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Palm Springs car hire information

Pick-up locationPalm Springs
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Hire locations17
Airport locations14

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Top tips for hiring a car in Palm Springs

  • You’ll want a hire car while staying in the Palm Springs resort community so that you can take advantage of its award winning golf courses, art galleries, and chic boutiques. With a hire car you can also drive through the desert to Joshua Tree National Park, the Living Desert, or one of its other forests or botanical gardens.
  • Palm Springs International Airport is small, relaxed, and hassle free. Despite its size, many major carriers fly out of this airport. It also offers most of the amenities of any large airport including on-site car hire agencies such as Alamo, Avis, Budget, and more. Once you are off the plane, simply go to baggage claim, and retrieve your belongings, and the car hire company is right there.
  • When driving through the desert, make sure to have plenty of petrol since you don’t know how close the next station will be. Additionally, because of heat you should have plenty of drinking water with you in case of car trouble. If it rains when you are driving through the city, be on the alert for street and parking lot floods.
  • Note that in the winter the population increases considerably, resulting in more traffic. Traffic is thickest in Palm Springs between 7:30 a.m. and 9 a.m. Commuters returning home from work can also cause traffic backups between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Some of the heaviest traffic is on Hwy 91 and State Route 111.
  • Book your car hire in Palm Springs at least 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Economy car hire in Palm Springs are around 68% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Palm Springs

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Palm Springs?

    With all of the shopping outlets, casinos, and parks to visit, you’ll likely be on the road quite bit. Be sure that your car has good air conditioning for those hot summer days in the desert. You’ll also need a car with lots of trunk space to accommodate your sports gear like golf clubs or hiking equipment.

  • What’s the speed limit in Palm Springs?

    No matter what road you are driving on in California, the maximum speed limit is 65 mph; this includes highways. If you are driving in more residential neighborhoods, the typical speed limit is 25 mph. In more built-up areas such as those with stores and malls, you may be able to drive between speeds of 25 mph and 65 mph. Although it may not be noted, around schools the maximum speed is also 25 mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Palm Springs?

    The city of Palm Springs now has a new downtown parking garage with plenty of parking. Public parking is offered here for a few hours. There is also plenty of parking around if you are willing to walk a few blocks to the main strip or to Palm Canyon Drive.

  • What is the best car hire company in Palm Springs?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Palm Springs are Alamo (8,5, 117 reviews), Hertz (8,0, 94 reviews), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7,1, 125 reviews).

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

    The average price of fuel in Palm Springs is R77,28 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R927 and R1 236, depending on the car size.

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

    Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Palm Springs.

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

    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 Palm Springs?

    An Economy car hire in Palm Springs costs R720 per day, on average.

Palm Springs car rental reviews and directory

Alamo

8,5

Very Good

326 reviews
Best rated

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.2

Value for money

8.5

One location in Palm Springs

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3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 833 659 1910

Monday05:30 - 23:00
Tuesday05:30 - 23:00
Wednesday05:30 - 23:00
Thursday05:30 - 23:00
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10,0 Wonderful

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff at the counter was very friendly and helpful, they just didn’t have very many people working so the line moved a bit slowly.

Cons:

Vehicle had no upgrades whatsoever (no moonroof, no push to start).

8,0 Very Good

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Very efficient desk staff and return process

Cons:

Vehicle was not ready for pickup; waited 40 minutes for it

8,0 Very Good

May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

The reservation agent charged me two extra hours (almost a full day's rate, three hours would have been a full day's rate). I was unaware I was a little more than an hour early, I had made the reservation a month and a half ago. When I noticed the total amount was more than what was on my reservation paperwork I was told it was because I was early. When I said I could go have lunch and come back in an hour the agent replied she's already opened the reservation and couldn't change it now. She said she could only cancel the reservation and that I'd be free to make a new one. This was during the covid car shortage and they were turning away people due to the shortage of cars and the cars that were available were renting at a premium. I know canceling a reservation is not the only option unless it is a new company top down policy.

8,0 Very Good

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The car was an upgrade from what I reserved due to unavailability, and it was a nice car.

Cons:

Someone had smoked in the car and it needs to be cleaned better.

10,0 Wonderful

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Car was clean, process was easy.

2,0 Poor

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Alamo didn’t honor my rental agreement. They were out of cars I had to get a cab- call the next day- they wouldn’t book me a car for my original agreement- I had to rebook for more $$$ and one less day.

1 out of 50

Hertz

8,0

Very Good

176 reviews

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.5

Value for money

7.6

One location in Palm Springs

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3400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 760 778 5100

Monday08:00 - 23:00
Tuesday08:00 - 23:00
Wednesday08:00 - 23:00
Thursday08:00 - 23:00
Friday08:00 - 23:00
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8,0 Very Good

Oct 2022

KAYAK
not very happy with the bill at drop of wasn't expecting more fees

2,0 Poor

Jan 2022

KAYAK
We did not pick up vehicle. It was cancelled and I did get a confirmation that I cancelled it and now am still waiting for a refund. Frusterated to find out who I need to talk to about this refund. My email is mancinimf@hotmail.com please let me know whom I need to talk to.

10,0 Wonderful

Jan 2022

KAYAK
Very efficient.

6,0 Okay

Dec 2022

KAYAK
Car made a lot of noises and didn’t appear to be properly maintained

2,0 Poor

Dec 2021

KAYAK
The process of purchasing through Kayak was simple and convenient. However the service and response from the Hertz "partner" was the complete opposite. I had to cancel the second week of my reservation because of an illness (that turned into the eventual passing of a family member). Hertz was non-responsive to my request for a refund and was even less helpful when I finally submitted supporting documentation at their request. I changed my request for a refund to a credit when I return there in a few months, and my request seemed to vaporize! Deeply disappointed with the Hertz response and will not return to such a heartless organization. To the contrary, my dealings with VRBO over cancelled accommodations (which involved much more significant dollars) cold not have been more empathetic or convenient. Shame on Hertz and way to go VRBO!

10,0 Wonderful

Dec 2021

KAYAK
Nicest customer service reps and best prices.

1 out of 31

Dollar

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.7

Value for money

7.3

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3400 Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 866 434 2226

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8,0 Very Good

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was very friendly and professional. The pick up and drop off were both very quick and easy.

6,0 Okay

Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff were fine, drop off easy

Cons:

We did not get the car we asked for--the alternative was too small for our needs. And, I felt ripped off by all the extra fees, etc. Based on the "advertised" Kayak price, we should have paid much less buying making an advance deposit. The fees drove up the total significantly. Net, most likely will not use a third party again for car rental.

10,0 Wonderful

Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Great experience!

Cons:

N/A

8,0 Very Good

Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The process was pretty smooth and quick.

Cons:

They didn’t have the type of car we reserved (suv) and gave us a 4 door chevy. It fit us fine but wasn’t the size we’d reserved. Also, the car had a big dent and scratch along the back side which looked a little crappy driving it around Palm Springs.

8,0 Very Good

Jan 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly and helpful

8,4 Very Good

Jan 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Counter agent in Palm Springs could have honored the original terms in the reservation from the beginning. The first contract he generated had the price at almost $900, the reservation price was about $398.00. It was corrected when I pointed it out to the guy.

1 out of 21

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.9

Value for money

7.1

2 locations in Palm Springs

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3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 833 445 1511

Monday05:30 - 23:00
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4041 Airport Center Dr

+1 760 327 2699

Monday08:00 - 23:00
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Wednesday08:00 - 23:00
Thursday08:00 - 23:00
Friday08:00 - 23:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00
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2,0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

you all booked me for a place that wasn't even open.

Cons:

Going back to CostcoTravel

10,0 Wonderful

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

everything went well

10,0 Wonderful

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Nice staff, pick up and drop off were very easy.

10,0 Wonderful

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly and helpful staff.

2,0 Poor

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was fine. I thought I had booked a car at the airport as that is what i was looking for but I found it was 2 miles from the airport and I needed to get a cab to get to the airport since I was dropping the car at 4:30 AM or pay a $50 drop off fee. Ridiculous!!!!

Cons:

Make it clear that this is not the in-airport location.

6,0 Okay

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

There were 15 people in line. It took an hour to get to the front. Kayak did not communicate that there are 2 enterprise car rental businesses. I was in line for an hour at the wrong one. The one I was booked to be at was closed (at 12 noon ?) the kind wonan working frantically tried her best to get me a car. The car she gave me was a ‘hot boxed’ camero - smelled like someone just got done getting high. The oil light came on when my 83 year old mom had finally gotten herself into the low riding car. We got out and the nice man who was working helped me and got me a gladiator. The people were great! The process sucked. Thanks for listening.

1 out of 36

Budget

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.4

Value for money

6.9

2 locations in Palm Springs

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3400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 760 778 1956

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650 South Eugene Road

+1 760 325 1584

Monday08:00 - 23:00
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2,0 Poor

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Was not able to rent a car because of requirement for a second form of ID which I was not made aware of, had a very unpleasant experience at the counter as a result.

2,0 Poor

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Car reservation was switched by Budget or Kayak to an off-terminal pickup point without me realizing it. It cost me $33 in round trip Lyft fees to find out that the off-terminal location was closed so had to pay double at the terminal without a reservation...and they had no compact SUV's so I had to take a truck. Not ideal when gas is $6.65 per gallon.

8,0 Very Good

Sep 2022

KAYAK
Could use a larger reception area-cramped if too many people picking up. Fast friendly service.

6,0 Okay

Sep 2022

KAYAK
So, the business closes at 4pm during the week. Due to traffic I did not make it back in time. There is no way to drop the vehicle off after hours, no key Dropbox, everything was completely gated and inaccessible. I certainly hope I am not going to be charged an extra day when I drop it off in the morning!!!

2,0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Car itself

Cons:

Charged us for full tank of gas. NEVER agreed to this. No initials we accepted this. Still won't refund us. HORRIBLE

10,0 Wonderful

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Nothing.

1 out of 58

Avis

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.8

Value for money

6.4

2 locations in Palm Springs

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3400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 760 778 6300

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
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650 South Eugene Road

+1 760 778 6090

Monday08:00 - 23:00
Tuesday08:00 - 23:00
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2,0 Poor

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Ordered a Focus or similiar. Got a 4 wheel drive truck. Shortly after leaving the lot, the needs maintenance light came on. Took it back to lot and said it was fine and had no other car available for me. Poor service on all accounts. I really didn't want to drive a car from Palm Springs to LA with the needs maintanence light on the whole time.

4,0 Mediocre

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

No one was friendly

Cons:

You need to answer from direct facility

2,0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

The front passenger seat belt was cut in half. There was a crack in the windshield and paint damage to car. Really a safety concern overall.

2,0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

location at airport, cheaper off airport no info how to get to off airport site

Cons:

need more staff on check-in,long wait,gas tank not full, filled tank on turn in and was charged for not full tank

2,0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

The man charged me twice as much abd gave me a huge can. He also gave me someone else’s vehicle! It was corrected when we tried to turn in the vehicle

4,0 Mediocre

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

There is no drop off after hours and we were not told that beforehand. We had to call the 800 number and make arrangements to drop off the car at the airport for an additional fee. Also the car was not clean when we picked it up.

1 out of 45

Thrifty

7,8

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.6

Value for money

7.2

One location in Palm Springs

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3400 Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 877 283 0898

Monday08:00 - 23:00
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10,0 Wonderful

Sep 2023

KAYAK
Everything was great

2,0 Poor

Mar 2023

KAYAK
A large amount of unreasonable and undeclared surcharges. Would never rent again with Thrifty.

2,8 Poor

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was ok but your policy lies.

Cons:

Keep it real when it says a rule in the policy they should stick to it

2,0 Poor

Mar 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing. Your information was inaccurate. Was not able to take the car promised to me for not having a major credit care. Then was charged 10 dollars for penalty fee. Incredibly disappointed in customer service and buisness practices. I will never use your services again.

Cons:

Not charging me 10 dollars on a promise of a vehicle you couldnt provide me with.

4,8 Mediocre

Dec 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Why is the price that you pay always more than what is quoted when you book? Seriously why.... Its just so annoying.

Cons:

The price that I was quoted was what I paid. That would be normal...

5,2 Fair

Dec 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly staff but my reservation was screwed and my rate was changed for no reason

Cons:

Should have gotten the reservation correct

1 out of 13

Airport Van

4,9

Mediocre

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One location in Palm Springs

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Easirent

4,7

Mediocre

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Palm Springs International Airport

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National

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3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Ste

+1 833 659 1909

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Eagle Rent A Car

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Palm Springs airport

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Sunnycars

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One location in Palm Springs

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VIPCars Recommendation

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Locations in Palm Springs

3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way Ste 5, Palm Springs, , USA California

+1 914 368 0091

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Zeeba Rent-A-Van

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One location in Palm Springs

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3400 E Tahquitz Canyon Way

+1 800 940 9332

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