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Cheap car rentals in Santa Fe
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Santa Fe
- Browse through the several cheap car rentals in Santa Fe offering a convenient means to move around the city and other destinations. Discover and explore the rich culture of Santa Fe, the extraordinary art scenes, and the Pueblo-style architecture. These are all sites to behold, and having your car to move around will allow you to savor it all completely. Hertz, Enterprise, Avis, Budget, and Easient are all at your disposal. If you are alone or with one friend, consider using the economy. However, the minivan would be a better option if you are traveling with a big family because it is more spacious.
- When traveling to downtown Santa Fe, be mindful of pedestrians, mainly because most streets in this are narrow and with an abundance of foot traffic. Therefore, you need to be patient. You should obey all traffic rules and be alert when driving to avoid getting into trouble with the authority. Due to the short sight distances on Santa Fe's roads around curves, evasive maneuvers are challenging. Your risk of problems will be decreased if you drive defensively and avoid driving late at night when the bars close. Drinking and driving In Santa Fe is a crime that you should avoid.
- At Santa Fe Regional Airport, you can find car rental companies such as Avis and Hertz with a wide collection of cars. Enjoy a seamless and smooth transfer from the airport using a car rental at the airport. In the baggage claim area at the airport, you can quickly locate the Avis counter. They will ask you to provide your driver's license to receive your keys and preprinted rental document. Off-site car rental agencies are also available, ready to hand you your desired car to travel the city.
- As the capital of New Mexico, Santa Fe has lots to offer tourists. Along with historical attractions like Loretto Chapel and the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, there are a number of theatrical performances and concerts held at the Santa Fe Opera House. If you have a rental car, you might also enjoy a drive along the Turquoise Trail for nice scenery and the opportunity to shop at a variety of antique and boutique stores.
- Many major airlines, including Delta and American, fly in and out of Santa Fe Regional Airport. It offers numerous amenities and services for passengers including car rental services. Located in the baggage claim area, car rental offices for Avis, Enterprise, and Hertz can be found here.
- When driving in Santa Fe, you should be aware that there are several traffic cameras in and around the city. Via these cameras police look for drivers who exceed the speed limit or run lights, so drive with caution. Additionally, the sun in Santa Fe can be blinding, especially in the summertime. Be sure to have your sunglasses handy.
- Rush hour is really not that bad in Santa Fe. Many workers do commute from Albuquerque to Santa Fe for work, however; so I-25 (the route between these two cities) is often the busiest. The morning commute begins early (around 6:30 a.m.) and continues through 8 a.m. In the evening, traffic slows down between the hours of 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Santa Fe for C$ 131 or less
- Book your rental car in Santa Fe at least 6 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Supplier choice rental cars in Santa Fe are around 16% cheaper than other car types, on average
Santa Fe car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about renting a car in Santa Fe
What type of car is recommended for driving in Santa Fe?
New Mexico and the Santa Fe area have several beautiful beaches. If you plan to stroll along the beach, you should consider renting a convertible or Jeep to add to your fun. However, if you are planning a visit to Santa Fe National Forest or will be driving on some of Santa Fe’s back roads, you might consider renting a sport utility vehicle. Otherwise, any car will do for your visit.
What’s the speed limit in Santa Fe?
Santa Fe is well developed with many highways to help locals and visitors to get around town. If you are on the interstate, you’ll be able to drive at speeds of up to 75 mph. If you are on the local expressway, however, the speed limit will drop to 55 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Santa Fe?
Parking shouldn’t be a problem in downtown Santa Fe. You’ll find parking available on streets for a small fee. These same spots offer free parking after 6 p.m. and all day on Sundays. There are also plenty of paid parking lots and garages in the area, including the garage at Canyon Road, Water Street, and the Santa Fe Community Convention Center.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Santa Fe?
On average a rental car in Santa Fe costs C$ 134 per day.
What is the best rental car company in Santa Fe?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental company in Santa Fe is Avis (6.6, 56 reviews).
How much is gas price in Santa Fe?
The average gas price in Santa Fe is C$ 4.83 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 58 and C$ 77, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Santa Fe?
Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Santa Fe.
Which car rental companies are at Santa Fe airport (SAF)?
The only car rental company onsite at Santa Fe airport is Hertz.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Santa Fe airport (SAF)?
The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Santa Fe airport to off-airport locations is Hertz.
How can I find car rentals near me in Santa Fe?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Special car rental cost in Santa Fe?
A Special car rental in Santa Fe costs C$ 102 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Santa Fe?
An Intermediate car rental in Santa Fe costs C$ 161 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Santa Fe?
A Compact car rental in Santa Fe costs C$ 101 per day, on average.
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Santa Fe?
On average a rental car in Santa Fe costs C$ 935 per week (C$ 134 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Santa Fe?
On average a rental car in Santa Fe costs C$ 4,006 per month (C$ 134 per day).
How can I return my cheap car rentals in Santa Fe?
How you return your Santa Fe car rentals depend on what your agreement states. It is advisable to return the car as agreed without fail, or the car rental company will request additional authorizations from your account to cover the rental fees. Some of these companies allow after-hours drop-off.
What car is recommended when driving in Santa Fe?
Santa Fe is a populous city with very narrow roads and limited parking. Therefore, it is advisable to go for a small car to make it easy when navigating a town swarming with people and other vehicles than a big car.
Santa Fe car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Avis
6.6
Okay
Read 31 reviewsCleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.4
Value for money
6.6
2 locations in Santa Fe
Locations in Santa Fe
121 Aviation Drive, Unit 3
+1 505 471 5892
1946 Cerrillos Rd
+1 505 820 7943
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Feb 2024
Full-size
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Nov 2023
Minivan
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Intermediate SUV
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, May 2021
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Car was ready on time. Pickup was easy.4.0 Mediocre
Edward, May 2021
Pros:
The worst pressure up-selling of my life. This could easily be worth 300 to 400 dollars added to the price. Avis is pretty greedy.Cons:
Up front details about up-selling. I doubt I'll rent from Avis again. Costs can quadruple.Hertz
6.5
Okay
Read 27 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.4
Value for money
6.4
5 locations in Santa Fe
Locations in Santa Fe
100 E San Francisco St
+1 505 238 7836
121 Aviation Dr Bldg 303 Ste 6
+1 505 471 7189
20 Buffalo Thunder Trail
+1 505 438 4650
2010 Cerrillos Road Ste 7
+1 505 438 4650
309 W.san Francisco Street
+1 505 995 4514
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2.0 Poor
Miguel, Jun 2024
Compact SUV
2.0 Poor
Robert, Apr 2024
Supplier choice
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2023
Premium
10.0 Wonderful
Kevin, Oct 2022
8.0 Very good
Juie, Jun 2021
Pros:
We were able to keep the car longer for a reasonable price. Thank you.Cons:
The ability to pick up the car. Our flight was delayed & there was not an effort made for us to be able to pick up the car before closing at the extraordinary time of 5pm. In the end, we had an extra $30 in Lyft fees to get the car at the airport the next day. Not a great way to start this rental.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2021
Pros:
nobody knew how to cancel reservation. Hertz sent me to priceline; priceline sent me to hertzCons:
staff knowing how to handle a reservationEnterprise Rent-A-Car
7.4
Good
Read 7 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.3
2 locations in Santa Fe
Locations in Santa Fe
1611 St Michaels Dr
+1 505 986 1414
3961 Cerrillos Rd
+1 505 424 1134
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2020
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I wasn't aware there was an additional deposit fee for the rental -- if there was information or details about this it wasn't noted or highlighted enough to inform my decision/commitment of renting from here10.0 Wonderful
Casey, Jul 2020
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Fast service; friendly, efficient staffCons:
Great experience - they did everything right.10.0 Wonderful
Karen, Apr 2020
Pros:
The staff was very nice, gave me some clorox wipes to clean up the car (even though it was already very clean, it was just to be sure). Enterprise is also waiving the normal fee to drop the car in a different location, which was incredibly helpful.Cons:
It was great, no problems.2.0 Poor
g, Oct 2022
2.0 Poor
LEE, Jul 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2022
Budget
5.4
Fair
Read 7 reviewsCleanliness
5.8
Comfort
6.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.6
Value for money
4.9
2 locations in Santa Fe
Locations in Santa Fe
121 Aviation Drive, Unit 3
+1 505 471 5892
1946 Cerrillos Rd
+1 505 984 1596
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6.0 Okay
Carl, Aug 2024
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2021
Pros:
We got to the Santa Fe airport at 5:25 pm local time. When we called about picking up our car, we were told the office had closed at 5 pm and we could not get the car. So we had to rent a car from someone else.Cons:
How about staying open during reasonable business hours? Closing at 5 pm for an airport rental car service? Are you serious? But if you can't be open during reasonable business hours, how about advising us in advance what the closing time is? Overall, have to give you guys a POOR rating.4.4 Mediocre
Anonymous, Oct 2020
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The car was good.Cons:
They overcharged me. They said the cost was $571 and then charged me for an extra day for no reason.4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Sep 2020
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The guy we picked up fromCons:
The guy we dropped off to2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2022
7.9 Good
Anonymous, Oct 2021
Easirent
4.6
Mediocre
One location in Santa Fe
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Good to know
Most popular agency | Hertz |
|---|---|
Average price | C$ 134/day |
Good deal | C$ 131/day |
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Santa Fe car rental information
| Pick-up location | Santa Fe |
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| Car types | |
| Rental locations | 12 |
| Airport locations | 5 |