San José, Costa Rica Car Rentals
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Small cars are typically categorized as economy cars, compact cars and intermediate cars. You can expect to pay $17/day to rent a small car in San José. Below are the best prices found on momondo in the past week.
When is it cheapest to rent a car in San José?
All | $1 - $66 | |
Family size | $4 - $44 | |
Economy | $1 - $28 |
The cheapest time to rent a car in San José, Costa Rica is in October. The price is 82% lower than the rest of the year at just $2 per day. The most expensive month is December. If you are looking for a specific car type, consider renting an economy car in October. If you need more room for your family, larger vehicles with 6+ seats are typically cheapest in September. The price of a car rental in San José can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.
San José Car Rental Directory
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San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport
San José, Costa Rica
Nearby attractions:
| Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica | 7.8 mi | |
| Parque Metropolitano La Sabana | 8.2 mi | |
| San Jose Cathedral | 9.8 mi | |
| Simon Bolivar Zoo | 10.0 mi | |
| National Center of Art and Culture | 10.1 mi |
San José Tobias Bolanos Intl Airport
San José, Costa Rica
Nearby attractions:
| Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica | 2.5 mi | |
| Parque Metropolitano La Sabana | 2.8 mi | |
| San Jose Cathedral | 4.5 mi | |
| Simon Bolivar Zoo | 4.8 mi | |
| National Center of Art and Culture | 4.8 mi |
Tambor Airport
Tambor, Costa Rica
Nearby attractions:
| Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica | 63.0 mi | |
| Parque Metropolitano La Sabana | 63.3 mi | |
| San Jose Cathedral | 65.0 mi | |
| National Center of Art and Culture | 65.5 mi | |
| Simon Bolivar Zoo | 65.5 mi |
Distance to popular hotels from San José, Costa Rica
Park your car and yourself at these popular hotels not far from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport's car rental counter
Barceló San José
Residencial El Robledal, La Uruca, 4581150 | San José de Costa Rica
7.8 mi from airport
Intercontinental Hotels Costa Rica At Multiplaza Mall
Prospero Fernandez Hwy. Escazu
5.0 mi from airport
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari San Jose -Costa Rica
San Antonio de Belen Ciudad Cariari
3.8 mi from airport
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Central And Second Ave. Between 1 & 3
9.8 mi from airport
Car Rental in San José
In March to date, 18,313 momondo users have searched for cheap car rental in San José.
What cleaning measures are being taken by San José car rental companies to control the spread of COVID-19?
Alamo, Enterprise, and Avis are some of the companies that have updated their cleaning routines in San José in response to COVID-19. While car cleanliness has always been important, many companies are taking it a step further to ensure vehicles meet higher safety standards. Learn more about the full list of options that are available in San José. As things change, so do policies. We’ll do our best to stay on top of things, but always be sure to check with the provider directly.
Is there a fee to cancel my San José, Costa Rica car rental?
Rental cars in San José from popular agencies such as Alamo, Enterprise, and Avis will generally offer free cancellation. While momondo does not have any control over cancellation policies for rental cars in San José, we can help you find the cheapest car to rent for your upcoming trip.
What is the best type of car to rent in San José during April?
With temperatures averaging 69.8 °F and precipitation usually 8.7″ during April, you should consider renting a Standard car when traveling to San José. A Standard car can handle the fluctuations in temperature and rainfall during the month of April and is a popular choice for travelers heading to San José. Renting a Standard in San José will cost you $5/day on average.
Which rental car company in San José has the most locations?
National has 5 locations. momondo users can expect to pay $21/day on average when renting from these locations.
What is the speed limit in San José, Costa Rica?
25 mph is the city speed limit for San José, which also applies to surrounding towns and other urban centers. The suburban speed limit and the speed limit for highways around San José are 40 mph and 65 mph, respectively. If you rent a car in San José, be aware that these speed limits may be strictly enforced.
What is the weather like in San José, San José Province, Costa Rica in March?
Typically, the weather in San José through the month of March is 68 °F and the expected precipitation is 0.8″. This is important information to know when renting a car so you can be sure to rent the perfect car for the expected weather.
What car would momondo recommend based on the weather in March?
Considering that the temperatures in San José are typically high during March and the chance of rain is relatively low, momondo would suggest renting a convertible which would help you enjoy the great weather.
Is the weather in San José similar to the rest of San José Province?
Those looking to rent a car in San José for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in San José Province during the month of March usually is around 69.8 °F with 2.2″ of possible rain.
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