Wailua (Kauai) car rentals from $42/day

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Wailua (Kauai) car rental information

Pick-up locationWailua (Kauai)
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Full-size, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Passenger van, Pickup truck, Premium, Premium coupe, SUV, Standard SUV
Rental locations0
Airport locations0
Popular agenciesTuro

Cheap car rentals in Wailua (Kauai)

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Compact$42/day
Intermediate$54/day
Full-size$48/day
SUV$86/day
Minivan$57/day
Premium$50/day
Passenger van$70/day
Pickup truck$59/day
Intermediate SUV$59/day
Compact SUV$59/day
Standard SUV$62/day
Premium coupe$85/day
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Wailua (Kauai)

  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Wailua (Kauai) for $53 or less
  • Book your rental car in Wailua (Kauai) at least 2 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard rental cars in Wailua (Kauai) are around 10% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Wailua (Kauai)

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Wailua (Kauai)?

    On average a rental car in Wailua (Kauai) costs $63 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 Wailua (Kauai) found in the last 2 weeks is $46.

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  • What is the best rental car company in Wailua (Kauai)?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Wailua (Kauai) are Alamo (9.2, 97 reviews), and Budget (6.5, 109 reviews).

  • How much is gas price in Wailua (Kauai)?

    The average gas price in Wailua (Kauai) 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 Wailua (Kauai)?

    Standard (Chevrolet Blazer or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Wailua (Kauai).

  • Which car rental companies are at Lihue airport (LIH)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Lihue airport include Alamo, Sixt, Dollar, Hertz, Thrifty, NU Car, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Payless.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Lihue airport (LIH)?

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

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Wailua (Kauai)?

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

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in Wailua (Kauai)?

    A Standard car rental in Wailua (Kauai) costs $61 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Wailua (Kauai)?

    A Compact car rental in Wailua (Kauai) costs $52 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Wailua (Kauai)?

    An Intermediate car rental in Wailua (Kauai) costs $66 per day, on average.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Wailua (Kauai)?

    On average a rental car in Wailua (Kauai) costs $442 per week ($63 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Wailua (Kauai)?

    On average a rental car in Wailua (Kauai) costs $1,893 per month ($63 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Wailua (Kauai)?

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

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  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Wailua (Kauai)?

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Wailua (Kauai) car rental reviews and directory

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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Best rated

2 locations in Wailua (Kauai)

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3-3257 Kuhio Hwy

+1 808 241 5580

Monday07:00 - 17:00
Tuesday07:00 - 17:00
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4-484 Kuhio Hwy

+1 808 975 9686

Monday00:00 - 00:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2022

KAYAK
Only confusion was at pickup. Waited for1/2 hour for my turn. Apparently I was supposed to go offsite and take a cab, adding another 1/2 hour. Everything else was great.

2.0 Poor

May 2022

KAYAK
They canceled my reservation so I went with Dollar for a great experience

10.0 Wonderful

May 2022

KAYAK
The pick up location was away from the airport and we had to take a cab who ripped us off to get there. But the agent there (Jeff) was very nice and accommodating, upgraded us to a brand new SUV and let us drop the car at the airport for no additional fee. All in all a great experience.

10.0 Wonderful

May 2022

KAYAK
Airport location was oversold and had to be redirected to an off site location. Both sites were closed by 5pm and I had to wait until the following morning to pick up.

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2022

KAYAK
Excellent customer service. Super friendly. Clean and good condition cars to choose from.

10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2022

KAYAK
Make sure you tell them it is a pickup at the airport! We rode the shuttle from the airport to the pickup location (we thought) but it was a mile away with no shuttle! Ended up getting a car there but had to paid the “airport tax” which was an additional $200+ on an expensive car already! Customer service was great and they were quick

1 out of 0

Hertz

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2 locations in Wailua (Kauai)

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3-5920 Kuhio Hway

+1 808 400 3751

Monday07:00 - 17:00
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4331 Kauai Beach Drive

+1 808 400 3879

Monday08:00 - 15:00
Tuesday08:00 - 15:00
Wednesday08:00 - 15:00
Thursday08:00 - 15:00
Friday08:00 - 15:00

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8.0 Very good

Jul 2023

KAYAK
Pick up 45 min wait time or more

10.0 Wonderful

Jul 2023

KAYAK
Sat hours for do of would have been nice. However it was so simple, no lines, super easy process to check out. I would rent from Hertz Lihue again!

2.0 Poor

May 2023

KAYAK
They refused to provide transportation from the airport so we canceled our reservation. Who doesn’t have a kiosk at the airport or transport to their rental office? We were told to Uber or pay $45 for a taxi. Pretty sure they were happy to NOT HAVE our business.

6.0 Okay

Apr 2023

KAYAK
Needs a shuttle to and from airport. This would have made rating higher.

10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2023

KAYAK
It needs to be stated that this is a SMALL office within the resort. The address maps out to the resort that this Hertz is inside of, nothing in the confirmation informs of this. It’s referred to as the “Downtown Lihue Hertz” and that it isn’t at the airport. I did not expect to pick up car at a resort. Was very confusing. Everything else was great.

10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2023

KAYAK
Staff was very helpful & friendly. Location not far from the Lihue Airport so need to Uber or Left to offsite location - no shuttle. Car was great & would use again.

1 out of 0

Advantage

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One location in Wailua (Kauai)

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3273 Hoolimalima Pl

+1 808 245 5823

Monday07:00 - 17:00
Tuesday07:00 - 17:00
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Friday07:00 - 17:00
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5.6 Fair

Apr 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

They tried to charge us $50 for returning a Jeep with the roof down despite never having informed us this is an activity that we would be charged for. Either inform us or don’t charge.

6.0 Okay

Jul 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

The front desk is very mean

9.2 Wonderful

Jul 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Got a brand new car in minutes and drop-off was just as easy.

8.8 Very good

May 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendliness of staff

Cons:

Nothing

9.6 Wonderful

May 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Fast and courteous service, clean vehicle, good price

Cons:

Received a Jeep Renegade as an upgrade. Some quirky controls, but we liked the high clearance and 4WD.

2.0 Poor

Mar 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

They were friendly while they apologize for giving your car away and only having to "upselled" you.

Cons:

They will give your car "away" if you are running late and then only have higher end vehicles that they upsell you on. Happened to several people, seems like a pattern-even though you have a non-refundable deposit -they will give your car away if an hour later than time you designate. Class action anyone?

1 out of 0

Alamo

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One location in Wailua (Kauai)

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3276 Hoolimalima Pl

+1 844 914 1551

Monday06:00 - 22:45
Tuesday06:00 - 22:45
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10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2023

KAYAK
Great deal, didn’t push all the add-one I am typically accustomed to.

10.0 Wonderful

Jul 2023

KAYAK
Easy pick up/drop off process, to include the short shuttle ride from/to the airport.

10.0 Wonderful

May 2023

KAYAK
Easy pickup & dropoff. Great car. Courteous service.

8.0 Very good

Mar 2022

KAYAK
Friendly staff and efficient pick-up and drop-off. The vehicle was not thoroughly cleaned with sand on the seats and floors, a deteriorated rear wiper blade and smearing on the inside of the windshield.

10.0 Wonderful

Feb 2022

KAYAK
Convenient and efficient.

8.0 Very good

Jan 2022

KAYAK
The car was available and worked great the whole trip. However, it took a very long time to check in, find a car and leave when we picked up. I was not picky at all. The car they decided to give me changed 3 times before I could leave. Then it turned out that the person who sent me off with the car didn’t complete the paperwork properly, so I had to wait in the office for someone to fix it and print me a receipt. Not the end of the world, but not the smoothest experience I’ve had, by far.

1 out of 0

Budget

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One location in Wailua (Kauai)

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3285 Hoolimalima Place

+1 808 245 9031

Monday05:00 - 23:00
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2.0 Poor

Apr 2024

KAYAK
Waited over an hour to check in. Car was dirty. Had to walk back to terminal after drop off because shuttle was late. Took $50 off my deposit with no explanation. Not happy

6.0 Okay

Feb 2024

KAYAK
Keep was great! Grouchy staff during pickup and especially drop off. The Jeep had mud on it when we picked up which we didn’t care that much but of course we put more mud on the week we had it and the manager lectured us saying he wanted to charge us $250 cleaning fee. We settled on $35 which I suppose was fair. Website says don’t worry about cleaning but you actually better bring it back clean. Heads up.

10.0 Wonderful

Dec 2023

KAYAK
Friendly staff and didn’t overprice the rentals. Easy to deal with and secure the car.

2.0 Poor

Nov 2023

KAYAK
Terrible customer service

10.0 Wonderful

Nov 2023

KAYAK
Excellent

4.0 Mediocre

Nov 2023

KAYAK
Excess a f

1 out of 0

Elita Rent A Car

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One location in Wailua (Kauai)

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Lihue Kauai Island Airport LIH

+1 808 245 5823

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Payless

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3285 Hoolimalima Place

+1 808 245 9395

Monday05:00 - 23:00
Tuesday05:00 - 23:00
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4.0 Mediocre

Jan 2024

KAYAK
Car had no shocks, breaks worn,tires worn. Dents everywhere

2.0 Poor

Jan 2024

KAYAK
They had trouble locating my reservation and the number I was given from kayak was not a viable number. He’s created a significant distress and confusion of over paying for the vehicle.

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2023

KAYAK
I tried to rent from Hertz and it was a huge mistake. Never again with Hertz

8.0 Very good

Aug 2023

KAYAK
They need more counter help, this is a very busy location.

2.0 Poor

Aug 2023

KAYAK
Horrible 3 hour line dirty car

10.0 Wonderful

Nov 2022

KAYAK
Picking up at Lihue Airport is slow as molasses, for every car rental company. The lines are sooo long! But once we got our car, everything was great. And we saved quite a bit of money compared to Hertz or Avis.

1 out of 0

VIPCars Recommendation

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One location in Wailua (Kauai)

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3276 Hoolimalima Pl, Lihue, , USA Hawaii

+1 914 368 0091

Monday06:30 - 19:00
Tuesday06:30 - 19:00
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Most popular agency

Alamo

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

$63/day

Good deal

$53/day

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