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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Cartagena
- Perhaps the best reason to rent a car during your time in Cartagena is the fact that they offer the most efficient means of getting from place to place. This is particularly the case if you want to enjoy some time at the beach. For example, Playa Blanca is just 28.7 km (17.8 miles) away from Cartagena and is a quick and simple trip via car.
- Planning to rent a vehicle during your time in Cartagena? For travelers whose flights are landing at Rafael Núñez International Airport, the hire car desks are located in the National Arrivals Hall.
- It is very common for pedestrians to jaywalk in Cartagena, especially on smaller urban streets and in residential areas. Drivers should make sure to keep their eyes open for jaywalkers, particularly when traffic is moving slowly or when you are in a popular section of town with many pedestrians around. This applies doubly to the old colonial area, as it is one of the tourism hubs in the city.
- Rush hour in Cartagena is moderately serious, especially in central areas of the city. Typically, drivers can expect the morning rush hour to go from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. most mornings, and for the afternoon rush hour to start up shortly after 4:00 p.m. and cool down by around 6:00 or 7:00 p.m. 90A is one of the main roads to dodge during rush hour, especially around Chino, as it can become quite congested and backed up with traffic.
- Book your rental car in Cartagena at least 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy rental cars in Cartagena are around 30% cheaper than other car types, on average
Cartagena car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about renting a car in Cartagena
What type of car is recommended for driving in Cartagena?
Medium to small cars such as SUVs, sedans, and hatchbacks are all great choices for hire car drivers visiting Cartagena. In general, drivers will find that the streets of Cartagena are moderately wide and are well suited for a wide range of vehicles. Parking spaces are also of adequate size and will comfortably fit all but the largest of vehicles. Additionally, petrol is cheap in Cartagena, so if you are driving a less than efficient vehicle it won’t be a financial issue.
What’s the speed limit in Cartagena?
In residential areas of Cartagena the speed limit is 30 km/h (19 mph), while on urban streets the speed limit goes up to 60 km/h (37 mph). Outside of built-up areas, the speed limits start out at 80 km/h (50 mph) and on highways the speed limit goes up to 100 km/h (62 mph), depending on the size of the highway.
Where are the best places to park in Cartagena?
If you are downtown or in the central business district, then parking garages are the best choice. On-street parking spots are sometimes available, but they fill up quickly in busy areas and shouldn’t be depended on. One of the more unique aspects of Colombian cities, including Cartagena, is that parking garages and private parking lots are very common – even in residential areas – so parking is often very plentiful.
How much is the price of fuel in Cartagena?
The average price of fuel in Cartagena is $6.90 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $83 and $110, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Cartagena?
Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Cartagena.
How can I find car hires near me in Cartagena?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Cartagena?
An Economy car hire in Cartagena costs $75 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Cartagena?
An Intermediate car hire in Cartagena costs $75 per day, on average.
How much does a Premium car hire cost in Cartagena?
A Premium car hire in Cartagena costs $273 per day, on average.
Cartagena car rental reviews and directory
Localiza
8.0
Very Good
6 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
9.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Cartagena
Locations in Cartagena
Carrera 3, 70-122, Crespo
+57 1 800 0520001
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8.0 Very Good
Apr 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2023
2.0 Poor
Feb 2024
8.0 Very Good
May 2022
Alamo
6.7
Okay
9 reviewsCleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.9
2 locations in Cartagena
Locations in Cartagena
Oficina Aeropuerto
+57 301 7560313
Oficina Principal Carrerra 2
+57 315 7514050
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9.6 Wonderful
Feb 2017
Pros:
Nice staff, very accommodating.Cons:
Only open from 8 to noon on Sunday.2.0 Poor
Dec 2016
Pros:
The agent at the rental agency was nice.Cons:
When we got off the plane in Cartagena we couldn't find an Alamo Rental agency! So we took a taxi. When we got to the rental agency, they said that they never received a notification of our rental & had no vehicles available. They got on the telephone but couldn't get any resolution. We got a taxi & he was able to find us a rental but the price was very high & the insurance we had purchased was useless.7.6 Good
Nov 2016
Pros:
Price exelent!!!Cons:
Some times delivery service is nesecesary and comfortabble to drop off.. gasoline must be refaund i live extra gasoline and i didnt get any money back!!10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2024
8.0 Very Good
Feb 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
National
6.6
Okay
3 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.6
2 locations in Cartagena
Locations in Cartagena
Oficina Aeropuerto
+57 301 7560313
Oficina Ciudad Carrerra 2
+57 315 7514050
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10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2022
8.0 Very Good
Nov 2021
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
6.0
Okay
2 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
2 locations in Cartagena
Locations in Cartagena
Oficina Aeropuerto
+57 301 7560313
Oficina Ciudad Carrerra 2
+57 315 7514050
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10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2024
Hertz
6.0
Okay
1 reviewCleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in Cartagena
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Carrera 3 #70-122
+57 5 6431894
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Avis
5.4
Fair
24 reviewsCleanliness
5.6
Comfort
5.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.1
Value for money
5.6
2 locations in Cartagena
Locations in Cartagena
Domestic Flights, Local L01-09
+57 1 6291722
Parqueadero De La Costa
+57 316 3431435
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4.0 Mediocre
May 2021
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Yes the staff was friendly however, they had no solution to provide a better vehicle which I had contracted for and I was charged for a lower class vehicle at the same rate I contracted for....the air conditioner did not work most of the time, the windshield wipers were all worn out, the rear seats were broken, etc etc etc. Extremely disappointed that a rental company such as AVIS doesn't have a quality control standard in place at their dealers to provide quality vehicles.Cons:
The entire experience.2.0 Poor
Feb 2021
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There was not reservation the hire company did not even have my booking even though I had reference number6.0 Okay
Feb 2021
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The pic of the car should be the same that we r going to get2.0 Poor
Dec 2020
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I did not like anything. I could not rent the car, and you took 40 dollars from my card, and you have not returned it yet, even though the company sent a message that there were not available cars. Therefore, I want my money back.Cons:
Do not book a car where there is not available one.5.6 Fair
Mar 2018
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Service at the pick up location was courteous and very professional.Cons:
The car was not what we expected as it did not match what we had seen on the internet site. It had no power steering which made it difficult to drive especially in Columbia where everyone drives really aggressively and without obeying any basic rules. Car was over priced.2.0 Poor
Aug 2017
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They stayed open we arrive late (8.58pm when they close at 9pm) due to flight delay.Cons:
The car was a wreck with big scratches all over and it was lacking features which are now common on most cars even the cheapest. Tank wasn't full either. We thought about returning it several times but since it still took us from point A to point B, we preferred spending our time discovering the country instead. However, the drop-off was a nightmare. The employee at Santa Marta came up with new (tiny) scratches in the most random places and made us call the Cartagena office to explain it wasn't our fault. They said they will review all pictures of the car to determine whether it was caused by us with no apologies for the inconvenience. This whole thing took close to an hour, making us rush for our plane. We had substantially better service with Localiza for our rental between Bogota and Medellin, even though they are not international players. Avoid Avis.Budget
3.9
Poor
23 reviewsCleanliness
4.5
Comfort
4.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
3.8
Value for money
3.8
One location in Cartagena
Locations in Cartagena
Aeropuerto Intl Rafael Nunez
+57 317 8654208
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2.4 Poor
Feb 2020
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We called to say We were on the way and they said they didn't have a car for us until 4 o'clock in the afternoon and it was 8 o'clock in the morning Our reservation for pick up That hourCons:
They Not have your car as scheduled4.8 Mediocre
Jan 2020
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They cargue you fo cleaning. I left there 150000 pesos which i never saw back! Never leave cash deposit there!2.0 Poor
Jan 2020
Pros:
N/ACons:
you can start by being consistent in your internaional offers, and services you provide.2.4 Poor
Dec 2019
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First they require a $1000 dollar deposit for your rentalnwhichbisnt stipulated anywhere on the site or after making reservation. 2nd...the car initially had AC and after about an hour after driving off, the air turned off and never turned back on. I was already in route to Barranchila and couldn't turn back. This truly ruined our drive as we had to endure the heat for our extended ride. I returned the car 1 day early and explained to the budget rep the situation and he refused to refund the money for the extra day that I chose to not keep the car. Shady business practices and they forced me to buy the local insurance although I explained to them that my AMEX Platinum covered the insurance. I would never go back to Budget Cartagena. Never ever.Cons:
Get rid of this budget rental office. They run it like a extortionist renegade franchise. Truly making my experience with budget one to never want to rent a car again from. They should redund the day I didn't use the car.6.0 Okay
Dec 2019
Pros:
The priceCons:
Getting a car took 2 hours and the tank only had a 1/8 of a tank of gas.2.0 Poor
Aug 2019
Pros:
N/A because they didn’t have my car upon arrivalCons:
Budget didn’t have my car available upon arrival to the Cartagena airport so we had to find another rental company that cost $300 US dollars instead of the $130 we were expecting to pay. It was a horrible experience.Rent Arte
10.0
Wonderful
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10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Cartagena
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Europcar
4.9
Mediocre
No reviews available
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4.9
Comfort
4.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.6
Value for money
5.2
One location in Cartagena
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Royal Rent-A-Car
2.5
Poor
No reviews available
2 locations in Cartagena
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Cartagena Rafael Nunez airport
+57 5691 1874
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Confort Rent A Car
2.0
Poor
No reviews available
4 locations in Cartagena
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Cartagena Rafael Nunez airport
+57 321 415 3291
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Renta facil
2.0
Poor
No reviews available
One location in Cartagena
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Rafael Nunes Airport Cra. 3 70-122
+57 322 3045674
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Cartagena International Airport
+57 334 170 8243
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3 locations in Cartagena
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Bocagrande Avenida San Martin # 10-60
+57 300 463 6407
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2 locations in Cartagena
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