Car rentals in Downtown, Santa Monica

With an average review score of 9.9/10 from 13 reviewers, Midway is rated the best car rental company in Downtown by our users.

The most popular type of cars to rent in Downtown are Compact cars. This type of car costs C$ 79 per day on average. 57% of users prefer to rent Compact cars in Downtown due to price, availability, and their planned activities.

Most people tend to rent a car in Downtown for 9 days which costs, on average, C$ 67 per day. If you plan on renting a car for one week, then you can expect to pay around C$ 494 total. For a quick weekend rental, the total cost tends to average C$ 179. C$ 1,385 is the average cost of a month-long Downtown road trip car rental.

The best time to rent a car in Downtown is during the month of January, when prices are at their cheapest for the year. If you book 50+ days ahead of your pick-up date, you will often find prices averaging C$ 51 per day. The most expensive month to rent a car in Downtown is December, at C$ 77 per day. However, you might be able to find a better deal depending on what agency you rent from and what type of car you choose.

Prices for cars in Downtown are updated daily.

As of April 2025, there are 19 operators available to choose from for cars in Downtown.

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Downtown. 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.

When renting a car in Downtown, 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.