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Car Rental Cancun

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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 € 22 / day
  • Thrifty

    8.4 (5438)
    From € 20 / day
  • National Car Rental

    8.3 (402)
    From € 41 / day
  • Localiza Car Rentals

    8.3 (36)
    From € 24 / day
  • Enterprise

    8.3 (1921)
    From € 39 / day
  • Green Motion

    7.8 (1887)
    From € 21 / day
  • Avis

    7.7 (5940)
    From € 18 / day
  • Alamo

    7.7 (8619)
    From € 35 / day
  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.6 (3331)
    From € 15 / day
  • Dollar Rent a Car

    7.4 (4314)
    From € 20 / day
  • Sixt

    7.1 (3316)
    From € 29 / day
  • Payless Car Rental

    6.7 (488)
    From € 19 / day
  • FireFly Car Rental

    6.5 (3811)
    No rates available
  • Europcar

    6.5 (8061)
    From € 16 / day
  • Mex Rent a Car

    6 (45)
    From € 4 / day
  • Fox Rent A Car

    5.7 (13)
    From € 3 / day
  • Budget

    5.5 (9604)
    From € 26 / 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

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Car rental companies in and around Cancun

If you are looking for a rental car in Mexico, but in a city other than Cancun, please click through to the Car rental Mexico page, where you can choose in which city in Mexico you want to rent a car.

Car rental locations in Cancun

EasyTerra Car Rental Cancun compares prices of car rental companies at the following locations:

Kukulkan, Zona Hotelera
Lot 4 On Cancun Airport Area
Xcaret

Location information for Cancun

Introduction

Cancún is a seaside resort in Mexico, and it is an ideal location for people who love sun, sea and beaches. Originally Cancún was a long island - hardly more than a sandbank - off the Mexican coast, populated only by a few fishermen. In the 1960's, the island was designated as the ideal place to be developed into a tourist centre, due to the beautiful white beaches and the coral reefs off the coast. The island was connected to the mainland through a dam, where an international airport was constructed. The city has expanded onto the mainland: a modern, planned city that attracts above all American tourists. The coastal strip to the south - to Playa del Carmen - has by now been filled with hotels.

Population

The city has grown tremendously. At the start of the 1960's, it housed a mere few hundred families, at the moment it has over half a million inhabitants.

Location

Cancún is located in the south-east of Mexico on the Yucatán peninsula. The Canal de Yucatán connects the Gulf of Mexico to the Caribbean Sea, on the other side is Cuba. In fact there are two Cancún: the elongated small island off the coast is the tourist centre with hotels, restaurants and shopping centres, and on the mainland is the actual city. The region is sometimes hit by hurricanes, like on October 22, 2005, when hurricane Wilma caused enormous damage.

Economy

As a planned tourist centre it is hardly surprising that tourism is the main (if not only) source of income in Cancún. Every year the city attracts three million visitors, most of whom are Americans. Local entrepreneurs have been complaining that in recent years tourists tend to stay in their hotels rather than spending their money in local shops and restaurants.

Airports

The airport, Aeropuerto Internacional de Cancún, is located 16 kilometres to the south of the city and 10 kilometres from the southernmost point of the Zona Hotelera. There are regular and chartered flights to many cities in North-America and Europe, and to the Cuban capital Havana. In addition, there are domestic flights, for instance to Mexico-City, Guadalajara and Veracruz.

Public transport

There are two competing bus companies: Autocar and Publicar. In the Zona Hotelera there is a constant coming and going of cheap buses on the city's main road (Blvd. Kukulcan). Most of these buses go as far as the centre of the city (El Centro). From the central ADO bus station on the corner of the Avenida Tulum and the Avenida Uxmal. Trains depart for places elsewhere on the Yucatan peninsula: the ruins of Tulum, Chetumal, Cobá, Valladolid, the old Mayan city of Chichén Itzá, and the capital of Yucatán, Mérida.
There is a free brochure with all the bus services in the city, which is available at the airport and in most hotels.

There are also minivans ('collectivo') that drive from the parking lot near 'La Comercial Mexicana' in downtown Cancún to Playa del Carmen and Tulum.

Traffic and Parking

Because Cancún is a modern city aimed at American tourists, driving there is not difficult. The city on the mainland can be a bit confusing because the various areas (Super Manzanas, Sm for short) have been built in a circle, usually around a square or park. The main roads follow the circular pattern around the manzanas.

People in Mexico tend to drive fast and sometimes they overtake other cars in an irresponsible way (to us at least). Beware of ramps that may even occur on motorways, especially when approaching a village.

The Mexican police is notorious for pulling over tourist for minor or alleged offenses. They regularly hold the tourist's driver's license in one hand, while demanding a 'small favour' with the other hand. Never park near a sign with a red bar through a black 'E'. This means you are not allowed to park there.

Hotels

Cancún has many hotels, most of them located in the Zona Hotelera. It is a long strip directly on the beach with many American style high rise hotels and resorts. On the other side of the island (the lagoon coast) things are a bit more quiet, but for those who are looking for a more Mexican type of accommodation, downtown Cancún is a better option. Although you will not be immediately near the beach, most of the hotels there have a swimming pool. It is necessary to book your hotel room throughout the year.

External Sources

For more information about Cancún, we recommend Google, and the following sources:

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 EasyTerra Car Rental 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?

Our rates are all-inclusive. Our reservation department will inform you in advance should additional costs apply. You can always cancel your booking free of charge if you do not agree (this must be done at least 48 hours prior to the start of the car hire period).

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).

Which car rental companies are compared by EasyTerra Car Rental at this location?
  • Hertz
  • Thrifty
  • National Car Rental
  • Localiza Car Rentals
  • Enterprise
  • Green Motion
  • Avis
  • Alamo
  • Keddy By Europcar
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • Sixt
  • Payless Car Rental
  • FireFly Car Rental
  • Europcar
  • Mex Rent a Car
  • Fox Rent A Car
  • Budget
  • NÜ Car Rentals
  • U-Save Auto Rental
  • Carwiz rent a car
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