San José del Cabo car rental information
| Pick-up location | San José del Cabo |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Standard, Standard SUV |
| Rental locations | 77 |
| Airport locations | 29 |
| Popular agencies | America Car Rental, Europcar, Ace, MEXRENTACAR , Priceless |
Cheap car rentals in San José del Cabo
| Economy | $5/day |
| Compact | $5/day |
| Intermediate | $5/day |
| Standard | $6/day |
| Full-size | $5/day |
| Minivan | $15/day |
| Full-size SUV | $38/day |
| Intermediate SUV | $5/day |
| Compact SUV | $6/day |
| Standard SUV | $14/day |
Top tips for renting a car in San José del Cabo
- Book cheap San José del Cabo car rentals through KAYAK and explore the nearby towns freely. Grab your keys and get on the wheels all set for an adventure. Head straight to La Paz which is around 87 miles from San Jose del Cabo. The views there are a sight to behold. Furthermore, tourist spots like Balandra Beach, Malecon Kiosk, and La Ventana Beach are worthwhile. Next, visit Todos Santos. Being only 40 miles away you can check out popular destinations like Playa La Cachora, Nuestra Senora del Pilar Church, and Los Pinos Park. If you’re looking to unwind and get in tune with nature, 211 miles away you’ll find El Mirador where you can relax and enjoy nature’s richness.
- We’d recommend securing cheap San José del Cabo car rentals for the guests disembarking from Marina Puerto Los Cabos Port. Marina Puerto Los Cabos Port has a significant number of guest arrivals into the city and the car rentals agencies situated close by ensure you’re behind the wheels in no time. Some of the agencies include Avis, situated at Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort, or Europcar car rental located at ED. N7A, Local Puerto Logistico. You can also opt for National Car Rental, which is at P. º Malecon San Jose Sn, Zona Hotelera.
- When driving using cheap San José del Cabo car rentals, visitors should exercise caution with the pedestrians along the way. Drivers should specifically take note of the District 23400 event, a cultural event strewn with an art gallery along San José del Cabo streets. As a result, every Thursday from November to July, Alvaro Obregón main street is a strictly pedestrian-only zone for the people to stroll through this sensory and cultural experience. Drivers of cheap San José del Cabo car rentals should adhere to this.
- With limited public transportation options, a good way to ensure you get the most out of your visit is to book a San José del Cabo car rental. A vehicle puts beaches, the city center and excursions—like zip-lining—all within reach. What’s more, a personal vehicle also makes it easy to cart around whatever gear or materials you’ll need to take with you for a full day of adventure—no having to head back to the hotel to pick something up.
- For those of you who have secured a car rental in San José del Cabo through KAYAK, you can find it ready and waiting for you at the airport when you land. At the Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) there are service desks for many major car rental companies, including Ace, Economy, U-Save, and Europcar, to name just a few. To pick up your car, head to the baggage claim area, which is located in Terminal 2, then check in at the rental car company’s service desk. The service team here will direct you to your vehicle’s location.
- To reduce the pace at which drivers travel along San José del Cabo’s roadways, the city has implemented speed bumps and speed divots. For this reason, you’ll want to keep your eyes on the road at all times to ensure you and your vehicle aren’t jostled by these roadway features. While driving, you’ll also discover that locals may become impatient with drivers unfamiliar with the roads, so be sure you check your review mirror for any motor vehicles looking to overtake you, and just let them pass.
- San José del Cabo is an especially tourist-focused city and, because of this, you’re less likely to encounter rush hour traffic in the timeframes before and after a normal 9am-to-5pm workday. However, you may sometimes find roadways a bit more congested around 6am to 7am, then again around 5pm to 6pm.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in San José del Cabo for $12 or less
- Book your rental car in San José del Cabo at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact rental cars in San José del Cabo are around 24% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in San José del Cabo
What type of car is recommended for driving in San José del Cabo?
Two very suitable options for your car rental in San José del Cabo are compact and economy vehicles. These smaller automobiles typically provide greater maneuverability on roads, are easy to park and often have better gas mileage than larger vehicles.
What’s the speed limit in San José del Cabo?
Throughout the city of San José del Cabo the speed limits will be clearly posted; however, drivers can generally expect to find that posted speed limits hover around 60km/h (37mph) in more urban areas. On the federal roads, including the major roadway from the airport, you will find that the speed limits are posted at around 110km/h (68mph). The limits may be reduced close to resorts and the city center.
Where are the best places to park in San José del Cabo?
While visiting San José del Cabo, you’re likely to be staying at one of the many hotels or resorts along the beaches—this means that you’ll be able to park in the parking lot associated with your accommodations. However, when you’re exploring the downtown area or sites of interest that are inland, you’ll discover that there are a number of other parking lots available, including the Las Palmas Parking Lot on Calle Boulevard Antonio Mijares. While street parking is typically free, if you cannot find any spots along the street, you can expect parking lots to cost roughly Mex$22 ($1) per hour.
How much does it cost to rent a car in San José del Cabo?
On average a rental car in San José del Cabo costs $18 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 San José del Cabo found in the last 2 weeks is $3.
What is the cheapest car rental company in San José del Cabo?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Ace ($5/day), Europcar ($5/day) and America Car Rental ($5/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at America Car Rental Cerro de los Cabos # 3513 MZ.60 LT.01 23436 (7 miles from city center).
What is the best rental car company in San José del Cabo?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental company in San José del Cabo is Alamo (6.8, 60 reviews).
Can I rent an automatic car in San José del Cabo?
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in San José del Cabo. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
How much is gas price in San José del Cabo?
The average gas price in San José del Cabo is $5.37 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $64 and $86, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in San José del Cabo?
Compact (Jeep Renegade or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in San José del Cabo.
Which car rental companies are at Los Cabos airport (SJD)?
Car rental companies onsite at Los Cabos airport include America Car Rental, Europcar, Deal Mobility Rent a Car, MEXRENTACAR, Ace, Avis, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, U-Save and Priceless.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Los Cabos airport (SJD)?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Los Cabos airport to off-airport locations include America Car Rental, Europcar, MEXRENTACAR, Ace, Avis, Hertz, E-Z Rent-A-Car, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and U-Save.
How can I find car rentals near me in San José del Cabo?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in San José del Cabo?
A Compact car rental in San José del Cabo costs $31 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in San José del Cabo?
An Intermediate car rental in San José del Cabo costs $23 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car rental cost in San José del Cabo?
A Standard car rental in San José del Cabo costs $33 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in San José del Cabo?
In San José del Cabo, cars are most frequently rented at Ace Carretera Transpeninsular (7 miles from city center).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in San José del Cabo?
On average a rental car in San José del Cabo costs $123 per week ($18 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in San José del Cabo?
On average a rental car in San José del Cabo costs $528 per month ($18 per day).
Should I get insurance when renting a car in San José del Cabo?
Most car rental providers in San José del Cabo offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in San José del Cabo, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
How many car agencies are operating in San José del Cabo?
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 29 car rental agencies in San José del Cabo.
Which car rental companies in San José del Cabo have updated their vehicle cleaning and safety policies because of Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
Some car rental companies in San José del Cabo 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 Hertz
What do I need to know before booking a car rental in San José del Cabo?
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 San José del Cabo?
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in San José del Cabo so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
Are there any toll roads in San José del Cabo?
Yes, there is. The toll road in the city is the Libramiento Aeropuerto Los Cabos - San José del Cabo - Cabo San Lucas. It connects both ‘cabos’ that is Cabo San Lucas, and San Jose del Cabo and is popular among tourists.
Can I rent a cheap car rental while in downtown San José del Cabo?
Accessing a cheap car rental while in downtown is not impossible. There’s a decent range of car rentals agencies ready to have you on the road at any moment. BBB Rent a Car, situated at Carretera Transpeninsularkm 43.5, and Payless Car Rental at Loc 2, P. º Malecon San Jose, Zona Hotelera are some of them.
San José del Cabo car rental reviews and directory
Alamo
6.8
Okay
79 reviewsCleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.1
Value for money
5.9
3 locations in San José del Cabo
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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They did not have the mini van we rented and we weee a group of 7 so the small car we got offered instead wasn’t going to work for us so went without a car10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2021
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Friendly and helpful, from the airport shuttle driver to the desk and fleet teams.4.0 Mediocre
Feb 2021
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Bait and switch. Quoted $185 then got there and all of a suden it’s $405. You guys suck4.0 Mediocre
Jan 2021
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Mandatory insurance and other fees took my quoted price from $155.95 to $371.74. That's more than double the price I was told in Kayak. I don't think I'll be back.2.0 Poor
Dec 2020
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Price increased over double the amount quoted once there to pick up the car. Of course, they also claimed they didn’t have the car as described available as well. We left and went to Avis! Love Avis in Cabo.8.0 Very good
Dec 2020
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Staff was friendly.Cons:
All good.Europcar
4.8
Mediocre
31 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.8
Value for money
4.7
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3.6 Poor
Jan 2020
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drop off was easy and when shuttle was going late, the guy offered to drive me to terminal, but then the shuttle showed up.Cons:
1. They forced me to buy the more expensive insurance. They wouldn't rent the car unless I did. Another lady refused and they let her go, so my rental ended up costing 3x. 2. It took forever to get the car because they kept forcing the up-sell, while the family was waiting. It felt like a mafia run rental agency. 3. The car didn't have a front license plate and instead had this big piece of paper pasted to front windshield that obstructed passenger view.6.8 Okay
Dec 2019
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OK priceCons:
Slow check in and out, forced to buy insurance3.6 Poor
Nov 2019
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Terrible service! They said it was mandatory to buy their insurance and that my card wasn’t enough. I asked Juan (supervisor) to show me where in their policy it stated this and he went to reach for it but then he said that the paperwork was moved by someone and he couldn’t show me. The folder with all their company policies was right in front of us but he refused to open it and show me. A total scam by these workers there!! I rented with Ace and they didn’t force anything on me 3 days before. Terrible customer service! Never rent here again!2.0 Poor
Oct 2019
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I never got the car, they tried to get me for more money when I arrived. I have rented several times and used third party insurance to cover the car. They insisted that the purchased insurance would not cover anything, they really tried to scam me. They started quoting insurance in the excess of $1300 until I was fed up with their approach and they tried to offer me coverage for$100 walking out the door. Internationally I will rent from My resorts from this point forward!!!! Word to the wise! Had I not rented before I probably would have believed them like I seen many others do!6.8 Okay
Jun 2019
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They didn't communicate price very well. We were originally told $25-30 per day when we called them. When we got there it was almost twice that, plus they wanted a $500 deposit they didn't tell us about. They ended up giving us the car for close to what they originally said plus a $300 depositCons:
Communicate pricing more clearly from the start next time and mention the deposit. I also blame kayak for not posting pricing through the app. It originally said our trip would cost $4, which obviously isn't accurate. Have baseline pricing quoted at the very least including insurance.2.0 Poor
May 2019
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We went with another company because they were wanting to charge us a lot of money.Economy Rent a Car
4.8
Mediocre
33 reviewsCleanliness
5.6
Comfort
5.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.8
Value for money
4.9
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2.0 Poor
May 2021
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The car was OK, had to jump it once because it couldn't stand the radio on and the car was very weak and sounded like it had some transmission problems. But it did it's job, can't expect much from a RenaultCons:
I made the reservation for $70 for all 5 days, thought it was a great rate. When we got there they said there was a mandatory insurance that jumped the price to OVER $250 for 5 days. Why are we booking at such a low rate and believe that is the TOTAL price as the website says then figure out we need to pay 4x the price at the spot. Then I extended for another 2 days and it was over $120 for the 2 days. Super misleading and that is definitely Kayak's fault for quoting such low rates, I wish they would honor the rate that I was quoted before I made my way to Mexico and got ripped off because I needed a car. Literally everyone was complaining about the huge insurance rates at the store.4.0 Mediocre
Apr 2021
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Drop off was easy.Cons:
The required insurance wasn’t include in the upfront price and the cost was doubled when insurance was added. The car was a piece of junk, including drivers side large crack in the windshield, no power, one tire almost bald.2.0 Poor
Jan 2020
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nothingCons:
Everything. I reserved a Jeep Wrangler for a quoted price of $44.60/day. When I arrived they told me they don't even have any Jeeps, instead they would rent me a Renault for $107/day. It is completely unacceptable that they chose not to honor the reservation and tried to charge me extra for an inferior vehicle.5.6 Fair
Dec 2019
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YESCons:
The car had a bad starter==half the time we wondered if we would evero get the key to turn on. Missing left front hubcap when we picked up car Insurance was a scam. $1100 USD Will not rent again from you3.6 Poor
Nov 2019
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Staff was friendlyCons:
The car was absolutely not in the class that we ordered2.0 Poor
Nov 2019
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LousyCons:
CrooksBudget
4.3
Mediocre
56 reviewsCleanliness
6.4
Comfort
5.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.8
Value for money
3.3
7 locations in San José del Cabo
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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The pick up and drop off location are never staffed and I have to wait for the hotel staff to call a Budget person to drive over, even after I have a reservation at a specific time.2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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They never brought the car. We tried to call the local office for several hours, and they didn't answer the phone. Unacceptable.Cons:
Everything. The rental never even happened.6.0 Okay
Jan 2021
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car was comfortableCons:
The price of insurance and also upon driving the car, we found it had acceleration problems.8.0 Very good
Feb 2020
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Car was clean and everything worked properly.Cons:
We were offered an upgrade at no cost then when we brought the car back, that information was not entered into the computer so the counter person tied to charge us more until the manager came and remembered that he gave us a free upgrade.4.8 Mediocre
Nov 2019
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Insurance is a scam. I have coverage through my credit card however they claimed I needed to present WRITTEN evidence of coverage in Mexico or would have to pay for their insurance. This was never disclosed in advance via reservation or when I called Budget to confirm reservation and any special insurance requirements.2.0 Poor
Nov 2019
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Having the vehicle I reserved. I reserved a SUV and when I arrived at 3:30 they only had 2 vehicles available (compacts) , I refused to accept either one and had to wait and hour for the next suitable vehicle a full size sedan to be returned, fueled and cleaned. Budget and I was lucky that I didn’t slice open the oil pan or dropped the transmission on the rutted and rocky dirt roads to my destination of Cerritos Beach north of Cabo. That office needs more inventory of vehicles with basic safety features like back up camera, blind spot warning or any sensors period not available on even their premium vehicles. Then replace some of the indifferent and drag-*ss employees who contributed to the hour long wait!Avis
7.3
Good
9 reviewsCleanliness
8.4
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.4
Value for money
7.1
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10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2021
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Staff was friendly and helpful.10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2021
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Price was good, staff was helpful. Car was clean. Mexico 3rd Party insurance was included. Able to decline CDW with credit card coverage as long as a hold was placed on credit card.Cons:
Make sure you fill out the paper to mark all dings, dents and scrapes on the car before taking the car.8.0 Very good
Nov 2019
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The staff was helpful and efficient.Cons:
Not such a big price jump to a bigger more comfortable vehicle.2.0 Poor
May 2019
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Nothing to likeCons:
They made me wait 45minutes to tell me that they didn't have the card I booked in advance8.0 Very good
Feb 2019
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Upon return, they refused to release the hold on the credit card, saying that one of the headrests was missing. Also, there was a missing plastic cover in the passengers foot well that they want to charge me for. At check-in, they seemed very relaxed about the condition of the vehicle. Document!4.4 Mediocre
Oct 2018
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The car itself was clean and functioned as expected.Cons:
I show up to Pueblo Bonito Rose on the date I scheduled my rental pick-up (the date and location had already been pre-selected) and the hotel concierge tells me that Avis is closed on Sundays. Why did the website allow me to schedule the pickup on this date? Pueblo Bonito was nice enough to call Avis' other location nearby and I spoke with Avis on the phone, they sent a guy with my rental. He said he'd be there in 10 minutes, that was a lie, I waited at least half an hour. They provide a wifi box which is kinda neat, but the guy gave it to me without a charging cable and I wasn't able to charge it, so this was only useful on the first drive, after the first day of using it, it died and was useless. He told me upfront that there was no charging cable, so I was aware of this and said ok. When I returned the car at SJD Airport, Avis asks me where the cable is. I said you guys gave me the wifi box without one. They said that because there weren't any notations of the missing cable that they would have to charge me, at this point I was pretty upset. I'm just trying to drop of my car so we can catch our flight back home and now this nonsense. Long story short I spoke with the manager and flat out told them, "no, I'm not paying for a cable that we were never provided with which made this wifi box useful for only one trip" I didn't end up having to pay for the cable but then I got screwed on having to pay for a full tank of gas when I only used 1/4 of the tank, so I might as well have paid for the stupid cable. Avis never once told me anything about extra charges for gas, I guess this can be assumed but being that this was in Mexico and the first time I rent a car there, I didn't assume the rules were the same. I would've put a few bucks worth of gas to replenish the tank had i known I was going to have to pay the full price of a tank. Terrible experience!National
7.2
Good
17 reviewsCleanliness
8.1
Comfort
7.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
6.9
8 locations in San José del Cabo
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9.6 Wonderful
Dec 2019
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They didn't push the insurance too much. The place was clean. People were very respectful and prompt.Cons:
The sites said that the rental was in the airport but we had to take a ride. Not a big deal but it s best to be transparent.3.6 Poor
Nov 2018
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Location was near the airport.Cons:
Car was advertised as $94 for a week. I was forced (not asked) to pay for extra "mandatory" insurance of $16/day. This increased the total to $204. I was told by the representative at National Car Rental at the Cabo San Lucas airport that I could not rent the car unless I paid the extra insurance fee and that it was Mandatory. None of that information was on the site where I made a reservation. I believe the representative gave me false information and I'm going to report it to the Washington Post travel section. I took pictures of the agreement I had to sign.4.4 Mediocre
Apr 2017
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The price I saw on my online booking! $10/day for a 2016 Chevy Malibu! Returning the car was quick and easy!Cons:
The ACTUAL price I had to pay when I arrived because Mexican law requires the purchase of some Mandatory 3rd-Party Liability insurance which added 200% to the price of my daily rental. An additional $20/day. Customers should really be informed about this in advancen, as this can easily be taken into consideration during the online booking process. Also, my Emerald Club number was not connected to my reservation and I really had to negotiate HARD with the agent to get them to add it to my account. Was there an option to do this during the reservation? I don't recall. As a frequent National/Emerald user this was disappointing. Finally, clearing Mexican customs & immigration was less hassle, paperwork and time consuming than renting a car which I would have found hilarious if it wasn't so annoying. Would give 0 stars if I could! Also, the shuttle bus from the terminal has back doors for a reason. The staff should f***ing use them instead of piling everyone in the side, then cramming the luggage in so all the passengers are stick inside. Let the people go in and out the back DUHHHH!!! Okay... rant finished, but seriously those are legitimate points!4.0 Mediocre
Apr 2017
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Advertised as $83 for the week but ended up being almost $300 with "mandatory" insurance. Bait and switch5.2 Fair
Jan 2017
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New car, clean, works.Cons:
They claimed that the car I reserved wasn't available (it was) and charged me extra $20/day for a crappy car, plus the insurance surcharge. This was very expensive.6.0 Okay
Dec 2016
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Booked online for 6 days economy for 234.00 at counter total was 567.00... Not reliable pricing and 1 hour wait for them to prep. CarPayless
6.1
Okay
20 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
2 locations in San José del Cabo
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8.4 Very good
Jan 2020
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Very good6.0 Okay
Nov 2019
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Long waits to get vehicle. We waited about an hour to get our vehicle and there were only 3 people in front of us. They attempted to charge us for a scratch on the vehicle but we took photos of all the original scratches.4.0 Mediocre
Apr 2019
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Staff was nice, however they had no record of our booking, and we had to rent for a higher cost than what our originally booked amount was.Cons:
Careful even if you have a confirmation #, we had ours and they still didn't have any record of our rental, even after I showed the agent my confirmation # and screen shot of the booking.5.2 Fair
Aug 2018
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Car was excellent as was service.Cons:
I chose Payless because of price. Supposedly $175 for a weekly rental. That they agreed was the confirmed price. When I declined the insurance as I always do, since I have insurance on my credit card, I was told they would only allow this if I could produce a letter proving I had insurance from the credit card company. Or I could bring it later to one of their offices. Since I didn't have access to a printer this was not possible. Payless then charged an additional $18/day or $125 for the week for "insurance". This essentially doubled the cost. I have rented from Fiesta in downtown San Jose before at a much cheaper price. We only chose Payless since we arrived with heavy suitcases and wanted a rental car from the Los Cable airport. We won't be renting from Payless again.3.2 Poor
Jan 2018
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Car was okCons:
Charged $40/day for "mandatory insurance" which was not mentioned before hand.4.0 Mediocre
Jul 2017
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I rented a Jetta for 3 usd per day, but it turned ou that third party insurance ( basic by the way) is 33 usd per day. I think this is how they get you yo rent with them and then hike up the price. Also I came with the tank half full and they were charging me 70 usd to fill it up. In MEXICO that translates to 3.5 times the cost of gas. I took it myself given the price.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
5.5
Fair
4 reviewsCleanliness
5.4
Comfort
5.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.4
Value for money
5.4
5 locations in San José del Cabo
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10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2021
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Staff was excellent!2.4 Poor
Jul 2019
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The shuttle to and from airportCons:
Prices!!! I had a quote for $15 total rental and $11 for insurance. When I got there insurance was $30 a day. Very unsatisfied8.0 Very good
Dec 2022
1.9 Poor
Aug 2021
Sixt
5.3
Fair
15 reviewsCleanliness
5.2
Comfort
5.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.2
Value for money
5.4
3 locations in San José del Cabo
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2.0 Poor
Sep 2022
6.0 Okay
Aug 2022
2.0 Poor
May 2021
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Even though I already had an 11-day reservation and insurance covered by my own personal policy, they tried forcing me to either accept a $2000 deposit taken on my card or scam me into getting their insurance which was twice the amount per day of the rental itself. Given those choices, I refused the rental altogether and made alternate arrangements.2.0 Poor
May 2021
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They charged me much, much more than kayak told me they would.8.0 Very good
Jan 2023
6.0 Okay
Jan 2023
Ace
5.0
Fair
21 reviewsCleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.0
Value for money
6.0
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10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2018
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Easy pick up close-by nice new carsCons:
I call it the Mexico Shuffle because it always seems It's a bait and switch I am now a custom too this business practice Obviously when I rented the car through kayak it was $5 per day not even a Mexico can you get a car for $5 a day I knew that they were going to sell me a damage waiver the know where on the website could I find that information I actually called the location and got the exact price per day which was $35 plus the $5 as advertised so is about $40 per day for a midsize SUV which are required for off road dirt road travel Just to be fair all the car companies seem to do that even if I tell him I did not want to damage waiver that American Express credit card covers me and my automobile insurance covers rental cars and in fact my homeowner's policy has a line item in it for Rental Car Coverage which is rather minimal but it is there4.0 Mediocre
Aug 2017
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The car, while it was a new car, still was not the car that we reserved. We reserved a Nissan Maxima for 4 adults and got a KIA SorentoCons:
This was my first use of the Kayak site and we reserved a car for a week out of Cabo. The car was not what I ordered (a smaller KIA instead of a Nissan). The real problem was that as soon as I reserved it, I received an email from an insurance company, Allianz, that offered to sell me insurance. I purchased the insurance, but ACE rental would not recognize that insurance. I had to purchase another insurance policy through them at 3 times the price or not get the car.2.0 Poor
Jul 2017
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Not much. Starting with the (initial) airport shuttle ("Ace badged"), which delivered me to a 35 minute wait, at the (wrong) office. Once we took (other) shuttle, I was offered a Kia "Forte"(instead of the VW Jetta-Full Size or "similar"). My reservation stated Then, instead of the $30.69USD, that my reservation stated, I was given a choice of $180.69USD (with a $2500.00USD "Hold", and final charge on my credit card), or $215.51USD, for an $800.00 "Hold", and final charge on my credit card.Cons:
I did not appreciate the disorganization, the need to go to (2) different office locations, the waiting in line (at each of those offices), for a total of 50 minutes, the type of car that I was rented, (i.e.smaller than the car class that I reserved), or the ("Surprise!!!") additional charges that were somehow acceptable, and explained by, the "Terms and Conditions". While "Additional Charges may apply for required insurance, when the "required insurance" is 6 times the cost of the rental, something is wrong.10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2017
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everything was as advertised with no glitchesCons:
It is unfortunate that all the insurances need to be so expensive10.0 Wonderful
May 2017
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Ramona Alvarez in cabo san lucas was a great help and everything went well.10.0 Wonderful
May 2017
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Little yellow convertible Fiat for 6 days-231 bucks. Can't beat that!Routes Car & Truck Rentals
4.6
Mediocre
5 reviewsCleanliness
4.6
Comfort
4.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.0
Value for money
4.3
One location in San José del Cabo
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4.0 Mediocre
Mar 2022
2.0 Poor
Dec 2021
2.0 Poor
Dec 2021
4.0 Mediocre
Nov 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2021
Firefly
3.5
Poor
15 reviewsCleanliness
5.1
Comfort
4.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.3
Value for money
2.4
2 locations in San José del Cabo
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6.0 Okay
Jul 2022
2.0 Poor
Nov 2021
1.9 Poor
Jun 2021
2.0 Poor
May 2021
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Nothing - the car reservation wasn’t honored - please contact me as very unhappy as had to spend an additional 200 dollars to find a car last minute. Relied on kayak to deliver but instead got the opposite - a major penalty and lots over an hour looking for a car.4.0 Mediocre
Apr 2021
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The staff was friendly and drop off was quick and easy.Cons:
There needs to be more information for future customers on additional fees NOT mentioned in the advertising when booking a rental car in Mexico. Although my credit card covers collision, it did not cover liability in Mexico. It was not known to me and to other customers to my left and my right at the counter, while I was working on getting the contract worked out. The daily advertised prices are steep and will cut into peoples budget. I understand that I have to play the game, but it is very disappointing that I find this out at the counter and not before.4.0 Mediocre
Apr 2021
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The staff was super awesome and friendly, wait time was insanely ridiculous- we waited over three hours from the time we got dropped off by the shuttle until we we drove out. I’ve rented cars in other countries and this one by far one of the slowest processes ever. And remember the price kayak quotes is just for the car-not for everything else they throw in at the counter. My price on kayak was $188 and I ended up paying $572 all said and done. In the end it was kinda worth it all.8 locations in San José del Cabo
from $47/dayLocations in San José del Cabo
Blvd San Jose #2000a
+52 624 142 2380
Carretera Transpeninsular Km.
+52 624 142 9027
Carretera Transpeninsular
+52 624 144 2222
Malecon Costero R. Palmilla
+52 624 142 0893
Paseo Malecon Retorno Palmilla
+52 624 142 9292
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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There is a reason this shows up as the cheapest rate when you search via the internet. What they don't mention is the required mexican tax liabilty insurance that for us was DOUBLE the car rental rate. Everyone at Thrifty rental was furious in line at this hidden fee. Staff was rude, lines were long. Myself, husband and four kids had to wait over an hour for a DIRTY car that was way smaller than what I reserved. Never again.Cons:
Honest upfront pricing!2.4 Poor
Dec 2019
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NOCons:
Didn’t have SUV I reserved and then way over charged me for a small Honda. Then when I turned the car in they tacked on additional fees. Service personnel were rude and intractable. I had plane to catch and had to pay the additional fees7.2 Good
Feb 2018
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great car Nissan VersaCons:
Expensive Slow in returning vehicle Only 2 clerks at the desk with a long line up8.8 Very good
Jan 2018
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Price was excellentCons:
When picking up the rental salesman was very pushy on wanting us to purchase additional insurance. Since I am already covered by other means, I usually declined additional insurance but it was ver