Pick-up location | Cabo San Lucas |
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Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Premium, Standard, Standard SUV |
Rental locations | 35 |
Airport locations | 0 |
Popular agencies | Europcar, Avis, keddy by Europcar, Payless, Budget |
Economy | $5/day |
Compact | $6/day |
Intermediate | $5/day |
Standard | $29/day |
Full-size | $37/day |
Minivan | $90/day |
Premium | $52/day |
Standard SUV | $37/day |
Compact SUV | $39/day |
Intermediate SUV | $41/day |
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 $17 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 $3.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Europcar ($5/day), keddy by Europcar ($5/day) and Payless ($29/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Europcar Blvd Lazaro Cardens 23400 (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 $5.07 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $61 and $81, depending on the car size.
Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Cabo San Lucas.
Car rental companies onsite at Los Cabos airport include America Car Rental, Europcar, MEXRENTACAR, Avis, Priceless, Deal Mobility Rent a Car, Ace, Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Alamo and Economy 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, Europcar, MEXRENTACAR, Avis, Ace, E-Z Rent-A-Car, Alamo, Economy Rent a Car, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Sixt.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
An Economy car rental in Cabo San Lucas costs $29 per day, on average.
A Standard car rental in Cabo San Lucas costs $63 per day, on average.
A Compact car rental in Cabo San Lucas costs $45 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 $121 per week ($17 per day).
On average a rental car in Cabo San Lucas costs $520 per month ($17 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.
Some car rental companies in Cabo San Lucas which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Europcar, Avis and Alamo
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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.5 locations in Cabo San Lucas
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2.0 Poor
Dec 2021
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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.9 locations in Cabo San Lucas
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6.0 Okay
Dec 2019
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Good clean carCons:
Company did not honor contract, charged almost three times what I signed up for5.6 Fair
Dec 2018
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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
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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
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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.3 locations in Cabo San Lucas
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