Book with Zest Car Rental in Costa Rica!
Zest Car Rental provides a fresh and honest approach to hiring a car in Costa Rica. At Zest, we know how important transparency is when booking car rental. Our four-step booking process is simple and hassle-free, with no hidden costs or extras. At Zest, we know when planning your trip, you shouldn’t have to sweat the details and focus on the small print. Instead, you can relax and look forward to your holiday, without getting lost in car rental complications!
We also know that sometimes, plans change. Therefore, we offer free cancellation and amendments up to 48 hours before your rental start as standard. Should you require it, we also offer enhanced cancellation protection for a small fee. This offers you free cancellation right up to the time your rental starts!
Zest Car Rental only works with carefully selected and trusted car rental providers in Costa Rica who care as much about reputation as we do, and always put the customer first. All our providers are monitored closely, and we review customer feedback frequently to ensure you receive the best rental experience possible. Our amazing customer feedback has meant we are ranked ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot. Also, Zest Car Rental are Feefo Platinum Trusted! You can read our Feefo reviews here!
Stay protected with Zest! We offer breakdown assistance in Costa Rica as standard. Should you wish to be fully covered, we can provide you with our industry leading top-up insurance. Our top-up insurance is the top level of cover available provided by us. You’ll receive reimbursement cover against any loss or damage to the vehicle not covered by the standard car hire insurance. To find out what is covered on our top-up insurance, check out our blog! You can rest assured we’ve made things as simple as possible so you can focus on enjoying your holiday and exploring hidden gems!
If you wish to share the driving on holiday, we have negotiated a free additional driver with many of our trusted car rental providers! If your chosen provider does include a free additional driver, this will be clearly labelled on the quote page. Generate a quick and easy quote today!
All rental providers we work with operate a fair fuel policy. This means you either collect the car full of fuel then return it full or return it with the same amount provided upon collection. Hassle-free and straightforward! Learn more about fair fuel policies here!
If you ever have any queries before, during or after your car rental, our friendly customer support team is here to help you. We can even provide you with a quote or make your booking over the telephone! Our U.K. based call centre is open 7 days a week. Wherever you are, Zest are! We operate a 24/7 Customer Support Telephone line for any urgent enquiries during out of office hours.
The great inclusions Zest offers with every rental has led to us being the one and only Which? Recommended Car Hire Broker, an accolade we have earnt every year since 2017! Which? Concluded that Zest Car Rental goes ‘beyond for their customers’ and awarded Zest with a five-star rating for the clarity of the final hire cost. Fresh, Honest and Transparent!
Should I hire a car in Costa Rica with Zest Car Rental?
Located close to the narrowest point of the Central American isthmus and with coastlines on both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, Costa Rica offers holidaymakers a getaway like no other. Exploring Costa Rica with a hire car is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in the country's natural beauty and diverse landscapes.
Costa Rica is renowned for its lush rainforests, and having a hire car allows you to delve deep into these biodiverse ecosystems. Drive to destinations like Tortuguero National Park on the Caribbean coast, where you can take a guided boat tour through winding canals, spotting exotic wildlife like sloths, howler monkeys, and toucans along the way. In the Arenal region, drive to the Arenal Volcano National Park and hike through rainforest trails, soak in natural hot springs, or explore the lava fields from the volcano's past eruptions.
Explore the beautiful Costa Rica Rainforest!
Where can I rent a car in Costa Rica?
No matter which part of Costa Rica you’re visiting, you’ll find Zest Car Rental can be of service. The destinations we cover include:
San José Airport – Named after Joseph of Nazareth, San José is the capital of Costa Rica and is a charming city covered in brightly coloured murals. There are friendly cafés and restaurants serving up wonderful local cuisine and a vibrant art scene to immerse yourself in. If you want to escape the city, San José is surrounded by jagged mountain peaks which are well worth exploring.
La Fortuna – A delightful tourist hotspot, La Fortuna is home to a number of unique butterfly farms, cultural coffee farms, and is just a short drive away from the magnificent Arenal Volcano. While exploring beyond La Fortuna itself, don’t forget to also take in the allure of the Sarapiqui jungles.
Playas del Coco – Near Liberia Airport, Playas del Coco is great for tapping into the culture of Costa Rica. The resort is surrounded by spectacular cloud forests, volcanoes, and a stunning horseshoe-shaped bay.
Need to contact us on rental?
We hope that your holiday and car hire collection goes smoothly, however we understand that things don’t always go to plan.
If your flight is cancelled or delayed, please let us know on +44 1362 852288.
If you experience an issue upon collection, a member of our customer support team will be more than happy to help! Contact us and we will liaise with the car rental provider to resolve any problems.
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