Originally Posted by breaux124
How long you renting the car for? What kind of car are you looking for? I noticed that the airport rental agencies have an extra 10% fee versus the car rental places at the Fiesta Americana. I went to the Fiesta Americana and walked around to the various agencies (There was about 5 places all next to each other) and asked for their best price.
Every place I went to included the full insurance in the price. In the end, we got a new Jetta (auto, AC, unlimited milage, etc) for 500 pesos/day (~$50/day) including all taxes which we kept for 4 days. This was from National Rental agency. Don't forget your frequent flyer number because most agencies will get points into other programs (I know Onepass does)
I am looking to rent a car for about 5-6 days. Online, I reserved a stick shift compact car with Avis (airport) but I did not provide any credit card or personal details so I can cancel anytime without penalty. Cost is about $400 for 6 days including all taxes and insurance. I also checked Alamo, Hertz and National. Prices are about the same.
A compact or midsize car is ok with me as long as it has AC, unlimited mileage and decent space for luggage. I do not care so much for frequent flyer miles on rental cars if I have to pay extra to get them.
I am not sure if I should forgo a reservation and try my luck when I get to Merida.