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Best deals found for Costa Rica car rentals

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental cars in Costa Rica

Honda CR-V

or similar Compact SUV

Up to 4 passengers

4-door vehicles

$5/day

23 may. - 1 jun.

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Ford Fiesta

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$5/day

15 may. - 15 jul.

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Nissan Rogue

or similar Intermediate SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$5/day

21 jun. - 13 jul.

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Mini Hatch

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

$5/day

1 jun. - 28 jun.

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Kia Picanto

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$5/day

20 may. - 2 jun.

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Hyundai i10

or similar Mini

Up to 2 passengers

$5/day

21 jun. - 20 jul.

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Ford Edge

or similar Compact SUV

Up to 4 passengers

$5/day

6 may. - 27 may.

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Jeep Patriot

or similar Intermediate SUV

Up to 5 passengers

$5/day

28 jun. - 5 jul.

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Hyundai Accent

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$5/day

16 jun. - 7 jul.

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Rental cars insight and trends in Costa Rica

Useful insights to help you book the perfect rental car in Costa Rica

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What is the cheapest rental car agency in Costa Rica?

According to our data, Rent-A-Wreck is the cheapest rental car agency in Costa Rica. Users who book a rental car with Rent-A-Wreck often find prices below the $34 average daily rate each day. Depending on the city you visit, what type of car you’re interested in, and the length of your rental, you could find prices for as low as $5 each day when booking with Rent-A-Wreck.

What is the most popular rental car agency in Costa Rica?

The most popular car rental company in Costa Rica is Hertz. This rental agency currently has 78 reviews, with an average customer satisfaction score of 3.7 out of 10. 42% of momondo users recently selected Hertz as their rental car company of choice for their travels in Costa Rica.

What car rental company in Costa Rica has the most locations?

Alamo has the most rental car locations across Costa Rica. The company has 61 locations, many of which can be found in airports and city centers. If you haven’t picked a city to visit, San José is the most popular destination at the moment. San José also has 6 Alamo rental car centers.

Costa Rica car rental deals found on momondo

Find the rental car in Costa Rica that's right for you

	Small cars	$13 - $54
	All Car Types	$20 - $70

The average price of a small car rental in Costa Rica is $22. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Costa Rica is in October. The price is 44% lower than the rest of the year at just $13 per day. A small car rental is typically 35% less expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle rental in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Costa Rica small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car rental in Costa Rica is $27. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in Costa Rica is in September. The price is 49% lower than the rest of the year at just $14 per day. A medium car rental is typically 23% less expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle rental in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Costa Rica medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car rental in Costa Rica is $52. The cheapest time to rent a large car in Costa Rica is in September. The price is 50% lower than the rest of the year at just $27 per day. A large car rental is typically 34% more expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle rental in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a SUV rental in Costa Rica is $30. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Costa Rica is in October. The price is 52% lower than the rest of the year at just $15 per day. A SUV rental is typically 12% less expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle rental in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Costa Rica SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van rental in Costa Rica is $81. The cheapest time to rent a van in Costa Rica is in September. The price is 50% lower than the rest of the year at just $41 per day. A van rental is typically 57% more expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle rental in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Costa Rica van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a pickup truck rental in Costa Rica is $51. The cheapest time to rent a pickup truck in Costa Rica is in September. The price is 53% lower than the rest of the year at just $24 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 32% more expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle rental in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Costa Rica pickup truck rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a luxury car rental in Costa Rica is $73. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in Costa Rica is in September. The price is 64% lower than the rest of the year at just $27 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 53% more expensive than the average rental car in Costa Rica. The average price of a vehicle rental in Costa Rica can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Kia Picanto

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$5/day

15 may. - 15 jul.

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Toyota Corolla

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

$6/day

6 jun. - 14 jun.

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Costa Rica car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Costa Rica

Avis

5.1

Fair

110 reviews•22 locations

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Overview

Recent reviews

6.0

Okay|Jul 2023

Insurance is unreasonably expensive.

2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

Car battery died and it wasn’t resolved for 4 days. Switched to Alamo and it was night and day. I’ll never use Avis again.

2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

I'll never use kayak to book a car rental again. Your price was a long way from what Avis charged.

2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

I ordered a 4 x 4 and they gave me a 2wd!! Without telling me. Trip ruined!

2.0

Poor|Apr 2023

I looked up the insurance policies prior to arriving in Costa Rica after receiving e-mails from AVIS stating that there are optional insurances and upgrades available. I'm covered with all the requirements of Costa Rica through my insurance, plus have additional coverage with my credit card and above and beyond that we have an umbrella insurance policy that covers far beyond any liability waiver that they provide. At the counter they required me to purchase their insurance for $38.99 a day!! I showed them my proof of insurance and then they told me they needed a personal letter from my insurance company to them (not AVIS, but to their office in Liberia). While in line there were two other couples contacting their insurance companies struggling to get a letter faxed to their office. Apparently a digital copy or e-mail wouldn't work either. It is off-airport and once they have you there they make it very inconvenient to leave you there without a car. Additionally they placed a $2,000 hold on my credit card (usually made for those who decline insurance) so that shouldn't have been necessary since I was made to purchase theirs. I later found out that the agents behind the counter are incentivized by commission to sell the insurance and upgrades. The car was suppose to be given to me full - it was 1/2 tank, the front tires were bald, I had to stop and put air in the rear tire. For this reason I will never rent with AVIS again.

2.0

Poor|Mar 2023

If you want to wait 2 hours for your vehicle to be ready despite making the appointment, this is the place to go to.

1 out of 37

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2

Very good

30 reviews•60 locations

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Recent reviews

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Enterprise in Costa Rica is top notch!! Typically I expect bad, questionable treatment from car rental companies. Not here!! Absolutely a pleasant experience all way around! Teach the world how It’s done CR!

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Excellent customer service!!

2.0

Poor|Jan 2023

Somebody crash me and leave it away. I call the insurance for nothing because at the finish I pay for all. The rob me 1000 USD

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2022

Everything was perfect

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2022

It was awesome!

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2022

The service was excellent!

1 out of 10

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Alamo

7.9

Good

70 reviews•61 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

Great customer service and communication. The whole experience was seamless including having an agent bring the car to the airport. Nice, friendly employees.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Great truck !

8.0

Very good|Jul 2023

Confusing and a little stressful. It was no clear where or how to pick up or drop off the vehicle. One person told us there was a shuttle but then an employee showed up at the airport with the car. He was very helpful and friendly. He told us to drop off the car and give the keys to an employee at the check in desk. When I texted the day before our departure to confirm, we were instructed to come to the marina to drop off the car and we would have to figure out our own transportation to the airport. After we informed them we were told something quite different, they said they would make an exception and allow us to drop off the car. When we dropped off the keys, the lady at the check in desk told us it was routine.

6.0

Okay|Jun 2023

The staff was helpful, even though they charged me $18 for gas. The tank was almost full, it was at the full line, i guess it had to be over.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

The guys in puerto viejo didn’t pressure me into any additional purchases. Very professional

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Easy rental and got upgraded to a much nicer car for free. Unfortunately there are no rental cars at the airport, so it’s about a 20-minute taxi ride to the location for all cars.

1 out of 24

Budget

5.7

Fair

48 reviews•20 locations

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Recent reviews

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

East to work with and quick delivery of car.

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

RE: RA-578697501 This was my second car rental at Budget Escazu. The first rental was a good experience. The second was not. The car I was given had problems. The scratches and dents on the outside were properly noted. However the instrument and gage cover glass was so damaged I could not see the gas gage or other instruments. I complained to the customer service rep about the smeared glass and he said he would note the problem but the car would be ok to drive. Other problems I found once I left the Budget Avenida Escazu location were: the radio/entertainment center did not work, the child door locks engaged regardless of the switch position, the identification cap on the fuel door release was missing, the car smelled, the car engine has very poor acceleration. When I returned the car, and explained the issues, the representative at Budget ,Sr. Ronald Carajal told me that I needed to complain to Budget customer service

8.0

Very good|May 2023

Customer service was great. They didn't try to scam me with hidden fees or falsehoods about coverage. Another in my group rented through enterprise and they tried to make him pay all sorts of extras that aren't required (we rented in San Jose). I also had some car issues on the way back and they were helpful and understanding.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

The booking could not have been easier. The shuttle was waiting at the airport, the cars were there as promised and the staff were friendly and courteous. I highly recommend this Budget location.

4.0

Mediocre|May 2023

The ad never said that the insurance fee Is the doble of the rental. And the servir provide by the budget employee was unpolite and bad.

8.0

Very good|Apr 2023

Felt sort of corralled into the upgrade I got. Booked a 7p 4x4 online and was told in person it was only 2WD. Was then told the Land Cruiser I got was the only one left on the lot. 3 hours later my brother in law got a Land Cruiser and was told it was the last one on the lot.

1 out of 16

Economy Rent a Car

5.0

Fair

88 reviews•26 locations

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Recent reviews

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2023

I wish I had bought insurance up front

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Excellent staff, courteous, attentive, knowledgeable, and accommodating. Antonio made his the best rental car transaction ever! We will definitely be using Economy in the future.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

The location is about 2 to 3 miles offsite from the airport. But they had a van ready and waiting at the airport. The transactions fast, and the staff was great! Drop off was also a breeze. The vehicle was new and very clean.

2.0

Poor|Mar 2023

Worse car rental experience ever! After deciding to drop off the car sooner than originally planned, I have visited the office to discuss my refund options and was given a refund breakdown by the front desk person. However, on the day of the return, they gave me a completely different refund amount (HALF of what i was told originally), tried to threaten me, and challenged me to submit a claim with my CC company! After multiple emails back and forth with their "customer service team", they were still unable to provide me with the refund breakdown calculation, and then just ignored my emails all together. I am working through a CC claim at this point. STAY CLEAR, they are obviously struggling, and will rip you off without a second thought.

4.0

Mediocre|Feb 2023

Be prepared to pay $33 more per day than your rental price for fees and insurance as with most rental companies. Suv was ok. They didn’t seem to be busy at all which might be a plus.

4.0

Mediocre|Feb 2023

We booked a vehicle for set price. Flight delayed called and told them, got here to destination vehicle gone had to get a different one and it was 700.00 more than initially quoted. Way too expensive and will not be dealing with kayak again!!

1 out of 30

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Europcar

4.5

Mediocre

52 reviews•9 locations

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4.0

Mediocre|Sep 2023

It wasn't Europcar but Priveless rental. Your website said the rental agency was in the terminal, but it was 20 minutes away in heavy traffic. The car was old, worn and a bit dirty. You should never say the car rental is in the terminal when it's so far away. Also there were huge hidden charges that weren't disclosed on the rental listing. The people at the rental agency, however, were nice, but that wasn't enough to make up for the gross inconvenience and the 5-year old car that wasn't the greatest.

10.0

Wonderful|Jul 2023

We liked that staff were waiting for us in the airport and the car we recieved was really clean.

2.0

Poor|Feb 2023

I was an hour late due to my plane being delayed and they cancelled my reservation and gave the car to someone else. Had to pay 1000 more.

2.0

Poor|Feb 2023

When we went to collect the car we were told there was no car available and our booking shouldn’t have been taken cause they had no cars left, even though we’d gotten confirmation emails to say our car was booked and would be ready, very unhappy

2.0

Poor|Feb 2023

Reservation was canceled and I was not notified

6.0

Okay|Jan 2023

The car I had reserved was not available. Ended up with an ok sedan. A little underpowered for the hills in Manuel Antonio and bare bone options. Seat was uncomfortable after an hour and a half driving.

1 out of 18

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National

8.8

Very good

19 reviews•59 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2024

all was excellent. still too expensive but that's what it is

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Customer service was perfect . My car wasn’t ready and they upgraded us to exactly what we truly needed! They are fast and efficient too!

4.0

Mediocre|Mar 2023

Hidden insurance fees

10.0

Wonderful|May 2022

Roberth from the counter in malpais was super nice and professional

8.0

Very good|Apr 2022

The a/c on the car was terrible? Only kept the people in the front seat cool.

8.0

Very good|Apr 2022

Vehicle was a little beat up, but can be expected in Latin America

1 out of 7

Sunnycars

58 locations

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Car rental in Costa Rica

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Costa Rica so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

What side of the road do people in Costa Rica drive on?

Drivers in Costa Rica, including drivers visiting from foreign countries, are required to travel on the right. Keep in mind that driving on the opposite side can lead to both a traffic violation and serious accidents.

How good are the roads in Costa Rica?

As of 2019, Costa Rica ranked 116 out of 137 countries for road quality. Costa Rica received a road quality score of 2.9, which is based on a scale of 1 to 7, with 7 being the best possible score.

What is the drinking and driving limit in Costa Rica?

The drinking and driving limit in Costa Rica is 0.05%. Regions and cities within Costa Rica might have their own local drinking and driving laws on top of the country-wide mandated law, so be sure to check before booking your rental car. Keep in mind that there are stricter penalties for those who drink and drive and are under the legal drinking age. In Costa Rica, you must be at least 18 to drink.

How much does gasoline cost in Costa Rica?

Gasoline in Costa Rica costs $5.15 per gallon as of last week. If you plan on renting a car in Costa Rica, then set aside a budget for the cost of gas based on how much driving you imagine doing. In comparison, the country with the cheapest average gas price is Kuwait at $1.29 per gallon, whereas the country with the most expensive average gas price is Hong Kong at $12.53 per gallon.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Costa Rica?

Prices for cars in Costa Rica are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Costa Rica?

As of April 2025, there are 623 operators available to choose from for cars in Costa Rica.

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Costa Rica?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Costa Rica. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Costa Rica?

When renting a car in Costa Rica, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in Costa Rica?

momondo finds and compares thousands of car rental websites to provide you with the best selection of policies and car rentals in Costa Rica. Finding a rental car is quick and free of charge, so using momondo for your booking makes sense.

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Costa Rica?

momondo helps you find the best car rental deal in Costa Rica by allowing you to filter results by price, capacity, car features, drop off, pick-up location and many more.