Rent a car in Costa Rica

You can book online through our platform for rentals in Costa Rica. However, if you need custom assistance, don't hesitate to contact us.

The prepayment for renting a car in Costa Rica is generally between 10 to 20%, depending on the supplier. For specific details, please check the booking information related to your rental in Costa Rica.

Yes, you can cancel for free up to 7 days before the rental in Costa Rica, unless otherwise stated in the rental agreement.

To modify your car rental reservation in Costa Rica, please contact our customer support. Please note that this may cause additional charges, and you'll need to wait for confirmation that the changes have been accepted.

The minimum rental duration in Costa Rica is 1 day, with a 24-hour tariff rate system.

Yes, young drivers aged 21 and older can rent cars in Costa Rica. Additional charges may apply for a 'Young Driver' insurance option.

No, an International Driving License is not required for car rentals in Costa Rica.

You'll need to provide your passport and driving license for renting a car in Costa Rica.

Drivers in Costa Rica must be at least 22 years old, have 2+ years of driving experience, agree to terms, and sign a rental contract on pickup. Young drivers may have additional terms.

Whether a credit card is needed to rent a car in Costa Rica depends on the supplier's terms. Use a filter on our platform to narrow down results according to your preferences.

Yes, most often you can add an additional driver for your car rental in Costa Rica, although there may be extra charges.

A mandatory free Third Party Liability (TPL) insurance is included in the car rental price in Costa Rica.

CDW and full insurance options in Costa Rica depend on the car supplier. Compare and choose your CDW options by checking the "?" icon on our platform. Full coverage with zero liability may be subject to additional terms.

Our deposit amounts in Costa Rica are generally low compared to international chains. Cash or cards are accepted for deposit entry, as specified in the terms at checkout.

A few suppliers in Costa Rica provide cars without a deposit, subject to their additional terms. Others may include this as a paid insurance option.

Deposits in Costa Rica are normally returned immediately if paid in cash, otherwise as specified in the rental terms. Use filters and review information while booking.

The franchise amount (deductible) in Costa Rica is the limit of your responsibility in case of an accident. It may be the same, lower, or higher than the deposit.

Taking a rented car abroad from Costa Rica is allowed upon prior approval. Use filters on our platform to narrow down your search for suitable options.

No, parking fees are normally not included in the rental rate in Costa Rica.

No, fuel is normally not included in the rental price in Costa Rica, and it depends on the fuel policy.

There may be a few restricted areas for driving the rental car in Costa Rica. If so, restrictions will be displayed in the booking terms. If you have concerns, contact our customer support.

Yes, SUV 4x4s are available for rent in Costa Rica, but we recommend booking early for a wider choice.

Winter tires will be provided by default in Costa Rica during winter due to legal regulations.

To find a better car for rent in Costa Rica, search online on our platform and use filters to narrow down your options.

Yes, many additional equipment options are available for rent in Costa Rica, such as navigators, child seats, ski racks, and more.

Yes, cabrio cars are available for rent in Costa Rica, but we recommend booking early for a wider choice.

Yes, minivans are available for rent in Costa Rica, but we recommend booking early for a wider choice.

In most cases, you'll get the exact car you see in the photos when renting in Costa Rica, but this is a rental vehicle, and there may be no guarantees.

Compare yourself! Use the promocode LOCAL for your first booking in Costa Rica. We provide the lowest prices, as our suppliers are local family businesses without extra charges and royalty fees.

Yes, we have a best price guarantee for rentals in Costa Rica. If you find a better price elsewhere, show us a confirmed voucher and we'll beat that price with an individual offer.

Yes, you can use the code LOCAL for up to 10% off your first car rental in Costa Rica.

You will receive a rental voucher for your booking in Costa Rica within a few hours after approval. Check your email and SPAM folder. After you receive it, switch communication to the rental supplier/manager.

Our car rental suppliers in Costa Rica are small to mid-size providers run by local people who strive to satisfy every customer.

Yes, you can select the exact place from available locations to collect and drop off your rental car in Costa Rica.

Yes, car delivery options to custom addresses are available in Costa Rica. Specify your needs in your reservation, but note that additional charges may apply.

Working hours for car rental services in Costa Rica depend on the supplier. Specify in your reservation, but 24/7 delivery and late/early returns are generally okay. There may be charges for non-working time, but we always have options.

Whether bank cards are accepted on pickup in Costa Rica depends on the supplier. Check the rental terms at checkout for more information.