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Popular rental locations in Cancun

The following rental locations are the most popular for renting a car in Cancun

Car rental offers in Cancun

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable vehicle for the lowest price. Below are some examples from our selection in Cancun.

Car type
Mini
Economy
Compact
Intermediate
Standard
Full-size
Luxury
Passenger van
SUV

Car rental companies in Cancun

Below are the car rental companies in Cancun with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Hertz

    8.5 (6852)
    From £ 19 / day
  • Thrifty

    8.4 (5438)
    From £ 17 / day
  • National Car Rental

    8.3 (402)
    From £ 35 / day
  • Localiza Car Rentals

    8.3 (36)
    From £ 21 / day
  • Enterprise

    8.3 (1921)
    From £ 34 / day
  • Green Motion

    7.8 (1887)
    From £ 18 / day
  • Avis

    7.7 (5940)
    From £ 15 / day
  • Alamo

    7.7 (8619)
    From £ 30 / day
  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.6 (3331)
    From £ 13 / day
  • Dollar Rent a Car

    7.4 (4314)
    From £ 17 / day
  • Sixt

    7.1 (3316)
    From £ 25 / day
  • Payless Car Rental

    6.7 (488)
    From £ 17 / day
  • FireFly Car Rental

    6.5 (3811)
    No rates available
  • Europcar

    6.5 (8061)
    From £ 14 / day
  • Mex Rent a Car

    6 (45)
    From £ 3 / day
  • Fox Rent A Car

    5.7 (13)
    From £ 3 / day
  • Budget

    5.5 (9604)
    From £ 22 / day
  • NÜ Car Rentals

    6.1 (20)
    No rates available
  • U-Save Auto Rental

    9 (257)
    No rates available
  • Carwiz rent a car

    7.4 (542)
    No rates available

When is the best time to book a rental car in Cancun?

Cancun - When is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car?

At this destination (Cancun), October is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting mini class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cancun - When is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car?

At this destination (Cancun), October is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting economy class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cancun - When is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car?

At this destination (Cancun), October is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting compact class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cancun - When is the most affordable time to rent an intermediate class car?

At this destination (Cancun), October is the most affordable time to rent a intermediate class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting intermediate class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cancun - When is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car?

At this destination (Cancun), October is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting standard class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cancun - When is the most affordable time to rent a full-size car?

At this destination (Cancun), June is the most affordable time to rent a full-size class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting full-size class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cancun - When is the most affordable time to rent a luxury car?

At this destination (Cancun), May is the most affordable time to rent a luxury class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting luxury class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cancun - When is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon?

At this destination (Cancun), April is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. April is the peak month for renting a station wagon, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cancun - When is the most affordable time to rent a SUV?

At this destination (Cancun), June is the most affordable time to rent an SUV with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting an SUV, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cancun - When is the most affordable time to rent a MPV?

At this destination (Cancun), June is the most affordable time to rent an mpv with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting an mpv with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cancun - When is the most affordable time to rent a minivan?

At this destination (Cancun), June is the most affordable time to rent a minibus with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting a minibus, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Car rental companies in and around Cancun

Looking for a hire car in Mexico? Take a look at our Car rental Mexico directory.

Cancun

Available locations in Cancun

Kukulkan, Zona Hotelera
Lot 4 On Cancun Airport Area
Xcaret

Popular destinations

Rent an affordable car from us in the following districts

Cancun Guide

Car Hire

Many think of Cancun as merely a party destination and, while the nightlife scene in the city is one of the best to be found anywhere in the world, Cancun also has a great deal more to offer. It serves as the perfect base from which to do some independent exploration. The outskirts of the city are steeped in ancient Maya history, home to a few of the most famous archaeological complexes in the country. If archaeology doesn’t tickle your fancy, head to the beaches which are less than an hour away by road. Many car rental agencies located in the city would be happy to organise just the right vehicle for your trip.

Who to Book With
Renting a car in Cancun is simple with the large number of international and local rental agencies present. Some reputable names include Avis, Hertz and Budget. Online booking with all of these agencies is a viable option and could reduce a great deal of hassle upon arrival. The offices of all the rental companies can be found at the airport and the central railway station.

Best time to go
Cancun is at is best during the peak season in April, when hoards of American University students descend on the city for ‘Spring Break’. Prices of accommodation and rentals soar and rooms are packed to the rafters. Other popular times include Christmas and Easter. As a general rule, vacations in Cancun work best when bookings are made in advance.

Need to Know Essentials
Customers without the following documents will not be given a vehicle:

- An International Driver’s Permit or a valid Mexican driver’s licence
- A form of photo identification, like a valid passport
- Proof of deposit and the credit card used when making the booking

For more info read our FAQ's.

Driving
The quality of the roads in Cancun is of a reasonable condition but there is a larger problem that drivers, especially foreign drivers, should be careful of. Local police tend to be involved in less-than-above-board activities. There are frequent reports of tourists being pulled over by police and then being extorted for large sums of money. Travellers should thus make themselves familiar with the actual amounts of fines in order to avoid being tricked into a bribe.

Parking, especially in the tourist areas and the hotel zone, is very difficult to find. Driving is only advised if travellers are planning on embarking on frequent day trips and navigating areas where public transport is scarce. Otherwise, driving in Cancun can end up being more of a hassle than a convenience.

You can read more about general driving in our guide to Mexico.

Transport

Cancun is not a very large city and many of the sites, especially those of an historical nature, can be visited on foot. Landmarks further afield, however, can be reached by the small but reliable network of public transport in the city. While there is unfortunately no train service in the city, there are public buses and local taxis.

Buses
Buses are the most popular way of getting around Cancun, probably because they are by far the cheapest mode of transport. Designated bus stops are located all over the city, but most drivers do respond to being flagged down from the sidewalk as well. Tickets can be bought on the vehicle, but drivers often don’t have change so the exact amount is best. Single journeys come to about M$6. There are also a few buses servicing areas on the outskirts of the city including the Riviera Express which travels to the popular resort of Playa de Carmen.

Taxis
A pleasant alternative to the public buses is the local taxi service. Taxis are difficult to miss as they are everywhere in the city. Taxis are not metred but fares are generally set. There is some room for negotiation so travellers can try their luck to see if they can get a lower price. In the central downtown area of the city, trips should be in the range of M$20, increasing the further outside of the city your destination is. Tipping the taxi driver is generally not expected.

Exploring

Cancun is a remarkable city and loved by the millions of visitors who descend on its shores every year. It is, however, also a doorway to many fascinating Maya ruins and ancient archaeological sites. Some of the last remaining Mayan complexes in the country are located only a few hours away by road. Armed with a good map and a rental car, travellers could be re-enacting scenes from Tomb Raider in no time.

Recommended Drives

Chichen Itza - Traces of the great Maya civilisation can be seen in many parts of Mexico and luckily for visitors to Cancun, there is a site right nearby. Chichen Itza, an archaeological site dating back centuries, is located just outside of Cancun and is easily reached by road. Visitors can roam through the remaining ruins and imagine what life must have been like so long ago.

Playa del Carmen - There are many beach towns near Cancun but by far the most popular is Playa del Carmen. Located only 50 kilometres outside of the city, the resort makes for a great day trip. Here travellers will find a gorgeous stretch of beach, bustling seaside cafes and some of the best shopping opportunities in the region.

Xcaret - Families with children should definitely make a turn at Xcaret, one of the few ecological theme parks in the world. Located about 50 kilometres away from Cancun, near Playa del Carmen on the Riviera, Xcaret is home to archaeological sites, water parks and even a small jungle. This is a great place not only to learn about this fascinating region, but also to have a bit of fun.

Practical information

  • Currency
    Mexican peso
  • Driving direction
    Right
  • City speed limit
    20 - 70 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    20 - 90 km/h
  • Language
    Spanish
  • Popular car category
    Compact

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is Carrentals.co.uk the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

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