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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Desert Hot Springs

  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Desert Hot Springs for $35 or less
  • Book your rental car in Desert Hot Springs at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini rental cars in Desert Hot Springs are around -84% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Desert Hot Springs

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Desert Hot Springs?

    On average a rental car in Desert Hot Springs costs $53 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 Desert Hot Springs found in the last 2 weeks is $31.

  • What is the best rental car company in Desert Hot Springs?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Desert Hot Springs are Alamo (8.3, 91 reviews), Hertz (7.8, 96 reviews), and Budget (7.0, 139 reviews).

  • How much is gas price in Desert Hot Springs?

    The average gas price in Desert Hot Springs is $3.89 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $47 and $62, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Desert Hot Springs?

    Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Desert Hot Springs.

  • Which car rental companies are at Palm Springs airport (PSP)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Palm Springs airport include Alamo, Hertz, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar, Avis, Thrifty and National.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Palm Springs airport (PSP)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Palm Springs airport to off-airport locations include Alamo, Hertz, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar, Ace, Avis, Thrifty, and National.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Desert Hot Springs?

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

  • How much does a Mini car rental cost in Desert Hot Springs?

    A Mini car rental in Desert Hot Springs costs $185 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Desert Hot Springs?

    An Economy car rental in Desert Hot Springs costs $52 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in Desert Hot Springs?

    A Standard car rental in Desert Hot Springs costs $44 per day, on average.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Desert Hot Springs?

    On average a rental car in Desert Hot Springs costs $368 per week ($53 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Desert Hot Springs?

    On average a rental car in Desert Hot Springs costs $1,576 per month ($53 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Desert Hot Springs?

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

  • How many car agencies are operating in Desert Hot Springs?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 0 car rental agencies in Desert Hot Springs.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Desert Hot Springs?

    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 Desert Hot Springs?

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

Desert Hot Springs car rental reviews and directory

Airport Van

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3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way

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Alamo

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3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 833 659 1910

Monday05:30 - 23:00
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8.0 Very good

Apr 2024

KAYAK
Too expensive.

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2024

KAYAK
Ivan checked me in upon return. He was helpful.

4.0 Mediocre

Oct 2023

KAYAK
Car was clean. But person at added expensive add ons without explanation. Costing me an extra $100.00!

10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2023

KAYAK
It was expensive.

8.0 Very good

Apr 2023

KAYAK
I haven’t received my receipt for the return yet. I returned the car yesterday and they promised to email my receipt. None received as yet???

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2023

KAYAK
The whole process was simple and the service was perfect!!

1 out of 0

AutoEurope

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Palm Springs International Airport

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Avis

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3400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 760 778 6300

Monday07:00 - 23:59
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6.0 Okay

Mar 2024

KAYAK
Extremely long pickup line on arrival Efficient drop-off

6.0 Okay

Mar 2024

KAYAK
The pick up desk at PSP is a disaster, so many people wanting cars and too few employees helping them. Very aggravated customers in the very long lineup to pick up vehicles. Express drop off, on the other hand, worked very well.

6.0 Okay

Feb 2024

KAYAK
Got to the desk and was shocked to see a line of people that probably would have taken over an hour to get a car. So went to the preferred desk when there was a budget and avis guy with nothing to do. I couldn't remember my number, but the guy looked it up. However, he gave me a Ford 150 truck -- a bit much. Soi, mixed bag, but appreciated the help

10.0 Wonderful

Dec 2023

KAYAK
Quick and easy for pick up and drop off

8.0 Very good

Oct 2023

KAYAK
Initial vehicle assigned was not conducive to a bedroom with two bad knees, and a wife with a bad hip to climb into such a large vehicle

2.0 Poor

Jul 2023

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They didn’t have the car I reserved and needed. They suggested I wait until 7pm when they thought one would be back. My reservation was for 1pm. I was forced to use another company in the airport.

1 out of 0

Budget

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3400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 760 778 1956

Monday07:00 - 23:59
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2.0 Poor

Apr 2024

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Poor follow through on 2nd month and 3rd month of rental. Kept having to fix Budget errors in not renewing my lease until spending an hour waiting and then speaking on the phone to clear up Budget mistakes. Also overcharged by $100 on overall fee.

6.0 Okay

Mar 2024

KAYAK
There was a very long line at the counter and I had to wait for 35 minutes for the vehicle to be ready. This was frustrating to all involved. The employees were very kind and patient and were working as fast as they could.

4.0 Mediocre

Feb 2024

KAYAK
When I arrived just after 11pm to get my car, no one was manning the Avis/Budget desk at the Palm Springs airport. This despite their open hours being until midnight. I had to rideshare to my destination and return to the airport the next day to get my rental car. It took 90 minutes of waiting in line and at the desk for them to get me a car. They said they had run out of cars the night before. There was no communication about this nor was there any signage at the desk. A rep from another rental company told a couple of other parties and me that they had all gone home.

2.0 Poor

Feb 2024

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took 3 hours of waiting in a line to pick up a car

8.0 Very good

Feb 2024

KAYAK
Shorter wait in line (40 minutes wait to get to the counter). Did not have the vehicle I requested.

8.0 Very good

Feb 2024

KAYAK
Wait time for car was the only issue.

1 out of 0

Easirent

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Palm Springs International Airport

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 833 445 1511

Monday05:30 - 23:00
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2.0 Poor

Dec 2021

KAYAK
Kayak booked me a car that didn’t exist so I ubered all the way to the airport to get it and had to wait 3 minutes to be picked up and brought back to my hotel...

2.0 Poor

Apr 2021

KAYAK

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I liked nothin about it. Staff not helpful. Long line. At front of line, I was told that my noon reservation was for a location 1/4 mile from the airport ( though it at an address called “airport road” and that that location was closed at the time of my pickup so I couldn’t pick go to pick it up). Who Allows a car rental reservation at a closed location? Then when they said they might have a car for me anyway, even though they weren’t giving cars to “walk ins”, I could not rent it with a debit card, even though they had a large sign that said to Rent with a debit card, you needed a return plane ticket. I had that and showed it. They didn’t care. Then I said- could you please hold that car until I ubered to my hotel And back and picked up a different credit card. They said no. I didn’t want to risk that car not being available. So I found a better car rental agency.(Avis) And will never rent from Enterprise again.

Cons:

Literally everything could’ve been better. See above. I commit to never using Enterprise again - even if it’s The least expensive or only agency with available cars. There were twenty people in line, one woman at the counter and a man flitting around with car keys in his hand and not interacting with customers and no apology from anyone foe the long line. Not a well run operation at all.

5.2 Fair

Oct 2018

KAYAK

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Lovely people. Very helpful.

Cons:

I left a portable battery charger and cord in the center console. I went back to the Enterprise desk at PSP within an hour of returning the car. Was told car was on the ‘back lot’ for an oil change. And the back lot closed at 4pm. Promised to call next day which someone did. They found a cord that wasn’t mine ap obviously it wasn’t from my car. I had to buy a new one which cost over half what the car rental was. My fault yes. But either I was being fed a line about the oil change or else someone helped themselves to a charger. Second bad experience with Enterprise on a row. Rental in Portland lasts a month- reserved a compact but all they had was an aptly names Armada or a a pickup truck. I ended up spending over $100 on gas for the week.

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2018

KAYAK

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Car was great to drive.

8.4 Very good

May 2017

KAYAK

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They were very helpful and helped me upgrade to a nicer car. Drop off was super quick and the shuttle was waiting. Best car rental experience I have had

8.4 Very good

Mar 2017

KAYAK

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Everyone at enterprise was amazing. Very kind. They really cared!

Cons:

The tourism charge.. i live across the street, and just needed it for the day while my car was getting fixed.. I don't understand that charge.

1 out of 0

Hertz

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3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 760 778 5100

Monday08:00 - 23:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2024

KAYAK
Short line-up compared to other companies, good person at the front desk and fast and easy return, Price is my only complaint but that is with all rental companies.

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2024

KAYAK
The customer service rep was very helpful and knowledgeable.

10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2024

KAYAK
We couldn’t have had a more perfect experience. I will always go back with Hertz.

10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2024

KAYAK
Very good but the global cost all inclusive is very difficult to predict.

2.0 Poor

Dec 2023

KAYAK
After reserving my vehicle with a debit card via the pay later option when I tried to pick up my car at Palm Springs airport the Hertz employee told me because I didn’t have the CREDIT card I used to make the reservations I could not pick up the car and I could not get a refund. I had to have a friend reserve the car under his name and pay an additional fee to add me as a driver even though I was the one that reserved for and paid for the car. Again, I made the reservation with a debit card, but it hurts. Employee refused to accept the card that I used to make the reservation even though that is the policy.

2.0 Poor

Oct 2023

KAYAK
I arrived to only be told that I would be charged an additional 800 dollars on top of what I already paid online. I felt like I was being scammed for more money. I ended up paying 450 usd more than my quoted priced online when booking and paying. I feel very taken advantage of. Will never book again through Kayak or through this company. Disgraceful service and they should be ashamed.

1 out of 0

Sunnycars

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3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Ste 5, Palm Springs, , USA California

+1 914 368 0091

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Most popular agency

Turo

Most popular car type

Mini

Average price

$53/day

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$35/day

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