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Sarasota mainly features large streets and highways that are suitable for a wide range of vehicle sizes. If you are planning to visit the coast and all that the Gulf of Mexico has to offer, you shouldn’t have any issues renting an SUV or minivan. If you decide to drive around and park in the city center, then it may be worth renting a smaller car.
Generally, across Florida, the legal speed limit is 55 mph. On rural interstate highways the speed limits is 70 mph, while on four-lane highways the limit is 65 mph. Driving on other state highways means a maximum speed of 60 mph. In urban areas of Sarasota, the speed limit is 30 mph, with just 10-20 mph allowed in school zones.
Parking in Sarasota is easy as the city boasts over 3000 public parking spaces in its downtown area, as well as curbside parking, parking lots, and parking garages. Street parking is free while parking lots and garages charge from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. If you’re heading to the coast, both Siesta and Lido Beaches have a free public parking lot.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Thrifty (S$ 35/day), Hertz (S$ 35/day) and Dollar (S$ 36/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Thrifty 6000 Airport Circle 34243 (7 kilometres from the city centre).
The average price of fuel in Sarasota 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.
Mini (Nissan Quest or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Sarasota.
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
A Mini car rental in Sarasota costs S$ 87 per day, on average.
A Standard car rental in Sarasota costs S$ 137 per day, on average.
3 locations in Sarasota
Locations in Sarasota
435 North Washington Blvd
+1 941 806 6093
6018 Airport Circle
+1 941 359 5360
7010 South Tamiami Trail
+1 941 921 7408
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8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Jun 2024
People carrier
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, May 2024
People carrier
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Full-size
8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Full-size
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Intermediate SUV
5 locations in Sarasota
Locations in Sarasota
1003 N Washington Blvd
+1 941 365 7228
4229 Clark Rd
+1 941 925 9943
5101 S Tamiami Trl
+1 941 923 7595
5664 Fruitville Rd
+1 941 378 5900
6000 Airport Cir
+1 833 336 0435
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10.0 Wonderful
Timothy, Aug 2024
Premium SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2024
Passenger van
3.9 Poor
Beau, Jun 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2021
Pros:
Representative was not pushy about buying insurance coverage, or prepayment for fuel.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2021
Cons:
Booked a convertible it confirmed. Got there and they didn't have a convertible because on was returned earlier that day with damage. They could have called or emailed before I paid to Uber to the dealership. The woman that was helping was insanely abrasive and rude about it instead of apologetic. I understand things happen but I absolutely should have been notified before my reservation time plus she did not need to be so abrasive about it. Apologetic and calm if the way she should have approached it. I am extremely unsatisfied and will not book again.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2021
Cons:
Do not be late! This store closes at 5:00PM. Our daily rental rate increased dramatically when we picked up the next morning.2 locations in Sarasota
Locations in Sarasota
5225 S Tamiami Trail
+1 941 925 8360
6000 Airport Circle
+1 941 355 8848
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4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Compact SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Bryan, Sept 2024
Passenger van
2.0 Poor
David, May 2024
Full-size SUV
2.0 Poor
Todd, Feb 2024
Intermediate
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2023
Standard
One location in Sarasota
Locations in Sarasota
6000 Airport Circle
+1 941 355 2996
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10.0 Wonderful
Chameleon, Oct 2023
Intermediate SUV
4.0 Mediocre
Ross, May 2021
Pros:
The car drove niceCons:
The pickup experience was a disaster. There was no organization or communication. The car was also filthy. My wife and I had to clean it with Clorox wipes before getting in.4.0 Mediocre
David, May 2021
Pros:
The car was nice and the pick up was fineCons:
There was no one there for drop off and then, even though I prepaid through kayak I had an additional charge of $195 and since I couldn’t talk to anyone and didn’t get an emailed receipt, I have NO IDEA why6.0 Okay
Kris, May 2021
Cons:
The car was old and the tires were almost bald in addition the brakes were poor ! For what we paid I do not believe it was a good value6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Apr 2021
Cons:
Waited in line over an hour to get to the counter to get our car. There was garbage in our vehicle when we got in and it didn’t appear to have been cleaned.6.0 Okay
Brendan, Apr 2021
Cons:
Interior windows were filthy. Our “full size” SUV was not full size.3 locations in Sarasota
Locations in Sarasota
435 North Washington Blvd
+1 941 806 6095
6018 Airport Circle
+1 941 359 5240
7010 South Tamiami Trail
+1 941 927 3220
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6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Sept 2024
Convertible
10.0 Wonderful
WAYNE, May 2024
People carrier
10.0 Wonderful
Kathleen, Oct 2023
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
J, May 2021
Cons:
One of the worst car rental experiences2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2021
Cons:
When we got there they did not have our truck. Two others had reservations for trucks as well. The lady said she didn't know when they might get any trucks...why was the reservation allowed to be booked if no trucks? Bait and switch at its finest. Never renting from Avis again.6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Apr 2021
Pros:
The 2nd car was clean & in good working condition. Try’s car w/ cracked windshield & followed all instructions when I called in & got case #, did follow up before returning car. Simple “incident report” done upon return, easy, 15 min to do paperwork so was impressed they gave outside service, avoiding lines inside terminal.Cons:
Initial car had obvious front end or alignment problem that should have never been rented out. Caused me to return next day for replacement. Eating my valuable vacation time.One location in Sarasota
Locations in Sarasota
6000 Airport Cir
+1 833 336 0433
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10.0 Wonderful
Kenneth, Apr 2024
Full-size
10.0 Wonderful
Melissa, May 2021
Pros:
Staff was wonderful and very helpful.Cons:
Have more suburbans on website.10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2021
Pros:
Beautiful car. Paid for gas ahead.. so no problem. Returned with 1/2 tank.. Not sure I will do that again.Cons:
Return was a real headache. I called day before to make sure ok to return before 4:00 am due to flight at 5:00 am, NO ENVELOPES at either key drop site!!! Dropped car off in parking lot. NO Envelopes! Ran back to make sure my 82 year old friend was ok at Delta counter. Then ran back to actual counter INSIDE airport. NO Envelopes. Ripped off a piece of paper and wrote info on it. Folded paper around key and had to practically stand on my head to get key in slot!!! By then I was exhausted. What can you say to me about this?? Curious if anyone will reach out to me since I treated the car with kid gloves!! ???10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2022
2 locations in Sarasota
Locations in Sarasota
5225 South Tamiami Trail
+1 941 925 8360
6000 Airport Circle
+1 941 355 2996
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2.0 Poor
Richard, May 2024
Supplier choice
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2024
Standard SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Natalie, May 2021
Pros:
Reasonably priced. The Drop off was very quick and easy.Cons:
Long wait to pick up the car.6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Feb 2021
Pros:
The pickup was a two hour wait just to get the car. Other than that, it went fine.10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2020
Pros:
yesCons:
Sirius didn't work despite it being part of the paid for package9.6 Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2020
Pros:
Friendly staff. Easy pick up and drop off.One location in Sarasota
Locations in Sarasota
6018 Airport Circle
+1 941 749 2900
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4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Mar 2021
Pros:
I really liked the upgrade to the minivan.Cons:
We waited one hour and 45 minutes in line at SRQ for the rental car. Only one attendant there. I also got a ticket for an expired tag that I had no control over.8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Feb 2021
Pros:
YesCons:
Clean vehicle Somebody available to do a walk around with prior to exiting facility9.2 Wonderful
Derek, Jun 2020
Pros:
easy drop off, nice clean carCons:
Only one agent working for 3 different rental car companies at the time of pick-up and caused very long lines10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2020
Pros:
Everyone was efficient and friendly, the car was fine and the price was right.Cons:
Nothing, we will definitely consider Kayak again.4.4 Mediocre
Anonymous, Feb 2020
Pros:
That eventually I got a small car.Cons:
Had reserved a small car -- but only a truck was available. Was told to come back the next day, when there would be plenty of cars, and swap it out for a small car. Did that -- told us that no cars were available (all cars reserved -- tho of course my car was reserved too). Told to come back the next day between 8-10am -- when there would surely be plenty of cars. Did...and after 30 minutes (first saying there were no cars) they found a small car. Incidentally, had tried to call ahead each time but the main office didn't know the local car situation and no one answered the phone at the local office. Local office told me that they don't have anyone available to answer the phone. This isn't a problem that can be solved without people driving all the way to the airport to find out if there are cars available?9.2 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2019
Pros:
Staff very friendly but had to cover three different rental agencies with two people and a long line. I felt very bad for them as some of the crowd were nasty and it was not their fault.Cons:
More staffing at the pickup counter.One location in Sarasota
Locations in Sarasota
6000 Airport Cir
+1 833 336 0434
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8009 15th Street E
+1 727 643 5427
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Most popular car type | Mini |
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Pick-up location | Sarasota |
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Car types | Compact, Convertible, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, People carrier, Premium, Standard, Standard SUV |
Hire locations | 21 |
Airport locations | 11 |
Popular agencies | Thrifty, Dollar, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo |