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Chevrolet Spark
or similar Economy
Manual
4
A/C
4
$19.05
per day
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Kia Forte
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$23.03
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Hyundai Grand i10 Sedan
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$26.86
per day
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Chevrolet Cavalier
or similar Full-size
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$31.70
per day
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Nissan March
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$35.07
per day
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Chevrolet Beat
or similar Mini
Manual
5
A/C
5
$35.73
per day
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Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Premium
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$47.29
per day
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Toyota Sienna
or similar Luxury Van
Automatic
8
A/C
5
$188.91
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Most popular car rental deals
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 20 locations near Playa del Carmen (Downtown)
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Playa del Carmen (Downtown) and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 25, 2026)
- Here's what travelers say about renting a car in Playa del Carmen (Downtown)
- Car rental statistics
- Top 13 suppliers in Playa del Carmen (Downtown) in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
Spanish, Mayan
Currency
MXN
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+52
Average car rental price
$51 per day
Average car rental length
8 days
Speed limit within town
30–50 km/h
or
19–31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80–120 km/h
or
50–75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gas price
$1.30 per liter or $4.92 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.24 per liter or $4.69 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.39 per liter or $5.26 per gallon
Rating
6.7 / 10
Top 20 locations near Playa del Carmen (Downtown)
- Cozumel Airportfrom $42.75 per day19.7 km / 12.24 miles away
- Playa del Carmen Airport19.7 km / 12.24 miles away
- Cancun Airportfrom $15.14 per day50.5 km / 31.38 miles away
- Cancun (Downtown)from $19.71 per day63.6 km / 39.52 miles away
- Cancun Walmart63.8 km / 39.64 miles away
- Cancun Hotel Zonefrom $24.68 per day66.1 km / 41.07 miles away
- Merida Airportfrom $11.54 per day271.3 km / 168.58 miles away
- Veracruz Airportfrom $17.31 per day966.8 km / 600.74 miles away
- Bahias de Huatulco International Airportfrom $22.60 per day1,109.6 km / 689.47 miles away
- Puerto Escondido Airportfrom $21.77 per day1,181.9 km / 734.4 miles away
- Puebla International Airportfrom $32.46 per day1,192.3 km / 740.86 miles away
- Felipe Angeles International Airportfrom $31.96 per day1,249.1 km / 776.15 miles away
- Benito Juarez International Airportfrom $13.74 per day1,260.1 km / 782.99 miles away
- Mexico Penon de los Banosfrom $13.22 per day1,261.5 km / 783.86 miles away
- Mexico - Santa Fefrom $81.16 per day1,281.2 km / 796.1 miles away
- Queretaro Airportfrom $6.46 per day1,364.4 km / 847.8 miles away
- Acapulco Airportfrom $32.36 per day1,402.9 km / 871.72 miles away
- San Luis Potosi International Airportfrom $33.59 per day1,445.4 km / 898.13 miles away
- Monterrey Airportfrom $15.49 per day1,448.9 km / 900.3 miles away
- Monterrey Sheraton Ambassadorfrom $36.06 per day1,464 km / 909.69 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Enterprise
C3 Sur 229 Mza 16 Lt 2, Col Centro
B
National
C 3 Sur 229 Mza 16 Lt 2, Col Centro
C
Alamo
Calle 6 Norte S/N, Entre 5Th Y 10 Ave, Col Centro
D
FOX
Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo Calle 8, Lote 10, Entre Av.15-Av.10
E
Dollar
Playa Del Carmen Plaza Tukan
When to book in Playa del Carmen (Downtown) and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest in Playa del Carmen (Downtown)?
The cost of renting a car in Playa del Carmen (Downtown) varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthAugust | Most expensive month January | ||
| Average price $27 | A good deal $25 | Cheapest supplier NUCarrentals | Cheapest car type Small cars |
Average rental costs per day in Playa del Carmen (Downtown)
$38
$19
$0
$35
in January
Jan
$25
in February
Feb
$18
in March
Mar
$22
in April
Apr
$19
in May
May
$17
in June
Jun
$31
in July
Jul
$16
in August
Aug
$21
in September
Sep
$21
in October
Oct
$23
in November
Nov
$31
in December
Dec
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in Playa del Carmen (Downtown) is August — when rental costs average $15.85 per day. This is 41% cheaper than the yearly average and 54% cheaper than renting a car in January (when prices average $34.50 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car in Playa del Carmen (Downtown)?
Based on how many users search for a car in Playa del Carmen (Downtown), travelers are most likely to rent a car in December, while they are least likely to rent in in September.
Monthly searches in Playa del Carmen (Downtown) by pick-up date relative to the average
2.4
1.2
0
1.8 times in January
Jan
1.8 times in February
Feb
1.4 times in March
Mar
1.2 times in April
Apr
0.4 times in May
May
0.4 times in June
Jun
0.4 times in July
Jul
0.4 times in August
Aug
Sep
0.4 times in October
Oct
1.6 times in November
Nov
2.2 times in December
Dec
For how long do renters keep their vehicles in Playa del Carmen (Downtown)?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in November the average rental period is 19 days, while in September, the average rental period is only one day.
Average number of rental days in Playa del Carmen (Downtown)
21
10
0
8 days in January
Jan
10 days in February
Feb
8 days in March
Mar
5 days in April
Apr
6 days in May
May
6 days in June
Jun
5 days in July
Jul
7 days in August
Aug
1 day in September
Sep
4 days in October
Oct
19 days in November
Nov
6 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | MAS Rent a Car, Enterprise, Europcar, National, Alamo |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Large cars, medium cars, small cars, SUVs |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $19 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | NUCarrentals |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAS Rent a Car | Kia K3 | 4 | Large car |
| Enterprise | Nissan March | 4 | Medium car |
| MAS Rent a Car | Volkswagen Jetta | 4 | Large car |
| MAS Rent a Car | Kia Forte | 4 | Large car |
| Europcar | Chevrolet Aveo | 5 | Large car |
| Enterprise | Nissan Kicks | 4 | SUV |
| Europcar | Chevrolet Beat | 5 | Small car |
| Avis | Chevrolet Aveo | 4 | Medium car |
| MAS Rent a Car | Nissan Versa | 4 | Medium car |
| MAS Rent a Car | Mitsubishi Mirage | 4 | Small car |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 25, 2026)
Prices are lowest during August, starting at $16 for an Economy car and highest in January, when economy cars start at $35. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month in Playa del Carmen (Downtown) is December, while the least popular month is September.
Playa del Carmen (Downtown) hosts: Enterprise, National, Alamo, FOX, Dollar, MAS Rent a Car, Europcar, Budget, Keddy, NUCarrentals. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Here's what travelers say about renting a car in Playa del Carmen (Downtown)
6.7
Average rating
Based on 3 reviews
Best month to visit
October
Happiest customers drive
Chevrolet Malibu
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Jan 18, 2024
Jonas T.
Volkswagen Vento
I walked everywhere bc I didn't take the car.
Dec 28, 2023
Peter G.
Kia Soul
Insurance was unexpected. 800 dollars for 6 days was a shock.
Dec 20, 2023
Natalia C.
Chevrolet Beat
Road trip from Playa Del Carmen to Valladolid, Chichen Itza, Merida, Rio Lagartos and many cenotes on the way
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Enterprise (rated 8.3 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Thrifty (rated 4.9 / 10)
Total number of reviews
3
Total rental companies
13
Average daily price
$51
Lowest daily price
$19
Total cars available
180
Top 13 suppliers in Playa del Carmen (Downtown) in 2026
Enterprise
8.3
Good
7 ratings
Value for money
7.8
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.3
Pick-up speed
8.1
Drop-off speed
8.4
Car cleanliness
8.8
Car condition
8.5
$29–$278
per day
C3 Sur 229 Mza 16 Lt 2, Col Centro
+529841122007
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Mon
07:00-19:00
Tue
07:00-19:00
Wed
07:00-19:00
Thu
07:00-19:00
Fri
07:00-19:00
Sat
07:00-19:00
Sun
07:00-19:00
National
8.2
Good
3 ratings
Value for money
7.4
Ease of finding
8.3
Agent helpfulness
8.0
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.3
Car cleanliness
8.7
Car condition
8.5
$17–$362
per day
C 3 Sur 229 Mza 16 Lt 2, Col Centro
+529841122007 / +529848032042
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07:00-19:00
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07:00-19:00
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07:00-19:00
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7.5
Average
8 ratings
Value for money
6.6
Ease of finding
8.3
Agent helpfulness
7.2
Pick-up speed
7.6
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
7.3
Car condition
7.0
$30–$87
per day
Calle 6 Norte S/N, Entre 5Th Y 10 Ave, Col Centro
9848031239
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Mon
07:30-21:00
Tue
07:30-21:00
Wed
07:30-21:00
Thu
07:30-21:00
Fri
07:30-21:00
Sat
07:30-21:00
Sun
07:30-21:00
FOX
7.2
Below Average
Value for money
5.8
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
6.2
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
7.0
Car condition
6.7
Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo Calle 8, Lote 10, Entre Av.15-Av.10
+529848732820
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Mon
07:00-20:00
Tue
07:00-20:00
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07:00-20:00
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07:00-20:00
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07:00-20:00
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07:00-20:00
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07:00-20:00
Dollar
7.0
Below Average
10 ratings
Value for money
7.1
Ease of finding
6.4
Agent helpfulness
7.1
Pick-up speed
5.9
Drop-off speed
6.6
Car cleanliness
8.1
Car condition
7.5
$34–$104
per day
Playa Del Carmen Plaza Tukan
018007095000
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Mon
07:00-22:00
Tue
07:00-22:00
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07:00-22:00
Thu
07:00-22:00
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07:00-22:00
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07:00-22:00
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07:00-22:00
MAS Rent a Car
7.0
Below Average
2 ratings
Value for money
5.8
Ease of finding
8.1
Agent helpfulness
5.5
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
6.8
Car condition
6.4
$44–$131
per day
Mex Rent A Car, 10 Avenida Nte. entre 14 N y 16 N, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
+523346242114
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Mon
08:00-20:00
Tue
08:00-20:00
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08:00-20:00
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6.8
Poor
27 ratings
Value for money
6.1
Ease of finding
7.0
Agent helpfulness
6.4
Pick-up speed
5.9
Drop-off speed
7.1
Car cleanliness
7.7
Car condition
7.1
$27–$189
per day
PLAYA DEL CARMEN, QUINTANA ROO
+529848732820
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Mon
07:00-20:00
Tue
07:00-20:00
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07:00-20:00
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07:00-20:00
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07:00-20:00
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07:00-20:00
Budget
6.5
Poor
6 ratings
Value for money
5.6
Ease of finding
7.1
Agent helpfulness
5.8
Pick-up speed
7.0
Drop-off speed
7.3
Car cleanliness
6.5
Car condition
6.3
Plaza Pelicanos I-14 Av 10 Nrt
525591809400
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Mon
08:00-19:00
Tue
08:00-19:00
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08:00-19:00
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08:00-19:00
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08:00-19:00
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08:00-19:00
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Keddy
6.0
Poor
16 ratings
Value for money
6.4
Ease of finding
5.5
Agent helpfulness
6.8
Pick-up speed
4.9
Drop-off speed
5.2
Car cleanliness
6.8
Car condition
6.6
$36–$47
per day
Calle 8 Lote 10 Entre Av. 15 y Av. 10, Centro, 77712 Playa del Carmen, Q.R.
+529848732820
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Mon
07:00-20:00
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07:00-20:00
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NUCarrentals
5.9
Very Poor
21 ratings
Value for money
4.6
Ease of finding
6.5
Agent helpfulness
4.9
Pick-up speed
6.4
Drop-off speed
7.0
Car cleanliness
6.1
Car condition
5.5
$19–$148
per day
LOC 24, MANZANA 81 L1, PLAYA DEL CARMEN, QR
+529848033748
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Mon
08:00-18:00
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08:00-18:00
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5.9
Very Poor
64 ratings
Value for money
5.3
Ease of finding
6.4
Agent helpfulness
5.3
Pick-up speed
4.9
Drop-off speed
6.2
Car cleanliness
6.9
Car condition
6.7
$23–$341
per day
5ta Avenida x 14 N y 16 N, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
+523346242114
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08:00-18:00
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08:00-18:00
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America Car Rental
5.7
Very Poor
8 ratings
Value for money
4.0
Ease of finding
7.2
Agent helpfulness
4.4
Pick-up speed
6.3
Drop-off speed
7.2
Car cleanliness
5.4
Car condition
5.0
Condominio Aldea Thai Local 24 Manzana 81 Lote 1, Entre 26 Nte Y Cozumel, Gonzalo Guerrero, 77700 Playa Del Carmen, Q.R.
+529848033748
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Mon
07:00-21:00
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07:00-21:00
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07:00-21:00
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07:00-21:00
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07:00-21:00
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07:00-21:00
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Thrifty
4.9
Very Poor
18 ratings
Value for money
5.3
Ease of finding
4.0
Agent helpfulness
5.6
Pick-up speed
2.4
Drop-off speed
3.6
Car cleanliness
7.0
Car condition
6.3
$32–$97
per day
Av. 10 Norte, esquina 14 Norte Bis, Tucan Plaza, Zona Centro, 77717 Playa del Carmen, Q.R
+52018007095000 / +525591289000
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07:00-21:00
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07:00-21:00
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07:00-21:00
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07:00-21:00
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