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Rent a Car in Santa Cruz, CA
17 Locations near Santa Cruz
Address1659 Airport Blvd - Ste 2, San Jose, CA, 95110, USPhone(1) 408-993-2224
Hours of operation
Sun-Sat
06:00 AM - 12:00 AM
24 hour drop off
33.23 miaway from city center
Address200 Fred Kane Dr - Ste 106, Monterey, CA, 93940, USPhone(1) 831-647-7140
Hours of operation
Sun-Sat
08:00 AM - 12:00 AM
24 hour drop off
43.31 miaway from city center
Address780 McDonnell Rd, San Francisco, CA, 94128, USPhone(1) 650-877-6780
Hours of operation
Sun-Sat
Open 24 hrs
Open 24 hrs
24 hour drop off
62.73 miaway from city center
Address7600 Earhart Rd, Oakland, CA, 94621, USPhone(1) 510-577-6360
Hours of operation
Sun-Sat
06:00 AM - 12:00 AM
24 hour drop off
65.20 miaway from city center
Address630 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, USPhone(1) 831-423-1244
Hours of operation
Sun
08:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Mon-Fri
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sat
08:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Free Pickup
0.78 miaway from city center
Address3680 Stevens Creek Blvd - Ste B, San Jose, CA, 95117, USPhone(1) 669-223-0424
Hours of operation
Sun
09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Mon-Fri
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sat
08:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Free Pickup
30.88 miaway from city center
Address2390 Lafayette St, Santa Clara, CA, 95050, USPhone(1) 408-246-7900
Hours of operation
Sun
09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Mon-Fri
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sat
09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Free Pickup
31.72 miaway from city center
Address2200 Eastridge Loop-Ste 1104, (Eastridge Mall entrance D), San Jose, CA, 95122, USPhone(1) 669-255-4088
Hours of operation
Sun
08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mon-Fri
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sat
08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free Pickup
36.54 miaway from city center
Address2452 Old Middlefield Way, Mountain View, CA, 94043, USPhone(1) 650-969-2968
Hours of operation
Sun
08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mon-Fri
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sat
08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free Pickup
38.83 miaway from city center
Address4230 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94306, USPhone(1) 650-493-8888
Hours of operation
Sun
08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mon-Fri
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sat
08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free Pickup
40.39 miaway from city center
AddressPreferred Wizard Number Required, 6280 America Center Dr, HPE Only-San Jose, CA, 94304, USPhone(1) 408-246-7900
Hours of operation
Mon-Fri
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
24 hour drop off
41.23 miaway from city center
AddressPreferred Wizard Number Required, 1501 Page Mill Rd, HP INC Only-Palo Alto, CA, 94304, USPhone(1) 650-493-8888
Hours of operation
Mon-Wed
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Thu-Fri
08:00 AM - 04:00 PM
41.30 miaway from city center
13Fremont
Address5307 Central Ave, Fremont, CA, 94536, USPhone(1) 510-713-1006
Hours of operation
Sun
08:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Mon-Fri
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sat
08:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Free Pickup
46.79 miaway from city center
Address1501 El Camino Real - Ste 201, (lower level), Belmont, CA, 94002, USPhone(1) 650-594-2847
Hours of operation
Sun
09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Mon-Fri
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sat
09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Free Pickup
51.27 miaway from city center
Address1133 Chess Dr, Foster City, CA, 94404, USPhone(1) 650-287-2677
Hours of operation
Sun
08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mon-Fri
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sat
08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free Pickup
55.41 miaway from city center
Address14327 Washington Ave, San Leandro, CA, 94578, USPhone(1) 510-733-9590
Hours of operation
Sun
08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mon-Fri
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sat
08:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free Pickup
60.13 miaway from city center
Address4003 Pimlico Dr, (1 block E of Santa Rita Rd), Pleasanton, CA, 94588, USPhone(1) 925-460-0960
Hours of operation
Sun
08:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Mon-Fri
08:00 AM - 04:45 PM
Sat
08:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Free Pickup
61.96 miaway from city center
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Santa Cruz Rental Cars
From sunny days on the beach to dazzling nights at restaurants, while exploring the nightlife, a car rental in Santa Cruz, CA, can be your key out of the hotel and around the city. Spend a relaxing day in nature at The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park or shopping along the pier. Or if you are here on business, meet a client for a game of golf at DeLaveaga Golf Course. Even locals can benefit from affordable and convenient transportation, after a car accident or during a road trip.
Make life easier by booking a car rental in Santa Cruz with Avis today. Before you know it, you’ll be driving along the coast and traveling throughout the city.
Popular Cars to Rent in Santa Cruz
Minivan Rental
Take the family camping with the help of a minivan rental. Spend the weekend at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.
Jeep Wrangler Rental
Experience California like a local with a Jeep Wrangler Rental as you zoom around Santa Cruz Beach. Make sure to stop at the shops and eateries!
Full-Size Pickup Truck Rental
Fight the sand with a full-size pickup truck as you journey over to Natural Bridges State Beach. If you’re lucky you can catch the butterfly migration.
Things To Do & Santa Cruz Attractions
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Life is a party on the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, so rent a car and don’t miss out on the fun. From greasy foods like corn dogs and fries to thrilling rides along the pier, the boardwalk is every child’s dream. Enjoy this iconic seaside attraction.
Lighthouse Field State Beach
With a rental car on hand, you’ll have to add this picturesque beach to your must-see attractions. Spend a romantic afternoon watching the sunset with views of the lighthouse or splash away with the family as you soak up the sun.
PICK YOUR PERFECT RIDE
Big trips, quick errands or long weekends - choose the best option from our curated vehicle lineup.Minivan
Chrysler Pacifica or Similar
7
4 carry-ons
Premium Elite SUV
Lincoln Navigator or Similar
7
4 carry-ons
Luxury Elite EV Long Range
Genesis G80E or Similar
5
3 carry-ons
Minivan
Chrysler Pacifica or Similar
7
4 carry-ons
Premium Elite SUV
Lincoln Navigator or Similar
7
4 carry-ons
Luxury Elite EV Long Range
Genesis G80E or Similar
5
3 carry-ons