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The recommended car rentals in Panama City are standard or full-size cars. Since you will not be driving through narrow streets, but could still encounter a busy environment along the shores of Panama City Beach, these models will provide a blend of maneuverability and comfort. It will also allow you the storage room to pack materials for a full day of beach enjoyment.
The typical speed limit in Panama City for a residential neighborhood or business district is 25mph. Major roads, such as Highway 98 that connects Panama City and Panama City Beach, have limits of around 45mph. Stay under the limit when you pass Panama City Beach, as the police presence in the area is concentrated to ensure a safe environment for beachgoers.
With nearly 100 public beach access points along the shores of Panama City Beach, you have plenty of options to choose from when looking for a parking spot. The majority of these access points have free public parking, though you should check the beach flag warning system before parking and walking to the beach. These flags indicate the safety of the water at each access point, and the presence of the double-red flag means that you should find another spot on the beach since that access point is closed to the public. In downtown Panama City, you can find over 4,000 spots along the streets and in designated lots. These spots can vary in cost depending on their proximity to the downtown area but typically cost around $1 for an hour. They also have a variety of time limits, with certain spots in the heart of downtown only allowing a maximum of 2h.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Hertz (S$ 55/day), Budget (S$ 68/day) and Alamo (S$ 131/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Hertz 6401 West Bay Parkway 32409 (26 kilometres from the city centre).
The average price of fuel in Panama City is S$ 4.91 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between S$ 59 and S$ 78, depending on the car size.
Economy (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Panama City.
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
An Economy car rental in Panama City costs S$ 78 per day, on average.
A Mini car rental in Panama City costs S$ 120 per day, on average.
A Standard car rental in Panama City costs S$ 100 per day, on average.
One location in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
6300 West Bay Pkwy
+1 844 370 3972
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Full-size
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Standard
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Sept 2023
Full-size
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2021
Pros:
Reserved a car through Priceline for Panama Beach to be picked up at the airport. Our original flight was cancelled and we arrived 3 hours later than originally planned. The rental company counters were all extremely busy, and I could overhear a lot of people trying to rent cars who had not made reservations, so I was worried they might not have held our reservation for us but they still had our reservation, and the type of vehicle we requested.10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2021
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This was the first time we used Alamo car rental. The customer service was phenomenal.4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Apr 2021
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Mini van was filthy. Food caked to back seat . Really bad odor to vehicle. Alamo did compensate part of the rental back2 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
6300 West Bay Parkway
+1 850 769 1411
731 North Highway 231
+1 850 914 3090
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6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Intermediate SUV
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, May 2021
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Nice leather good price. Good gas mileage.Cons:
One ac vent broke couldn’t adjust, smell terrible like smoke, burns and peeling on plastic pieces in dash and looks like someone spilled milk in the ac vents6.0 Okay
Anonymous, May 2021
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The car was dirty and had registration that was 6 months overdue.8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Apr 2021
Pros:
Staff was friendly and helpful.Cons:
I would have chosen differently had I known that I would have a beetle instead of the Kia. Changing was painless however.4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Mar 2021
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easy processCons:
I was talked into an upgrade and it made it sound like it was of no extra charge. I was then charged for the upgrade making my price way higher than I was comfortable with.8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Mar 2021
Pros:
Nice car,Cons:
The tire pressure gauge did not work properly.2 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
6300 West Bay Parkway
+1 850 763 0108
731 North Highway 231
+1 850 769 2449
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8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Intermediate SUV
8.0 Very Good
Rick, Mar 2024
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Standard SUV
10.0 Wonderful
John, Nov 2023
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Terri, Oct 2023
Full-size
2.0 Poor
William, Oct 2022
2 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
2106 W 15th Street
+1 850 913 9112
6401 West Bay Parkway
+1 850 235 2201
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2024
People carrier
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Intermediate SUV
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Nov 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Lloyd, Dec 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2021
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Staff was very friendly and helpful. Car was really nice.Cons:
When I rented I could have sworn it said I was renting from the Panama City Airport but not so. We had to take a cab to the Hertz location somewhere in the middle of town. Airport Hertz said there was no way to change it. It was logistically challenging. Kayak or Hertz should do a better job of clarifying that the rental is not at the airport.3 locations in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
1104 W 15th St
+1 850 872 9206
2024 W 23rd St
+1 850 747 1110
6300 West Bay Pkwy
+1 833 740 1725
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2.0 Poor
Courtney, Sept 2024
Intermediate
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Standard SUV
6.0 Okay
Jimmy, May 2024
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Full-size
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2023
People carrier
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2021
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Fast and friendlyCons:
PriceOne location in Panama City
Locations in Panama City
6300 West Bay Pkwy
+1 844 370 3973
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2.0 Poor
gail, Mar 2021
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After I booked the car the agent from national in Panama City airport called me and told me they were sold out so I was on my way to the airport thinking I had a car but I didn’tCons:
Maybe you could be a little more organized with your inventory8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Dec 2019
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Truck was dirty but service before and after was greatOne location in Panama City
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Most popular car type | Economy |
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Pick-up location | Panama City |
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Car types | Compact, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, People carrier, Standard SUV, Supplier choice |
Hire locations | 12 |
Airport locations | 7 |
Popular agencies | Budget, Hertz, Alamo |