Palm Desert car hire

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Palm Desert car hire information

Pick-up locationPalm Desert
Car types
Hire locations7
Airport locations0

Cheap car hire in Palm Desert

Mini
Economy
Compact
Intermediate
Standard
Full-size
Luxury
People carrier
Passenger van
SUV
Commercial
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Palm Desert

  • Book your car hire in Palm Desert at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard car hire in Palm Desert are around 35% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Palm Desert

  • How much is the price of fuel in Palm Desert?

    The average price of fuel in Palm Desert is R66,87 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R802 and R1 070, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Palm Desert?

    Standard (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Palm Desert.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Palm Desert?

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

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Palm Desert?

    A Standard car hire in Palm Desert costs R1 198 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Special car hire cost in Palm Desert?

    A Special car hire in Palm Desert costs R1 414 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Palm Desert?

    An Intermediate car hire in Palm Desert costs R1 108 per day, on average.

Palm Desert car rental reviews and directory

Hertz

7,1

Best rated

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

7.1

2 locations in Palm Desert

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Locations in Palm Desert

67-777 East Palm Canyon #6

+1 760 292 0133

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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74855 Country Club Dr.

+1 760 568 6200

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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10,0 Wonderful

Dec 2021

KAYAK
Tim was helpful and fun to work with.

10,0 Wonderful

Dec 2021

KAYAK
Car could have been cleaner

1,9 Poor

Jun 2021

KAYAK
The SUV I rented more than 8 days before the pick up date , wasn't ready and i called 3 times. they never called me until i was 3 hours late for my pickup time , someone told me I have to rent a small car drive it to another location and pick up my desired type of car. The car smells cigarette. have rough sound from the back while driving. I tried to cancel the reservation but the lady said she can't and it has to be through her manager because I paid already for the rental, I decided to take the SUV as it was too late for me to change my plans. Adding assault to the injury ,when I returned the SUV washed in and out and full tank, the guy told me I have to pay 150$ tax , so I told him I paid everything ahead of my rental and he was .... oh let me see what I can do... as he is doing me a favor by waiving taxes, so unprofessional and annoying.

4,0 Mediocre

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Car was way below Hertz’ usual standards. May be due to car shortage but still disappointing

2,0 Poor

Feb 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The location was good.

Cons:

Horrible experience in Palm Desert Hertz. Terrible non-responsive customer service - Luis would never return a call, nor would the manager. Given a car with a smashed bumper and engine light on. Extra charges secretly added on. Go someplace else!

2,0 Poor

Sep 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

No vehicle was available at time of pick up. Ended up making other arrangements. Shouldn’t be able to reserve a vehicle if one is not available.

1 out of 19

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6,3

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.7

4 locations in Palm Desert

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Locations in Palm Desert

49499 Eisenhower Dr

+1 760 564 7859

Monday00:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:00
Friday00:00 - 00:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00
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68350 E Palm Canyon Dr

+1 760 328 9377

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00
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73088 Highway 111

+1 760 341 4470

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00
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78385 Varner Rd Ste D

+1 760 772 0281

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00
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2,0 Poor

Oct 2023

KAYAK
They didn’t have a van available for me. Had to rent from Uhaul

10,0 Wonderful

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was great and my drop off was super easy.

Cons:

Couldn't get the bluetooth to work in the car

2,0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Did not have car I ordered. Tried to get me to take smaller car. I refused. Was given a hard time by salesman and then he went away. Tried to speak to manager, was ignored. Staff very unfriendly. I had to leave without a car. Was a disaster. I went to Avis and was treated as a customer should be. Rented a car to my choice for 2 weeks.

Cons:

more honest treatment of a customer. A manager that would listen to my problem. A less hostile attitude. Have used Enterprise in the past, would never use again.

10,0 Wonderful

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Very easy!!! Beat experience.

2,0 Poor

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

They called the morning of to tell me they didn’t have any cars! I expect not to be charged!

Cons:

Horrible! They take your reservation. Then call and leave a message saying they have no cars!!

2,0 Poor

Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The location was closed when I arrived. I don't know why I was able to scheduled this pick up time when the office is closed. Great job kayak.

Cons:

Literally everything.

1 out of 15

Avis

7,4

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.5

Value for money

8.1

One location in Palm Desert

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Locations in Palm Desert

74-881 Hovley Lane East

+1 760 346 7429

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00
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10,0 Wonderful

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was great at this location. Best experience ever at a rental car agency!

2,0 Poor

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

They didn’t have any cars to rent!

2,0 Poor

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Car was not available!!

6,0 Okay

Mar 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Pick up was fine, quick. Easy

Cons:

Drop off was poorly done, understaffed

8,4 Very Good

Feb 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff- they were uber understaffed but the gal there smiled and handled all the grumpy people. She was accommodating.

Cons:

More employees at peak dates

2,0 Poor

Oct 2018

KAYAK

Cons:

Car was filthy. Bloody Kleenex in side pocket. Could not see out of windows.

1 out of 4

Budget

6,9

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.8

Value for money

6.5

One location in Palm Desert

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Locations in Palm Desert

74-881 Hovley Lane East

+1 760 776 9565

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00
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10,0 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The drop off was a bit complicated since the Budget airport location is closed. Fortunately the Avis people found us and checked in the car. They were all very nice at pick up and drop off

10,0 Wonderful

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Pickup and dropoff was easy, and the car was clean when I got it

Cons:

nothing! The car was clean when I got it, the service was top notch, the return was seamless. nothing else I could ask for in a rental agency, you have my business next time!!!

2,4 Poor

Aug 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Not too much

Cons:

Service of counter personnel. Car windows where smeared and cloudy.

8,4 Very Good

May 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Was very good at pick up, and drop off , close to the airport, and the shuttle is convenient

Cons:

They charge you too much for gas, almost more than I paid for the car rental, i used only quarter of tank, and they charged me $70. There is no specific way to measure the gas used, whatever the person who check the car decide what to pay, so I recommend to put gas before the drop off

4,0 Mediocre

Nov 2021

KAYAK
I declined the insurance and was charged for it even though my contract said I declined it. I had to call the Budget rent of car where I picked up the car to clear it up.

1 out of 2

Dollar

6,2

Okay

No reviews available

One location in Palm Desert

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Locations in Palm Desert

74855 Country Club Drive

+1 760 568 6200

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
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Eagle Rent A Car

No score available yet

One location in Palm Desert

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Locations in Palm Desert

74855 Country Club Dr.

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181 travellers who hired a car in Palm Desert gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6,2

Car hire locations in or near Palm Desert

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Most popular car type

Standard

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