The Lakes Cheap Car Rentals & Car Hire Deals

Car rentals in The Lakes had a low daily rate of just AU$75 within the past seven days. At prices like this, you’ll be zipping around in a snazzy ride with cash to spare.

We all have times when plans are turned on their head. That’s why we provide your money back on many prepaid bookings if you cancel six hours in advance of pickup. Be sure to double-check your policy — in some cases it’s not an option. Can’t find the details there? Our Customer Service Portal has more useful information.

Busy city streets and tight parking spots are no sweat for an economy car — the most popular home type in The Lakes. Jump behind the wheel of one of these and manoeuvre around traffic effortlessly. Affordable, reliable and with terrific mileage, these small rides pack a punch. But The Lakes can be explored in almost any sort of home you like. Compacts, SUVs and full-size vehicles are some other options to choose from.

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The minimum age to rent a car in The Lakes is 21. An extra fee for young drivers generally applies, so check before you book and factor in any extra costs. There could also be restrictions on the categories of vehicles that can be rented by young drivers. For instance, some companies will only rent out economy to medium-sized cars to young motorists. Rules may differ between outlets, so read the fine print.

While rules may differ between rental car outlets, the basics are a valid driver’s license and a credit card in your name. You don’t need to take out the company’s auto insurance. However, proof of your own coverage may be required.

Yes, and the wonderful news is providers often offer lower rates the longer you rent. Look through our long-term car rental deals in The Lakes and drive away with a real bargain.

Age policies differ between holiday home companies, so you’ll have to do a bit of shopping around. Found a The Lakes supplier that does rent to drivers under 25? Terrific! Just keep in mind that some companies charge extra fees to drivers aged between 21 and 24. The terms and conditions of each holiday home car you’re interested in should have all the details you need.

If you don’t have a driver’s license issued in the United States, you may be required to organise an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your home country before renting a car. If you find that an IDP is required for you to drive in the U.S, be aware that you’ll also have to show your valid driver’s license and your passport or other form of ID. Lastly, the credit card used to rent the car needs to match the name on your license and passport in order to finalize your car rental. Other things you should know about renting a car in the U.S. Are:

• Age restrictions: You’ll need to be 25 in many states in order to rent a car, although in some areas, 21 years and older is allowed. We recommend checking local regulations, as well as the car rental website before your trip to understand additional terms and conditions.
• Driving limitations: Be sure to read the fine print before you drive off the lot so you can avoid any unnecessary fees. When renting a car in the U.S, you usually can’t cross country borders into Mexico or Canada, drive onto ferries or traverse certain types of rugged terrain with your home vehicle. We recommend reading all the rules and regulations before booking!