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Cheap SUV Hire in Kailua-Kona
| Full-size SUV | $150/day |
| Intermediate SUV | $91/day |
| Premium SUV | $119/day |
| Standard SUV | $133/day |
Top Tips for Hiring an SUV in Kailua-Kona
- Driving Kailua-Kona SUV rentals is a breathtaking and fantastic way to explore this coastal city on the western shores of the Big Island of Hawaii. In an SUV, you can drive around in cool comfort, exploring the rich and storied history of the city and its Hawaiian royal legacy. You can also explore the island, driving along coastal roads, into mountains to see volcanoes, and through jungle landscapes. In an SUV, you and your friends or family will have plenty of room for recreational equipment, picnic supplies, beach paraphernalia, and all the souvenirs you desire.
- For those interested in securing Kailua-Kona SUV rentals on the Big island, you should mention any add-ons that you want when you make your reservation. If you would like a GPS navigation device for hands-free help getting around the island or an appropriately sized child safety seat for your daughter or son, mentioning these items when you make your reservation will help ensure that the car rental agency has them available when you arrive to collect your vehicle.
- Many car rental agencies will not allow Kailua-Kona SUV rentals off the lot unless you either purchase agency insurance or show them proof that your own insurance will cover the vehicle. If you intend to forgo car rental agency insurance, play it safe and bring either screenshots or photocopies of the insurance policy you intend to use to cover the SUV. Specifically, copy the paragraphs showing that Kailua-Kona SUV rentals will be covered.
- For those making reservations for Kailua-Kona SUV rentals, consider joining the car rental agency’s rewards program if you are not already a member. Not only can you accrue points for future benefits, but you can enjoy perks that can help expedite the car rental process in Kailua-Kona. Rewards programs such as Avis Preferred, Budget Fastbreak, and Alamo Victory often allow you to fill out all your paperwork online, join a shorter line at the car rental agency, or skip the line altogether. Joining these programs is usually free, so you have nothing to lose and benefits to enhance your vacation to gain.
- 25% of our users found an SUV hire in Kailua-Kona for $203 or less
- Book your SUV hire in Kailua-Kona at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- April is typically the cheapest month to hire an SUV in Kailua-Kona, with prices around $80 per day. The most expensive month is December, with average prices of $107 per day.
FAQs About Hiring an SUV in Kailua-Kona
What's the minimum age for securing Kailua-Kona SUV rentals?
In Hawaii, you must be at least 18 years old to rent a car. However, individual car rental agencies can set that limit higher if they choose to. Some rental car agencies set the limit at 21. Regardless of how low the limit is, chances are that the car rental agency will charge you an additional daily fee for being a young renter if you are younger than 25 years old. If You are under 25, and you are interested in Kailua-Kona SUV rentals, research local agencies to find the most economical choice for someone your age.
Are Kailua-Kona SUV rentals available at the airport?
Situated just 8 miles north of Kailua-Kona, the Kona International Airport (KOA) makes an ideal location for securing Kailua-Kona SUV rentals. At the arrivals curb, you can board a free shuttle to the nearby car rental agency, where you can find a number of companies that have Kailua-Kona SUV rentals in their fleets. You can rent from agencies such as Alamo, Hertz, Budget, Payless, Thrifty, Dollar, Avis, National, and Enterprise.
What documents do I need to secure an SUV rental in Kailua-Kona?
In order to rent an SUV in Kailua Kona, you need to present a valid and current U.S. driver's license. Any additional drivers must present their driver's licenses as well. If you are the renter, you must also have a credit card in your own name in order to leave a deposit on the vehicle. Most car rental agencies in Kailua-Kona don't allow you to make the deposit with a debit card, but if they do, they will take the money out of your bank account via your debit card and return it to you once you have returned the vehicle undamaged.
How does KAYAK find such low SUV hire prices?
KAYAK compares SUV hire prices from all major car hire companies such as Thrifty, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, Payless and more to find you the best deal.
How much does an SUV hire cost in Kailua-Kona?
On average an SUV hire in Kailua-Kona costs $203 per day.
How much does it cost to hire an SUV for a week in Kailua-Kona?
On average an SUV in Kailua-Kona costs $1,424 per week ($203 per day) to hire.
How much does it cost to hire an SUV long term for a month in Kailua-Kona?
On average an SUV in Kailua-Kona costs $6,102 per month ($1,424 per week) to hire.
Kailua-Kona SUV Hire Company Reviews
Alamo
9.0
Wonderful
269 reviewsCleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.0
Value for money
8.7
One location in Kailua-Kona
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4.0 Mediocre
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
Pros:
Super friendly and helpful.10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
Pros:
Friendly staff. Great priceCons:
Quality of the car10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
Pros:
Yes very fast and efficientCons:
The price $$2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
Pros:
the car was easy to driveCons:
Horrible experience at pick-up. Had to wait for over an hour to get a car, sitting on the pavement. Alamo did not have the cars to cover the reservations. Manager gave me, and others, a free tank of gas (by telling us to return the cars without filling up the gas tank) as an apology for the mess at pick-up. That was considerate, but, when i dropped the car off i was given no receipt from Alamo. When i checked my credit card statement, I saw that Alamo had charged me nearly $70 more than the rental agreement. Clearly, that was for filling up the gas tank that I was told to return empty as a courtesy. I sent Alamo an email two days ago about this. NO response so far.4.0 Mediocre
Mar 2021
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One hour to get the car, and not what I wantedEnterprise Rent-A-Car
8.6
Very Good
146 reviewsCleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
8.2
2 locations in Kailua-Kona
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1.9 Poor
Jun 2021
8.0 Very Good
Jun 2021
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Staff was friendly, very clear about the pickup and dropoff process, even though I didn't pick up my car from Enterprise (per instructions from the rental agency)Cons:
I wish they'd had the car I'd reserved ready. Originally they tried pushing a crossover on me and even the car I got was not the one I reserved. Given how expensive gas is in Hawaii, I reserved a compact on purpose, and was disappointed to not receive one.10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
Pros:
Yes they wereCons:
The truck was not as clean as I would have expected. Vehicles are in short supply so I get that maybe some shortcuts were taken.10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
Pros:
The staff was friendly. Told me to take a photo of some scratches and mention at check out. I did this. No problem. Got an upgraded car that I really liked - Nissan RougeCons:
Had no problems10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Very roomy for my familyCons:
Car could have used some air freshener, it was musty.8.0 Very Good
Dec 2020
Pros:
Helpful staff and a spotless interior of the car. The line moved quickly once we got moving, and the car worked great with great gas mileage.Cons:
It was booked for enterprise which was actually closed and all joined the same office at budget. None of the airport shuttles show that logo, but a few had the noted of enterprise on the doors.Hertz
7.6
Good
453 reviewsCleanliness
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
7.4
3 locations in Kailua-Kona
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4.0 Mediocre
Nov 2023
8.0 Very Good
Oct 2022
2.0 Poor
Jan 2022
8.0 Very Good
Jan 2022
2.0 Poor
Jan 2022
8.0 Very Good
Jan 2022
Budget
7.5
Good
164 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
7.1
One location in Kailua-Kona
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10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2024
2.0 Poor
Mar 2024
2.0 Poor
Mar 2024
8.0 Very Good
Mar 2024
2.0 Poor
Dec 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2023
Payless
7.5
Good
118 reviewsCleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.4
One location in Kailua-Kona
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8.0 Very Good
Mar 2024
4.0 Mediocre
Oct 2023
8.0 Very Good
May 2021
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The cost of the rental reported by Payless was less than what we paid Priceline.2.0 Poor
May 2021
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30 minute wait to get our car. Car was dirty and in terrible shape10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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The staff was so nice and friendly. I had to wait about 5 minutes before I spoke to an agent which was fine. Then we had about a 8 minute wait till the car arrived. It was clean and good for us.Cons:
I’m not sure I agree with the “film the car as insurance that you got it in this condition”. In Maui I had a real person with a different company and I like that more.8.0 Very Good
Apr 2021
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Clean, good-working car. Drop off was easy and quick.Cons:
Picking up the car took over an hour. The staff was friendly but did not seem very concerned about getting people taken care of in a timely manner.Thrifty
6.8
Okay
229 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.4
Value for money
6.6
2 locations in Kailua-Kona
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2.0 Poor
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2023
6.0 Okay
Oct 2023
6.0 Okay
May 2021
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They were friendly as they could be. I tried to keep clean but Hawaii has alot of sand!!Cons:
I had to wait for almost 2 hours to get the vehichle, it was not a 4x4, they did offer to change but after waiting I wasn't in the mood. Gas was only 1/4 tank full had to fill up the next morning and last to days change oil light came on.4.0 Mediocre
May 2021
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Got a Nissan Rogue at a compact car rate, which was OK, but a second driver wasn't included without an additional $13 per day charge, and car was expensive to begin with. Had to go off-airport, or rate would have been even higher. Not convenient.10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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The staff were very helpful and friendly. I had to modify the contract in the middle, and they gave me the same rate and was very flexible.Cons:
The car interior could have been cleaner.Dollar
6.4
Okay
352 reviewsCleanliness
7.2
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.4
Value for money
6.3
3 locations in Kailua-Kona
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8.0 Very Good
Apr 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2024
2.0 Poor
Dec 2023
4.0 Mediocre
Dec 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2023
6.0 Okay
Sep 2023
National
8.7
Very Good
54 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.8
Value for money
8.1
One location in Kailua-Kona
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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They just rented me a car without giving me the whole rental car thing10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Staff was friendly and helpful. We were having to wait a long time while they cleaned a recent return that was supposed to be ours so they just gave us a larger SUV that was already cleaned and ready to go at no additional cost.8.0 Very Good
May 2021
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5 of the 6 previous categories should be excellent instead of good. the excellent button didn't work as a choiceCons:
the only drawback was the inside windshield was pretty bad. Not washed very well.4.0 Mediocre
May 2021
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Nice vehicleCons:
Check in process and price8.0 Very Good
May 2021
Pros:
Very easy pick up and return.Cons:
The key fob to our Jeep ran out of batteries on the 2nd day. As a result, had to get the car towed and exchange the car. While that process was fairly smooth, it effectively blew the entire morning. At the counter, the agent told me that the Jeep's key batteries commonly run out after 4 months. He also told us the trick on how to get the Jeep started again. Had we known, it would have saved the hassle of the tow.6.0 Okay
Apr 2021
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Rental car prices are through the roof right now. Takes a big bite out of your fun budgetAvis
6.7
Okay
37 reviewsCleanliness
6.9
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.7
One location in Kailua-Kona
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2.0 Poor
Feb 2024
2.0 Poor
Jan 2024
2.0 Poor
Sep 2023
10.0 Wonderful
May 2019
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Fast car checkout and genuinely friendly staff10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2019
Pros:
Easy to pick up and returnCons:
All was good4.8 Mediocre
Oct 2018
Pros:
Easy and efficient drop offCons:
I paid for insurance when booking through KAYAK and was then told there was no insurance on the car. This was an unpleasant surprise after a flight. Travelling with a baby (after a flight) I didn’t have the luxury of time to go through emails and booking details to find out where the confusion (or dishonesty) was. Turned out I bought separate insurance not linked to Avis and the car through KAYAK. So I ended up paying twice and the overall deal was a lot more expensive than it should have been. The Avis attendant also wouldn’t stop chatting unnecessarily so I couldn’t concentrate on the business of getting the car asap and my family to our accommodation. The car was OK but not clean enough but I guess acceptable for a rental.Sixt
8.1
Very Good
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One location in Kailua-Kona
Easirent
4.6
Mediocre
No reviews available
One location in Kailua-Kona
Sunnycars
No score available yet
2 locations in Kailua-Kona
One location in Kailua-Kona
Locations in Kailua-Kona
73-193 A'ulepe Street, Keahole-Kona Airport, Kailua Kona, , USA Hawaii
+1 914 368 0091
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Kailua-Kona SUV Hire Information
| Pick-up location | Kailua-Kona |
|---|---|
| Car types | SUV |
| Hire locations | 7 |
| Airport locations | 6 |
| Popular agencies | Avis, Alamo, Dollar, Thrifty, Hertz |