Van Rentals in San José

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Which van rental company in San José has the most locations?

Alamo is very popular in San José, Costa Rica, as they have more locations than any other van rental company. You can find 6 locations in the city of San José, Costa Rica and can expect to pay about C$ 129/day for your rental van in San José, Costa Rica.

San José van rental directory

All major van rental suppliers in San José, San José Province

Europcar

4.1

Mediocre

32 reviews•3 locations

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4.0

Mediocre|Sep 2023

It wasn't Europcar but Priveless rental. Your website said the rental agency was in the terminal, but it was 20 minutes away in heavy traffic. The car was old, worn and a bit dirty. You should never say the car rental is in the terminal when it's so far away. Also there were huge hidden charges that weren't disclosed on the rental listing. The people at the rental agency, however, were nice, but that wasn't enough to make up for the gross inconvenience and the 5-year old car that wasn't the greatest.

2.0

Poor|Feb 2023

I was an hour late due to my plane being delayed and they cancelled my reservation and gave the car to someone else. Had to pay 1000 more.

2.0

Poor|Feb 2023

Reservation was canceled and I was not notified

2.0

Poor|Nov 2022

I did not end up using europcar in Costa Rica as they try an charge you an outrageous amount for insurance (no refundable $500) even though I already purchased insurance abd the car prior for $120 total. Working on getting my refund back , better off renting from the locale

2.0

Poor|Aug 2022

Awful experience. Reserved rate wasn’t honored at all. Tried to charge me 5x as much at the counter with a multiple thousand dollar “deposit”. Had to walk away. Would never try to rent from them in Costa Rica again.

6.0

Okay|Jun 2022

I canceled my rental car. The people, QEEQ.com, returned my money immediately. I bought the zero deductible insurance from the same web page and the money wasn't returned for the rental. I phoned Alliance and they said that they were putting in a request for the return of my money but I haven't received it as yet.

1 out of 11

National

7 locations

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Dollar

8.7

Very good

5 reviews•4 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2021

The staff were able to answer all of my questions quickly, whether over the phone or through their online messaging system. Make sure to ask about SLI, aka car insurance, as there are different options and it can be somewhat expensive. Overall, I had a great experience and will be returning to Dollar car rental the next time I'm in Costa Rica!

More transparency with SLI rates and options.

1 out of 2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6 locations

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Thrifty

7.4

Good

8 reviews•3 locations

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8.0

Very good|Mar 2023

Counter staff was very friendly.

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

We had rental vehicles for 3 month stay in CR. Initially rented a small 4WD vehicle for wife and me, then traded for larger 4WD when 3 more family members arrived. Staff at main office made exchange smooth. Subsequently had some issues with the battery-controlled key device (for locking/unlocking doors), but office staff provided a replacement immediately and without question. While we never really needed 4WD (even while fording couple of shallow streams), high clearance was helpful on poorly maintained dirt roads. Whatsapp communication on several occasions with Jorge, my primary contact in main office, was quick and efficient. Senior agent provided his direct phone number to facilitate future rentals if we return. I strongly recommend this organization.

10.0

Wonderful|Feb 2022

Great customer service and no issues with the reservation. The front desk gave us an overview of Costa Rican traffic laws and helped us select the best insurance. They even gave us some other travel tips we used throughout our vacation! Will definitely use them again!

2.0

Poor|Jan 2022

They added an obligatory insurance that doubled the price!

3.9

Poor|Sep 2021

I purchased car insurance when I booked the rental and upon arrival I was notified that the Allianz insurance I purchased is not valid in Costa Rica and I had to purchase insurance directly there which added an additional $225 to our rental. Kayak shouldn’t offer car insurance if it’s not accepted in that country.

1 out of 3

Alamo

6 locations

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easyCar

6.0

Okay

2 reviews•3 locations

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Avis

5.4

Fair

3 reviews•4 locations

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8.0

Very good|Mar 2023

Not enough staff at office - long wait.

2.0

Poor|Jan 2023

I never rented the car with them. When we arrived the man who were on the Avis front desk at Crowne Plaza Corobicí Hotel decided that he didn’t want to rent the car to us. So we never got the car and it was a big problem for us and our family vacation.

2.0

Poor|Oct 2022

The kayak price was way off. The actual price of the rental came to nearly 4 times the kayak quote for the reservation. Will never use kayak to rent a car again.

1 out of 1

Quick facts about van rentals in San José

Get the overview on great van rental deals, popular van rental companies, and the best van models for your visit to San José

Most Popular Agency	Alamo
Cheapest Van	C$ 96
Most Popular Van Model	Hyundai H-1

The most popular San José car rental agency found on momondo this month is Alamo. Other top choices for car rental companies are Economy Rent a Car and NU Car

The lowest price for VAN in San José is C$ 96/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from C$ 112/day.

The most popular Van to rent in San José in the past 7 days is the Hyundai H-1. Our users also prefer the Toyota HiAce as an alternative.

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Driving with a rental van in San José - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about renting a van in San José so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

How much will it cost to rent van in San José, Costa Rica in May?

Our data shows that for van rental deals during May in San José, you can expect to pay around C$ 96 per day. A particularly good van rental deal might be around C$ 35, which is the lowest quote for San José we've seen so far.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in San José?

Prices for cars in San José are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in San José?

As of May 2025, there are 104 operators available to choose from for cars in San José.

How old do you have to be to hire a car in San José?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including San José. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To rent a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen rental company before making a reservation.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in San José?

To rent a car in San José, 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.