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San Sebastian car hire information
| Pick-up location | San Sebastian |
|---|---|
| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 26 |
| Airport locations | 9 |
Cheap car hire in San Sebastian
| Mini |
| Economy |
| Compact |
| Intermediate |
| Standard |
| Full-size |
| Luxury |
| People carrier |
| Passenger van |
| SUV |
| Commercial |
| Pick-up truck |
KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in San Sebastian
- Visitors to San Sebastian are highly advised to rent a car during their time there so they can take full advantage of what the city and country as a whole have to offer. There are many wonderful sights and towns to visit all within a short drive of the city such as up the coast from San Sebastian at just 50 kilometers (31 miles) away. And even closer there is Hondarribia, at just 23 kilometers (14 miles) away.
- Travelers arriving at San Sebastian Airport will find that the hire car counters are located within the terminal’s Arrivals Hall. Simply follow the signs and you should have no trouble finding it.
- One thing to keep in mind when driving in San Sebastian, and throughout Spain, is that it is prohibited to talk on the phone when driving unless the phone is hands-free. Additionally, it is also illegal to text and drive, even if you are stopped at a traffic light. So play it safe and leave any phone operating to your passengers, especially when it comes to navigating.
- San Sebastian, while not featuring the most serious traffic during rush hour, does have a minor amount of congestion during the work week. In general, drivers can expect rush hour to start up at around 7:00 a.m. and to cool down by around 9:00 a.m., while in the afternoon it picks up at around 4:30 p.m. and finishes just around 7:00 p.m. Askatasunaren Hiribidea and Ategorrieta Hiribidea are two of the main roads that drivers will want to avoid during peak hours, as both often get quite congested.
- Book your car hire in San Sebastian at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini car hire in San Sebastian are around -93% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in San Sebastian
What type of car is recommended for driving in San Sebastian?
Due to the many narrow, winding streets in San Sebastian, smaller vehicles are highly recommended. Visitors renting a car in San Sebastian will find that a smaller car will make finding parking, in particular, a much easier task to accomplish. Additionally, small cars are the norm in Spain, so if you plan on visiting other cities in the country, a compact car will certainly be the best choice.
What’s the speed limit in San Sebastian?
Roads in built-up and residential areas in San Sebastian generally have speed limits of 50 km/h (31 mph), while outside of such areas the speed limit jumps up to 100 km/h (62 mph) for regular vehicles. On highways and motorways, on the other hand, the speed limit tops out at 120 km/h (74 mph).
Where are the best places to park in San Sebastian?
Parking in San Sebastian is not too difficult to find except in the historic centers of town. In those areas streetside parking is very scarce and difficult to find. The best option for drivers parking in those areas is to take advantage of one of the various parking garages nearby and then to go out on foot and use public transport from there. Residential areas outside of the town center do have plenty of streetside parking, though, so this is often is the main go-to option.
How much is the price of fuel in San Sebastian?
The average price of fuel in San Sebastian is R128,31 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 540 and R2 053, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in San Sebastian?
Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in San Sebastian.
How can I find car hires near me in San Sebastian?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in San Sebastian?
A Mini car hire in San Sebastian costs R1 362 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in San Sebastian?
An Economy car hire in San Sebastian costs R705 per day, on average.
San Sebastian car rental reviews and directory
Budget
8,5
Very Good
9 reviewsCleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.4
Value for money
9.2
2 locations in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
Budget San Sebastian Apt
+34 943 66 85 48
Federico Garcia Lorca1 Planta0
+34 943 46 15 56
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10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
6,0 Okay
May 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2023
2,0 Poor
Aug 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Nov 2021
Hertz
8,2
Very Good
11 reviewsCleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
7.0
3 locations in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
C/ Republica Argentina 4
+34 943 39 22 23
Fuenterrabia Airport
+34 943 66 85 66
Travesia De Garbera 1
+34 943 39 22 23
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10,0 Wonderful
Jun 2018
Pros:
Quick prompt serviceCons:
Location could have been more central9,2 Wonderful
Sep 2017
Pros:
Very polite, professional and organized. I would use them again.10,0 Wonderful
Sep 2017
Pros:
Efficient, friendly customer service. Car was good. overall, great experience.Cons:
None10,0 Wonderful
Jul 2023
Avis
8,1
Very Good
5 reviewsCleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.5
Value for money
7.5
2 locations in San Sebastian
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5,2 Fair
Oct 2019
Pros:
The car was great and available for us at the airport.Cons:
The counter was very slow. It took 45 minutes in the line with 2 customers. Checkin could have been a lot better. Also they told us we can fill up gas at airport station when we return the car. When we got there to return car- the gas station was closed.9,2 Wonderful
May 2018
Pros:
I was impressed by the friendly and professional attitude of the AVIS staff at both pickup and drop off They were very enjoyable to work with. It was the best car rental experience I have ever had.Cons:
Everything was excellent.4,0 Mediocre
Oct 2016
Pros:
Nothing at allCons:
The service person at San Sebastian airport kept on breaking off while she was servicing me so she can attend to other guests who were waiting in line. She was curt. She was not respectful at all. She did not help me with directions at all. She gave me rental car that was far from satisfactory (Citroen).Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7,3
Good
6 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.3
2 locations in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
10 Gregorio Ordonez Kalea
+34 943 46 30 13
Aeropuerto De San Sebastian
+34 943 988 008
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10,0 Wonderful
May 2023
2,0 Poor
May 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Jun 2022
1,9 Poor
Aug 2021
Sixt
6,8
Okay
10 reviewsCleanliness
6.8
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.8
Value for money
6.8
One location in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
Avda. Zurriola 1, Local 9
+34 871 18 01 92
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4,0 Mediocre
Jul 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Jun 2018
Pros:
Easy pick up and drop off. Great service.Cons:
Maybe include a map of the area, including highways leading out of town. I overheard 2 people, plus myself, asking for directions before getting into the car.4,4 Mediocre
May 2018
Pros:
Car was goodCons:
Customer service was poor, only one person for everyone and very slow4,0 Mediocre
Sep 2016
Cons:
We waited for over an hour for our car to be ready. The manager was nice, but did nothing for our inconvenience.10,0 Wonderful
Jul 2016
Pros:
Kayak showed an image of the van I was renting, which was a 9 passenger van. However, upon arrival all Sixt had to offer was a small van that could not accommodate six people. We had to spend twice the money and rent another car so we could all fit. We had to pay twice the gas and tolls.10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2023
Thrifty
8,0
Very Good
No reviews available
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
2 locations in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
Fuenterrabia Airport
+34 943 66 85 66
Travesia De Garbera 1
+34 943 39 22 23
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No reviews available
Dollar
7,5
Good
No reviews available
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.5
Value for money
7.0
2 locations in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
Fuenterrabia Airport
+34 943 66 85 66
Travesia De Garbera 1
+34 943 39 22 23
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No reviews available
Europcar
6,0
Okay
No reviews available
Cleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
Plaza Irun 6 Centro Comercial Arcco
+34 664 09 13 28
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Sunnycars
6,0
Okay
No reviews available
4 locations in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
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FLIZZR
8,2
Very Good
No reviews available
One location in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
Zurriola Hiribidea
+34 902 49 16 16
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No reviews available
Ecovia
6,3
Okay
No reviews available
One location in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
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Free2Move
No score available yet
One location in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
23, Portuetxe Kalea
+34 943 17 62 60
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No reviews available
One location in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
Plaza Irun 6 Centro Comercial Arcco Nivel -2
+34 943 322 304
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No reviews available
One location in San Sebastian
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One location in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
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One location in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
Aeropuerto De San Sebastián, Hondarribia, Gipuzkoa
+34 617 95 30 01
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Car hire locations in or near San Sebastian
Good to know
Most popular car type | Mini |
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