more than I was expecting due to exchange rate quoted.6.8 Okay
Jun 2017
Pros:
Nice clean carCons:
Too small, not what I reserved but that's all they had left. Had to wait an extra 30 minutes to get a car.9 locations in Cabo San Lucas
Locations in Cabo San Lucas
Andador Peatonal Callejon Del
+52 624 143 1414
Av Del Pescador
+52 624 143 1414
Av Lazaro Cardenas Edif Posada
+52 624 143 1414
Blvd Diamante S N
+52 624 172 5812
El Medano Ejidal Pto Paraiso
+52 624 105 1404
Hotel Fiesta Americana Km 10.3
+52 624 145 6200 ext. 31143
Hotel Hda Encantada Km 7.3
+52 624 163 5555 ext. 7078
Marine Port, Int B-7
+52 624 143 1818
Paseo De La Marina Lotes
+52 624 145 6020
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6.0 Okay
Dec 2018
Pros:
Good clean carCons:
Company did not honor contract, charged almost three times what I signed up for5.6 Fair
Dec 2018
Pros:
Staff were friendly.Cons:
I could not locate the pick up location.2.0 Poor
Dec 2018
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Nothing!!Cons:
Rented me a car from a private resort that doesn't rent cars to the public!!7.2 Good
Dec 2018
Cons:
It took me almost 1 hr. to get my car even though I had a reservation. We did paperwork for 30-45 minutes and then I had to wait an additional 15 minutes for them to bring the car to me at their office. Someone could have had the car ready while we did paperwork and the paperwork could have been started in advance. I won't be using National again.2.0 Poor
Jul 2018
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NothingCons:
Ordered a suburban because we had 8 people. Got a mini van that seats 7. And they charged me double the price.1.9 Poor
Aug 2021
2 locations in Cabo San Lucas
Locations in Cabo San Lucas
Calle Lazaro Cardenas Esq.
+52 624 143 1250
Car Transpeninsular Km 17.5
+52 624 105 4460
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2.0 Poor
Jan 2017
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NothingCons:
I thought I rented the car at SJD, but the office turned out to be 25 miles away in Cabo San Lucas. There were no cars available at SJD and when I called the Cabo office, he said he had no car for me. It ended up taking me over six hours to get to La Paz via cab and bus. I would never rent from Budget again.2 locations in Cabo San Lucas
Locations in Cabo San Lucas
Av Del Pescador
+52 624 143 1414
Av Lazaro Cardenas, Edif
+52 624 143 1414
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One location in Cabo San Lucas
Locations in Cabo San Lucas
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One location in Cabo San Lucas
Locations in Cabo San Lucas
Playa El Medano
+52 334 170 8243
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One location in Cabo San Lucas
Locations in Cabo San Lucas
Lazaro Cardenas Esq. Narciso Mendoze
+CC 52 624 1431250
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3 locations in Cabo San Lucas
Locations in Cabo San Lucas
Av. Del Pescador Y Pelicano
+52 624 143 5757
Calle Francisco Villa En Blvd
+52 624 143 1666
Melia Hotel
+52 624 145 7800
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2 locations in Cabo San Lucas
from$17/dayLocations in Cabo San Lucas
Blvd. Lázaro Cárdenas 1073, Ampliación Juárez, 23469 Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico
+52 800 709 5015
Plaza Jacinto Tamaral
+52 800 709 5010
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One location in Cabo San Lucas
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3 locations in Cabo San Lucas
Locations in Cabo San Lucas
Avenida Lazaro Cardenas Centro, Entre Leona Vicario Y Jose
+52 624 144 3832
Carretera Transpeninsular Playa Medano
+52 624 143 2422
Predio Paraiso Escondido
+52 624 143 4607
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One location in Cabo San Lucas
Locations in Cabo San Lucas
Cabo San Lucas Airport
+54 9 11 5259 9877
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Most popular agency | America Car Rental |
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Average price | $23/day |
Good deal | $17/day |