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Economy | $12/day |
Compact | $12/day |
Intermediate | $12/day |
Full-size | $15/day |
SUV | $16/day |
Full-size SUV | $45/day |
Pickup truck | $43/day |
Intermediate SUV | $18/day |
Standard SUV | $33/day |
Supplier choice | $43/day |
Supplier choice SUV | $48/day |
On average a rental car in Santa Teresa costs $38 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Santa Teresa found in the last 2 weeks is $26.
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Santa Teresa. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
The average gas price in Santa Teresa is $5.48 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $66 and $88, depending on the car size.
Economy (Toyota Rush or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Santa Teresa.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
An Economy car rental in Santa Teresa costs $28 per day, on average.
An Intermediate car rental in Santa Teresa costs $35 per day, on average.
A Full Size car rental in Santa Teresa costs $54 per day, on average.
In Santa Teresa, cars are most frequently rented at Budget Playa Carmen Shopping Center (2 miles from city center).
On average a rental car in Santa Teresa costs $266 per week ($38 per day).
On average a rental car in Santa Teresa costs $1,139 per month ($38 per day).
Most car rental providers in Santa Teresa offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Santa Teresa, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 5 car rental agencies in Santa Teresa.
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KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Santa Teresa so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
Santa Teresa has a mix of paved and unpaved roads, including rough and uneven terrain. A car rental in Santa Teresa with four-wheel drive (4x4) capabilities or an SUV can provide better traction, ground clearance, and stability, especially when navigating dirt roads, hills, or occasional mud or potholes. A 4x4 or SUV can handle the local conditions more comfortably and offer greater flexibility to explore off-the-beaten-path areas.
The speed limits in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, vary depending on the road and the location, and adhering to the posted speeds is crucial to avoid getting in trouble with law enforcers. For instance, keep it to 30 km/h (18 mph) when driving a Santa Teresa car rental in residential areas. Urban areas outside residential zones have a maximum speed of 50 km/h (31 mph). However, you can cruise 80 km/h (50 mph) on open roads, including highways or rural roads.
In Santa Teresa, Costa Rica, parking options may vary depending on the specific area you're visiting. Santa Teresa has a few public parking lots near popular places, such as the town center, markets, and restaurants. These lots may have designated spaces and require a parking fee, usually ₡ 1077.42 ($2) per hour. If you're staying at a hotel, resort, or vacation rental in Santa Teresa, they may offer on-site parking facilities for guests. Check with your accommodation provider to see if they provide complimentary parking options or any associated fees.
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Frente A Hotel Playa Cielo
+506 2293 2222
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Playa Del Carmen Franks Place
+506 2640 0526
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Everything was greatCons:
You guys did everything perfectOne location in Santa Teresa
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Playa Carmen Shopping Center
+506 2436 2084
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10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2020
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Very friendly staffOne location in Santa Teresa
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Playa Del Carmen Franks Place
+506 2242 7800
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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The car had an okay speaker system and good air conditioningCons:
The car didn’t lock, the radio hardly worked and they overcharged me multiple times, scamming me of my money2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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The car was comfy and the air conditioning & speaker system was pretty good.Cons:
The car lock didn’t always work and they overcharged me multiple times, completely scamming me of my moneyOne location in Santa Teresa
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Playa Del Carmen Franks Place
+506 2242 7878
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2022
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Pick-up location | Santa Teresa |
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Car types | Compact, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Pickup truck, SUV, Standard SUV, Supplier choice, Supplier choice SUV |
Rental locations | 5 |
Airport locations | 0 |
Popular agencies | Avis |