Crescent City car hire

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Crescent City

  • Car rentals in Crescent City can get you where you are going markedly faster than depending on public transportation schedules and limited destinations. In Crescent City car rentals, you can travel from The Point St. George Beach Trails to the Castle Rock National Wildlife Reffuge to Beachfront Park to the Walmart Supercenter, all according to your own agenda. Those driving car rentals in Crescent City can head north to the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest or south to the Redwood National and State Parks.
  • Located just 3 miles to the northwest of Crescent City, the Del Norte County Regional Airport (CEC) makes an ideal location for securing Crescent City car rentals. Contour Airlines runs flights out of CEC to and from the Oakland International Airport (OAK). When a Contour flight is scheduled, you can access car rental agencies inside the passenger terminal building. When Contour flights are not scheduled, you can access car rental agency desks at the Cal Ore Life Flight FBO office at CEC. Rental cars are parked both outside the baggage claim area and outside Cal Ore Life Flight. When you return your vehicle, go to the same parking lot where you collected it.
  • Traffic in Crescent City tends to be calm, quiet, and manageable. If you want to drive north or south beyond Crescent City, you have the choice of taking the more winding Highway 101, which runs along the shores of the Pacific Ocean, or the faster Interstate 5, which is a little bit further inland, but runs north and south from Washington to Southern California.
  • For people who secure car rentals in Crescent City, there are a number of problems you need to be on the lookout for. On the city roads, you can often encounter potholes, so drive carefully. Also, there are no sidewalks near some of the schools, so kids sometimes walk in the road. Be very careful when driving through a school zone. Also, a number of streetlights in the city seem to be out at any given time, so exercise caution when driving in the dark. The crime rate is high in Crescent City and cars get broken into a lot. Therefore, for those driving car rentals in Crescent City, be careful not to leave valuables or your luggage in your rental vehicle.
  • Book your car hire in Crescent City at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Compact hire cars in Crescent City are around 30% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Crescent City

  • How much is the price of fuel in Crescent City?

    The average price of fuel in Crescent City is R61,75 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R741 and R988, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Crescent City?

    Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Crescent City.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Crescent City?

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

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Crescent City?

    A Compact car hire in Crescent City costs R802 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Crescent City?

    An Economy car hire in Crescent City costs R774 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Crescent City?

    A Standard car hire in Crescent City costs R1 827 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Crescent City?

    For those looking into car rentals in Crescent City, consider renting an SUV. Crescent City is renowned for being at the north end of the Redwood Corridor, and with so much natural splendor around you, having a rugged vehicle that can help you explore is an opportunity not to be missed. Furthermore, an SUV is large and rugged enough to pack camping equipment and other gear for outdoor recreation. And if you will be taking a road trip down along the California coast, an SUV can afford great views as well as relaxed comfort.

  • What's the speed limit in Crescent City?

    In town, most roads have a speed limit of 25 mph, such as in the business district. Running north and south of Crescent City, Highway 101 has a speed limit of 70 mph outside Crescent City. On Lake Earl drive, the speed limit is 50 mph, but drivers lend to speed, and a CHP officer is often there to catch them. For those driving Crescent City car rentals, beware of driving on Highway 199 between Crescent City and Grant’s Pass, Oregon. When the 4-lane highway narrows to two lanes, the 65 mph speed limit quickly becomes 55 mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Crescent City?

    Parking at the Del Norte County Regional Airport is always free. If you are renting a campsite in Crescent City, all extra vehicles cost $5 to park. In Crescent City, most shopping plazas, restaurants, and hotels have their own parking lots where patrons can park for free, usually up to 2 hours. At 1000 Front Street, you will find a public parking lot that allows 2 hours of free parking. City parks have free parking.

Crescent City car rental reviews and directory 
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Budget

10,0

Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Crescent City

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Locations in Crescent City

1741 Dale Rupert Road

+1 707 465 9999

Monday08:00 - 19:00
Tuesday08:00 - 19:00
Wednesday08:00 - 19:00
Thursday08:00 - 19:00
Friday08:00 - 19:00
Saturday08:00 - 19:00
Sunday08:00 - 19:00

3561 Boeing Ave

+1 707 388 0977

Monday11:30 - 18:00
Tuesday11:30 - 18:00
Wednesday11:30 - 18:00
Thursday11:30 - 18:00
Friday11:30 - 18:00
Saturday11:30 - 18:00
Sunday11:30 - 18:00

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Would have been nice for the location to actually be open. Was closed- called budget to help and was told I could go to another car car rental agency- waited almost an hour for someone to show up- when she arrived she was extremely rude and flippant. Will not use budget again. The person at the enterprise counter was extremely helpful and apologetic. They will get my business from now on

10,0 Wonderful

Teresa, Feb 2022

KAYAK
Very nice cat. Great on gas

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2021

KAYAK
Helpful person at the counter, no wait, clean, comfortable car. Tip for the area: Don’t forget to program your gps before leaving the airport since you may not have cell coverage once you leave.

1 out of 1

Avis

Cleanliness

4.6

Comfort

4.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

3.9

Value for money

3.9

One location in Crescent City

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1741 Dale Rupert Road

+1 707 465 6666

Monday08:00 - 19:00
Tuesday08:00 - 19:00
Wednesday08:00 - 19:00
Thursday08:00 - 19:00
Friday08:00 - 19:00
Saturday08:00 - 19:00
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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
Didn’t have cars

1,9 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2021

KAYAK
I put an alert on my credit so when they inputted my bank card it said to contact equifax. They would not do so, instead they chose to leave me stranded at the airport. I was traveling from another trip due to a family emergency. I had been up all night and had been on 4 planes and had an 1.5 he drive and they would not bend. You cannot get an Uber or Lyft from crescent city. I was stranded. Not to mention I came from a place that the weather was in the 90’s and didn’t know I was going to be traveling there, so I was freezing. I was then told I couldn’t wait at the airport for my ride cuz it was going to take too long. I was beside myself. Thank you to contour airlines. An employee actually offered to drive me half way to Gold Beach and dropped me off to my sister at a grocery store. Can’t thank that employee enough. Thank you contour airlines. Avis.. you need new employees.

1 out of 1

Alamo

8,4

Very Good

One location in Crescent City

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3561 Boeing Ave

+1 707 839 3229

Monday17:00 - 22:3010:00 - 12:00
Tuesday17:00 - 22:3010:00 - 12:00
Wednesday17:00 - 22:3010:00 - 12:00
Thursday10:00 - 12:0017:00 - 22:30
Friday17:00 - 22:3010:00 - 12:00
Saturday17:00 - 22:3010:00 - 12:00
Sunday17:00 - 22:3010:00 - 12:00

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Hertz

5,9

Fair

2 locations in Crescent City

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1650 Dale Rupert Road

+1 707 464 5750

Monday06:00 - 19:30
Tuesday06:00 - 19:30
Wednesday06:00 - 19:30
Thursday06:00 - 19:30
Friday06:00 - 19:30
Saturday06:00 - 19:30
Sunday06:00 - 19:30

202 Dale Rupert Rd.

+1 707 464 5750

Monday08:00 - 19:00
Tuesday08:00 - 19:00
Wednesday08:00 - 19:00
Thursday08:00 - 19:00
Friday08:00 - 19:00
Saturday08:00 - 19:00
Sunday08:00 - 19:00

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Easirent

4,6

Mediocre

One location in Crescent City

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Arcata-Eureka Airport

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

No score available yet

One location in Crescent City

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3561 Boeing Ave

+1 707 839 4937

Monday12:00 - 20:00
Tuesday12:00 - 20:00
Wednesday12:00 - 20:00
Thursday12:00 - 20:00
Friday12:00 - 20:00
Saturday12:00 - 20:00
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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Standard

KAYAK
The absolute rudest counter person I've ever met. Apparently she is bothered by coming to work.

2,0 Poor

William, Feb 2023

Compact

KAYAK
They promised a car picked up in California and to be dropped in Oregon. They changed the rental to be delivered back to the pick up point. I had to cancel and go with another company at much more money.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2021

KAYAK
Great service at pick up and drop off. Was given a larger car than requested because "I WAS LATE". AA's fault not Enterprise's or mine. Great car, very happy that I was given a larger car than requested. Contemplating on buying the same as I rented. VW Passat. This car was very clean and almost drove itself. It was like I was driving the Knight Industries Two Thousand but without KITT's voice. Pssssst, VW, add KITT's voice and you'll sell millions upon millions. I am a very happy renter and will rent from Enterprise again as I have in the past. Thank you Humboldt airport Enterprise staff and most of all the lady that answered the phone on the evening of Oct 21 2021 that did her best to hold a car for me. WOW! what great customer service. I could not have asked for better.

7,9 Good

Debbie, Oct 2021

KAYAK
It went smooth, the only thing I would complain about is you don't take debit cards

1 out of 2

National

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One location in Crescent City

Locations in Crescent City

3561 Boeing Ave

+1 707 839 3229

Monday12:00 - 20:00
Tuesday12:00 - 20:00
Wednesday12:00 - 20:00
Thursday12:00 - 20:00
Friday12:00 - 20:00
Saturday12:00 - 20:00
Sunday12:00 - 20:00

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2022

KAYAK
The person in the Arcata/Eureka office at the airport was excellent. Friendly, knew what was going on, and helpful when changes needed to be made.

Sunnycars

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One location in Crescent City

Locations in Crescent City

3561 Boeing Avenue

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6585 travellers who hired a car in Crescent City gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.9

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