Car Hire Costa Rica

Compare Top Car Hire Companies for Costa Rica

  • Sixt Sixt
  • EuropCar EuropCar
  • Alamo Alamo
  • Thrifty Thrifty
  • National National
  • Ace Ace
  • Dollar Dollar
  • Green motion Green motion
  • Payless Car Rental Payless Car Rental

Why book Costa Rica car hire with VIP Cars?

All Inclusive Pricing

Hire a car in Costa Rica with pricing inclusive of CDW, Theft Waiver & Unlimited Mileage.

Trusted Car Hire Companies

Leading car hire suppliers in Costa Rica - Sixt、 EuropCar、 Alamo、 Thrifty、 National、 Ace、 Dollar、 Green motion、 Payless Car Rental

Lowest Prices Guaranteed

Huge savings on Costa Rica Car Hire Deals

No Cancellation Fee

VIP Cars offers free cancellation for car hire in Costa Rica

Secure Online Booking

Reserve a car for Costa Rica through a secure booking platform

Widest Fleet of Cars

Choose from Economy, Minivan, SUV & Luxury car hire deals for Costa Rica

Cheap Car Rental in Costa Rica

Hiring a vehicle in advance in Costa Rica is the finest option instead of waiting in long queues for your turn only to find limited options. With a car rental at your disposal, you can drive at your own speed to discover and explore the country. At VIPCars, you get the best deals at the cheapest prices from trustworthy international and local companies that aim to provide the perfect option according to your trip requirements.

The selection of rentals offered on our platform is focused on providing a satisfying experience to our customers. From comfort and reliability to privacy, you can achieve it all in a rented vehicle. Additionally, we extend our services to multiple locations throughout the country, making it convenient for you to pick up and drop off your car wherever you prefer (based on availability).

So whether you require a vehicle for a few hours, days, or months, we are your one-stop solution for ensuring a hassle-free journey.

Best Car Rental Companies in Costa Rica

We have maintained a steady partnership with some of the well-established car hire companies operating in Costa Rica. This helps us streamline the rental process, making it easier for you to explore and compare the deals from top suppliers under one roof. Apart from guaranteed low prices on all vehicle types, you also get several inclusions with the deals, including but not limited to Collision Damage Waiver, Third Party Liability, Theft Waiver, etc.

  • Adobe Rent a CarAdobe Rent a Car
  • AlamoAlamo
  • AvisAvis
  • BudgetBudget
  • EuropcarEuropcar
  • FlexWaysFlexWays
  • HertzHertz
  • Keddy by EuropcarKeddy by Europcar
  • NationalNational
  • RoutesRoutes
  • SixtSixt
  • ThriftyThrifty

Our network of suppliers provides a wide range of rental cars that can be booked based on your travel and price requirements. From budget and luxury travelers to solo and group travelers, we cater to all kinds of customers by providing various mobility solutions differing in sizes, specifications, prices, etc.

Rent an SUV or a 4x4 to steer through the roads of the region effortlessly, especially during the wet weather. A comfortable hatchback is apt for the urban areas. Sedans are perfect for long drives in the city and not to forget, a GPS will save you from the confusion of addresses in the country. Economy and van rentals are suitable for solo and group travelers respectively. So whether it is a family trip, a business trip, or a relaxing getaway, you are guaranteed to find the most suitable and affordable vehicle for your trip.

  • Van & Minivan Rentals7, 8, 9, and 15 passenger vehicles like Dodge Grand Caravan

  • SUV Rentals4WD SUVs like Jeep Compass or similar

  • Economy Car RentalsVehicles like Mitsubishi Mirage or similar

  • Luxury Rental CarsVehicles like Nissan Maxima or similar

Affordable Car Rental Deal Types for Costa Rica

In association with our car hire partners, we offer various low-priced deal types for Costa Rica that can be divided based on the number of days or months you are staying in the country. These deals include -

  • Short Term Car Rental Costa Rica

    You can easily book the car rental Costa Rica deal for a short period like 24 hours, a weekend, or 2 to 3 weeks depending on your needs. Whether it is a business meeting or a search for a temporary vehicle for a few days, you will discover the greatest options for traveling comfortably in the automobile of your choice on our platform.

  • Long Term Car Rental Costa Rica

    With our long-term deals, you can reserve a vehicle for as long as you wish. We offer a wide range of rentals that can be booked for up to 6 months or more. The long-term deals are considered to be pocket-friendly because of the various benefits included in the deal and their low cost per day value. Monthly rentals belong to this deal type.

  • One way Car Rental Costa Rica

    We provide flexibility in selecting the pick-up and drop-off locations of your choice with our one-way car rental Costa Rica deals. If you want to hire a vehicle at one place and return it somewhere else in the country, change the return location in the booking form before starting the search. Compare all the available deals and enjoy the one-way trip without any restriction of coming back to the pick-up spot.

Tips to Rent a Car in Costa Rica

  • If you are renting a car as a tourist in Costa Rica, make sure to carry your full & valid domestic driver’s license. You are also advised to bring an International Driving Permit (IDP) in case your DL is not in the Roman alphabet.
  • Making a booking for your preferred car rental in advance is an effective way to save more on the deal. The prices go higher as you near the booking date. Therefore, try making a reservation weeks earlier.
  • Booking a deal with a full-to-full fuel policy can help you from spending additionally. You will receive a vehicle with a full tank and before returning it, you are supposed to get it fully refilled.
  • To ensure you are not restricted by mileage during your travel, reserve a rental deal with unlimited miles. This will allow you to cover as many km as you want and save you from paying extra for the exceeded miles.
  • Costa Rica has strict child safety laws, so it is important to add infant or toddler seats or booster seats in your rented vehicle. All children under 12 must be seated in a car seat. Suppliers charge a small fee for such Extras.

Top Car Rental Pick-up and Drop-off Locations in Costa Rica

Still deciding where you can pick up your car rental in Costa Rica or confused about the drop-off location? Here is a list of some popular spots that are chosen by our customers for their journey in the country -

  • Tamarindo Airport [TNO]
  • Cartago Downtown
  • San Jose Airport (SJO)
  • Liberia Airport (LIR)
  • Quepos Airport (XQP)
  • San Jose Downtown

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Best Deals

Cheap Car Hire Deals in Costa Rica

Economy USD 15 /day
Compact USD 17 /day
Van / Minivan USD 24 /day
Luxury USD 30 /day

Car Hire Locations in Costa Rica