in costa rica

car rental

all your questions answered

renting a car is the best way to get around the country easily and with flexibility

Q: WHAT IS THE BEST CAR RENTAL COMPANY IN COSTA RICA?

A: We're loyal to Adobe Rent-a-Car. They are a local company that has great customer service, full transparency on rates, new vehicles, and more!

Q: IS RENTING A CAR IN COSTA RICA EXPENSIVE?

A: Yes, it is expensive (in my opinion). This is because of the mandatory insurance fees. However, it is the most convenient way to get around.

Q: SHOULD I RENT A 4 WHEEL DRIVE?

A: For most popular destinations it is not necessary to rent a 4 wheel drive vehicle, but an SUV is always helpful.

See? Most roads are decent.

Q: CAN I PICK MY CAR UP FROM THE AIRPORT?

A: Adobe has an office conveniently located near the San Jose & Liberia airports. They provide free shuttle service to and from the airport.

Q: IS RENTAL CAR INSURANCE REQUIRED IN COSTA RICA?

A: Yes, there are two mandatory rental car insurances in Costa Rica. These are Liability Protection and Car Protection.

Q: WHAT DOCUMENTS DO I NEED TO CARRY WITH ME?

A: Always have your driver’s license, passport, and car rental agreement.

Q: WHAT IS THE BEST GPS APP?

A: The best app, hands down, is Waze. Waze is a free app that most everyone in the country uses.

Driving is fun in  Costa Rica!

Q: IS COSTA RICA FULL SERVICE OR SELF SERVICE?

A: All gas stations in Costa Rica are full service. That means you need to stay in your car while an attendant fills your tank with gasoline.

Q: WHAT IS THE DEPOSIT FOR A CAR IN COSTA RICA?

A: With Adobe you will pay a $1,000 deposit. This is standard in Costa Rica, but we have heard of some companies charging more like $2,000.

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