Car rental in Alajuela, COSTA-RICA

What do you need to rent a car in Alajuela?

Make sure you have all required documents in order to pick up a rental car in Alajuela. They include a valid driver's license, a credit/debit card in your name, and a passport ID. Then, do the following:

• Scroll to the top of the page and find the search form.
• Fill it out: select the desired location in Alajuela and specify the dates/times to pick up and return a rental car in the drop-down menu.
• Press the Search button and wait a few seconds for the results to load.
• Use filters to sort all available Alajuela car rentals.
• Select the deal you like and additional options you need.
• Enter your personal and payment information.
• Confirm your booking.
• Print out the booking voucher sent to your e-mail inbox. Don’t forget to present it at the rental desk during pick-up.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Alajuela?

The prices for renting a car in Alajuela vary from $ 6.49 per day to $ 20.04 per day depending on desired model, pick up location, and rental options.

What location has the cheapest car rental in Alajuela ?

The cheapest car rental deal in Alajuela can be found in Hotel Mango. The car rental prices start from $ 6.49 in this location.

How old do you have to be to rent a car in Alajuela?

According to the age policy of most companies, you must be at least 21 years old to rent a car in Alajuela. Also, some providers allow 20- and even 19-year-old renters. At the same time, all under 25 renters are subject to the Young Driver Fee, which is between $15 and $40 per day, depending on the company.

The prices you see on our website don’t include the Young Driver's Fee, but you must pay it at the counter when collecting your rental car. Please note that some higher car rental classes may not be available for under 25 car rental in Alajuela.

Always check the age policy of the company you want to rent a car from to avoid unexpected situations upon collection.

How to get a rental car without a credit card in Alajuela?

While most companies require a credit card upon pickup, you can still rent a car without a credit card in Alajuela. For this, you need to look for a company that allows this opportunity. The need to block a deposit is the main reason why most companies ask for a credit card. However, some companies make car rental no credit card in Alajuela possible and at the same time require compliance with a number of additional conditions.

It is possible to rent a car with a debit card in Alajuela, but it is subject to certain conditions. Firstly, your debit card must have a specific logo (Visa, Mastercard, etc.) and the main driver's name embossed on it. Secondly, you may need to present a return travel itinerary at airport locations and extra forms of identification. What is more, the maximum rental period with a debit card is 28 days.

Please note that some companies require a credit check to verify your ability to pay as well. In any case, make sure you have enough funds on your debit card to pay the rental and hold the deposit. In any case, you can use your any type of bank card to pay for your car rental when booking through our website.

How to rent a specific car model in Alajuela?

You need to search for cars in the desired Alajuela location through our website, and then look for deals marked with a “Guaranteed Car Model” inscription. If the company can’t provide you with a specific car model you booked, it’s obliged to replace it with a similar model or a higher class car.

What car rental insurance do you need to rent a car in Alajuela ?

You don't need rental car insurance when you pick up a car in Alajuela. The mandatory coverage is usually included in the rental rate. Most often, you have a basic insurance plan included by default. It covers rental car damage and third-party claims. You can buy additional insurance to have financial compensation in case of potential insured events. Also, you can buy Ecess insurance on our website. However, check our personal auto and credit card insurance, as it may cover the rental car as well. In this case, you can use it and reject the insurance included in the deal.

How much is full coverage insurance on a rental car?

Full rental car insurance costs from $20 to $60 per day and you can buy it at the rental desk during pick-up of your vehicle. It includes CDW/LDW (Collision/Loss Damage Waiver), SLI (Supplemental Liability Insurance), and PAI/PEC (Personal Accident Insurance/Personal Effects Coverage).