Renting a car in Costa Rica is very
simple and common among travelers. Your normal driver’s license, from whichever
country you live in, will be fine for the duration of your visa. Most of the
major rental car companies are located in San Jose. The best method is to do a
loop around the country, returning your car to San Jose at the end of your
trip.
A good 4WD car can run your about
$70/day, including tax and insurance. Always opt for a 4WD vehicle. The roads
in Costa Rica can go from perfect, newly paved to dirt and dust in a heartbeat.
Thankfully, most places are within a 2 – 5 hour drive of San Jose, so even if
you do end up on a lousy road, it won’t be for long.
