Avis Cozumel International Airport
Rated 4.1 out of 5(105)Avis desk inside Cozumel International Airport, handy if you are flying in and want the keys before you have even left the terminal building.
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Car Rental in Cozumel
Jeeps and cars for the east coast loop and getting to the far dive piers.
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Local car and scooter rental with four offices on the island and no extras bolted on at the counter.
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Hertz Cozumel Airport
Rated 4 out of 5(485)Hertz airport office open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, plus a second desk at the SSA international cruise pier on the south coast road.
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MEX Rent A Car Cozumel Ferry Dock
Rated 3.8 out of 5(341)MEX Rent A Car desk on the ground floor of the Muelle Fiscal ferry terminal, open 9am to 5pm daily, for visitors arriving from Playa del Carmen.
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Sol y Mar Rentals
Rated 3.4 out of 5(68)Local car and scooter rental with four Cozumel offices, publishing flat daily rates from $45 with liability insurance and tax already included in the price.
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Alamo Cozumel International Airport
Rated 4.6 out of 5(239)Alamo branch at Cozumel International Airport on Boulevard Aeropuerto, with after-hours pickup and return arrangements for flights outside counter times.
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Rated 4.4 out of 5(2344)Mexican agency with a Cozumel branch on Avenida 8 de Octubre Norte, staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, with airport pickup arranged on request.
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Rated 4.1 out of 5(115)Long-standing family rental agency on Fifth Avenue North renting cars, Jeeps and scooters, open seven days a week and walkable from the ferry terminal.
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View DetailsBudget Cozumel International Airport
Rated 3.2 out of 5(97)Budget counter at Cozumel International Airport, open 8am to 7pm every day, for travellers who want a car waiting when the flight lands.
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Island Essentials
Our recommended island activities
Renting a car in Cozumel is worth it for one specific reason: the parts of the island a taxi will not wait around for.
The shore-diving entries, the east coast, the southern parks and the beach clubs at the far ends all become straightforward with a vehicle and awkward without one. Most visitors rent for a day or two rather than the whole trip, which is usually the right call given how much of a diving week is spent on a boat anyway. The things that catch people out are in the paperwork rather than the driving: insurance requirements, the fuel policy, the deposit and what happens to it, and who is allowed to drive. Read the rental terms before you sign rather than at the counter.
The listings below cover the rental agencies operating on the island, with the details each one publishes. For the coast that makes a car worth having, see the beach clubs directory, and the guide to Cozumel shore diving covers the entries you can reach with one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a rental car in Cozumel?
A rental car is useful for exploring beyond downtown, visiting several beaches or setting your own schedule. It is less essential if your trip is mainly diving, staying near San Miguel and using taxis or organised tours.
What do I need to rent a car in Cozumel?
Bring a valid driver’s licence, booking details and the payment card required by the rental company. Age, deposit and additional-driver rules vary, so check the supplier’s terms before booking.
Is insurance required when renting a car in Cozumel?
Mexican third-party liability coverage is required. Before paying, confirm what the quote includes, the deductible, deposit hold and exclusions; outside travel or card insurance may not replace local requirements.
Can I collect a rental car at Cozumel airport?
Many suppliers offer airport collection, while others operate from town or provide delivery. Confirm the collection point, hours, shuttle instructions and return procedure with the supplier before arrival.
What should I check before booking a rental car?
Compare the total price, not just the daily rate: liability coverage, deductible, deposit, mileage, fuel policy, additional drivers, pickup location and cancellation terms.