Car rentals in Guatemala City, Guatemala

Rental cars in Guatemala are a prudent way of vacationing or touring the city. You'll find multiple parking locations on streets, parking garages, private parking lots, or hotel parking, with fees often on an hourly basis. Traffic in Guatemala can be notorious, with early morning and evening peak hours sometimes bringing traffic to a halt. With car rentals in Guatemala, it's possible to tour sites in neighboring cities, for instance, Acatenango and Urlanta Falls. Guatemala is fairly walkable, thanks to the proximity of amenities to residential neighborhoods. However, you'll benefit from driving if you want to take a trip to locations that are a distance away from the city center. You can secure a cheap car rental in Guatemala and go on a tour around the colorful and colonial city Antigua that's just about an hour away from the city center and has sights such as Santa Catalina Arch and Iglesia de la Merced.

From an economy car rental, an electric car rental, or a luxury car rental in Guatemala, booking a car will come with various driving rules. It's a requirement to drive on the right-hand side of the road, with exceptions such as overtaking or changing lanes. The law necessitates that you always put on a seat belt when driving. You will be driving illegally if your blood alcohol content is 0.08% or more, and we recommend that you don't drink and drive. Guatemalan driving laws prohibit the use of mobile phones when driving, apart from when using hands-free systems. It would be best if you always yielded when getting into a traffic circle and never turn right on a red. Check with Guatemala's motor vehicle department for driving laws and any recent changes before driving on the city's roads.

If you're considering car rentals in Guatemala, know that you'll require a valid driver's license to book a vehicle. Foreign visitors must submit driver's licenses valid in their home countries, and these licenses are only acceptable for the first 30 days. It's recommendable that international drivers secure an international driving permit that will be acceptable for longer stays and always carry their passports when driving. While the minimum driving age in Guatemala is 18 years, you must be at least 25 years and have a year's driving experience to qualify for Guatemala car rentals.

$41 is the cost of a weekend car rental in Guatemala City for December, with cheap deals starting as low as $18. Deals are a little different for a week-long rental - starting at around $18, with an average price of $41.

The majority of the Guatemala City car rental agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car rental centers in Guatemala City such as Alamo, Europcar, and National often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

If you’re interested in renting the Kia Borrego in Guatemala City, then Hertz is the most popular car rental company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar Luxury rentals). Kia Borrego rentals in Guatemala City from Hertz are $86 per day on average.

Prices for cars in Guatemala City were last updated today.

As of November 2023, there are 63 operators available to choose from for cars in Guatemala City.

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Guatemala City. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.

To rent a car in Guatemala City, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.