Car rentals in Upper West Side, New York

You can expect to spend around $48 per day on average on a rental car in Upper West Side. Depending on what neighborhood you plan to visit, daily rental prices may be as low as $32 per day or as high as $76 per day which is a 58% difference.

The cheapest rental car companies in Upper West Side are Hertz for as low as $31 per day, Avis for as low as $41 per day and Enterprise Rent-A-Car for as low as $41 per day. Keep in mind that these prices were found in the past 72 hours and are subject to change based on when you book your rental, what neighborhood you plan to visit, and what type of car you rent.

With an average review score of 6.6/10 from 41 reviewers, Hertz is rated the best car rental company in Upper West Side by our users.

30% of momondo users prefer to rent Economy vehicles when visiting Upper West Side. You can expect daily rental prices for this type of car to be $98 on average. Rates might be different depending on what agency you rent your car from and what neighborhood you intend to visit. Keep in mind that there are also other types of rental cars available in Upper West Side if this one doesn’t suit your needs.

At the moment, the cheapest neighborhoods to rent a car in New York are Randalls and Wards Islands and Hell's Kitchen from Ace and Hertz, respectively. Ace in Randalls and Wards Islands has average rental rates of $31/day while Hertz in Hell's Kitchen offers rentals for $32/day on average.

Consider renting a car in Upper West Side for 16 days, which is the most popular length of time people tend to spend in the neighborhood. The average daily rental cost for 16 days is $72. Weekend and 1-week-long rentals will average a total of $468 and $274, respectively. For your more long-term car rental needs, a 1-month-long Upper West Side car rental will cost $2,648 in total on average.

The most ideal time of year to rent a car is in March, which is when prices are often the cheapest. Our users have found rental car prices averaging $46 per day when booking in March. In contrast, August is the least ideal time to rent a car. Prices in Upper West Side during this month tend to be $99 per day on average. Don’t forget to book your Upper West Side car rental at least 86 days in advance for the best deals.

Prices for cars in Upper West Side refresh daily.

There are 15 operators available for cars in Upper West Side as of November 2025.

Among different countries, including Upper West Side, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

To rent a car in Upper West Side, 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.