Cheap Car Rentals in Hilo from $33

Car rentals in Hilo require the renter to be at least 18 years old. Keep in mind, though, that most car rental locations in Hilo will charge an underage driver fee for anyone under the age of 25. If you are renting and you are 21 or older, you will need to have a major credit or debit card in your name. All renters, regardless of age, must have a valid driver’s license with no restrictions. If you are looking for Hilo car rentals and you’re not a US citizen, you will also need to provide your International Driver’s Permit and your valid passport when you pick up your rental.

The rules for driving in Hilo are pretty standard along with the driving rules in the rest of the US. Perhaps the most important thing to note is that it’s illegal to use your cell phone at all while driving. If you need to use your phone, you need to pull over to the side of the road and turn the engine off before using it. Speed limits in Hilo change often, and Hawaii’s speeding penalties are strict, so keep your eye out for signs indicating any change. Seat belts are required for all passengers and children will need to ride in safety seats. It is prohibited to drive under the influence of alcohol and a blood alcohol content of 0.08% is considered a DUI. It is always a good idea to check with Hilo's Department of Motor Vehicles for any recent law changes before your trip.

If you are looking for car rentals in Hilo, you may want to look for an electric car rental, if possible. The gas prices are significantly higher in Hawaii than in the mainland US because of the shipping costs, so if you get an electric car, you’ll save on gas money. Otherwise, you’ll likely want a sedan or a smaller SUV, something fuel-efficient because you’ll be relying on this to get around the island with the lack of public transport. Hilo car rentals like a small sedan will also allow easy parking at the beach or within the downtown area.

Parking your car in Hilo can be somewhat challenging. If you are staying at a hotel, most hotels in the area will provide overnight parking for an additional fee. If you are out and about during the day, there is a lot of metered parking within the city. However, be sure to read all signs posted in your chosen parking area to avoid any mishaps. Many of the attractions you’ll visit, including beaches and national parks, will have their own parking for a small fee, as well.

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $64/day when booking a rental car in Hilo. The best deal a user found was for $32/day from Hertz, booked on Jun. 8.

Dollar is a popular option for travelers looking for car rental in Hilo. You can expect the average cost of rental car to be about $357 per week.

Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Hilo however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

Generally, a month-long car rental in Hilo can be found for about $1,528, with the average price for a rental being around $51 a day. Book with Hertz, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 53% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Hilo.

For a weekend car rental in Hilo, you can expect the average price to be around $99. Usually a Compact rental in Hilo is your cheapest weekend car rental option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car rental types. If you do opt for renting a Compact for July, it will cost approximately $71 per day.