South Lake Tahoe car rentals from $71/day

Snow and ice are inconstant weather conditions in South Lake Tahoe, and driving may need a powerful off-road rental vehicle. Choose a compact 4x4 SUV if you’re traveling as a family/group or a winter-ready truck if you’re hauling your snow toys. An AWD car provides the required traction for stability on the road and comfort on off-road tracks. It also alleviates the need to mount chains on tires. During warm seasons, you can opt for a compact or mid-sized car for easy navigation and parking in the streets.

It is critical to adhere to South Lake Tahoe's speed limits to ensure safety and stay on the safe side of the law. On Highway 50, motorists must maintain 35mph to 40mph. In summer, the speed limit of the passing lane at Tahoe Ski Resort is 55mph, as the lane heads downhill. If you drive on Highway 89 between the Y intersection of H-50 and Camp Richardson, you must not exceed 35mph. Drivers using Highway 50 (as it approaches Meyers) must quickly lower their speeds to 40mph because it is a downhill drive. Before this section, the limit is above 55mph.

The city of South Lake Tahoe manages the Heavenly Village Parking Lot at 1 Bellamy Court. With a ride from South Lake Tahoe car rentals, parking will cost you about $1.25/20min, $3.75/h, and about $25 per day. The facility has an online charging system that bills drivers using their license plates and phone numbers.

On average a rental car in South Lake Tahoe costs $81 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 South Lake Tahoe found in the last 2 weeks is $66.

Car rental companies onsite at Reno airport include Rent-A-Wreck, Sixt, Priceless, Movly, Alamo, Avis and Thrifty.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Reno airport to off-airport locations include Rent-A-Wreck, Alamo, Avis, and Thrifty.

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

A Medium car rental in South Lake Tahoe costs $54 per day, on average.

A Luxury car rental in South Lake Tahoe costs $105 per day, on average.

A Small car rental in South Lake Tahoe costs $68 per day, on average.

In South Lake Tahoe, cars are most frequently rented at Budget 50 Highway 50 (3 miles from city center).

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

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 3 car rental agencies in South Lake Tahoe.

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 South Lake Tahoe so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

Children under the age of 12 are usually not allowed in the front passenger seats. All babies in car rentals are required to be in rear-facing car seats. South Lake Tahoe demands all children be in their proper seats. Children under the age of 8 and below 4 feet 9 inches must be secured safely in their booster seats. When driving in South Lake Tahoe, all child seat rules should be carefully observed and followed.

Take a drive of 16 minutes to Zephyr which lies 6 miles away from the city center of South Lake Tahoe. The city provides access to summer water sports, sandy beaches, and volleyball courts. The road trip from South Lake Tahoe to Emerald Bay State Park will take about 21 minutess and lies about 11 miles away. The city is home to the National Natural Landmark and mountains with glacier forms. On the other hand, you can take a two-hour drive from South Lake Tahoe to Sacramento which lies 103 miles away. The city boasts lively arts and historical scenes and also provides fresh foods from the farm and the California gold rush.