Santa Rosa car rentals from C$ 44/day
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Cheap car rentals in Santa Rosa
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Santa Rosa
- Santa Rosa has been a famous hub for entrepreneurial endeavors, educational institutions, and tourist destinations. Whether you are interested in leisure or business, choosing cheap car rentals in Santa Rosa allows setting things at your own pace. You don't have to hustle downtown through taxis or shared rides from Santa Rosa North Rail Station. North Rail Station is 2.0 miles, only 6 minutes' drive through N Dutton Avenue or US-101 S to the city center. If you have opted for Sonoma County Train Station, which is 6.9 miles away, only 11 minutes’ drive through US-101N you can find different car rental agencies directly at the curb from the terminal.
- Surrounded by vibrant cities, amusement parks, and natural wonders, Santa Rosa has exquisite features. If you are a fanatic of scenic green nature, Yosemite National Park is a place not to miss through cheap car rentals in Santa Rosa. Located 238 miles away, a drive of 4hr 47 minutes, you can use CA-140W or CA-120W. With games, shows, and entertainment options, you can drive your family to Disneyland 454 miles away via I-5N for 7hr 23 minutes. To experience the famous Death Valley National Park, Santa Rosa car rentals offer good road grip vehicles to drive 555 miles for 8hr 53 minutes without getting tired through I-55N or CA-99 N.
- Santa Rosa, California, has well-developed toll networks for driving convenience and saving time. You can use 1-55N, SR 237 Express, I-110 Express, or I-680 Smart Carpool lanes. In Santa Rosa, the toll amount is approximated through the car's number of axels, the time of the day, and the road you are using. Not all tolls in Santa Rosa accept cash or pay by plate, but you must pay through electronic Fast Trak.
- Car rentals in Santa Rosa will allow you greater access to the world-famous wine country of Napa Valley. With some of the most famous wineries in the world nearby, a rental car ensures you have reliable transportation to and from the rural areas where they are located. If you are hoping to visit nearby San Francisco, a Santa Rosa rental car gives you greater flexibility and allows you to explore more parts of the city from iconic perspectives, such as a drive down Lombard Street.
- The local airport for Santa Rosa is the Charles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport (STS), named after the creator of Peanuts who grew up in the area. On-site rental counters offer car rentals in Santa Rosa within the main terminal. The nearest major airport is Oakland International Airport (OAK), located about 65 miles away, which has a Rental Car Center shuttle to bring travelers between the terminals and their vehicles in the lots to the northwest of the airport.
- The city of Santa Rosa is spread out along Highway 101, which means that many of your travel directions will involve driving this iconic route. The highway is often crowded with commuters that make the daily pilgrimage to San Francisco, which makes for some challenging merges when the highway drops to only two lanes in each direction. If you are not comfortable with driving on a highway in unfamiliar territory, consider adjusting your directions to utilize major streets like Mendocino Avenue instead, and give yourself some extra time.
- The rush hour traffic of San Francisco and Oakland can impact Highway 101 and side streets in the event of delays from car accidents or construction. The San Francisco rush hour is typically from 7am to 9am and 4pm to 7pm. Within Santa Rosa, commuters can sometimes clog up Mendocino Avenue in an effort to avoid Highway 101, which can lead to even greater delays at the freeway on-ramps.
- Book your rental car in Santa Rosa at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy rental cars in Santa Rosa are around 45% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Santa Rosa
What type of car is recommended for driving in Santa Rosa?
With mild weather year-round and plenty of busy cities nearby, a smaller vehicle, such as an economy or compact car, will allow you to explore wine country and still take a day to visit San Francisco or Oakland. Especially due to the hilly, narrow streets of San Francisco, a smaller automatic-transmission vehicle is best for visitors expecting to spend time in the City by the Bay.
What’s the speed limit in Santa Rosa?
The speed limit for most city streets in Santa Rosa is 25mph, with a 55mph limit for Highway 101 when passing through city limits. Major streets, such as Mendocino Avenue and Santa Rosa Avenue, have higher speed limits of 35mph and 40mph, but can also become busy during rush hour.
Where are the best places to park in Santa Rosa?
You should plan to pay for parking in Santa Rosa if you are expecting to leave your vehicle for over 1h. Though parking is free for the first hour in several parking garages and lots, parking at "premier meters" in downtown Santa Rosa costs about $1.50 per hour with a maximum of 3h in one spot. Parking in downtown Santa Rosa is enforced from 9am to 6pm. There are "value meters" with a fee of about $1 per hour and a maximum of 4h, though these meters are located several blocks from the main destinations in the downtown area.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Santa Rosa?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget (C$ 44/day), Avis (C$ 47/day) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (C$ 51/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Budget 976 Santa Rosa Avenue 95404 (1 kilometers from city center).
How much is gas price in Santa Rosa?
The average gas price in Santa Rosa is C$ 5.15 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 62 and C$ 82, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Santa Rosa?
Economy (Chevrolet Bolt or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Santa Rosa.
How can I find car rentals near me in Santa Rosa?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in Santa Rosa?
An Economy car rental in Santa Rosa costs C$ 56 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Santa Rosa?
An Intermediate car rental in Santa Rosa costs C$ 76 per day, on average.
How much does a Luxury car rental cost in Santa Rosa?
A Luxury car rental in Santa Rosa costs C$ 131 per day, on average.
Are there car rentals in downtown Santa Rosa?
Yes, whether your commitments around Santa Rosa are for adventure or corporate, you have unlimited choices from the economy, luxurious compacts to SUVs. Cheap car rentals in Santa Rosa are Avis, Freeman Toyota, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. You must meet age and driver's license requirements to rent a car from these agencies.
Are there free parking facilities in downtown Santa Rosa?
Free parking in Santa Rosa only applies during bank holidays or Sundays. Parking in the city center is payable from Monday to Saturday, 8:00AM to 6:00PM. Some parking facilities you can use include Garage 12-555first Street, 0.5 miles away from Central Avenue through Cleveland Avenue for 5 minutes. You use 250 B St parking lot 1.2 miles from Central Avenue through College Avenue, which is a 5 minutes' drive.
Santa Rosa car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Hertz
5.7
Fair
Read 32 reviewsCleanliness
6.3
Comfort
5.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.9
Value for money
5.8
2 locations in Santa Rosa
Locations in Santa Rosa
1089 Santa Rosa Avenue
+1 707 575 0440
2200 Airport Blvd
+1 707 202 6434
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Supplier choice
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Intermediate
4.0 Mediocre
Ben, Nov 2023
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Supplier choice
Avis
8.1
Very good
Read 10 reviewsCleanliness
7.8
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.9
Value for money
7.9
2 locations in Santa Rosa
Locations in Santa Rosa
2266 Airport Boulevard
+1 707 571 0465
976 Santa Rosa Avenue
+1 707 542 2687
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Michael, Apr 2021
Pros:
The up grade do to my rental car not being there.Cons:
Nothing fast professional service6.0 Okay
Robert, May 2020
Pros:
Pickup and drop off were great; however, I for got to fuel up and it cost me $131.00 for a 1/2 a tank of gas. Can you help me with this loss?Cons:
What ever you do don't forget to fill the fuel tank, it will cost you ten times the amount to fill if the agency has to do it.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2023
Intermediate
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2022
Budget
7.4
Good
Read 11 reviewsCleanliness
7.8
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
7.1
2 locations in Santa Rosa
Locations in Santa Rosa
2266 Airport Boulevard
+1 707 528 2195
976 Santa Rosa Avenue
+1 707 528 2964
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Economy
2.0 Poor
Ross, Mar 2021
Pros:
the car was fine. no one was at the drop off location when I returned the car. now budget keeps calling saying i never returned the car. I did though. this is stupid.Cons:
customer service: i returned the car and now budget wont stop calling saying I never returned it. !! rediculous.8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Mar 2021
Pros:
very good.4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Aug 2023
Compact
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2022
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.3
Good
Read 14 reviewsCleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
6.8
4 locations in Santa Rosa
Locations in Santa Rosa
1621 Cleveland Ave
+1 707 545 2888
2200 Airport Blvd
+1 707 570 3600
2979 Corby Ave
+1 707 579 5664
3155 Santa Rosa Ave
+1 707 536 0011
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Luxury
10.0 Wonderful
Nila, Mar 2024
Intermediate
10.0 Wonderful
Natalya, May 2021
Pros:
Great friendly professional efficient service.Cons:
Bit pricey but that's how it goes.4.0 Mediocre
Caleb, May 2021
Pros:
Quick serviceCons:
I was given a half full tank but the paper work I received said full. I didn’t notice until I returned the car and the final invoice included a $67 fuel charge. Annoying as hell.4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, May 2021
Pros:
Nothing,they did not valued my reservation. I wasted my time!Cons:
That I could've got the car that I reserved!2.0 Poor
Kristina, Dec 2020
Pros:
The drop off was amazingCons:
everything elseNational
6.1
Okay
Cleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.9
Value for money
6.5
One location in Santa Rosa
Locations in Santa Rosa
2200 Airport Blvd
+1 707 570 3600
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Ace
5.8
Fair
Read 21 reviewsCleanliness
5.1
Comfort
5.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.4
Value for money
5.7
One location in Santa Rosa
Locations in Santa Rosa
2200 Airport Blvd
+1 707 568 3387
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4.0 Mediocre
clara, Aug 2024
Economy
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Luxury
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Feb 2024
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Full-size
7.6 Good
Maia, Nov 2020
Pros:
Car was clean and in good conditionCons:
No sign about where to drop off keys and the number left at the desk went to voicemail from which we never heard back. Fortunately someone finally informed us the drop box was outside. The attendant from pickup may have told us but it would be helpful to have a sign at the desk.2.0 Poor
Nicholas, Oct 2020
Pros:
The guy I picked the car up from was friendly and helpful. I declined insurance and I appreciate that he did not push it.Cons:
However, the car reeked of cigarettes after about 3 miles down the road, so I assume they cleaned the interior to eliminate the smell but not the air filter. That was kinda gross but not that big of a deal. The big deal was after I returned the car. I returned it an hour earlier than the deadline stated on the contract, but then got an email with an invoice stating I owed $20 for a late fee and I'm still trying to figure that one out. On top of that I was quoted $75 online, but then that jumped up to $99 inexplicably when I picked it up. I will update this to a better score if they fix the inaccurate bill but so far I am pretty disappointed.One location in Santa Rosa
Locations in Santa Rosa
2200 Airport Boulevard
+1 707 523 1676
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2200 Airport Boulevard
+1 707 827 1400
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2200 Airport Blvd
+1 707 568 3387
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Most popular car type | Economy |
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Everything you need to know for your car rental in Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa car rental information
| Pick-up location | Santa Rosa |
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| Car types | Compact, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Standard, Standard SUV, Supplier choice |
| Rental locations | 18 |
| Airport locations | 12 |
| Popular agencies | Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis, Budget, Hertz |