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On average a rental car in South Padre Island costs $85 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in South Padre Island found in the last 2 weeks is $43.
The average gas price in South Padre Island is $3.89 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $47 and $62, depending on the car size.
Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in South Padre Island.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
A Special car rental in South Padre Island costs $91 per day, on average.
A Standard car rental in South Padre Island costs $90 per day, on average.
A Full Size car rental in South Padre Island costs $98 per day, on average.
In South Padre Island, cars are most frequently rented at Avis 700 South Amelia Earhart Drive (22 miles from city center).
On average a rental car in South Padre Island costs $596 per week ($85 per day).
On average a rental car in South Padre Island costs $2,556 per month ($85 per day).
Most car rental providers in South Padre Island offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in South Padre Island, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
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Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in South Padre Island so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
If you are planning to drive on the beaches, it is recommended that you choose a four-wheel drive South Padre Island car rental. This vehicle offers better traction and, as a result, better control on the loose sand along the beaches. You may also get better exploration opportunities in the less developed areas of South Padre Island, since they have efficient off-road capabilities. Also, four-wheel drives have more storage space, giving you a chance to pack beach gear.
School zones and residential areas on South Padre Island have maximum speed limits of about 20 mph. Speed limits may increase to about 30 mph to 40 mph on Retama Street and in most parts of the city. Most highways and freeways have higher speed limits, ranging from 45 to 55 mph. Most rural roads within South Padre Island have set speed limits of 50 mph.
South Padre Island has various parking options for your South Padre Island car rental, including metered street parking, public parking, and beach parking. Depending on where you park, you may find hourly or daily rates for parking. If you're lucky, you may even find a space in one of the free lots.
2 locations in South Padre Island
Locations in South Padre Island
4177 Expressway 83
+1 956 548 2224
700 Amelia Earhart Drive
+1 956 574 9612
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10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2024
2.0 Poor
Mar 2021
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Nothing. I was called the day of my reservation and told that there were no cars available.Cons:
Everything. I was called the day of my reservation and told that there were no cars available8.0 Very good
Aug 2020
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Yes10.0 Wonderful
May 2020
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Excellent customer service and easy drop off9.2 Wonderful
May 2020
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Great staffCons:
Due to airport construction the car was a good hike from the counter8.8 Very good
May 2020
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Awesome customer service and very affordable. Only thing was that vehicle was not clean or sanitized. It was a little uncomfortable driving home. Once I was home I sprayed it with lysol. Other than that it was an awesome experience. ThanksOne location in South Padre Island
Locations in South Padre Island
700 Amelia Earhart Drive
+1 956 574 9612
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2017
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Free upgrade, and the customer service rep waited till our plane landed before shutting down the rental counter. Clean, new, and comfortable. Loved the unlimited miles, that saved us so much money while traveling to three different states to visit family.10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2017
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New comfortable ride The front window fogged up and we couldn't see often Something was wrong with the front window and defrost Otherwise we had a great time and your people were really nice and even gave us follow up calls10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2017
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Jose went above and beyond! Was understanding that we we're going to be late arriving, and forwarded messages to the late shift attendant, who in turn helped us get out of the rental quickly an ⓓ on our way.One location in South Padre Island
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700 South Amelia Earhart Drive
+1 956 541 9271
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2.0 Poor
Mar 2024
2.0 Poor
Nov 2023
8.0 Very good
May 2021
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Good customer serviceCons:
Price was over value Need to be cheaper That vehicle wasn’t worth it for that price4.0 Mediocre
Apr 2021
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The person working the counter on the morning of 04/24/2021, was dishonest and cagey. The entire process was a waste of time he stated that the car would was being washed and would be ready in 30 minutes, after more than hour he was stating the same lies and would just walk away and go outside.Cons:
If the vehicle is not available just tell me it is not even though I had a reservation. Just wasting time waiting for a car that is not going to be available. Do not lie and expect that a customer would be satisfied. I had to use a different company that had a car available at a lower price and was able to rent without any problems2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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Nothing because they canceled my rental the day before I was supposed to get my rentalCons:
It would have been better if they didn’t gave me false hope by letting me book the rental. If they don’t have the car to be rented, they shouldn’t let me book or reserve the car. In allowing me to reserve, they have stopped me from looking for a better alternative2.0 Poor
Mar 2021
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They didnt have a carOne location in South Padre Island
Locations in South Padre Island
700 Amelia Earhart Drive
+1 956 546 5119
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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The whole process was so easy and fast!2.0 Poor
Mar 2017
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Arrived as scheduled to find rental office closed2.0 Poor
May 2022
8.0 Very good
Jun 2021
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Excellent customer service. Pick up and drop up off quick and easyCons:
Cruise control missing button cover making it difficult to turn on2 locations in South Padre Island
Locations in South Padre Island
4345 N Expressway 77/83 St350
+1 956 350 2840
700 S. Minnesota Avenue
+1 956 542 7466
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4.0 Mediocre
Mar 2021
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Drop off was drop and goCons:
Upfront with “managers choice” special the car just ended up being the smallest compact car they had. Also we asked for a ride to the airport and it was a hard no.8.0 Very good
Mar 2021
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Staff was very nice. Drop off was fine and it was easier to get to in the early morning hours.Cons:
The tank was not totally full when I got it. My fault for not noticing or calling in. I still haven’t gotten a receipt via email.3.6 Poor
Feb 2019
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Apparently I booked with Hertz in Brownsville instead of at the Brownsville airport. The two behaved like separate entities. Not enough space here to go into detail, but they could've handled this much better.10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2018
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They didn’t have a minivan though upgraded me to a suburban for free. My experience in the past is to get the next cheapest option.Cons:
Drop off10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
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The ocean view in South PadreCons:
I did not know it was the beginning of spring break.8.0 Very good
Mar 2022
One location in South Padre Island
Locations in South Padre Island
500 Amelia Earhart Drive
+1 866 434 2226
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10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2020
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Staff was friendly and helpful with instructions and drop off super easy2.0 Poor
May 2019
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Your website outomatically changed the pick up location. I will never visit your website10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2018
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Easy in and out4.4 Mediocre
Aug 2018
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Decent carCons:
Kayak quoted me $58 at pick-up and it turned out to be $85! I will not be using kayak again as I can't trust the "Pay at pickup" price10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2018
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Excellent service! Thank you.4.8 Mediocre
Jul 2017
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Picking up the car went very smoothly.Cons:
The car very was dusty inside and did not have windshield wiper fluid. When returning the car to the airport, there were no signs for Dollar Car rental. It was very confusing and stressful trying to return the car. I was never told that I was supposed to leave it in the Hertz rental car spot. It was also annoying providing a receipt showing that I refilled the car within 10 miles of the airport. The company should be able to turn on the car and see that the tank is full.One location in South Padre Island
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