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Cheap Car Rentals in Nelson, New Zealand

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How far in advance should I rent a car in Nelson?

For the best savings on car rentals in Nelson, make your reservation 81 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₱2,057/day – about 4,584% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in Nelson?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Nelson is Go Rentals (rated 10.0/10). Avis (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

Go Rentals
Go Rentals
10.0
Avis
Avis
10.0
Hertz
Hertz
10.0
EZI
EZI
10.0

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Nelson?

At Nelson, the best time to rent a car is in July, with an average daily rate of just ₱1,714. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ₱4,057 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Nelson, the best time to rent a car is in July, with an average daily rate of just ₱1,714. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging ₱4,057 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

₱3,600

February

₱3,485

March

₱2,686

April

₱2,571

May

₱1,828

June

₱1,828

July

₱1,714

August

₱1,771

September

₱1,771

October

₱1,943

November

₱2,857

December

₱4,057

What car do most people rent in Nelson?

SUV rentals (Toyota RAV4, for example) are the most popular in Nelson. Compact (Toyota Corolla) and Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting Nelson.

Which car rental company has the most locations in Nelson?

In Nelson, Alamo, Apex, Apollo Car Rentals, and Avis have 1 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.

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Top rental agencies in Nelson, New Zealand

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Nelson, New Zealand known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Nelson, New Zealand. Reviews were last updated on September 16, 2025.

Go Rentals

1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

EZI

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Europcar

9.5
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.5

Apex

8.0
Very good
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.0

Budget

6.0
Okay
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

8.0

Dollar

2.0
Poor
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Nelson, New Zealand, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on September 16, 2025.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Nelson for a week from Snap Rentals?

    Snap Rentals offers rental cars in Nelson for about ₱17,639 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Nelson?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Nelson for a month is certainly possible.

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