Dominican Republic car rentals

Driver's age: 26-65

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Cheap car rentals in the Dominican Republic

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Chevrolet Spark car
Chevrolet Spark
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
C$ 19/day
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Class Compact Car car
Class Compact Car
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
C$ 16/day
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Hyundai Elantra car
Hyundai Elantra
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
C$ 20/day
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Chevrolet Optra car
Chevrolet Optra
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
C$ 36/day
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Class Full-size Car car
Class Full-size Car
or similar Large
5
2
4-5
C$ 47/day
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Suzuki Jimny car
Suzuki Jimny
or similar SUV
2
2
4-5
C$ 51/day
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Dodge Grand Caravan car
Dodge Grand Caravan
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
C$ 99/day
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Ford Explorer car
Ford Explorer
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
C$ 63/day
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Kia Picanto car
Kia Picanto
or similar Small
2
2
2/4
C$ 17/day
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Hyundai Staria car
Hyundai Staria
or similar Van
5
2
4-5
C$ 87/day
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Class Full-size Truck car
Class Full-size Truck
or similar Pickup Truck
5
2
2/4
C$ 81/day
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Chevrolet Traverse car
Chevrolet Traverse
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
C$ 121/day
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Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
C$ 27/day
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Hyundai ix25 car
Hyundai ix25
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
C$ 30/day
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Kia Sportage car
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
C$ 33/day
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Nissan Murano car
Nissan Murano
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
C$ 47/day
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Class Special Van car
Class Special Van
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
C$ 125/day
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Class Luxury SUV car
Class Luxury SUV
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
C$ 168/day
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Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.
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Most popular agency

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

Most popular car type

Economy

Average price

C$ 40/day

Good deal

C$ 34/day

When to book a rental car in the Dominican Republic

Average daily price per month
Rental car prices as pick-up date approaches

Top tips for renting a car in the Dominican Republic

  • If you are bringing children on your vacation and plan to rent a car in the Dominican Republic, you need to be aware that there are no child car seat laws, but it is compulsory for all passengers to wear a seatbelt when they are traveling in a car.
  • You will find that there are various types of roads in the Dominican Republic that are suited to different vehicle types. Most of the highways are in brilliant condition and have two lanes, while the DR-1 highway has four lanes and connects the cities of Santiago and Santo Domingo. There are also single-lane roads and dirt tracks, found in rural areas, which can require a four-wheel drive to navigate.
  • If you plan to cross the Dominican border with your rental car, you will need to be aware of the territorial restrictions, which will vary depending on the country that you want to visit. For example, you will not be able to take your rental car across to Haiti. To find out which neighboring countries you can visit, you will need to check the conditions with your car rental company.
  • Renting a car in the Dominican Republic offers you the flexibility to explore the country in your own time and at your own pace. Remote sites like the waterfalls at Damajagua in the northern region of the country will require access by car.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Dominican Republic for C$ 34 or less
  • Book your rental car in Dominican Republic at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Compact rental cars in Dominican Republic are around 46% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in the Dominican Republic

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in the Dominican Republic?

    On average a rental car in the Dominican Republic costs C$ 40 per day.

  • What is the most popular rental car in the Dominican Republic?

    Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in the Dominican Republic.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in the Dominican Republic?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at America Car Rental (C$ 20/day), JUMBO CAR (C$ 21/day) and Zezgo (C$ 22/day).

  • What is the best rental car company in the Dominican Republic?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental company in the Dominican Republic is Alamo (7.4, 61 reviews).

  • How can I find car rentals near me in the Dominican Republic?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • Where should I rent a car in the Dominican Republic?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in the Dominican Republic are Punta Cana (59% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in the Dominican Republic), Puerto Plata (26%) and Santo Domingo (10%).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in the Dominican Republic?

    On average a rental car in the Dominican Republic costs C$ 279 per week (C$ 40 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in the Dominican Republic?

    On average a rental car in the Dominican Republic costs C$ 1,195 per month (C$ 40 per day).

  • What is driving like in Dominican Republic?

    Dominicans drive on the right-hand side of the road. You will find when you drive in the Dominican Republic that the roads are rather busy, plus you will find toll road DR-7 from Santo Domingo. Using a mobile phone at the wheel of a car is forbidden, and wearing a seatbelt is mandatory for all passengers. You may turn right on a red light, and you need to give way to the vehicle that is on the bigger street.

  • How old do you have to be to rent a car in Dominican Republic?

    To rent a car in the Dominican Republic, the minimum age is 21 years old. Drivers under 25 years old will need to pay an additional young driver fee of around 868 DOM (17 USD) per day. Be aware that your home country’s driving license is only valid for 30 days after your arrival in the Dominican Republic. You will always need to carry your license and your passport when you are driving.

  • How are gas prices in Dominican Republic?

    You can expect to pay around 64 DOM (1.27 USD) per liter of gas in the Dominican Republic. You will need to be aware that gas stations close by 6:00 pm and often open for half a day on Sundays. In more rural areas, there are fewer gas stations, so you will need to fill up your car near the larger towns and cities.

  • What are the speed limits in Dominican Republic?

    When you rent a car in the Dominican Republic, you will need to adhere to the local speed limits. On highways, the maximum speed limit is 120 km/h (74 mph), while on other roads you may drive up to 80 km/h (50 mph). When you drive in villages, the speed limit goes down to 40 km/h (25 mph).

Car rental directory

  • national

    National car rental locations in the Dominican Republic

    26 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car rental locations in the Dominican Republic

    24 Locations

  • alamo

    Alamo car rental locations in the Dominican Republic

    23 Locations

  • flexways

    FlexWays car rental locations in the Dominican Republic

    21 Locations

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car rental locations in the Dominican Republic

    20 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car rental locations in the Dominican Republic

    13 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car rental locations in the Dominican Republic

    12 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car rental locations in the Dominican Republic

    11 Locations

  • amerirent

    Amerirent Car Rental car rental locations in the Dominican Republic

    10 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car rental locations in the Dominican Republic

    8 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car rental locations in the Dominican Republic

    8 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car rental locations in the Dominican Republic

    8 Locations

Car rental locations in the Dominican Republic

Everything you need to know for your car rental in the Dominican Republic

The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for car rentals for the class listed and were found by KAYAK users in the last 48 hours. Offers are subject to change and may not be available on all car rentals listed or dates of travel. Some car rental providers charge additional fees for other services (GPS, infant car seats, etc.). Please check the car rental providers' sites.

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