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Charlottetown car rental information
| Pick-up location | Charlottetown |
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| Rental locations | 14 |
| Airport locations | 10 |
Cheap car rentals in Charlottetown
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Charlottetown
- As one of Canada’s smallest provinces, Prince Edward Island and the city of Charlottetown is a great getaway for a holiday that combines nature, history, great culture and amazing cuisine into one. Cheap car hire in Charlottetown will be a wonderful way to explore the city and surrounding island, as very few public transport links will get you off the beaten track. With the Gulf of St Lawrence and the idyllic coastlines on your doorstep, various lighthouse attractions, several museums and friendly locals, using Charlottetown car hire will be a wise way to really make the most of this scenic area. Coastal drives are a must, so check out the Points East Coastal Drive or North Cape Coastal Drive, both of which offer unique scenery.
- When arriving on Prince Edward Island, you will probably land at Charlottetown Airport (YYG). It is a small but efficient airport and offers you the opportunity to fly in and drive away with your cheap hire car in Charlottetown. Book ahead of time through KAYAK and order your specific add-ons for the trip. When you arrive you will find a Thrifty, Avis and Hertz, among others, which can assist you in getting on the road.
- When driving in Charlottetown or around Prince Edward Island in general, you will make use of Route 1. It spans roughly 120 km and serves the entire island, offering you an excellent stretch of road to enjoy long trips. You will drive on the right-hand side of the road when using car hire in Charlottetown. Blood alcohol limits are capped at 0.05%, with licence suspensions resulting from being caught over the limit. If you drive directly, you could drive around the entire island in about 3 hours. Refrain from mobile phone use and remain buckled up while driving. Summer drives should be leisurely, as the locals are pretty laid back on the roads.
- If you are visiting Charlottetown in winter, you might have a tough time on the road. There is no doubt that snow and ice in the region make road conditions slippery and hair-raising, and you should definitely hire a vehicle with winter tyres. If you are planning a road trip at any time of the year, stick to the predetermined routes. If you veer off the beaten track, you will find good roads suddenly becoming gravel and difficult to navigate in smaller cars. GPS hire is always a good idea in a new city.
- Book your rental car in Charlottetown at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact rental cars in Charlottetown are around 56% cheaper than other car types, on average
Charlottetown car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about renting a car in Charlottetown
How much is gas price in Charlottetown?
The average gas price in Charlottetown is ₪17.37 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between ₪208 and ₪278, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Charlottetown?
Compact (Mazda CX-3 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Charlottetown.
How can I find car rentals near me in Charlottetown?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Charlottetown?
A Compact car rental in Charlottetown costs ₪106 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Charlottetown?
An Intermediate car rental in Charlottetown costs ₪247 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car rental cost in Charlottetown?
A Mini car rental in Charlottetown costs ₪178 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Charlottetown?
In Charlottetown, cars are most frequently rented at Avis 250 Maple Hills Avenue (5 km from city center ).
What type of car is recommended for driving in Charlottetown?
When it comes to car hire in Charlottetown, your choice should depend on what time of the year you will be visiting. Summer months will present no problems and you can enjoy the city and surrounding road trips with anything from a compact economy car to a sedan or SUV. The winter months present some challenges, and the power and road handling of a sturdy 4x4 may make you feel safer when tackling snow-laden roads. Take budget and itinerary into consideration and tailor your car hire choice to your needs.
What is the speed limit in Charlottetown?
The speed limit on Prince Edward Island is rather conservative, even compared to other Canadian provinces. In the city centre, it is advised that you stick to 50 kph, and when roads are larger, you can push it to 80 kph. Generally, the fastest you can go on the highways is around 90 kph. Always use the signs around you as your guide.
Where are the best places to park in Charlottetown?
Parking is free in many parts of Charlottetown if you stay for under an hour. This is a municipality initiative that has been great for the city and is good news when you want to go shopping and enjoy quick visits. When staying in town a little longer, you can find some parking garages that can accommodate your vehicle for a fee. The Pownal Parkade, Queen Parkade and Fitzroy Parkade are all large garages that will be safe to leave your Charlottetown hire car.
Charlottetown car rental reviews and directory
Hertz
8.6
Very good
36 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.7
Value for money
8.0
One location in Charlottetown
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
8.0 Very good
Dec 2021
2.0 Poor
Oct 2021
8.0 Very good
Jun 2019
Cons:
Go for a larger car to navigate the lot holes of the Maritimes!6.8 Okay
Jul 2018
Pros:
Easy pick up and drop offCons:
Way too expensive even for summer5.2 Fair
May 2018
Pros:
The car we eventually received was clean and in excellent conditionCons:
Be warned. When they say taxes and fees included. They by NO means mean all taxes and fees. Read the fine print ladies and gents. When I arrived to pick up the car we were informed of MANY extra charges. If you want an extra driver it is an extra 25-35$ per PER DAY. If you want full insurance coverage it is an extra 20-35$ a day PER DRIVER. If you are under 25 it is and extra 25-35$ a day PER DRIVER. When we arrived .to pick up the rental csr, I was informed that I would be unable to actually rent the car unless I rebooked it under a credit card with the main drivers name. I intended to be the sole driver, and do not have a credit card under my name. We had to completely rearrange our trip so that the person with the credit card was the main driver of the csr. Once that was all re arranged, we were invoiced almost 400$ for a car rental that we had booked for around 85$ online . Pretty ridiculous. I'm sure there are lots of details I have left out, feel frree to askAvis
9.7
Wonderful
10 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
8.7
One location in Charlottetown
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8.0 Very good
Aug 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
Budget
9.2
Wonderful
22 reviewsCleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.3
Value for money
8.2
One location in Charlottetown
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
8.0 Very good
Jun 2017
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The young man who worked for Avis but was covering for Budget at the Charlottetown airport was exceptional. Friendly, kind and understanding. He helped me when we took our car in to trade and was so nice to my entire group. Quick drop off when we returned the vehicle.Cons:
Our Jeep Cherokee had mechanical problems so we lost a day because we had to turn back from a day trip to exchange the vehicle.10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2023
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.7
Very good
26 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.2
Value for money
8.0
2 locations in Charlottetown
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10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2019
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Very kindful staff. Perfect location.4.4 Mediocre
Jul 2019
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I contracted to pick up the car at 12:00pm only to find the closed at 12:00pm. And Sunday. Nightmare.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2019
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Very nice people. Got me everything I wanted plus more!Cons:
The online system knowing if they have cars in at the time of booking a car on line. I thought I was getting a car for 1 and I was on my way there to get it and got a call saying they didn’t have any cars available at the time.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2017
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They were great to deal with, and I ended up with a very nice upgrade. And no hard upsales like some places...which I really value.Cons:
The only issue I have is that the University Ave location closed at 6:00pm, and my flight was late so I needed to wait a day to get car. They should be open much later in the summer tourist season at least.10.0 Wonderful
May 2017
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Quick service, ride to airport was a plus. Super nice people to deal with.Cons:
Selection of cars, I had requested for a sedan, but ended up with hatchback.8.0 Very good
Sep 2016
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Counter service at enterprise was excellentCons:
Even after a confirmation call two days prior to my trip, the kayak reps assured me that I was renting from the airport when in fact it was downtown Charlottetown. This caused me to have both a financial and time delay in getting to my destination.Thrifty
7.8
Good
No reviews available
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.5
Value for money
6.7
One location in Charlottetown
keddy by Europcar
6.4
Okay
No reviews available
2 locations in Charlottetown
Europcar
No score available yet
2 locations in Charlottetown
Discount Car & Truck Rentals
No score available yet
One location in Charlottetown
National
No score available yet
One location in Charlottetown
Sunnycars
No score available yet
One location in Charlottetown
Car rental locations in or near Charlottetown
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Most popular car type | Compact |
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