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Top Tips for Hiring a Luxury Car in San Francisco
- San Francisco is a definite bucket list destination. Each separate neighbourhood has its own unique characteristics. When searching for San Francisco luxury car hire, you should have one thing in mind – driving over the Golden Gate Bridge with the music playing loud. San Francisco is known for its very steep hills and sometimes small roads, and the inner city can get very congested, so when choosing what brand luxury car you hire, make sure it comes with an automatic transmission. You don’t want to be changing gears if you’re stuck in traffic on a hill.
- You are literally spoiled for choice when it comes to a luxury car hire in San Francisco but if you’re looking for convenience, the best bet is to hire your car from San Francisco Airport. Here you can choose from top car rental companies all situated right at the airport. Once you arrive at the airport terminals you catch the blue line on the air train, which will take you directly to the rental car centre.
- San Francisco is a truly cosmopolitan city filled with business people, artists, hippies and thousands of tourists. When you pick up your luxury car hire in San Francisco make a road map of places you should visit but also be aware there are areas you should try to avoid. Some areas are not as safe as you might think and to avoid any issues in your luxury car stay away from areas like The Tenderloin, Golden Gate Park, Bayview and Hunters Point. Keep in mind that the neighbourhood scenery can also change dramatically after nightfall.
- Driving in a new city always comes with a bit of getting used to, so brush up on some tips before you get your San Francisco luxury car hire. Peak times are a nightmare so try avoid driving in these times. If you want to drive over the Golden Gate try wake up as early as you can to avoid the tourists. If you find a parking on steep hill you are going to have to curb your wheels in case of your car rolling down the hill. Pedestrians have the right of way in San Francisco even if your crossing is not marked. There are a lot of one-way streets in this city, so watch the road signs. Buckle up and enjoy the ride.
- 25% of our users found a luxury car hire in San Francisco for $220 or less
- Book your luxury car hire in San Francisco at least 2 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- January is typically the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in San Francisco, with prices around $56 per day. The most expensive month is July, with average prices of $84 per day.
FAQs About Hiring a Luxury Car in San Francisco
What are the best car rental companies for a luxury car hire in San Francisco?
Depending on what sort of car you are looking for, Alamo has been rated very high on the list as experts in luxury and comfort. However, every car rental company will have different options in their luxury fleet so take some when booking through KAYAK and find the best car for you. You can choose from a range of cars like Porsche Panamera, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes Benz S Class and more.
What documentation do I need for a luxury car hire in San Francisco?
When booking through KAYAK you will get a list of required documents from your chosen rental company, but there are certain basics. A valid driver’s license or international driver’s license, a credit card for insurance purposes and you have to be within the age limit of over 21 and under 70. Each car company might have differing rules, so check the facts.
What are the best neighbourhoods to visit in San Francisco?
As San Francisco symbolises peace, love and understanding, you are going to want to make the most of your trip and your San Francisco luxury car hire, so make sure you don’t miss a visit to these places. You have to take a walk down Fisherman’s Wharf and order yourself some clam chowder. Book in advance and take a ferry to the famous Alcatraz prison. Get your fabulous clothes on and visit Castro, famed for being very LGBTQ loving and home to gay rights activist Harvey Milk. Take a walk down the strip at Haight-Ashbury, the actual destination of the ‘summer of love’. Last but not least, drive your luxury car to a good viewpoint and take a selfie with your BMW in the background.
How does KAYAK find such low luxury car hire prices?
KAYAK compares luxury car 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 a luxury car hire cost in San Francisco?
On average a luxury car hire in San Francisco costs $220 per day.
How much does it cost to hire a luxury car for a week in San Francisco?
On average a luxury car in San Francisco costs $1,541 per week ($220 per day) to hire.
How much does it cost to hire a luxury car long term for a month in San Francisco?
On average a luxury car in San Francisco costs $6,605 per month ($1,541 per week) to hire.
San Francisco Luxury Car Hire Company Reviews
Alamo
8.9
Very Good
129 reviewsCleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.8
Value for money
8.5
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Jul 2024
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10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
8.0 Very Good
Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.4
Very Good
104 reviewsCleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
8.2
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May 2021
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All the staff I encountered were friendly and helpful.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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First car's media center wasnt working so they switched us to a comparable car.10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2021
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The staff were extremely helpful. I ended up changing my reservation to an earlier time with no cost, then was unable to make it in that early due to unexpected circumstances. They ended up adjusting it so I could bring it back later on my return date, which they didn’t have to do. Staff is very friendly and laid back. Will definitely come back to this location.Cons:
Nothing10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2020
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The staff was excellent, extra efficient and professional. The cars they have in their fleet are top notch. Ill be sticking with Enterprise in the future.Cons:
Nothing10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2020
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Excellent experienceSixt
7.5
Good
207 reviewsCleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.5
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10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
2.0 Poor
Dec 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
8.0 Very Good
Sept 2023
Budget
7.4
Good
211 reviewsCleanliness
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.5
Value for money
7.0
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10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2024
6.0 Okay
Jun 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2024
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May 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2024
8.0 Very Good
Apr 2024
Hertz
6.4
Okay
202 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.3
Value for money
6.3
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2.0 Poor
Jul 2024
8.0 Very Good
May 2024
4.0 Mediocre
May 2024
6.0 Okay
May 2024
2.0 Poor
Mar 2024
4.0 Mediocre
Oct 2022
Fox
6.0
Okay
182 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.6
Value for money
6.0
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10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2024
8.0 Very Good
Oct 2020
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Jose was great and super helpful. I also had an incident with lost keys and Philip was incredibly responsive and accommodating especially when there was a mix up.Cons:
The lost and found process could have been more organized/smoother.7.6 Good
Jan 2020
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the dropoff was quick and easy. Pickup was a 2 hour wait in a line only to find a clerk who didn't know how to handle long-term rentals, and another wait for the manager.Cons:
more help at the pickup line, or better staffing for expected surges.8.4 Very Good
Jan 2020
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Yes, staff were very helpful.Cons:
At first they offered us a smelly old Toyota RAV from Utah, with the windows open. That was a clue - really smelly. And we wanted a SUV for the all-wheel drive; that one was only 2-wheel drive.2.8 Poor
Jan 2020
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Outrageous daily fees for tolls. Did not give me the car I asked for; gave me a car with less comfort and worse mileage.2.0 Poor
Jan 2020
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CheatersThrifty
5.9
Fair
297 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.8
Value for money
5.8
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10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2024
4.0 Mediocre
Mar 2024
6.0 Okay
Feb 2024
2.0 Poor
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
2.0 Poor
Nov 2023
Dollar
5.3
Fair
147 reviewsCleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.3
Value for money
5.4
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6.0 Okay
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2.0 Poor
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6.0 Okay
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2.0 Poor
May 2024
Avis
6.8
Okay
87 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.9
Value for money
6.9
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10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2024
2.0 Poor
Jun 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
2.0 Poor
Oct 2023
2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
Europcar
5.7
Fair
34 reviewsCleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.4
Value for money
6.0
One location in San Francisco
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Jun 2024
6.0 Okay
Jun 2024
8.0 Very Good
Jun 2024
National
8.7
Very Good
10 reviewsCleanliness
8.8
Comfort
9.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.5
Value for money
9.0
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10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2021
Economy Rent a Car
5.9
Fair
8 reviewsCleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.2
Value for money
6.2
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5.2 Fair
Jan 2020
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Pickup was poor, dropoff was great, easy and quick.5.6 Fair
Nov 2019
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Convenient downtown location to those of us who do not want to go to the airport.Cons:
The trunk latch broke when I got my luggage out upon arriving at my destination. I had to take a shoelace out of my sneaker to tie the trunk shut!!2.0 Poor
Oct 2019
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I arrived 3 hours after my reservation began and after waiting approximately 45 minutes in line I was told that they were sold of cars despite already charging. Caveat emptor!Cons:
They could have had a car for my reservation? They literally stole my money.3.2 Poor
Oct 2019
Pros:
drop off was decentCons:
waited forever (1 hr to pick up) , the car was cleaned but some objects were left behind from previous renters, charges and rates were not super easy to decide on. I had to do a lot of the work I expected the staff to do (walk around the car and mark chips & digs). very slow!10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2019
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Very close to Union Square in San Francisco making it easy and convenientCons:
Wait time can be lengthy if they are busy.4.8 Mediocre
Sept 2019
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Prices are goodCons:
Stopped the self drop-off at time of your choice. That was the reason why I went there in the first place...2 locations in San Francisco
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+1 415 525 4214
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2415 Mendell St
+1 415 259 4746
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349 Mason Street
+1 415 928 4414
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San Francisco Airport International SFO
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315 Harbor Way rear unit, South San Francisco, CA
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2955 3rd Street
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San Francisco airport
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323 South Canal St
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2200 Cesar Chavez
+1 415 401 7659
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San Francisco Airport International SFO
+1 415 917 2713
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780 N Mcdonnell Rd Car Rental Center San Francisco Ca
+1 415 917 2713
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1001 Bayhill Drive, Suite 299, San Bruno, CA
+1 415 370 8478
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780 Mcdonnell Road
310-645-2019
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San Francisco Airport. On-airport. San Francisco International Airport. 780 N Mcdonnell Road
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687 Folsom St, San Francisco, , USA California
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When to book a luxury rental car in San Francisco
Everything you need to know for your luxury car rental in San Francisco
San Francisco Luxury Car Hire Information
| Pick-up location | San Francisco |
|---|---|
| Car types | Luxury |
| Hire locations | 9 |
| Airport locations | 4 |
| Popular agencies | Sixt, Dollar, Thrifty, Alamo, Budget |