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Top Tips for Hiring a Luxury Car in Charleston
- Charleston is in the South Carolina Lowcountry. It is a short drive to several beaches, including Folly, Sullivan’s Island, Seabrook Island, and Edisto Beach. Charleston has a growing business and tourist industry. Whether you’re in town for business or to visit the local attractions, a Charleston luxury car rental will make the experience more enjoyable. Luxury car rentals have added comforts and premium features such as leather seats and high-end sound systems. They provide added comfort making them ideal if you plan to take a trip to other hotspots in South Carolina such as Myrtle Beach or Hilton Head.
- The Charleston International Airport (CHS) in North Charleston is a good place to pick up a Charleston luxury car rental. The airport is about 20 minutes from downtown Charleston and the large suburban town of Mount Pleasant. Here, you’ll find offices for several car rental agencies, including Alamo, Avis, and Budget. These agencies have offices inside the airport terminal. Other car rental agencies, like Thrifty and Dollar, provide a regular shuttle to and from the airport to their offices.
- You should be aware of rush hour traffic if you’re driving a Charleston luxury car rental. On weekdays, peak driving hours are from around 7:30 am to 9 am and 4:30 pm to 6 pm after work. You can expect traffic backup at rush hour if you’re driving on busy streets or highways such as King Street, Highway 17, or I-26. U-turns and right-on-red turns are legal in South Carolina. However, be on the lookout for signs that prohibit or restrict this driving rule.
- A valid driver's license is required to rent a car in Charleston. You'll also need a major credit card for a security deposit. This credit card has to be in the name of the primary driver. You must be at least 21 years old to rent a car. For Charleston luxury car rentals and exotic car rentals, including convertibles, most car rental agencies will require that you be 25 or older.
- 25% of our users found a luxury car hire in Charleston for £134 or less
- Book your luxury car hire in Charleston at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- October is typically the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Charleston, with prices around £72 per day. The most expensive month is June, with average prices of £138 per day.
FAQs About Hiring a Luxury Car in Charleston
Where is a good place to park a rental car in downtown Charleston?
Street parking is available in downtown Charleston. The cost for metered parking is around $2 per hour with a 2-hour parking limit. The meters accept coins or credit cards. However, when driving a luxury vehicle, you might feel safer parking it in a garage. There are several garage parking options in and around the city center. For example, if you're visiting the South Carolina Aquarium, there is a garage close by on Calhoun Street. There are a couple of garages on King Street. One is near Midtown, and the other is close to the Charleston City Market. Lot or garage parking is about $2 per hour or $18 for the entire day.
What is the best luxury car to rent in Charleston?
The Cadillac XTS is a popular luxury car to rent. It is very spacious, with plenty of legroom for you and your passengers. It also has a stylish interior and a great infotainment system. The Ford Mustang muscle car is a good choice if you’re more interested in a sporty car. It has a powerful engine and provides fast acceleration. A luxury SUV like a Lexus RX might be ideal if you need added room for passengers or cargo.
What are car rental agencies in neighborhoods around Charleston?
There is a Budget at 390 Meeting Street in Downtown Charleston very close to the Aiken-Rhett House Museum. About 5 miles from downtown, Enterprise has an office at 2004 Savannah Highway. Another Budget office is at 2070 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard, not far from the Citadel Mall.
How does KAYAK find such low luxury car hire prices?
KAYAK compares luxury car hire prices from all major car hire companies such as Thrifty, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, Payless and more to find you the best deal.
How much does a luxury car hire cost in Charleston?
On average a luxury car hire in Charleston costs £134 per day.
Which car hire companies in Charleston hire luxury cars?
Car hire companies in Charleston that hire luxury cars include Alamo.
How much does it cost to hire a luxury car for a week in Charleston?
On average a luxury car in Charleston costs £940 per week (£134 per day) to hire.
How much does it cost to hire a luxury car long term for a month in Charleston?
On average a luxury car in Charleston costs £4,028 per month (£940 per week) to hire.
Charleston Luxury Car Rental Company Reviews
Alamo
9.2
Wonderful
170 reviewsCleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.2
Value for money
8.7
One location in Charleston
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4.0 Mediocre
Feb 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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We were treated so kindly. The young man carried our luggage to the car and even gave us a choice. Most will not do that!10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
Pros:
All of the staff I had come into contact with were phenomenal! Couldn't have asked for better service.Cons:
If they had actually attached the invoice to to email that was sent to me.8.0 Very Good
Mar 2021
Pros:
Easy in and out. Car was very comfortable.Cons:
The battery died on me the first day, but Alamo roadside assistance was able to fix the problem and all was good the rest of the trip.10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2021
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It was a last minute decision to rent & the process was easy and the car was great10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2020
Pros:
Staff was super friendly and efficient, pick up was quickEnterprise Rent-A-Car
7.8
Good
175 reviewsCleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.8
Value for money
7.5
6 locations in Charleston
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8.0 Very Good
Apr 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
2.0 Poor
Jan 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
2.0 Poor
Oct 2023
8.0 Very Good
Jun 2021
Pros:
They had car ready for me when I showed up.Cons:
I didn't realize that the pickup was several miles away from airport which was inconvienent and expensive taking an Uber to and from location to pick-up and drop off car.Hertz
7.3
Good
125 reviewsCleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.4
Value for money
6.8
4 locations in Charleston
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6.0 Okay
Nov 2021
2.0 Poor
Oct 2021
2.0 Poor
May 2021
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I was called a few minutes before my pickup time to be told the car was not availableCons:
You tell me as for now, I will never use Hertz again8.0 Very Good
May 2021
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Staff at airport corrected the problemCons:
I booked a pick up time at a location that was closed. I should not have been allowed to book at that time. Called Hertz and the wouldn’t find me a similar car anywhere near for my family of 6 stranded travelers.2.0 Poor
May 2021
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They canceled on us with about 90 minutes notice before the reservation started. They said sorry but did nothing to help redress situation (eg % off next time or some token like that)2.0 Poor
May 2021
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Nothing. There was no car available the entire time we were in Mt Pleasant, Sc from 14 May thru 17 May. I had previously made a confirmed reservation on 4 May and my credit card account had the amount posted already.Cons:
Arrangements should have been made when it was evident that no car was available at the appointed time.Budget
6.0
Okay
351 reviewsCleanliness
6.5
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.1
Value for money
6.2
3 locations in Charleston
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2024
2.0 Poor
Mar 2024
2.0 Poor
Feb 2024
4.0 Mediocre
Feb 2024
Avis
5.4
Fair
110 reviewsCleanliness
5.9
Comfort
6.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.4
Value for money
5.6
3 locations in Charleston
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2.0 Poor
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
8.0 Very Good
Nov 2023
2.0 Poor
May 2021
Pros:
should’ve have been more courteous send us an email explaining the company has no vehicles before the date of pickup, I lost a day of work thinking my reservation was good but I was told “Life happens “Cons:
Notifications or warnings before the date of pickup8.0 Very Good
Sept 2020
Pros:
We received an upgrade car from the one we reserved. Drop off at ATL airport rental car center was quick and convenient.Cons:
Pickup at CHS was a little slow. Car had a strong smoker smell, but we didn’t want to delay our trip any further by going back to ask for another one.6.0 Okay
Jun 2020
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Pick up and drop off was quick and easy.Cons:
Car smelled of cigarette smoke.National
8.0
Very Good
7 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.2
Value for money
8.4
One location in Charleston
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
May 2020
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Great car cleanCons:
NothingEasirent
4.7
Mediocre
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One location in Charleston
Sunnycars
No score available yet
2 locations in Charleston
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Charleston Luxury Car Hire Information
| Pick-up location | Charleston |
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| Car types | Luxury |
| Hire locations | 1 |
| Airport locations | 1 |
| Popular agencies | Avis |