Novato car hire

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Most popular car type

Intermediate

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Novato car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Novato with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Novato?

You should book your car hire in Novato around 90 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Novato?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Novato are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0, 6 reviews), Hertz (2.0, 13 reviews), and Dollar (5.6).
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 10.0/10
Dollar
Dollar
Rated 5.6/10
Budget
Budget
Rated 0.0/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Novato?

Intermediate cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Novato. Intermediate cars in Novato cost R777/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R655/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Novato?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Novato is July at an average cost of R878/day. November is the most expensive month to hire a car in Novato when prices are R1 388/day on average, which tends to be 2 333% above the yearly average hire price for Novato.

Which car hire company in Novato has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 4 locations in Novato, more than any other car hire company.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Novato

  • If you want to have an exciting vacation in California, consider moving around the city with car rentals in Novato. You’ll enjoy a number of advantages with Novato car rentals than when using public transport. For instance, you may schedule and reschedule your traveling plans without consulting anyone. You can access some of the top attraction sites in the city such as Marin Museum of Contemporary Art and Marin Museum of Contemporary Art any time of the day. You may travel with your pet using car rentals in Novato as compared to when traveling using buses and trains in the city.
  • Most visitors on vacation arrive in the city through San Francisco International Airport (SFO). If you’re on a holiday vacation, consider picking up a rental car from one of the car rental agencies housed in the Rental Car Center (RCC) located inside the airport. This RCC features Hertz, Kyte, Alamo, Thrifty, Budget, and Avis and you can conveniently access it from the terminal using  AirTrain Blue Line, which operates 24 hours.
  • You need to be aware of the driving age limits in the city before hitting the road with car rentals in Novato. For instance, the minimum age to drive in Novato is 16 years, and you should have your instruction permit lasting for 6 months. Apart from this, when during car rentals in Novato, you should keep an eye out on some of the busy roads such as Aberdeen Road and Day Island Road. Jaywalkers are a common occurrence on these roads. Motorists and cyclists also have a tendency to move from one lane to another without warning the vehicle behind them.
  • Novato experiences rush hours from 7 am to 9:30 am in the mornings and 3:30 pm to 4 pm in the evenings. The heavy flow of traffic affects most roads heading to the city center. To avoid this, you can consider driving Novato car rentals in off-peak hours or begin your trip 30 minutes earlier before the rush hours.
  • Standard hire cars in Novato are around 40% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Novato

  • How can I find car hires near me in Novato?

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

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Novato?

    An Intermediate car hire in Novato costs R583 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Special car hire cost in Novato?

    A Special car hire in Novato costs R789 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Novato?

    A Compact car hire in Novato costs R638 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Novato?

    The Marine Museum of Contemporary Art and Hamilton Field History Museum, among other stunning Novato attractions, are situated in regions with uneven terrain. As a result, consider SUVs when renting a car in Novato to go to these locations. This vehicle's strong engine makes ascending steep terrain simple. However, a compact car will be your best option if you plan to travel to areas in or close to the city center, where the majority of the roads are quite small, and parking spaces are few.

  • What’s the speed limit in Novato?

    Most roads in Novato maintain a speed limit of 45 mph, thus you are reminded to drive Novato car rentals with this speed to avoid confrontations with traffic officers. However, there are some roads that have posted their own speed limits, which you need to adhere to. For instance, if you will be driving on highways and on Interstate, your speed limit should be 75 mph. Additionally, if you will be driving in residential, hospital, and school zones, you should be at a speed of 25 mph and below.

  • What are the best places to park in Novato?

    If you need a safe place to park your car rental in Novato, consider parking at 10 Main Gate Rd Parking or 1574 Armstrong Ave Parking, at a price around $1 per hour. If you are in a rush and need to park for less than 2 hours, consider parking for free at Caltrans Rowland Blvd or Century Rowland Plaza. Hotel parking is also ideal only for those staying in the hotels while at Novato.

Novato car rental reviews and directory

 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

4 locations in Novato

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1385 Petaluma Boulevard North

+1 707 778 7100

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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536 Irwin

+1 415 456 7999

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65 Medway Rd

+1 415 456 7999

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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7401 Redwood Blvd

+1 415 898 3500

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Very friendly and not too pushy on sales for an upgrade.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Very friendly and helpful service from arrangements to pick up

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Nov 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Pickup was quick

Cons:

The car only had 1/3 of a tank of gas at pickup. Very disappointing to have to get gas right away. Also, this is a way they get more money out of you by making you return it at an exact amount that is not full. The car smelled terribly of cigarette smoke and made me feel sick the whole trip. Pickup was confusing as I had 3 different addresses for drop off. I called and spoke to someone asking which address was correct and she was not much help.

4,4 Mediocre

Anonymous, Sept 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

We had to wait for a car. The car we got had the check engine light go on within the first couple of hours. Pack of gum under the seat from previous renter: how well did they clean the car?

1 out of 2

Hertz

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.0

3 locations in Novato

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351 Airport Road

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7505 Redwood Blvd

+1 415 892 1121

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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933 Francisco Blvd East

+1 415 451 0125

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Intermediate SUV

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Cancelled on me 30 minutes before I was supposed to pick up car.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Supplier choice

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I was scheduled for a 12 pick up and they closed at 12! I was admittedly 10-15 min late however I didn't get the car. I am not sure why they allowed a pick up time that was technically when they were closed.

2,0 Poor

Anais, Nov 2023

Supplier choice

KAYAK
I was unable to pick up the car at the agreed rental time because they were closed.

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

--instruction manual should be IN the car --remind the "pick-up" attendants to look at the person they are assisting in the moment --have "drop-off" office open on WEEKENDS. It's not fair to charge 2 extra days when the renter is late returning on a Friday AFTER 5:30 !!!

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The team in San Rafael was very accommodating getting me into a great car last minute when Enterprise could not honor my reservation. They were sure to give me my options with limited inventory so that I could make the right decision for my one way trip. Great experience all around.

1 out of 5

Dollar

5,6

Fair

One location in Novato

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Locations in Novato

933 Francisco Blvd East

+1 415 451 0125

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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1305 Francisco Boulevard East

+1 415 258 9483

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One location in Novato

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933 Francisco Boulevard East

+1 415 451 0125

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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2,0 Poor

Mark, Jan 2025

Supplier choice

KAYAK
When we got there. They said they didn’t have any cars. Now I’m trying to get the refund for the car.

1 out of 1

2 travellers who hired a car in Novato gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.6

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Novato car hire information

Pick-up locationNovato
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