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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Ilhéus
- If you want to make the most of your holiday, booking car hire in Ilhéus is the way to go. You won't have to deal with bus or train stops, and you won't have to plan your activities around public transport schedules and routes. Ilhéus is a great starting point from which to explore the coastal region of Bahia in Brazil. You can take day trips to resorts like Itacaré, popular for its beaches. Or visit the Eco Village and Retreat Centre in nearby Piracanga.
- Your flight will land at Jorge Amado Airport (IOS), and if you book car hire in Ilhéus here, it's only about a 3-minute drive to the centre of the city. It's a small airport that hosts a few major international hire car companies, plus some local ones. You'll find them on the small feeder roads outside the terminal building. Just walk through the exit and scan around in front of you for the signage of your chosen company.
- There are only a few things to note when you organise car hire in Ilhéus. It's one of the largest cities in the Bahia region, so traffic can be quite hectic. Add many pedestrians and locals commuting on bicycles, and you have a situation where you need to drive cautiously all the time. The driving style is laid-back, but always be watchful for drivers ignoring the rules of the road.
- One of the difficulties of driving in Ilhéus is that the road surfaces can be quite uneven. It's recommended that you don't hire a car with low ground clearance for this reason. Watch out for potholes too, and drive slowly and carefully when you turn into driveways, which often have steep entrances that can scrape your bumpers. You may also be surprised at how busy the traffic is all the time, due to the combination of the city's size and the tourist numbers.
- Book your rental car in Ilhéus at least 3 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact rental cars in Ilhéus are around 52% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Ilhéus
How much is the price of fuel in Ilhéus?
The average price of fuel in Ilhéus is $7.18 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $86 and $115, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Ilhéus?
Compact (Chevrolet Prisma or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Ilhéus.
How can I find car hires near me in Ilhéus?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Ilhéus?
A Compact car hire in Ilhéus costs $22 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Ilhéus?
An Economy car hire in Ilhéus costs $37 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Ilhéus?
A Standard car hire in Ilhéus costs $37 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Ilhéus?
Due to the sometimes rough and unpredictable road surfaces, it's best to go for a vehicle with more ground clearance when choosing your Ilhéus car hire model. Get something like a small SUV or a cross hatchback if you're alone or with one other person, and a proper SUV if you're with a group of friends or your family. As tempting as it might be, don't hire a luxury sedan or a sports car, as you won't get the chance to derive much satisfaction from them on these roads. One last thing to bear in mind, is that you'll drive on the unfamiliar right-hand side of the road.
What's the speed limit in Ilhéus?
The speed limit in the built-up areas of Ilhéus is 50 km/h (about 31 mph). Further out than that, you can drive at up to 80 km/h (about 50 mph) on streets that are larger and don't have much pedestrian or bicycle traffic. Once on the highway, you can travel at either 110 km/h (about 68 mph) or 120 km/h (about 75 mph). Keep a look-out for the signs. This may be a holiday city, but there are plenty of speed cameras around, so don't take any chances.
Where are the best places to park in Ilhéus?
There are a few car parks in central Ilhéus, and some of them are free of charge. Estaciomento Car Park on Praça Rui Barbosa is one. There's also the Movida Car Park on R. Demosthenes Berbert de Castro Road. Otherwise, you can park at Los Car Park on R, David Maia. To the north of the city, you'll find Canal dos Jogos Car Park, with Park Mania a little further from the city centre, across the Rio Cachoeira River that separates it from the outer suburbs.
Ilhéus car rental reviews and directory
Hertz
8.4
Very Good
No reviews available
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.5
2 locations in Ilhéus
Alamo
8.2
Very Good
No reviews available
Cleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.8
Value for money
7.6
One location in Ilhéus
Localiza
6.0
Okay
No reviews available
Cleanliness
6.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.0
Value for money
6.0
2 locations in Ilhéus
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10.0
Wonderful
No reviews available
One location in Ilhéus
MOVIDA
10.0
Wonderful
No reviews available
One location in Ilhéus
Unidas
8.0
Very Good
No reviews available
3 locations in Ilhéus
National
6.8
Okay
No reviews available
One location in Ilhéus
Firefly
4.8
Mediocre
No reviews available
One location in Ilhéus
Sixt
No score available yet
One location in Ilhéus
Sunnycars
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One location in Ilhéus
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