Car Rentals San José, Costa Rica
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San José, Costa Rica car rental deals found on momondo
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Small cars are typically categorized as economy cars, compact cars and intermediate cars. You can expect to pay 25 C$/day to rent a small car in San José. Below are the best prices found on momondo in the past week.
When is it cheapest to rent a car in San José?
All | 0 C$ - 60 C$ | |
Family size | 3 C$ - 46 C$ | |
Economy | 0 C$ - 34 C$ |
The cheapest time to rent a car in San José, Costa Rica is in September. The price is 85% lower than the rest of the year at just 2 C$ per day. The most expensive month is December. If you are looking for a specific car type, consider renting an economy car in May. If you need more room for your family, larger vehicles with 6+ seats are typically cheapest in May. 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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Find popular attractions close to your rental car pick-up
Nearby attractions:
| Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica | 12.6 km | |
| Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica | 15.9 km |
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| Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica | 4.0 km | |
| Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica | 7.4 km |
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| Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica | 101.5 km | |
| Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica | 104.8 km |
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
12.5 km from airport
DoubleTree by Hilton Cariari San Jose -Costa Rica
San Antonio de Belen Ciudad Cariari
6.0 km from airport
Intercontinental Hotels Costa Rica At Multiplaza Mall
Prospero Fernandez Hwy. Escazu
8.0 km from airport
Gran Hotel Costa Rica, Curio Collection by Hilton
Central And Second Ave. Between 1 & 3
15.8 km from airport
Car Rental in San José
1,958 people have been looking for a car to rent in San José in April.
What cleaning measures are being taken by San José car rental companies to control the spread of COVID-19?
Enhanced cleaning is one of the new benefits that may be provided to you when you rent a car in San José. Use our search filter to see all the companies offering enhanced cleaning for your trip. 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?
Every rental car company in San José has a different cancellation policy. At momondo, we will always disclose in the car rental search results whether or not an agency has a cancellation fee. Some of the top car rental companies in San José include Alamo, Enterprise, and Avis, so be sure to check if they offer free cancellation.
What is the best type of car to rent in San José during May?
Renting a standard in San José during the month of May is what most travellers prefer. With temperatures averaging 21 °C and precipitation around 240 mm during May, a standard is more than capable of handling these weather conditions. This is the perfect rental car type for wet roads and above-freezing temperatures. Renting a Standard in San José will cost you 7 C$/day on average.
Which rental car company in San José has the most locations?
The city of San José, Costa Rica has 5 locations owned by National, with an average daily rate of 62 C$.
What is the speed limit in San José, Costa Rica?
40 km/h is the city speed limit for San José, which also applies to surrounding towns and other urban centres. The suburban speed limit and the speed limit for highways around San José are 60 km/h and 100 km/h, 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, Costa Rica in April?
In April, San José usually gets 40 mm of precipitation and has an average temperature of 21 °C. This information can be very helpful when looking at rental cars in San José as it can help you make the best decision.
What car would momondo recommend based on the weather in April?
Considering that the temperatures in San José are typically high during April 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?
If you’re looking for a San José rental car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of April it’s important to know that the rest of San José Province typically has a temperature of 21 °C and will usually expect 40 mm of precipitation.
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