These options are far from equal, especially when it comes to cost. Renting a car is the quickest option once you arrive in Puerto Rico but that is about the only upside there is. Unfortunately, renting a car will leave you with a bunch of irritating restrictions on where you can drive and how you can drive.
It will also quickly become quite expensive. If you rent a car in Puerto Rico it will cost you about ten dollars per day. That does not sound like a lot but if you are staying in Puerto Rico for any sort of longer duration it will add up.
In just six months, the cost of renting a car will add up to over two thousand dollars when you factor in rental insurance costs. In addition to that, there will be restrictions on how and where you can drive the car. For example, many rental agreements will not allow you to take the car off the island to other islands such as Culebra.
You can still do that, but if something goes wrong, you will be completely liable for the cost of repairing or replacing the vehicle. The cost of buying a car is simply astronomical when compared to the other options.
You could possibly get a cheaper used car for five or so thousand dollars. However, the cost is much greater when you factor in things like repairs and depreciation. One notable difference between Puerto Rico and the U. While it is technically possible to transport cars in a cargo ferry to the neighboring islands of Culebra and Vieques, several travel websites warn that rental car companies generally prohibit this in their rental agreements.
Trying it anyway is risky because trucks have priority over cars when competing for space on the boat, and you may not be able to return as planned. Make sure to protect yourself from potential false damage claims by carefully look over your car before taking it for a spin. Document every nick, scratch or dent. Big-name U. Username or Email Address. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam.
Learn how your comment data is processed. Going to Puerto Rico on the 5th of November, I haven't been there in 40 yrs. When I was 4yrs old in I lived on the west coast of the island for 13 yrs. Don't ask me why I'm going there it's something I've got to do. I've rented a car and a hotel room in Boqueron p. Thanks for the article. I know it is a few years old, but maybe you still monitor it. We are planning a trip to PR this summer and the only part of the trip for which I have not reserved a rental car is our 2-day stay in San Juan upon arrival.
Is a rental car necessary to get around in San Juan or are the attractions walkable? Our hotel is in city center if that means anything.
Hi Janet, Thanks for your question! I think you could be fine in San Juan without a car. Even if you're not right at the attractions, there are taxis and there's public transport. Further, life is a little easier in San Juan without a car, because even though there are parking lots, some of the streets of Old San Juan are narrow, steep, and generally a challenge to navigate. In short: Either way should work. Hope this helps, and have a great trip!
I am planning a trip with my family and trying to figure out where is the best place to stay. We want a nice beach, with ocean views from the hotel, water activities nearby, shopping and site seeing with and a good price. Do you have any suggestions? Hi - What are your views on the safety and traffic situation in PR?
Is it safe to travel around in the rental car? What are the places and times of day to avoid from a safety standpoint? The Puerto Rican roads are well maintained, and most of the signposts are in Spanish. Between midnight and am, you may cross red traffic lights, provided you stop first. If you plan to rent a car in Puerto Rico, the minimum age for drivers is 21 years old, although this may vary by car category.
The maximum age limit for renting a car is 75 years old, and drivers younger than 25 can expect a young driver surcharge. You will need your domestic or international driving license to drive in the country.
There are several gas stations around the island and along the main highways; stations stay open until about pm. You need to pay inside the kiosk before pumping your gas. The maximum speed limits are considerably slower in Puerto Rico compared to elsewhere. The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for car rentals for the class listed and were found by KAYAK users in the last 24 hours.
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