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Top Tips for Renting a Luxury Car in Charleston
- Charleston is in the South Carolina Lowcountry. It is a short drive to several beaches, including Folly, Sullivan’s Island, Seabrook Island, and Edisto Beach. Charleston has a growing business and tourist industry. Whether you’re in town for business or to visit the local attractions, a Charleston luxury car rental will make the experience more enjoyable. Luxury car rentals have added comforts and premium features such as leather seats and high-end sound systems. They provide added comfort making them ideal if you plan to take a trip to other hotspots in South Carolina such as Myrtle Beach or Hilton Head.
- The Charleston International Airport (CHS) in North Charleston is a good place to pick up a Charleston luxury car rental. The airport is about 20 minutes from downtown Charleston and the large suburban town of Mount Pleasant. Here, you’ll find offices for several car rental agencies, including Alamo, Avis, and Budget. These agencies have offices inside the airport terminal. Other car rental agencies, like Thrifty and Dollar, provide a regular shuttle to and from the airport to their offices.
- You should be aware of rush hour traffic if you’re driving a Charleston luxury car rental. On weekdays, peak driving hours are from around 7:30 am to 9 am and 4:30 pm to 6 pm after work. You can expect traffic backup at rush hour if you’re driving on busy streets or highways such as King Street, Highway 17, or I-26. U-turns and right-on-red turns are legal in South Carolina. However, be on the lookout for signs that prohibit or restrict this driving rule.
- A valid driver's license is required to rent a car in Charleston. You'll also need a major credit card for a security deposit. This credit card has to be in the name of the primary driver. You must be at least 21 years old to rent a car. For Charleston luxury car rentals and exotic car rentals, including convertibles, most car rental agencies will require that you be 25 or older.
- 25% of our users found a luxury car rental in Charleston for $78 or less
- Book your luxury car rental in Charleston at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- January is typically the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Charleston, with prices around $77 per day. The most expensive month is March, with average prices of $139 per day.
FAQs About Renting a Luxury Car in Charleston
Where is a good place to park a rental car in downtown Charleston?
Street parking is available in downtown Charleston. The cost for metered parking is around $2 per hour with a 2-hour parking limit. The meters accept coins or credit cards. However, when driving a luxury vehicle, you might feel safer parking it in a garage. There are several garage parking options in and around the city center. For example, if you're visiting the South Carolina Aquarium, there is a garage close by on Calhoun Street. There are a couple of garages on King Street. One is near Midtown, and the other is close to the Charleston City Market. Lot or garage parking is about $2 per hour or $18 for the entire day.
What is the best luxury car to rent in Charleston?
The Cadillac XTS is a popular luxury car to rent. It is very spacious, with plenty of legroom for you and your passengers. It also has a stylish interior and a great infotainment system. The Ford Mustang muscle car is a good choice if you’re more interested in a sporty car. It has a powerful engine and provides fast acceleration. A luxury SUV like a Lexus RX might be ideal if you need added room for passengers or cargo.
What are car rental agencies in neighborhoods around Charleston?
There is a Budget at 390 Meeting Street in Downtown Charleston very close to the Aiken-Rhett House Museum. About 5 miles from downtown, Enterprise has an office at 2004 Savannah Highway. Another Budget office is at 2070 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard, not far from the Citadel Mall.
How does KAYAK find such low luxury car rental prices?
KAYAK compares luxury car rental prices from all major car rental companies such as Thrifty, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, Payless and more to find you the best deal.
How much does a luxury car rental cost in Charleston?
On average a luxury car rental in Charleston costs $98 per day.
How much does it cost to rent a luxury car for a week in Charleston?
On average a luxury car in Charleston costs $685 per week ($98 per day) to rent.
How much does it cost to rent a luxury car long term for a month in Charleston?
On average a luxury car in Charleston costs $2,935 per month ($685 per week) to rent.
Charleston Luxury Car Rental Company Reviews All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Budget
6.0
Okay
Read 144 reviewsCleanliness
6.3
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.1
3 locations in Charleston
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Mark, May 2024
Premium SUV
2.0 Poor
Dan, Apr 2024
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Lynne, Apr 2024
Premium SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Julie, Feb 2024
Intermediate SUV
Alamo
9.1
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Read 32 reviewsCleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.2
Value for money
8.7
One location in Charleston
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4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, May 2024
Luxury SUV
4.0 Mediocre
Veronique, Feb 2024
Minivan
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2021
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We were treated so kindly. The young man carried our luggage to the car and even gave us a choice. Most will not do that!10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2021
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All of the staff I had come into contact with were phenomenal! Couldn't have asked for better service.Cons:
If they had actually attached the invoice to to email that was sent to me.8.0 Very good
Mike, Mar 2021
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Easy in and out. Car was very comfortable.Cons:
The battery died on me the first day, but Alamo roadside assistance was able to fix the problem and all was good the rest of the trip.10.0 Wonderful
patrice, Jan 2021
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It was a last minute decision to rent & the process was easy and the car was greatEnterprise Rent-A-Car
7.7
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8.0
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.7
Value for money
7.4
6 locations in Charleston
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Anonymous, Oct 2024
Pickup truck
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Minivan
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Anonymous, Apr 2024
Minivan
10.0 Wonderful
Julio, Jan 2024
Compact
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Standard
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Anonymous, Dec 2023
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Hertz
6.8
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Read 68 reviewsCleanliness
7.2
Comfort
7.2
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7.0
Value for money
6.2
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Jennifer, Aug 2024
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Premium SUV
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Nov 2021
6.0 Okay
Shannon, Nov 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2021
2.0 Poor
Alan, Oct 2021
Avis
5.3
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6.0
Comfort
6.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.4
Value for money
5.6
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Ben, Oct 2024
Minivan
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Minivan
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, May 2024
Premium SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Standard
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Compact
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Anonymous, Nov 2023
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National
8.0
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Read 3 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.5
Value for money
8.5
One location in Charleston
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Compact
10.0 Wonderful
David, May 2020
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from$82/dayLocations in Charleston
5500 International Boulevard
+1 843 501 7163
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Paul, May 2021
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Requested large SUV. Kayak said that the reservation was for a Nissan Armada. On arrival , no armadas or similarly sized vehicles were ever available at location. FIX THIS8.0 Very good
Anonymous, May 2021
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Fast and easy service4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, May 2021
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You can never reach anyone at the desk by phone. They rarely pickup and you can’t leave any messages because the mailbox is full. There’s also no one manning the pickup or drop off kiosk.4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, May 2021
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The manager wasted time with two other customers and we could hear all of their conversation. Very unpleasant for us while waiting. When it was our turn, she insisted there was a block on my debit card which I checked before making the trip which was okay for the rental company to use. She said if we didn't want the car we could go to another car rental. We produced another card and suddenly it was okay and cost us extra. I checked with my bank the next morning and said there was not any block on my card. This lasted with her for a half hour. Very unprofessional for a manager as she stated she was. Makes me think twice about wanting to rent again from them.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2021
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Yes, staff was friendlyCons:
They could have had a car available for us. We just put in a 14 hour day of travel. We are sorry we have no cars available, just does not cut it. We will not rent a car from Dollar/Thrifty again. Unreliable.8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Apr 2021
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The rental was quick. The car was better than expected.Cons:
Employees did not go out of their way to do anything. They did their job. At times I felt a nuisance to them. It was quite inconvenient that the rental place was not at the airport or did not provide a shuttle.One location in Charleston
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Most popular agency | Budget |
|---|---|
Average price | $98/day |
Good deal | $78/day |
When to book a luxury rental car in Charleston
Everything you need to know for your luxury car rental in Charleston
Charleston Luxury Car Rental Information
| Pick-up location | Charleston |
|---|---|
| Car types | Luxury |
| Rental locations | 11 |
| Airport locations | 5 |
| Popular agencies | Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo, Avis, Budget, National |