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Mammoth Lakes car hire information
| Pick-up location | Mammoth Lakes |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 5 |
| Airport locations | 3 |
Cheap car hire in Mammoth Lakes
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| Economy |
| Compact |
| Intermediate |
| Standard |
| Full-size |
| Luxury |
| People carrier |
| Passenger van |
| SUV |
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Mammoth Lakes
- Consider booking car rentals in Mammoth Lakes any time you are in this California’s year-round adventure land. Mammoth Lakes Red Line Bus is the other transport option popular for its cost-effectiveness. Reserving Mammoth Lakes car rentals comes with the advantage of enhanced flexibility and convenience when visiting various parts of town. With your rented car, you have the freedom or deciding your own departure time and the routes to follow. Mammoth Mountains Ski Area is one of the places you may consider visiting with your rented car, which allows you to move around with your personal belongings conveniently.
- Renting a car upon landing at Mammoth Yosemite Airport (MMH) will allow you to enjoy self–drive from the airport to the city center and other destinations of your choice in Mammoth Lakes. Enterprise, National, and Hertz are the three major car rentals in Mammoth Lakes, with on-site car rental counters at MMH. The counters are inside the terminal building located specifically at 85 Airport Rd, Mammoth Lakes, 93546 9710, CA, California. From the baggage claim area, the clear signpost of each of these car rentals will lead you to their respective counters.
- You need to remember a few things when driving your car in Mammoth Lakes. Most of the roads in downtown Mammoth Lakes are wide and in good condition, something that could tempt you to speed. You should resist this temptation because the number of cyclists on these roads is always high, especially in the mornings and evenings. Over-speeding puts you at risk of hitting them. If you are driving your car within the central business district, you should remember the high number of pedestrians, many of whom jump into roads without checking oncoming vehicles.
- Driving your rented car in Mammoth Lakes is quite difficult during the morning and evening rush hours. Like other towns in California, the morning rush hour in Mammoth Lakes starts at around 7 am and ends at around 10 am, while the evening rush hour starts at around 4 pm and ends at around 7 pm. During these periods, most of the roads in the town experience heavy traffic, with the most affected road being Route 395.
- Book your car hire in Mammoth Lakes at least 2 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy car hire in Mammoth Lakes are around -65% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Mammoth Lakes
How much is the price of fuel in Mammoth Lakes?
The average price of fuel in Mammoth Lakes is R73,33 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R880 and R1 173, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Mammoth Lakes?
Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Mammoth Lakes.
How can I find car hires near me in Mammoth Lakes?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Mammoth Lakes?
An Economy car hire in Mammoth Lakes costs R4 015 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Mammoth Lakes?
An Intermediate car hire in Mammoth Lakes costs R2 969 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Mammoth Lakes?
Car rentals in Mammoth Lakes avail a variety of car types, which are suitable for the different needs of the renters. If you are traveling with your family and you need a car that can accommodate more people and luggage, Intermediate SUV, Standard SUV, or Full-size SUV will be a good option for you. The cars can accommodate up to five adults and more than two pieces of baggage. On the other hand, if you are traveling solo with less than two pieces of baggage, an economy car will be an ideal option for you.
What’s the speed limit in Mammoth Lakes?
The speed limit on most of the roads or streets in Mammoth Lakes is between 20 mph and 55 mph. When driving on streets within residential areas or the central business district, you should observe a speed limit of 20 mph. Outside these zones, you should observe a speed limit of 35 mph unless otherwise indicated. On major highways such as Route 395, you should observe a speed limit of 55 mph, except in some sections with a posted speed limit of 70 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Mammoth Lakes?
You have several short-term or long-term parking options for your rented car in Mammoth Lakes. The Village at Mammoth lot is popular among drivers in need of overnight parking. The parking lot is located across the street from the Minaret side of the Village at Mammoth. You make the payment for this parking lot through the self-serve kiosks. If you are looking for long-term overnight parking, Mammoth Yosemite Airport is the option. Here, you will pay around $8 per car per night. This price may change slightly, subject to demand.
Mammoth Lakes car rental reviews and directory
National
3,7
Poor
11 reviewsCleanliness
3.7
Comfort
3.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
3.5
Value for money
3.1
2 locations in Mammoth Lakes
Locations in Mammoth Lakes
703 Airport Rd
+1 909 482 4800
85 Airport Rd
+1 909 204 1759
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2,0 Poor
Jul 2020
Pros:
nothingCons:
Kayak needs to check to see if they are actually renting car's when you book a car rental. We got a call 1 day before our trip to find out that National was closed at Mammoth Lakes airport and we would have to go to Bishop for a car (44 miles away). We ended up not renting.5,6 Fair
Aug 2019
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Nice staff however, airport entrance opened 20 min late and upon checknout printer broken so no reql receipt. Staff trying there best.2,0 Poor
Feb 2019
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When I arrived to pick up my "reservation" I was informed that "This was booked on a 3rd party site, and we don't have cars". I don't know if the issue is with Kayak, National, or the staff at that local location, but it ended up costing me $60 to get back from the airport to catch a ride home.2,0 Poor
Sep 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
8,0 Very Good
Feb 2022
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
2,6
Poor
13 reviewsCleanliness
3.3
Comfort
3.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.6
4 locations in Mammoth Lakes
Locations in Mammoth Lakes
164 Old Mammoth Rd
+1 909 482 4800
187 W Line St
+1 760 873 3704
703 Airport Rd
+1 760 873 3704
85 Airport Rd
+1 909 204 1759
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8,0 Very Good
Sep 2019
Pros:
staff friendly and helpful but didn't have car I originally booked but luckily one they had worked.Cons:
clean car with full tank gas. car was dirty and only 1/2 tank8,4 Very Good
Jun 2017
Pros:
The agent at the desk was very helpful. He handled difficult situations well--two parties had no transportation due to misunderstandings on their part.Cons:
The gas policy--or lack of one. Because there were no papers exchanged, I didn't even think of the gas policy until I was on the road and noted the tank was below half full.10,0 Wonderful
Jun 2023
2,0 Poor
Jan 2023
2,0 Poor
Jun 2022
1,9 Poor
Aug 2021
Hertz
6,3
Okay
4 reviews3 locations in Mammoth Lakes
Locations in Mammoth Lakes
1200 Airport Drive
+1 760 934 2271
3218 Main St
+1 760 934 7004
40142 Hwy 49
+1 559 692 2277
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2,4 Poor
Aug 2017
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Got the the car in timely mannerCons:
When I returned the car ... I was not given the receipt even though I asked for it ... I was told I will get the receipt in the email and it's been 5 days now still no receipt and today I look at my car I got charged way more than i was told and I still don't have the receipt to see what they charged me for ... what a bad Sevice from this location ... I hope they will Contect me and solve this problem rather me going calling my bank to figure it out :(5,2 Fair
Jun 2017
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All locations staff were very helpful and friendly. Every person I dealt with at Hertz was awesome.Cons:
Both cars were not clean inside... crud in cup holders, not vacuumed well. Exterior not clean... The car I originally rented was a 2015 Nissan Rouge with about 40,000 miles on it. It was fine at first, but as soon as I got on the passes going from California to Washington any speed over 45 the steering would shake... semis were passing me and the drive was very stressful. I tried to exchange the car in Oregon, but there were no rental places open. I made it to Bremerton, Washington by Monday and immediately called the Hertz there. For three days they tried to find me a replacement ca (or so they said) and they finally said they were unable to. I had to leave to head back to Ca and tried to find rental replacements along the way with no success. Finally in Medford the airport was able to replace the car. They were shocked that the hood did not close properly and the car was in such bad shape they thought it should not be in the fleet. The fun didn't end there though. When I got back to Oakhurst, Ca to return the car, their records showed that I had returned the first car but that I had never rented the second car! Still trying to figure out that paperwork debacle. :/Sunnycars
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Most popular car type | Economy |
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