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Lake Elsinore car rentals from $39/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Lake Elsinore with a pick-up date of 11/4 and drop-off date of 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.

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Cheap car rentals in Lake Elsinore

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Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
2/4
$39/day
Class Full-size Car car
Class Full-size Car
or similar LARGE
5
2
4-5
$41/day
Chrysler Town & Country car
Chrysler Town & Country
or similar VAN
5
5
4-5
$56/day
Chevrolet Tahoe car
Chevrolet Tahoe
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$72/day
Mercedes-Benz CLA car
Mercedes-Benz CLA
or similar LARGE
5
5
4-5
$51/day
Audi A4 car
Audi A4
or similar LUXURY
5
5
4-5
$53/day
Toyota Tacoma car
Toyota Tacoma
or similar PICKUPTRUCK
5
3
2/4
$47/day
Hyundai Kona car
Hyundai Kona
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$44/day
Chevrolet Equinox car
Chevrolet Equinox
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$44/day
Nissan Rogue car
Nissan Rogue
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$46/day
Mercedes-Benz GLC car
Mercedes-Benz GLC
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$63/day
Chevrolet Corvette car
Chevrolet Corvette
or similar LUXURY
5
5
2-3
$121/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Lake Elsinore

  • Driving car rentals in Lake Elsinore is an excellent way to get around this city located in the western part of Riverside County in Southern California. Lake Elsinore car rentals will allow you to get to your appointments on time, visit people according to your own schedule, and see local sites, including Lake Elsinore itself, the Temecula Valley Museum, and Los Pinos Peak. Car rentals in Lake Elsinore also give you the freedom to drive east to Joshua Tree National Park, northeast to Las Vegas, or south to San Diego.
  • Located about 90 miles northwest of Lake Elsinore, the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) makes a convenient place for securing a rental car when you fly in to visit Lake Elsinore. In order to easily access the off-site car rental agencies, deplaning passengers should go to the arrivals curb and wait under the purple sign for Rental Car Shuttles, located on the traffic island. If you need a GPS or a child safety seat along with your rental car, it is advisable to mention this when you make your reservation to help make sure that what you need is available when you arrive at your LAX car rental location.
  • The streets of Lake Elsinore are wide and well maintained. You can depend on congested traffic every weekday from about 6:30 am to 10 am and 3:30 pm to 7 pm. You might want to add-on a GPS device in order to help you navigate around traffic snarls in a hands-free manner. Lake Elsinore is populated by many families, so drive with caution, on the lookout for children darting into the road, around schools, parks, and family restaurant parking lots.
  • One of the biggest challenges those driving car rentals in Lake Elsinore will face Is the hectic way people tend to drive on the massive Southern California freeways, often four or five lanes wide on either side. Drivers swerve in and out of traffic lanes at any given opportunity, often without using a turn signal. When it is not rush hour, the traffic moves incredibly fast on both sides of you, and it can be disconcerting at first if you are not used to it. Drive with caution, and if you're driving more slowly than most traffic, stay in the right-hand lanes. You can use your navigation device to find a route to your destination that does not include freeways If you feel uncomfortable driving on them.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Lake Elsinore for $41 or less
  • Book your rental car in Lake Elsinore at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Economy rental cars in Lake Elsinore are around 59% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Lake Elsinore

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Lake Elsinore?

    On average a rental car in Lake Elsinore costs $51 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 Lake Elsinore found in the last 2 weeks is $38.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Lake Elsinore?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($39/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car 158 Campbell St 92530-4404 (2 miles from city center).

  • How much is gas price in Lake Elsinore?

    The average gas price in Lake Elsinore is $3.70 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $44 and $59, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Lake Elsinore?

    Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Lake Elsinore.

  • Which car rental companies are at Los Angeles airport (LAX)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Los Angeles airport include Hertz, Fox, Midway, Ace, Sixt, Budget, U-Save, Thrifty, Priceless and NU Car.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Los Angeles airport (LAX)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Los Angeles airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Midway, Sixt, Budget, U-Save, Thrifty, Priceless, NU Car, Dollar, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Lake Elsinore?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Lake Elsinore?

    An Economy car rental in Lake Elsinore costs $30 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Lake Elsinore?

    An Intermediate car rental in Lake Elsinore costs $32 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Lake Elsinore?

    A Compact car rental in Lake Elsinore costs $33 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Lake Elsinore?

    In Lake Elsinore, cars are most frequently rented at Enterprise Rent-A-Car 158 Campbell St (2 miles from city center).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Lake Elsinore?

    On average a rental car in Lake Elsinore costs $357 per week ($51 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Lake Elsinore?

    On average a rental car in Lake Elsinore costs $1,531 per month ($51 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Lake Elsinore?

    Most car rental providers in Lake Elsinore offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Lake Elsinore, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

  • How many car agencies are operating in Lake Elsinore?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 2 car rental agencies in Lake Elsinore.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Lake Elsinore?

    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!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Lake Elsinore?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Lake Elsinore so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Lake Elsinore?

    In Lake Elsinore and the surrounding Southern California area, you will find a number of SUVs on the road at any given time. Therefore, you might want to rent an SUV yourself in order to give you the best visibility in Lake Elsinore traffic. An SUV will also help you transport large numbers of people if you are visiting family and friends, and it will also help you indulge in the many opportunities for outdoor recreation because you can load up your vehicle with outdoor adventure equipment or picnic supplies. If you will be attending business meetings or social events and you want to arrive in style, consider renting a luxury SUV.

  • What's the speed limit in Lake Elsinore?

    On Lake Elsinore residential streets and streets where businesses are present, those driving car rentals in Lake Elsinore should observe a speed limit of 25 mph. When you are driving through an intersection, your speed should not exceed 15 mph. If you are driving in a school zone during the day, your speed should not exceed 25 mph. The speed on all freeways near Lake Elsinore, including I-5 and I-15, is 65 mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Lake Elsinore?

    Most retail businesses in Lake Elsinore, such as superstores, shopping plazas, restaurants, and bars have their own parking lots free to patrons. In downtown Lake Elsinore, you can park for free in the City of Lake Elsinore parking lot, located at 130 South Main Street. Very often, the only paid parking you encounter in Lake Elsinore is at the lake itself, if you want to bring a boat. In that case, you need a permit, which costs around $10 a day.

Lake Elsinore car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Best rated
Most popular

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

9.0

5 locations in Lake Elsinore

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Locations in Lake Elsinore

158 Campbell St

+1 951 245 7997

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

26790 Madison Ave

+1 951 894 1514

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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29738 Haun Rd

+1 951 309 2228

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37680 Sky Canyon Dr

Opening times not available

707-a East 4th Street

+1 951 657 0748

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
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Friday08:00 - 17:00
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2.0 Poor

Aaron & Lauren, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The Menifee store is shut down! We arrived to an empty building.

Cons:

We shouldn’t have been given an address to get the car at that is no longer in business! Very unprofessional!!

4.0 Mediocre

Tyler, Nov 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Decently friendly staff

Cons:

They didn't have a car for me though I reserved one

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Great. Alex was incredibly helpful - I would recommend this location again.

5.9 Fair

Anonymous, Jul 2021

KAYAK
I have used Enterprise many times. I called and confirmed I would be picked up in a courtesy car. No courtesy car came and my repeated calls to the store were either sent to an automated system that hung up on me or I was directly hung up on with the staff not speaking. Once I got to the store everything was fast & easy but no one had answers for why I wasn’t picked up or my calls responded to.

1 out of 2

Hertz

4.6

Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.0

Value for money

4.0

One location in Lake Elsinore

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31500 Auto Center Drive

+1 951 674 9104

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

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4.8 Mediocre

Gabby, Nov 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The vehicle was nice. Not the expected rental but it fit everything we had to make it back to Texas with.

Cons:

The service picking up the vehicle could have been a lot better. Only one person working because everyone else was at lunch or “called in”. A warning before renting needs to be advertised about a major credit card is needed to rent anything over a full-size vehicle and that they do a soft credit check, needing at least a 650 to rent the vehicle. This wasn’t known until we got there. Thankfully things worked out but we had to downsize the vehicle because I don’t carry a credit card. Returning the vehicle was easy and great. It was just picking the vehicle up that made this experience so bad.

4.4 Mediocre

Michael, Feb 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Got there and they had given my car to someone else even though I had paid in advance.

1 out of 1

Budget

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2 locations in Lake Elsinore

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25125 Madison Avenue

+1 951 696 7210

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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27315 Jefferson Avenue Ste G1

+1 951 296 2202

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Good value. Your app failed completely however. Only able to find one way car was with Kayak. Also brakes made really loud noise. But it survived the trip and got us to our destination!

7.9 Good

dino, Oct 2021

KAYAK
Hidden $200 hold charge that is not disclosed at time of pick up or when vehicle is dropped off to location

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2021

KAYAK
The staff at this facility were very friendly and performed the transaction with great effectiveness. The price charged for this rental was surprisingly low.

1 out of 1

Avis

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One location in Lake Elsinore

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25125 Madison Avenue

+1 951 304 7060

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

yes quick response No waiting

Cons:

Cleanliness of the vehicle, windows and interior where dirty' also car head No Gas

4.0 Mediocre

Peter, Jul 2023

Minivan

KAYAK
Drop off was rude. The unlimited toll add on was useless as I had to pay at every toll station. The van was dirty at pick up.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2022

KAYAK
Fast quality service! Clean car, clean environment, and friendly staff. Recommend to anymore. I will be back for future rentals. Beats all the prices.

3.6 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

They took my insurance deposit out of account and i havent received it back,and that was a week ago

1 out of 2

Eagle Rent A Car

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One location in Lake Elsinore

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Murrieta City Location

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24 travelers who rented a car in Lake Elsinore gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.3

Car rental locations in or near Lake Elsinore

Good to know

Most popular agency

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Most popular car type

Economy

Average price

$51/day

Good deal

$41/day

When to book a rental car in Lake Elsinore

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Lake Elsinore car rental information

Pick-up locationLake Elsinore
Car typesCompact SUV, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Luxury SUV, Minivan, Pickup truck, Premium, Premium coupe, Standard SUV
Rental locations2
Airport locations0
Popular agenciesEnterprise Rent-A-Car, Turo