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Car Rental San Diego

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Car Rental San Diego

EasyTerra Car Rental San Diego is an independent car rental comparison site. Our system compares prices from well-known car rental companies so as a customer you can always reserve your rental car through us at a competitive rate.

Popular rental locations in San Diego

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

Car rental offers in San Diego

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 San Diego.

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

Car rental companies in San Diego

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

  • Alamo

    9.1 (8619)
    From € 41 / day
  • National Car Rental

    8.9 (402)
    From € 45 / day
  • Enterprise

    8.8 (1921)
    From € 44 / day
  • Sixt

    8.4 (3316)
    From € 35 / day
  • Hertz

    7.8 (6852)
    From € 43 / day
  • Dollar Rent a Car

    7.7 (4314)
    From € 32 / day
  • Budget

    7.6 (9604)
    No rates available
  • Avis

    7.6 (5940)
    From € 37 / day
  • Thrifty

    7.3 (5438)
    From € 33 / day
  • Payless Car Rental

    6.7 (488)
    No rates available
  • Fox Rent A Car

    5.5 (13)
    From € 31 / day
  • Economy Rent a Car

    No reviews
    No rates available
  • InterRent

    6.3 (5827)
    No rates available
  • NÜ Car Rentals

    6 (20)
    No rates available
  • Advantage Rent a Car

    No reviews
    No rates available
  • Green Motion

    7.6 (1887)
    No rates available
  • Eaglerider

    No reviews
    No rates available
  • Mex Rent a Car

    6 (45)
    No rates available
  • U-Save Auto Rental

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

    7.4 (542)
    No rates available
  • ACE Rent A Car

    5.2 (15)
    No rates available
  • Europcar

    6.5 (8061)
    From € 42 / day

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Car rental companies in and around San Diego

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Car rental locations in San Diego

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

1670 Kettner Blvd
3655 Camino Del Rio W
Pacific Beach

Location information for San Diego

Introduction

Because of the combination of a great climate, excellent beaches and lively neighborhoods, San Diego is an appealing option for a short vacation. The Gaslamp Quarter was a run-down neighborhood in the seventies, but has been beautifully restored afterwards. Nowadays, it's a district with restaurants, hotels and shops. If you think it's a little too touristy, then visit Little Italy, where you will also find many restaurants and shops, but not as many tourists. The beaches - especially north of San Diego – are great. You can also make nice excursions from San Diego through the mountains east of the city and the desert behind.

Population

San Diego has nearly half a million inhabitants. Because the city is on the border with Mexico, the number of Hispanics is large. They are the largest group among the population younger than 18.

Location

San Diego is on the Pacific coast in the most southern part of California and bordering Tijuana, Mexico. The city lies in a hilly region, crossed by the San Diego River, which runs through the city from east to west. East of the city are the Cuyamaca Mountains and the Laguna Mountains, behind which is a desert.

Economy

The city's economy revolved for a long time exclusively around the port and especially the naval base. Still, San Diego is home to a large naval fleet, but the decline in defense spending forced the city to investigate other sources of income. These have been found in biotechnology and telecommunications. Qualcomm and Websense are located here. Tourism is very important for the city. Annually, more than thirty million people visit San Diego (this figure includes day trips).

Airports

The city's airport is located directly on San Diego Bay, five kilometers north of the center. San Diego International Airport (also known as Lindbergh Airport) is accessible via Interstate 5 (I-5, exit Sassafras), which connects to State Route 163 and the I-8 and I-15. The route to the airport is clearly signposted.

Public Transport

San Diego has a light rail system called the trolleys. These trolleys are composed of three lines (Blue, Orange and Green) and connect Downtown to Santee, Gillespie and San Yisidro (on the Mexican border). Furthermore, there is an extensive bus network. On Sundays there are a lot less buses.

Traffic and Parking

Outside rush hours you can drive around fine in and around San Diego. It's not as crowded as California's largest city Los Angeles. Downtown and along the beaches you have to pay for street parking. It is controlled strictly, therefore make sure that you have paid enough and have enough time. You can also park your car in one of many parking garages. When visiting Gaslamp Quarter we recommend parking at the Park-it-on-Market garage of at the Horton Plaza parking lot.

Hotels

There is a wide range of accommodations in San Diego. Downtown offers both luxury hotels and friendly prices guesthouses. Along the beaches you will find mostly luxury resorts. Furthermore, you can stay at a beach house; most of which are located along Mission Beach and Pacific Beach. Motels are scattered around the city with a higher concentration near Hotel Circle in Mission Valley. San Diego is a popular tourist destination and therefore we recommend you to book your accommodation in this city well in advance.

External Sources

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Practical information

  • Currency
    United States Dollar
  • Driving direction
    Right
  • City speed limit
    25 - 70 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    90 - 130 km/h
  • Language
    English
  • Popular car category
    SUV

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?
  • Alamo
  • National Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Sixt
  • Hertz
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • Budget
  • Avis
  • Thrifty
  • Payless Car Rental
  • Fox Rent A Car
  • Economy Rent a Car
  • InterRent
  • NÜ Car Rentals
  • Advantage Rent a Car
  • Green Motion
  • Eaglerider
  • Mex Rent a Car
  • U-Save Auto Rental
  • Carwiz rent a car
  • ACE Rent A Car
  • Europcar