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The Villages car hire information
| Pick-up location | The Villages |
|---|---|
| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 2 |
| Airport locations | 0 |
Cheap car hire in The Villages
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| Compact |
| Intermediate |
| Standard |
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| People carrier |
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in The Villages
- Hiring a vehicle from The Villages car hire will provide you with the flexibility and freedom to visit various places in The Villages, Florida on your own terms. With a hire car, you can conveniently explore The Villages for the numerous amenities available, including golf courses, entertainment venues, town squares, and recreation centres, without relying on schedules by public transport. You can also visit various natural attractions in The Villages, including Lake Griffin State Park and Lake Harris, more accessible by car. You can drive and explore beyond The Village's borders to nearby towns and cities, including Ocala and Mount Dora, for annual festivals and antique shops.
- Several airports serve The Villages, including Orlando Sanford International (SFB) Airport and Orlando International Airport (MCO). In SFB, the car hire counters are in a separate facility, accessible by a shuttle service operating every 10 to 15 minutes outside the airport's terminal. The car hires in The Villages at SFB include Avis, Budget, Hertz, and Enterprise. You will pick the car up at the separate facility's car park. The car hires in The Villages at MCO are also in an independent facility served by 24/7 shuttle buses from Level 1 of terminals A and B. Ensure you have all the necessary documents, including the driving licence and identification documents, to hire a car from The Villages' car hire companies at these airports.
- The Villages has an extensive network of golf cart paths, and the golf carts are common in transportation among the city's residents. Golf carts have the right of way in specific paths; therefore, ensure you yield to them when the designated trails are crossings, and look out for the golf cart crossing signs along the road. The Villages is pedestrian-friendly, so be aware of cyclists and pedestrians, especially near recreational centres, town squares, and shopping centres.
- The Villages experience rush hours during work commutes from 07:00 to 09:00 and 16:00 to 18:00. During the rush hours, you will encounter a larger volume of vehicles, especially on major roads, including Morse Boulevard, County Road 466, and Buena Vista Boulevard. Avoid the major highways, as they experience heavier traffic during rush hours. The Villages experiences hot and humid summers and mild winter seasons. During heavy rain and thunderstorm, road visibility will decrease, so consider hiring a car with good visibility to manoeuvre the roads in those seasons.
- Book your car hire in The Villages at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Supplier choice car hire in The Villages are around -18% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in The Villages
How much is the price of fuel in The Villages?
The average price of fuel in The Villages 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 The Villages?
Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in The Villages.
Which car hire agencies are at Orlando airport (MCO)?
Car hire companies onsite at Orlando airport include Avis, Sonic Car Rental, Budget, Dollar and AZ Car Rental.
How can I find car hires near me in The Villages?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Special car hire cost in The Villages?
A Special car hire in The Villages costs R1 632 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in The Villages?
A Mini car hire in The Villages costs R1 779 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in The Villages?
An Intermediate car hire in The Villages costs R995 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in The Villages, Florida?
When visiting The Villages, consider hiring a compact or mid-size car, as they offer good manoeuvrability for the well-maintained roads. These vehicles also provide comfortable seating and ample boot space for various transportation needs. If you need more cargo space, consider hiring an SUV, which is also a good choice when visiting during heavy rainfall and thunderstorm periods. Since The Villages has increased the use of golf carts, you can also consider hiring a golf cart to navigate the city, as there are designated golf cart paths.
What's the speed limit in The Villages, Florida?
The default speed limit in The Villages is 30 mph in residential areas, 35 mph to 45 mph on main and multi-lane roads, and 20 mph on golf cart paths. Pay attention to construction ones, as they may have reduced speed limits. There are no speed cameras in The Villages; however, ensure safety by driving within the set speed limits. Be extra cautious when driving in residential areas and the golf cart paths, and keep an eye out for speed signage along the roads.
Where are the best places to park in The Villages, Florida?
There are various car parks that you can go to when using car hires in The Village. If you are working on a budget and want to save money on parking, consider car parks in Town Square, recreational entrances, shopping plazas, golf courses, and residential areas, offering free parking spaces. The cost for parking in the Villages is about $4 (£3.09) daily rate and $150 (£115.77) to $300 (£231.54) monthly rate, if you are looking for long-term parking. You can find paid car parks in The Villages Regional Hospital and Event Venues.
The Villages car rental reviews and directory
Hertz
7,5
Good
40 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.4
Value for money
7.7
2 locations in The Villages
Locations in The Villages
8806 Airport Road
+1 352 323 8629
990 Main Street
+1 352 430 1039
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10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
8,0 Very Good
May 2021
Pros:
Pickup and drop off went smoothly. No problems.Cons:
The van was not washed before rental. Windows and mirrors were so dirty, I had to spend 15 minutes cleaning them before I could start my journey.2,0 Poor
Apr 2021
Pros:
The car was excellent. Easy and comfortable drivingCons:
The Hertz office in Lady Lake (The Villages) was a very bad experience. We had to wait for about 1 hr for the understaffed office to clean a car for a person in front of us and to clean our car. Knowing we were coming to pick up the car, it should have been ready! Further, the inside was nice and clean but the outside was very dirty. I paid for a carwash before I left FL. Also, the office was very soiled looking and tacky. The pick up experience was quite annoying.2,0 Poor
Mar 2021
Pros:
NothingCons:
I called the day before and put a reservation in online. I had a family emergency in Alabama and needed to get there as soon as possible. I called before setting the reservation to see if they excepted debit cards they stated yes. The next day I spent 30 dollars on a taxi to get there. When I arrived, I had to wait for 30 more minutes to be told that my credit score was not high enough to rent a car from them. One hundred sixty dollars later, I rented from another company. I will never recommend them to anyone else who has an emergency.2,0 Poor
Jun 2020
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We arrived 12min after the stated time on the reservation and the doors were locked!Cons:
It would've been nice to know that the place closed at 12 and that even though the reservation said to pick up at 12, we should arrive by 11:30. Had to drive an extra hour and a half to get another rental that day and paid $150 more.4,4 Mediocre
Feb 2020
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Cleanliness of car and features of car could have been much better. When I raised these concerns upon return I feel they were brushed off.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7,4
Good
28 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.2
Value for money
7.2
4 locations in The Villages
Locations in The Villages
1076 Lake Sumter Lndg
+1 352 751 2417
1725 Mount Vernon Rd
+1 352 787 1128
4480 Se Maricamp Rd
+1 352 694 4480
4828 Se 102nd Pl
+1 352 694 4480
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10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2024
8,0 Very Good
Apr 2021
Pros:
Staff was great in assisting receiving the carCons:
Make sure to thoroughly clean the car from cigarette smoke (even though people are not supposed to smoke in cars)8,0 Very Good
Mar 2021
Pros:
Yes, pickup was quick and easy.Cons:
No issues at all.3,2 Poor
Oct 2020
Pros:
Pick up was easyCons:
Dropping off wasn’t convenient because of their hours and even though they’re closed Sunday and I dropped off on Sunday they still charged me a full day for Monday.6,8 Okay
Oct 2020
Pros:
Staff was friendly. But pick up process a disaster. The company computer wouldn’t verify my billing address. I had to call my husband at home, find and take pictures of water bill, light bill , email them to company. It took a very long time to get car.10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2017
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Great ServiceThrifty
5,9
Fair
No reviews available
One location in The Villages
Locations in The Villages
990 Main Street
+1 352 430 1039
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No reviews available
Avis
No score available yet
2 locations in The Villages
Locations in The Villages
1506 South Pine Avenue
+1 352 368 1937
2201 Us Highway 441 South
+1 352 315 0278
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2,0 Poor
Apr 2021
Pros:
when i arrived in Ocala to pick up my car i was asked to show two pictured forms of id, i did not fly there so i did not carry my passport and i do not even need one unless i travel out of country. Katie was just doing her job and would not rent to me because your computer requested the 2nd id. i usually use Enterprise to travel, however your rates appeared to be better. i arrived much earlier and returned my car early and was charged over 300 dollars for two days. i called avis and you rerouted me to pick up a car in the ocala airport, the gentleman also has the same request of me to show two form of picture id. he rented to me anyway but gave me a crossover which ate more then half the gas that the ikea would have used. you should have stated that i would need that id, what a stress you caused me to an already stressful time in my life.Cons:
state you might need a second picture id. your prices werent the price you state upon holding your car. i will not use avis if i can help it in the future.2,0 Poor
Mar 2021
Pros:
VERY, VERY BAD experience. Reserved a convertible for 9AM. When we arrived convertible was not available. We were given a DIRTY Dodge Charger. The car was dusty on the outside had not been cleaned or disinfected in the inside. We had to wipe down the seats and steering wheel. This is a pandemic I expected a disinfected car. Car also smelled of cigarette smoke. Why would two grandmothers want a Dodge Charger. We ordered a mustang convertible to enjoy the Florida sun. We are very unhappy. I will tell everyone I know about my BAD experience with Avis/KAYAK.Cons:
The car we ordered (Convertible) should have been at the pick up area. Attendant should have worked with us, we were willing to go to another location for a convertible. He was not helpful Attendant needs customer service training Attendant needs more Avis training. Replacement car was filthy both inside and out. Replacement car needed to be disinfected inside we are in a pandemic Replacement car needed the smell of smoke removed WE ARE NOT HAPPY WITH BOTH AVIS AND KAYAK6,0 Okay
Feb 2021
Pros:
Staff was friendlyCons:
Car had multiple dents, scratches, odor2,0 Poor
Dec 2020
Pros:
Nothing. They didn’t have the vehicle I ordered and tried to get me to take another for more money.9,6 Wonderful
Sep 2020
Pros:
Staff was very nice and made the rental process very easy. Drop off was a breeze.Cons:
The car smelled of smoke when we got it, which really stood out since we aren't smokers. Other than that, vehicle was very clean. We personally bought a Maguires odor bomb and set it off on the car and that got rid of the smoke smell. Overall very happy with the rental.6,0 Okay
Jun 2020
Pros:
The price was right on. Ease of pick and drop off was good.Cons:
We were given a car with a tire that had a known issue of leaking air. This created a situation on our road trip where we needed to swap out the car. The office in Ocala, Florida was disorganized, and the representative at the counter was disinterested. The gentleman in the car area was helpful and kind and filled the tires with air. However, this car should not have been rented out to anyone as there was a known tire leak.Budget
No score available yet
One location in The Villages
Locations in The Villages
2201 Us Highway 441 South
+1 352 787 5555
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10,0 Wonderful
Dec 2020
Pros:
Friendly staff10,0 Wonderful
Jun 2020
Pros:
Staff was great for both pickup and dropoff. Easy, quick, and very happy with the experience. Vehicle was clean and comfortable and exactly what we needed!2,0 Poor
Sep 2018
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I followed the directions in the message sent to my iPhone calendar from budget or kayak, I don’t know exactly where it came from but it directed me to return the car between 12 and 1 on September 10. So I pull up at 12:30 on September 9 trying to save a days fees which the girl in Leesburg told me was not going to happen. She told me to bring it back at the same time the next day.so I go rolling in at 12:30 on the 10th, the guy there had been there on the 9th but the nice girl wasn’t there. He didn’t seem to care for me too much, he took the keys moved the vehicle came back in and took my paperwork closed out the rental and then said you’re late so I’ve added 57.00 dollars to your bill. After some brief dialogue I realized I was getting nowhere with him so I left10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2018
Pros:
Fast friendly service!10,0 Wonderful
Sep 2017
Pros:
Everybody was a joy to work with and made my traveling a lot more fun.8,0 Very Good
Feb 2017
Pros:
car was greatCons:
they charged me 26.. 00 for tolls when i had the car placed on my epass for florida...double charged...BAD