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Economy Rent a Car car hire prices in San José

Class Economy Car car
Class Economy Car
or similar Small
2
2
2/4
$11/day
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Class Compact Car car
Class Compact Car
or similar Small
4
2
2/4
$11/day
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Class Intermediate Car car
Class Intermediate Car
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
$11/day
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Class Standard Car car
Class Standard Car
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
$11/day
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Class Full-size SUV car
Class Full-size SUV
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$23/day
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Class Mini Car car
Class Mini Car
or similar Small
2
2
2/4
$11/day
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Class Luxury Van car
Class Luxury Van
or similar Van
5
2
4-5
$40/day
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Class Full-size Truck car
Class Full-size Truck
or similar Pickup truck
5
2
2/4
$47/day
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Class Premium SUV car
Class Premium SUV
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$20/day
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Class Standard SUV car
Class Standard SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$11/day
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Class Intermediate SUV car
Class Intermediate SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$11/day
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Class Compact SUV car
Class Compact SUV
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$11/day
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Most popular location

Most popular car type

Average price

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Las Americas Blvd
Medium
$17/day
$14/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for San José car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in San José with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire from Economy Rent a Car in San José?

To get the best price on car hire from Economy Rent a Car in San José, you should book around 42 days before your trip. This could save you approximately 44% compared to booking last minute.

What is the most popular car type when hiring from Economy Rent a Car in San José?

The most popular car type when hiring from Economy Rent a Car in San José is SUV (43%), followed by Medium (43%) and Small (10%).

How much does it cost to hire a car from Economy Rent a Car in San José per month?

On average, hiring a car in San José with Economy Rent a Car costs $31 per day. December is the most expensive month to hire from Economy Rent a Car in San José, when prices are $83/day on average.

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Top tips for hiring a car from Economy Rent a Car in San José

  • When you are visiting the capital city of Costa Rica, booking an Economy Rent A Car car rental in San Jose will give you a nice selection of vehicles to choose from. If you are traveling alone or as part of a couple, a smaller car such as an economy, a mini, or an intermediate sedan makes a good choice. If you are traveling with friends, relatives, or colleagues, you may want a passenger van or an SUV. If you want to travel with a bit more elegance, you can opt for a premium SUV.
  • When you arrive at the Economy car rental agency in San Jose to collect your vehicle, make sure you have the proper documents. You need a valid US driver's license as well as your passport. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is not required to secure your rental car. However, it would be beneficial to have an IDP because it is a translation of your driver's license, and having the IDP could help avoid problems in case you are stopped while driving in San Jose. You also need a major credit card in your own name with enough room on it to cover a deposit on the vehicle.
  • When you rent Economy Rent a Car car rentals in San Jose during your visit to Costa Rica, you are making a good choice. Economy agencies in San Jose get high ratings from customers, who praise both the cars and the agency members in their reviews. Customers appreciate the dependable cars with good gas mileage that are comfortable, clean, and often new. Renters also enjoyed the ease of pickup and drop-off.
  • Because American car insurance policy coverage and credit card rental car coverage seldom work in foreign countries, you should consider purchasing all the necessary car insurance when you book Economy Rent A Car car rentals in San Jose. Usually, you will want a little more protection than what is offered in the insurance coverage that the law requires you to have. Before you leave for Costa Rica, decide what kind of insurance you want so that you can save time at the car rental counter when you purchase it.
  • 25% of our users found car hire from Economy Rent a Car in San José for $14 or less.
  • Medium car hire from Economy Rent a Car in San José are around 47% cheaper than other car types, on average.

FAQs about hiring a car from Economy Rent a Car in San José

  • Where can I pick up Economy Rent a Car car rentals in San Jose, Costa Rica?

    The most popular Economy pick-up location in San Jose is at the Juan Santa Maria International Airport (SJO). This is most likely the airport you'll be landing at when you arrive in San Jose. You can also find two other Economy Rent a Car agencies within the city. In the heart of downtown, you can find Economy Rent a Car Sabana located on the Av. de Las Americas. You can also find the Economy Rent a Car San Pedro located at 200 Metros Iglesia.

  • What speed limits will I encounter while I am driving in and around San Jose in my Economy rental car?

    When you are driving your Economy rental car in Costa Rica, remember the speeds will be posted in kilometers per hour, not in miles per hour. When you are driving within the city of San Jose itself, most roads have a speed limit of 50 km/h (31 mph). When you get onto highways outside the city, the maximum speed limit is usually 100 km/h (62 mph).

  • Can I choose the model and make of the car I want to rent from Economy Rent a Car car rentals in San Jose, Costa Rica?

    When you book your Economy rental car in San Jose, Costa Rica through KAYAK, you first choose the car category you would like. You are then given a list of available cars in that category, and you can select the make and model of the car that you would like to rent. If, when you arrive at the Economy agency location in San Jose, Costa Rica, they do not have that precise car available for you, Economy staff members will try to find a comparable rental car for you. They will look for something of the same brand and in a similar model.  

  • How much does it cost to hire a car from Economy Rent a Car in San José?

    On average a car hire from Economy Rent a Car in San José costs $17 per day.

  • What is the most popular car hire from Economy Rent a Car in San José?

    Medium hire cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) are the most frequently booked hire car types from Economy Rent a Car in San José.

  • How many car hire locations does Economy Rent a Car have in San José?

    Economy Rent a Car has 6 hire locations in San José. Take a look at our Economy Rent a Car hire location map to find the best car hire near you.

  • Does Economy Rent a Car have a car hire location at the airport: Juan Santamaria Intl airport (SJO)?

    No (according to our data)

  • Does Economy Rent a Car offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Juan Santamaria Intl airport (SJO)?

    Yes

Reviews for Economy Rent a Car in San José

Overall rating5.0 FairBased on 12 reviews
Cleanliness
6.5
Comfort
6.0
Overall
5.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.6
Value for money
4.6

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Where can I find Economy Rent a Car hire cars in San José?

Address

North Sabana Las Americas Blvd

Address

0.1 Mi from Restaurante Spoon Los Laureles Escazu

Address

0.1 Mi from Restaurante Spoon Real Cariari

Address

0.1 Mi from Restaurante Spoon Torre Universal Sabana Sur Este

Address

North Sabana Next To The Nissan Dealer

Phone

+506 2299 2000

Address

Las Americas Blvd
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