Should You Rent a Car in Maui | From What Car to Rent to Where to Rent & 7 Tips to Save Money

[@nikkibenavides4427]

Definitely use discount Hawaii car rental! We use that everytime visiting the islands. Last month our Jeep rental was $190 for the entire week! Definitely scored ☺️

[@chadpharis879]

I always use discount Hawaii car rental as well. I book a car then look every week or so to see if there’s a cheaper rate.

[@nikkibenavides4427]

chad pharis me too! Lol I think I probably made 20 reservations with them up to my trip last month

[@mygeetube]

How did you get it for $190? Just looking for our trip now, and it's $500+

[@nikkibenavides4427]

Gretchen Genrich hello, I would just always double check the pricing. The good thing about discount Hawaii car rental was that the payment wasn’t due until you were getting your car

[@tyleralexandria2061]

where did you book from, like what island?

[@greglight3745]

We just returned from two weeks on Maui. Rented at the airport with a Costco reservation and selected a full size car from Alamo. Perfect for the four of us.

[@cardboardcutout9684]

Just got back from a trip to Maui. We used Turo and it was unbelievably clutch for us. Much cheaper than most of the sky-high rental car options we saw, and ubers/lyfts were pretty much non-existent in many places. We definitely would have struggled to do many of the things we wanted to do without a car. For anyone planning a trip to Maui soon check out Turo!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for sharing!

[@emilya3395]

Ok wow! This comment right here!

[@mdfiander]

i"m glad you wrote about Turo. I am going to Maui in June and we had decided not to rent a car because they were just too expensive. Then somehow I happened on to Turo. That is who we will use in June.

[@EarlMalmsteen]

same for me 100% turo was the best option. Saved money and got a better vehicle.

[@adamrico3701]

Just booked last week for 15 days in June with AVIS for a Mazda CX-5. Total rental cost is $1,000. Discount Hawaii Rental was $2300!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Is that the Avis pay now price? Discount Hawaii Car Rental is still cheaper for the no pre-payment price per our research. Thanks for watching!

[@rannyreynolds3152]

Good video, we used Kihei Rental three years ago and will again next month. Very good people.

[@Scambush]

I think you really need to make a video updating people about the rental car shortages going on in Hawaii (well and most other places, too). Moral of the story is the car rental needs to be the first thing you book after the airfare.

[@VannidaVlogs]

i am currently struggling to find a rental car atm. prices are at least 200 each day. any advice you can give?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

call local rental car companies to find availability and good deals. This is working for many viewers.

[@kimberlykistler1296]

We are having the same issue. Our trip was planned last minute for us so not much advance planning. Now the car rentals are extremely high and many are sold out for the week we are going. So, I totally agree, from my experience....... car rental first! Thank you for the video, it was so helpful!

[@elyivy0204]

The way it looks the car rental is gonna be more expensive than the airfare.

[@otool]

costco car rental is great as well. Another note is to never prepay and check rates daily for your trip. Its a bit of work but Ive done this for the past 10 years and The rates fluctuate like crazy and you can save tons. thanks for the great videos, especially nice to see what its like on Maui since our last trip was canceled. cant wait to get back!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for the tips!

[@md8744]

Thank you. Better must rent a car absolutely because sometimes we need to go some where else like enjoy food, places we don't have to take any transportation.

[@HenggaoCai]

My rental car was included with my Costco Vacation package.

[@mirjananegovanovic]

We booked a 7 day car rental through Go Rent a Car in Maui for $369 total end of March. They had excellent reviews and easy pickup/dropoff service at the airport. Hoping for the best!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for sharing!

[@josettereto4497]

This video came at the perfect time - we just booked our flights now we have the car! Thanks for the information.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Glad to help! Have a wonderful trip.

[@ricklaporga5867]

Maur No Kai Oi! Can't wait to get there myself.....will share this to my guests who stay at my vacation rentals on Oahu...I can see an increase of visitors in Waikiki! That helps our economy!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Totally! This advice applies to all the islands. Thanks for watching and sharing!

[@vinouthavong1388]

Glad y'all did a video on this one. I just purchase a vacation house on Wailea Golf Vistas property. I was just thinking of what kind of vehicle to purchase. So this video def helps on what to purchase.

[@1305crystal]

This was a great video! We booked our trip and we wanted to rent a jeep for the week for our upcoming 2021 summer trip. We went through Kihei rent a car! They were by far the cheapest rate and they were extremely friendly! Thank you!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Glad to help!

[@kennedywalker478]

We priced out a Jeep for 7 days and it was going to be $1,300 - insane! I will check these local places now. Thank you

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

call around and try different dates to see what they have available.

[@jsaldarriaga86]

Thanks for posting road conditions! I was really nervous, but now I'm just excited. It's good to know the roads are so well maintained and that the speed limits are reasonable.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

glad to hear! we have an article also on driving on Maui: thehawaiivacationguide.com/is-driving-in-maui-dangerous/

[@fosho1415]

Thank you guys so much for this video! Watched this in the afternoon, reached out to EVERY rental company you linked below the same day, and got 1 of the LAST cars available for a really decent price for my upcoming trip! Manaloha Car Rental is not price gauging like many others, their prices doubled, but no where near the $150/day rates that you are seeing. You guys are the best, watching all your other videos now!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

That is great to hear! Good job on hunting for a good rate. It is tough right now but we hope the rates come down soon.

[@TheSpirobulldog]

Turo is my new GO TO. I think it's great!

[@dannysu62]

I'm so lucky that I see your video and you said it is $130 per day. One week ago, I tried to reserve for the whole week and it says $3500 per week I was shocked and did not rent. After seeing your video, I separate some days out and it actually turned out to be $115 per day for less days not the whole week. Even though I need to take the bus to the airport to pick up the car, but it worth it.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Wow, you got an amazing deal. There is a rental car shortage on the islands (America really) so prices are sky high right now.

[@dianecollier7862]

I've been using Discount Maui Car Rental I found them about 8 years ago and always go through them. I pay a little extra so that they fill the vehicle up upon return rather than trying to find a gas station. I love your channel (I just found it) and miss not being in Maui last year. Keep up the awesome videos

[@tinalee-rodriguez2267]

Aloha! Thank you for the great tips for renting a car especially with the shortage in vehicles at the moment. I liked that you always featured Kihei Car Rental which I just made a reservation with. Last time in Maui, we rented at the airport, but with rental over 1k for a week is really not in our budget. I would do another activity and have great food instead. So renting from Kihei Car Rental will be a new experience. We appreciate your help. Mahalo!

[@johnsipple4113]

Excellent and comprehensive vlog on Maui car rentals. I always rent a mini van because of its ease of getting family and friends in and out of the car for the multiple activities we do each day. Loading in and out is faster especially when lugging our scuba gear. Thanks Erica and Jordan!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

A mini van is such a great idea out here for that exact reason!

[@joliettraveler]

Been to Maui 20 times. Rent through Costco. It is the best deal.

[@robertcrosby9607]

My family and I just spent the Thanksgiving holiday on Maui and we used Discount Hawaii, $250 for a minivan for six days....cant beat it!! The van was through Dollar, we were checked in and out within minutes and the tram was a fun bonus!! :)

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

We are glad it worked out so well! I hope you had a great trip over Thanksgiving!

[@oswaldboelcke5470]

Another excellent video. We are headed to Maui in a few months. We decided to rent a car.

[@Eric-de7ph]

Outstanding videos. Enjoyed this one and your other videos. Very helpful in planning our Hawaiian vacation.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks so much! We're glad to hear they helped plan your vacation.

[@creolerican]

TURO is the way to GO!... Spent 6 days in Maui back in Dec 2020, Used TURO to rent a Toyota Prius C for $50/day, we stayed at an resort on the west side and drove to all points of the island(except for the road to Hana) and only used half a tank of Gas. going with the normal rental agency's vehicles would have cost alot more.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for sharing. We had a good experience with Turo on the Big Island.

[@marceld6061]

Another vote here for Discount Hawaii Car Rental! I have been using them since 2014. Definitely saves money over dealing directly with the rental company.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for sharing! Especially now with high prices, it is great to not pre-pay for a booking.

[@danielramsey1959]

I went with Alamo a couple years ago, rented a Cadillac CTS, superb service! But do not go through Expedia.

[@charlottefrost5469]

THANKS FOR ALL THE GREAT TIPS! CANT WAIT TO TRY THEM OUT,

[@brendamarie6081]

I love your videos! Extremely informative! I know nothing about Hawaii and enjoy learning what I need to know before we go. You guys are the best!! Thank you!!

[@BrandanTheBroker]

I'm going to be staying in Maui for a week after Thanksgiving for a class. Planning on staying at the campgrounds instead of the hotel so will definitely need to rent a vehicle.

[@gabrieldepallens9914]

Great video. Thank you so much for all the intel you showed here. Awesome!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

prices are climbing for the summer so book fast!

[@marshallfamilyinia5459]

Wonderful and informative video. So helpful, thanks!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Glad you enjoyed it! thanks for watching

[@korswe]

Parking at resorts is above $40/day, so no brainer. I'm taking shuttle buses and Ubers.

[@xinghanwang4155]

Thank you both so much for this amazing video! We are planning a trip to Maui this year and all your videos are of great help!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Glad we have helped. Have a safe and wonderful trip!

[@kevinryall9774]

Great tips Jordan & Erica! We are planning our first trip to Maui & have been checking out all your Volgs. Great info!!! And yes, we subscribed! Mahalo from Canada! :)

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for subscribing and watching from Canada! have a wonderful trip and I'm glad their is better guidance for our international friends.

[@jenniferhakanson8156]

Every bit of info you’ve given me about Maui has been spot on - until today. Update on pricing --we rented for 8 days at the beginning of June 2022 and the cost was $1,100 for a compact car through Budget. We prepaid in March. Gas was around $6 a gallon at this time. Loved the freedom of the a rental and we fully explored the island but the rental car expense was painful.

[@Joe-lb8qn]

Yep i rented for a month in October and prices were at least double the ballpark numbers quoted here. Seems inflation has really hit. I used Kihei rent a car (used them before) and they were about 1/2 the price of the majors. YOu get a beat up car but it works and also you dont stand out as a tourist so much (eg with a car that might have valuables inside). PLus i dont think they are too bothered about the odd small ding or dent likeyou may get penalised for if you have a shiny almost new rental.

[@MuditVerma]

yikes

[@ameliachen5989]

Thank you very much for such detail information. it is really helpful!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for subscribing!

[@TheGbwebb6407]

We are so appreciative of your videos. Thank you for laying all of this information out for us!

[@littlefroe3316]

I just love your videos- great days ahead

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for watching, have a great trip!

[@nathanurick8320]

We have been going to Maui for ten years now and each time we learn. We stay usually for ten days at a time so we try to plan all outings away from the resort three days in a row and then we only have a three day rental. We find that the resort has such great free shuttles to so many places it’s not worth leaving a rental sitting in the parking lot.

[@bilguana11]

Enterprise has a Kahului location just outside the airport and you save the airport tax. I assume that the old Kahului Safeway has been replaced by the one at the Safeway Express. I never rent convertibles in Hawai'i because it rains and there is very little storage space. And it is obvious that you are a tourist as no locals buy them. You guy make me want to be back on the Islands. Oh, how I miss them.

[@pastorofmuppets8834]

Lol we got a pt cruiser over ten years ago! It was awful. Keen to come and check it out soon when all the travel restrictions are over in Australia!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

People still shudder about all the PT Cruisers that were on the island. Good luck on making it back here soon!

[@leahreid9936]

This was so helpful, thank you!

[@Cragozy]

Thanks for the tips. I will definitely look more into the local rental spots on the next trip. When we were there I joked that you can tell the locals from the tourists. The locals all have Toyota Tacos and tourists drive Jeeps and convertibles.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

True that! I can spot a rental car a mile away. When the island opened again, it was funny to see all the shiny Jeeps back on the roads.

[@bigt4135]

U have to go to Hawaii for at least 2 weeks or it’s not really worth it. The fight it’s so long that u waste a day flying both ways.

[@blr.intheusa]

Depending where you’re coming from…. It’s practically a local flight for many of us west coasters. Inexpensive and quick!

[@crystal6908]

You rock!! This video is so helpful. Thank You!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

have a great trip!

[@kaylarouse5109]

Thanks so much for such amazing content! My husband and I are planning a trip there and your channel/website have been a great asset!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for checking out our website too! Have a great trip!

[@Tawnieandwayne]

Great guide as always thank you for sharing!

[@Artoconnell]

Our rental was 1165 for the week. Worth every penny, choices ranged from 700ish to $$$$$$$ I got the minivan, lol trip was 3-10-22 til 3-15-22 we stayed in Lahaina

[@illrawwtharuler2553]

This was extremely helpful!

[@jeffdancik4322]

I live in Maui be careful what he is saying is not very accurate there's always shortage of cars and the prices are double to triple what he's talking about one of the biggest problems for visitors is finding a rental car when it's busy he's right about one thing book early

[@TheStardust2011]

We reserved a intermediate size (corolla) through Costco Travels for $500 for 8 days. While the local companies has the same dor $380/$390, if we consider the price of uber to pick up/drop + convenience with kids, costco prices seem fair. Also there is no prepayment required.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

that's great. thanks for sharing.

[@mrq0187]

You guys are awesome and this info is worth it’s weight in gold! Btw also wanted to call out another local company Aloha Maui Vans. Thank you!

[@nobs2857]

Ok I don't usually subscribe to channels🤷‍♂️ but I just did to yours. Your videos are super helpful and you just saved me a ton of cash! Thank you!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

That is great to hear, on all fronts. Glad you could save some cash! Have a great time and glad you subscribed, it helps us out!

[@TwirlGuy]

Costco car rental is good too

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Good point! We just booked our rental car in Oahu with Costco as they were cheaper than Discount Hawaii Car Rental this time.

[@evanisgar2417]

Use kimo’s car rental. We used them for two weeks and it was less than one week from any other place. Used the “newer” option which was a 2015 I believe ... rav 4. Car was perfect. Unless you need a flashy vehicle they are the best! Great memories

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for sharing a local place

[@suznknight5896]

Great information. Thanks so much!!

[@gregmatyas4272]

Costco, Costco, Costco!!! They are the way to go for car rentals....renting a premium class car 3/31/21-4/12/21 and total cost is $460, free cancellation and you don’t actually get charged until you return the car. The key is to book as early as possible and then periodically check prices as they drop rebook and cancel the original, rinse and repeat.

[@CVCC]

just checked they want 2500 for 2 weeks, a week after you

[@gregmatyas4272]

@@CVCC yep I don’t doubt it, even my rental would be $2000 if I was booking now, but if I was going in Sep it would be $900. Like I said, the key is to book as early as you can if you see any kind of decent price and then as time goes on the price will drop so then rebook and cancel your original, do that as often as you want/need to to get the best price...yeah it’s sometimes a bit of a pain but it doesn’t cost anything except a little time.

[@tapoutboyz]

We'll be moving to Maui soon. Your videos are awesome!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Good luck on the move! If you are a remote worker, you can apply for the Movers and Shakas program and get discounted flights and hotels.

[@janetberruex3165]

Hi guys, loving your videos..... do you have a video on camping rentals for Maui??

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for watching! We have a video on when we rented a camper van on the road to Hana. Camping was closed due to covid for years, so just recently fully opened again. Camper rentals is contentious on the island due to the amount of homeless camping, beach camping, and lack of spots to camp. If you get a camper, know where you're going to park safely first.

[@theaccidentalsenior]

You should update this as now-because of COVID and Hawaii now opening up-prices for rentals have changed dramatically.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

we provide updates via our bi-weekly newsletter and short videos. the rental car crises should end by early 2022.

[@gah181]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide the rental crisis did not end lol. $700 a week for an economy in July.

[@Mike_44]

Amazing video guys, such great content and info. Thank you guys for the heads up! I'd imagine it's a bit more expensive now with the economy how it is.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

yes, prices change based on supply and demand and as the video gets older. thanks for watching

[@ouamaiahtra6722]

Could you make a video on parking in Oahu? Where you should/shouldn’t park, parking prices, free parking areas?

[@trishadavis2072]

Thanks for this. Cheapest rental currently $1500 for my stay… I ALWAYS rent a car but considering Uber and bus for my stay next week…!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Good idea! Try something different during this time of the great rental car shortage

[@dieselxdan]

Just booked.. It's $130 in July!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for sharing!

[@gilbertbarraza871]

Update please with all the shortages on rentals and uber prices 😩

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

We will make one soon but see our KZbin Shorts as we give updates in those minute long videos. We also give updates in our bi-weekly newsletter: thehawaiivacationguide.com/openupdates/

[@billhobartclairvoyantmedium]

I am so glad I found you ! Love the videos

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@mariselarobles7836]

definitivamente el video que necesitaba mirar. mil gracias.

[@mobiletablet8437]

Read reviews of rental companies. Cheaper priced by no name companies can be a headache. Even some known ones too. As planning for trip to Maui, discovered about hidden costs. Be careful and do research

[@utkumattaktas7994]

Thank you , so helpful 👍

[@yamahan00b11]

nice tips

[@extremelylargeslug4438]

I’m hoping to get a transfer to Kahului Airport to work there with my airline! Looks wonderful.

[@MCOB2019]

I kept reading that the backside of Haleakala was aweful, I guess this is where being from the country and visiting countries like Mexico pays off. The road was not the worst I’ve been on, but it def is not for the inexperienced. I had a mid size SUV though so that did help. However, it was one of the most peaceful and beautiful drives I had in Maui. I enjoyed it more than road to Hana. 😅

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for sharing your experience! We did it in a sudan without a problem, but you are right, one should be comfortable driving it. We have a video on it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpubfHSNgcubos0

[@russelllangworthy8855]

Jordan and Erica, first of all, thank you for all the great videos. You two do the best job of any of the myriad videos I’ve seen. Question….are you allowed to take the top off of a rental Jeep? I want to rent a Jeep when we go in September, but only if we can take the top off. Thank you and keep up the great videos.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Yes, we’ve seen people do it! Call your specific rental car company just to confirm though.

[@russelllangworthy8855]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Thank you. Good advice.

[@scottprice4813]

Gotta have a car. The bus service although impressive for an island and valuable for a retiree just doesn’t have good frequency. Forget ride sharing .

[@kenchandrasena2070]

If you stay at one of the resorts in Wailea or Lahaina, the math doesn't quite add up as the parking rates can easily be $50/day. If you are doing AirBnb, then this does not apply

[@Scambush]

Looks like you really need to book rental cars in advance I looked for rentals for tomorrow (just to see what last-minute availability would be like) and everything is sold out nothing available.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

the island is starting to get busy again. A lot of the local rental places are booked a few weeks in advance.

[@MrMikebarry1]

Priceline had good deals. But whatever you do don't rent a Tesla trying to charge is a nightmare.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

It can be tough. We owned an electric car and the public charging was out of service a lot. If you have a charger at your resort, you can make it work.

[@grahamgraves286]

You really need to mention that if you rent a jeep with the thoughts of going off road, you will void your contact and be charged inflated prices if you get stuck off road.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

we don't want to give any one the idea to go off road, it isn't respectful. But yes, we get you! There is a big cost risk if you go off road and get stuck.

[@bigt4135]

U gotta rent a jeep and do the road to hona.

[@jordanmiller4102]

Would be great to update this for the out-of-control rate situation of 2021.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

we provide short videos on updates on the rental car situation. the video is relevant for normal times, at least the prices. Experts think the shortage is over by early 2022 or earlier.

[@chadwaldorf]

Hi, I’ve been watching a few of your videos for the last week. I’m heading to Kauai in October and wondered if you can recommend any independent car rentals on that island. What I have reserved through discount Hawaii car rentals is $1,000 for the week.

[@jasonclark12345]

Looked at discount Hawaii car rental and they were almost 200 - 300 per week more than anyone else for a standard Jeep

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Always good to price check!

[@hilary7090]

I just rented a SUV through Turo for 9 days in Maui in September for $600! Turo is pretty good!

[@oakhuemo66]

I'm a New Yorker. These prices don't seem that expensive.

[@malpal789]

Has anyone used Aloha Rent A Car? If so, how is it?

[@judithkozee6552]

Hmm, April 2021 it is almost $600 for a 2016 Sentra from a local rental place

[@VannidaVlogs]

i am currently struggling to find a rental car atm. prices are at least 200 each day. any advice you can give?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Contact the small local agencies. Call them. If they are booked they can direct you to other small rental car agencies that might have availability

[@VannidaVlogs]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Thank you so much! I got lucky and scored the last car on a local website just right now. Saved at least 800! Thank you and God Bless 😊

[@Ollafebryolla]

Wait, i just check the price for compact car is $112/day for September 2022, what happend to rental car in hawaii? 😰 price is so expensive

[@mikercflyer7383]

When did the train at the airport start operation? I remember the first time we came to Maui there was no terminal they rolled the stairs over to the aircraft. And we have used Kihei Rent a car actually we still have some credit with them hopefully this virus thing will be over soon.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

The train and rental car center was opened a few years ago. It must have been something to fly into Kahului back then. Nice to hear you used Kihei Rent a Car, they are wonderful there and celebrating 30 yrs of business this year.

[@Schlaff]

thank you sir and madam

[@kentc6973]

Idk where you get these numbers. Looks like a grand or more for a rental for a weak.

[@Scambush]

Good thing I wasn't traveling and renting cars in the late 00s, I still hope there are no PT "Losers" on the rental car lot.

[@woblelol]

We are planning for june and the rental prices are looking something like 1000 dollars a week!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

yes, big spike due to car fleets being reduced. Book now but don't pre-pay and watch for prices to hopefully decrease. thehawaiivacationguide.com/discount-car-rental Or car local rental car companies!

[@amym7075]

I'm trying to book a trip in August, and oh jeez the car rentals here are expensive. Over 100 dollars per day seems to be the norm for a pretty average car :/

[@mypointofview6118]

I just looked and the cheapest is $300 per day ! I had to cancel my trip to Maui it’s insane

[@4locococo_xo]

Yeah right they charged me 3000 for a week

[@janessasiv4276]

I didn't think that April is still technically the busy month. I am struggling finding a good price rental car. I am excited for my trip in the next two week but I exhaust all the resources. Any other options?!?!

[@ilikeyou504]

Great stuff! Btw how is it traveling during pandemic? Do they check negative tests at airport? Any quarantine restrictions?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Watch our videos on how to do the pre travel testing program. A negative test is required before you depart.