Rental cars insight and trends in Playa del Carmen
Useful insights to help you book the perfect rental car in Playa del Carmen
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What is the cheapest rental car agency in Playa del Carmen?
The cheapest rental cars in Playa del Carmen are generally found through Ace. When booking with Ace, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as C$ 6/day. The average price to rent a car in Playa del Carmen is C$ 11/day.
What car rental company in Playa del Carmen has the most locations?
Avis has the most locations of any rental car company in Playa del Carmen, with 11 locations.
What car do most people rent in Playa del Carmen?
When renting a car in Playa del Carmen, most of our users will opt for the Nissan X-Trail at C$ 19/day on average. The second most popular is the Suzuki Vitara car rental for an average of C$ 10/day. Our users have found Nissan X-Trail rentals in Playa del Carmen for as low as C$ 15/day and Suzuki Vitara rentals for as low as C$ 8/day.
Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo car rental deals found on momondo
Find the rental car in Playa del Carmen that's right for you
Small cars
C$ 13 - C$ 38
All Car Types
C$ 26 - C$ 61
The average price of a small car rental in Playa del Carmen, Mexico is C$ 26. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Playa del Carmen, Mexico is in August. The price is 52% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 13 per day. A small car rental is typically 36% less expensive than the average rental car in Playa del Carmen. The average price of a vehicle rental in Playa del Carmen 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 Playa del Carmen small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car rental in Playa del Carmen, Mexico is C$ 30. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in Playa del Carmen, Mexico is in October. The price is 44% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 17 per day. A medium car rental is typically 29% less expensive than the average rental car in Playa del Carmen. The average price of a vehicle rental in Playa del Carmen 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 Playa del Carmen medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car rental in Playa del Carmen, Mexico is C$ 79. The cheapest time to rent a large car in Playa del Carmen, Mexico is in April. The price is 69% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 25 per day. A large car rental is typically 47% more expensive than the average rental car in Playa del Carmen. The average price of a vehicle rental in Playa del Carmen 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 Playa del Carmen large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a SUV rental in Playa del Carmen, Mexico is C$ 38. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Playa del Carmen, Mexico is in March. The price is 42% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 23 per day. A SUV rental is typically 8% less expensive than the average rental car in Playa del Carmen. The average price of a vehicle rental in Playa del Carmen 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 Playa del Carmen SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van rental in Playa del Carmen, Mexico is C$ 131. The cheapest time to rent a van in Playa del Carmen, Mexico is in August. The price is 91% lower than the rest of the year at just C$ 13 per day. A van rental is typically 68% more expensive than the average rental car in Playa del Carmen. The average price of a vehicle rental in Playa del Carmen can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.
When you rent a car in Mexico, Avis is the way to go. In Mexico, there is a mandatory liability insurance required by law. That insurance is rarely covered by your personal insurance and is provided by the car rental company. If you rent with other company, they will charge you that insurance at very high costs (an extra at your initial booking price). But at Avis Mexico, there are no bad surprises. That insurance is always included in the online booking price. Again, Avis is the way to when you are renting a car in Mexico.
10.0
Wonderful|Nov 2021
Avis staff is great. knowledgeable and friendly. I had a great experience with them
4.0
Mediocre|Jun 2021
The reservation was clearly indicating a drop off in a different city and the price did changes already when booked this way. We were charged double when we pick up because the drop off in diff city wasn’t actually charged according to Avis, this impacted our budget for the vacation, obviously we could not cancel the reservation cause all out itinerary was planed.. Then, the agency and location indicated in the avis summary was a location that is closed for one year now, we lost time and money going there and we had to go to another agency at the other side of the city that was actually next to where we came from. I will never book again through Kayak again and double check any information supplied by Avis
- budget said they didn’t have my reservation on file because I made it 24 hours ago - they said they’ll do a direct deal with me - they charged me $76 / day instead of $37 as agreed per my Kayak booking - they charged me extra for insurance (the Kayak price didn’t mention this ?)
4.0
Mediocre|Feb 2023
Takes hours to fix a car
2.0
Poor|Jan 2023
The location of the office is wrong on all GPS apps, so it took us almost an hour to find. The number we called from the email confirm couldn’t find our reservation so couldn’t verify that they were the right location. When we got there, we had to wait 25 minutes for the person in front of us to get their car. Then when we got to the front of the line they said they didn’t have our reservation. We made it that morning and they said it takes hours to get to their system. So they spent 30 minutes calling budgets help number. Then when they confirmed it- they said I had to pay a minimum of $60/day for insurance or put down a $2,500USD deposit plus $8/day to track the vehicle. I reserved the vehicle until 7pm, and when I said I would be back around 5 or 6 they said they close at 4, and we had to keep the car for the night. If we wanted to park it in their garage for the night it would be $15/hour. It took about an hour and fifteen minutes from the time we walked in the door at budget to the time we got the car. When we returned the car that took another 25 minutes and they couldn’t figure out how to give me back the money they placed on hold my card at time of reservation. I am still waiting for that $250 to be returned to my card.
2.0
Poor|May 2022
The location listed on the website was not accurate. When we entered the address on google maps it took us to a nonexistent store front. When I tried calling the store, I was on hold for 15 minutes without an answer. Ultimately, we decided to forgo this reservation and pick a different car rental company
The car was clean and had no problems and the pre-inspection was thorough. That gives a very comfortable feeling It would have been more comfortable if the tank was full. We now had to stop for gas soon after we picked-up the car
2.0
Poor|Apr 2022
They tried to overcharge us. They took ages to assist us. Super bad manners and attitude. Never ever recommending this to anyone.
They didn’t find the reservation. Also, they told me that if they could find it, it will be a $35,000 USD deposit. Which is a straight-up lie. Completely unprofessional and lazy.
2.0
Poor|Oct 2022
What a scam. I spent an hour on research. Received confirmation email for decent deal. After travelling for an hour to then pick up car, despite the email confirmation the desk said there was no reservation. Doubled the price and had to suck it up as I was there in the office with no transport. Beware.
10.0
Wonderful|May 2022
Nothing
8.0
Very good|Apr 2022
The car could be a little bigger. Their version of the full-size is really a standard or midsize here in the U.S. They also try to sell you on high insurance which can double or triple the price of insurance. Be aware of that. Pick the basic LDW for Mexico and ask for nothing else.
2.0
Poor|Feb 2022
Closed the collection site 30 minutes early so I had to return the next day. They did not fill up with gas at handover so we had to dispute how much gas the car had
2.0
Poor|Dec 2021
We were extorted by the guys in the office when we picked up the car. They did not honor the pre-paid voucher and required that we paid them more money for the car we reserved. The contract they used was for a less expensive rental. I am certain they pocketed the difference. Also, we received the car with only enough fuel to get to a gas station. Practiced scammers.
Get the overview on great rental deals, popular car rental companies, and best car types for your visit in Playa del Carmen
Most Popular Agency
Hertz
Popular Car Types
Economy, Intermediate, Compact
Cheapest Rental Car
C$ 14
Most Popular Model
Nissan X-Trail
The most popular Playa del Carmen car rental agency found on momondo this month is Hertz. Other top choices for car rental companies are Infinity Car Rental and MEXRENTACAR
The following car types were offered at rental car companies in Playa del Carmen in the past 72 hours: Economy, Intermediate, Compact.
The lowest price for a rental car in Playa del Carmen is C$ 14/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from C$ 20/day.
The most popular car model to rent in Playa del Carmen in the past 7 days is the Nissan X-Trail. Our users also prefer the Suzuki Vitara as an alternative.
Driving with a rental car in Playa del Carmen - FAQs
Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Playa del Carmen so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
Is there a fee to cancel my Playa del Carmen, Mexico car rental?
When renting a car, you can expect to find that a majority of the rental car agencies in Playa del Carmen do not have a cancellation fee. Keep in mind that momondo does not set these cancellation policies, but we can help you find great deals on rental cars in Playa del Carmen. Be sure to look for the Cancellation Policy when you conduct your search.
What is the best type of car to rent in Playa del Carmen during August?
With temperatures averaging 27 °C and precipitation usually 166 mm during August, you should consider renting a standard when travelling to Playa del Carmen. A standard can handle the fluctuations in temperature and rainfall during the month of August and is a popular choice for travellers heading to Playa del Carmen. Renting a Standard in Playa del Carmen will cost you C$ 8/day on average.
What is the speed limit in Playa del Carmen, Mexico?
70 km/h is the city speed limit for Playa del Carmen, which also applies to surrounding towns and other urban centres. The suburban speed limit and the speed limit for highways around Playa del Carmen are 120 km/h and 120 km/h, respectively. If you rent a car in Playa del Carmen, be aware that these speed limits may be strictly enforced.
What car rental company has the Nissan X-Trail in Playa del Carmen?
MEXRENTACAR is the most popular car rental company offering Nissan X-Trail rentals in Playa del Carmen. The cost to rent the Nissan X-Trail from MEXRENTACAR is C$ 19/day on average.
What is the weather like in Playa del Carmen, Mexico in July?
Those looking for a rental car in Playa del Carmen during the month of July should expect temperatures to be around 27 °C and should expect around 95 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.
Is the weather in Playa del Carmen similar to the rest of Quintana Roo?
Those looking to rent a car in Playa del Carmen for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in Quintana Roo during the month of July usually is around 27 °C with 109.3 mm of possible rain.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Playa del Carmen?
Prices for cars in Playa del Carmen are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Playa del Carmen?
There are 107 operators available for cars in Playa del Carmen as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Playa del Carmen?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Playa del Carmen. 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 Playa del Carmen?
To rent a car in Playa del Carmen, all drivers must have 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 proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in Playa del Carmen?
Choosing momondo to search for rental cars in Playa del Carmen makes sense because it is quick and free of charge. We find all the rental car prices and policies, you simply choose what works best for you and your trip.
How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Playa del Carmen?
By the use of filters, momondo makes finding a great car rental in Playa del Carmen easier. Whether it is price, car type, amenities or policies, momondo allows you to refine your search with these and more filters to find the best deal for you.
Does momondo show car rental deals in Playa del Carmen with free cancellation?
Yes momondo does have a filter to only highlight car rental deals which offer free cancellation. This filter is available for all car rental searches on momondo including those for cars in Playa del Carmen.
Can I rent a car with a fair fuel policy in Playa del Carmen on momondo?
Yes, fair fuel policies are a specific filter offered on momondo for all car rental locations including Playa del Carmen.
Can I find a car rental in Playa del Carmen which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
Yes, rental cars in Playa del Carmen with enhanced cleaning options can be searched for on momondo.
Can I search for rental cars in Playa del Carmen with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Yes, unlimited mileage options can be found on rental cars in Playa del Carmen on momondo.
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