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Cheap car rentals in San Sebastian
KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in San Sebastian
- Visitors to San Sebastian are highly advised to rent a car during their time there so they can take full advantage of what the city and country as a whole have to offer. There are many wonderful sights and towns to visit all within a short drive of the city such as up the coast from San Sebastian at just 50 kilometers (31 miles) away. And even closer there is Hondarribia, at just 23 kilometers (14 miles) away.
- Travelers arriving at San Sebastian Airport will find that the hire car counters are located within the terminal’s Arrivals Hall. Simply follow the signs and you should have no trouble finding it.
- One thing to keep in mind when driving in San Sebastian, and throughout Spain, is that it is prohibited to talk on the phone when driving unless the phone is hands-free. Additionally, it is also illegal to text and drive, even if you are stopped at a traffic light. So play it safe and leave any phone operating to your passengers, especially when it comes to navigating.
- San Sebastian, while not featuring the most serious traffic during rush hour, does have a minor amount of congestion during the work week. In general, drivers can expect rush hour to start up at around 7:00 a.m. and to cool down by around 9:00 a.m., while in the afternoon it picks up at around 4:30 p.m. and finishes just around 7:00 p.m. Askatasunaren Hiribidea and Ategorrieta Hiribidea are two of the main roads that drivers will want to avoid during peak hours, as both often get quite congested.
- Book your rental car in San Sebastian at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact rental cars in San Sebastian are around 24% more expensive than other car types, on average
San Sebastian car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about renting a car in San Sebastian
What type of car is recommended for driving in San Sebastian?
Due to the many narrow, winding streets in San Sebastian, smaller vehicles are highly recommended. Visitors renting a car in San Sebastian will find that a smaller car will make finding parking, in particular, a much easier task to accomplish. Additionally, small cars are the norm in Spain, so if you plan on visiting other cities in the country, a compact car will certainly be the best choice.
What’s the speed limit in San Sebastian?
Roads in built-up and residential areas in San Sebastian generally have speed limits of 50 km/h (31 mph), while outside of such areas the speed limit jumps up to 100 km/h (62 mph) for regular vehicles. On highways and motorways, on the other hand, the speed limit tops out at 120 km/h (74 mph).
Where are the best places to park in San Sebastian?
Parking in San Sebastian is not too difficult to find except in the historic centers of town. In those areas streetside parking is very scarce and difficult to find. The best option for drivers parking in those areas is to take advantage of one of the various parking garages nearby and then to go out on foot and use public transport from there. Residential areas outside of the town center do have plenty of streetside parking, though, so this is often is the main go-to option.
How much is the price of fuel in San Sebastian?
The average price of fuel in San Sebastian is $10.51 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $126 and $168, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in San Sebastian?
Compact (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in San Sebastian.
How can I find car hires near me in San Sebastian?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in San Sebastian?
A Compact car hire in San Sebastian costs $116 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in San Sebastian?
An Economy car hire in San Sebastian costs $82 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in San Sebastian?
A Mini car hire in San Sebastian costs $65 per day, on average.
San Sebastian 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
10.0
Wonderful
Read 1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
4 locations in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
C/ Okendo, 14 , Parking Okendo
+34 671 19 96 08
C/ Republica Argentina 4
+34 943 39 22 23
Ctra Madrid-irun, Km 469
+34 943 39 22 23
Fuenterrabia Airport
+34 943 66 85 66
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2023
Economy
Avis
8.6
Very Good
Read 1 reviewCleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.4
Value for money
8.2
2 locations in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
Federico Garcia Lorca1 Planta0
+34 943 46 15 56
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10.0 Wonderful
Spencer W., Apr 2024
Intermediate
Budget
8.6
Very Good
Read 6 reviewsCleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.6
Value for money
9.1
2 locations in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
Budget San Sebastian Apt
+34 943 66 85 48
Federico Garcia Lorca1 Planta0
+34 943 46 15 56
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10.0 Wonderful
Phyllis, Oct 2022
6.0 Okay
Paul, May 2023
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2023
Mini
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Michael, Aug 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2021
Europcar
8.0
Very Good
Cleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
Plaza Irun 6 Centro Comercial Arcco
+34 664 09 13 28
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Sixt
7.7
Good
Read 4 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.7
Value for money
7.7
One location in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
Avda. Zurriola 1, Local 9
+34 871 18 01 92
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Sept 2024
Intermediate
4.0 Mediocre
Najib, Jul 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Fred, Apr 2023
Compact
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2021
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.3
Good
Read 4 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
6.6
2 locations in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
10 Gregorio Ordonez Kalea
+34 943 46 30 13
Aeropuerto De San Sebastian
+34 943 988 008
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10.0 Wonderful
tom, May 2023
Standard SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2023
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Ron, Jun 2022
1.9 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2021
3 locations in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
C/okendo,14,parking Okendo
+34 671 19 96 08
Ctra Madrid-irun, Km 469
+34 943 39 22 23
Fuenterrabia Airport
+34 943 66 85 66
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3 locations in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
C/okendo,14,parking Okendo
+34 671 19 96 08
Ctra Madrid-irun, Km 469
+34 943 39 22 23
Fuenterrabia Airport
+34 943 66 85 66
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2 locations in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
Zurriola Hiribidea
+34 902 49 16 16
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One location in San Sebastian
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5 locations in San Sebastian
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Locations in San Sebastian
Calle Portuetxe, 23
+34 943 17 62 60
Fernando Mujika Kalea 1
+34 902 01 86 30
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One location in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
Plaza Irun 6 Centro Comercial Arcco Nivel -2
+34 943 322 304
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One location in San Sebastian
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One location in San Sebastian
Locations in San Sebastian
Aeropuerto De San Sebastián, Hondarribia, Gipuzkoa
+34 617 95 30 01
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Car hire locations in or near San Sebastian
Good to know
Most popular car type | Compact |
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When to book a car hire in San Sebastian
Everything you need to know for your car rental in San Sebastian
Car rental at airports serving San Sebastian
San Sebastian car hire information
| Pick-up location | San Sebastian |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 32 |
| Airport locations | 9 |