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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Margate
- Margate car rentals offer the best option for travelers visiting the city. Renting a car in Margate offers you enough time and efficiency to fully explore the city and the opportunity to drive along the coast. With your rental car in Margate, you can visit Palm Beach Gardens located about 41 miles north of Margate to see the world-famous retirement community and ride the waves at the world icon of ocean surfing, Atlantic Beach. You can also cruise to Crandon Park, Bahamas, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, and The Falls roughly 40 miles south of Margate. Some of the state parks to tour include John D. MacArthur Beach State Park about 41 miles north of Margate and Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park about 46 miles south of Margate.
- Car rentals in Margate are available in several airports serving the city. Travelers landing at Miami Airport can find the car rental counters on the ground floor of the terminal building. If you land at Palm Beach International Airport, proceed to the V.I.P. section of the terminal, where a car rental counter is located at the air lounge. Fort Lauderdale Airport can be reached by car rental services at the terminal building. For those flying into Fort Myers SW Florida International Airport, find the counters at the Arrivals Level.
- Driving in Margate is an enjoyable experience. The roads are good and the city's streets are organized in a grid pattern. Pedestrians have the right of way at crosswalks and intersections hence when approaching a pedestrian crossing to give them ample time to cross without causing any danger or inconvenience to them. When driving behind a school bus with flashing red lights, it is smart to keep a distance of 25 feet and stop when it stops since it may be picking up or dropping off children.
- Margate experiences heavy traffic which is caused by the city's busy tourism and economy, which are the main drivers of growth in the region. This means that the city has a lot to offer both residents and visitors. However, there is a lot of traffic congestion during the peak hours that can make driving in Margate difficult for visitors. The worst traffic occurs around University Drive and Atlantic Boulevard which are usually crowded during weekends and holidays. The morning rush hours begin at around 5 am and continue until about 8:30 am when traffic starts to slow down while the evening peak hours are from 4 pm to around midnight.
- Book your rental car in Margate at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Intermediate rental cars in Margate are around 7% more expensive than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Margate
How much is gas price in Margate?
The average gas price in Margate is C$ 5.38 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 65 and C$ 86, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Margate?
Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Margate.
Which car rental companies are at Miami airport (MIA)?
Car rental companies onsite at Miami airport include CarWiz, Ok Mobility, GREEN MOTION, Fox, Thrifty, NextCar, ADDCAR RENTAL, ACO Rent A Car, Hertz and HDC Rent A Car.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Miami airport (MIA)?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Miami airport to off-airport locations include Fox, Thrifty, ADDCAR RENTAL, ACO Rent A Car, Hertz, Dollar, Budget, Sixt, Priceless and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
How can I find car rentals near me in Margate?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Margate?
An Intermediate car rental in Margate costs C$ 48 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Margate?
A Compact car rental in Margate costs C$ 27 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car rental cost in Margate?
A Standard car rental in Margate costs C$ 28 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Margate?
Intermediate is the type of car recommended for driving in Margate. These cars are available for rent from car rentals in Margate. They are most preferred since they are spacious enough to serve your needs, affordable and newer models. They come with smaller engines that are low on fuel consumption, lower maintenance costs, and fuel efficiency. The smaller engine also helps to reduce noise issues and is more reliable since it has a lesser likelihood of breakdowns. Intermediate cars in Margate are available in 4-door models and 3-door models.
What’s the speed limit in Margate?
The speed limit is important for every driver to get familiarized with. Margate’s maximum speed limits include 30 mph in residential, business, and municipal areas. When driving around school zones, maintain a maximum speed of 20 mph. Interstates, highways, and toll roads have a maximum speed of 70 mph however on rural highways, the permitted maximum speed limit is 60 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Margate?
The best place to park in Margate is the on-street parking. on-street parking is the most affordable and secure option with parking lots including Discovery Parking Corporation on 3330 Pinewalk Dr N APT 1622, Legacy Park on 1400 W River Dr, Multi Level Parking Garage on Coconut Creek, FL 33073 and Recon Parking Management on 2333 N State Rd 7 Suite R.
Margate car rental reviews and directory
Avis
10.0
Wonderful
11 reviewsCleanliness
9.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
3 locations in Margate
Locations in Margate
1501 North State Road 7
+1 954 973 9205
1943 North University Drive
+1 954 345 5860
7530 Southgate Blvd
+1 954 586 5000
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan. 2019
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Very easy. Open at 8:00 am, like the website said. No hard up saleCons:
Return was super easy. Tough to make anything better10.0 Wonderful
Jul. 2018
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Nothing10.0 Wonderful
Mar. 2018
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Received a brand new car! Perfect for our family for the weekend.1.9 Poor
Aug. 2021
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
6.4
Okay
13 reviewsCleanliness
5.7
Comfort
6.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.2
Value for money
6.2
4 locations in Margate
Locations in Margate
2222 N. University Dr
+1 954 346 1969
2699 N State Road 7
+1 954 978 8229
5860 Wiles Rd
+1 954 346 8379
981 S. State Rd 7
+1 954 975 8857
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10.0 Wonderful
Mar. 2024
2.0 Poor
Aug. 2020
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NothingCons:
They didn’t have any cars. To fulfill my reservation.2.0 Poor
Jan. 2017
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I asked for car Rantel by the airport andi got one a half-hour away and I had to pay $50 more because of that2.0 Poor
Aug. 2016
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Bad service, non apologetic. I rented from Hertz!2.0 Poor
May 2023
2.0 Poor
Jul. 2022
Budget
5.0
Fair
13 reviewsCleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.0
Value for money
5.0
3 locations in Margate
Locations in Margate
1501 North State Road 7
+1 954 978 9018
2475 University Drive
+1 954 341 9736
7530 Southgate Blvd
+1 954 586 5002
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10.0 Wonderful
Jul. 2020
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Good car, ready for pick up when scheduled with very little delay. Pleasant staff.Cons:
Car had a lingering odor of tobacco. I am a non-smoker.2.0 Poor
Oct. 2019
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Never rented the car because when I arrived, the rude customer service agent informed me that there were no cars. She offered no alternative or apology.2.8 Poor
Oct. 2017
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Nice vehicleCons:
Scheduled for noon pick up time car wasent even there till 1:39 glad I didn’t have plans. Car was damaged. About a nickel sized hole in the bumper along with plastic silver piece sticking out exposing parts. Back haven’t been cleaned. I found goldfish and other assorted snacks in the cup holder.8.0 Very good
Dec. 2016
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Charged me too much initially by accident but I caught it and had them correct it.i9.2 Wonderful
Dec. 2015
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Simple and easy check out and in processCons:
Vehicles was a little too expensiveCar rental locations in or near Margate
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