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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Victoria
- Renting a car in Victoria lets you explore the city and its surroundings on your own schedule without having to pay for cabs or face the crowds in public transports. Perched on the edge of Vancouver Island, the city has lots of places you can drive to such as Beacon Hill Park. A hire car is also perfect for discovering other destinations outside Victoria, including the scenic route to nearby Saanich Peninsula, which is only 45 minutes away.
- All the big car hire agencies can be found at Victoria International Airport (YYJ), which is located approximately 25 km (15.5 miles) north of Victoria. Car hire services are situated in the arrivals hall of the airport's passenger terminal, straight across from the Information Desk. Handicap hand controls are available with some companies when requested in advance.
- Victoria itself is a fairly easy city to navigate, but remember that traffic signs will be expressed in kilometers rather than miles. If you're heading to other destinations outside the city, beware that some back roads may be trickier, especially in the winter months. Vancouver Island is also popular among cyclists, so be extra careful when driving through the area.
- Traffic around Victoria usually flows nicely throughout the whole day, especially when compared to other big cities in Canada and the U.S., but driving into or out of the city during morning or evening rush hour can be a bit chaotic. Avoid driving into the city between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. and out of the city between 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
- Book your rental car in Victoria at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Standard rental cars in Victoria are around 20% cheaper than other car types, on average
Victoria car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about renting a car in Victoria
What type of car is recommended for driving in Victoria?
If you're just driving within the city limits, a compact car is a good option as it's easy to park downtown. If you're traveling through the regions valleys and hills you may prefer an SUV, but in the summer months a convertible may be a fun option to drive with the top down along the scenic roads.
What’s the speed limit in Victoria?
The speed limit within the city is typically 50 kilometers per hour (30 miles per hour), but it can be lower in certain residential areas, in which case signs will be posted. Speed limits on rural roads range between 60 and 80 km/h (37 and 50 mph) and on highways they range from 100 to 110 km/h (62 and 68 mph).
Where are the best places to park in Victoria?
The city of Victoria has plenty of street parking spaces as well as parking lots. Street parking must be paid between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. from Monday through Saturday, and after this time it is free. Parking is free all day Sunday and on public holidays. Some meters are limited to 90 minutes while others allow you to park all day, and prices range between $1.50 and $3 per hour.
How much is the price of fuel in Victoria?
The average price of fuel in Victoria is AED 19.44 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between AED 233 and AED 311, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Victoria?
Standard (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Victoria.
Which car rental companies are at Vancouver Intl airport (YVR)?
The only car rental company onsite at Vancouver Intl airport is Thrifty.
How can I find car hires near me in Victoria?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Victoria?
A Standard car hire in Victoria costs AED 203 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Victoria?
A Compact car hire in Victoria costs AED 185 per day, on average.
How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Victoria?
A Full Size car hire in Victoria costs AED 375 per day, on average.
Victoria car rental reviews and directory
National
8.2
Very Good
173 reviewsCleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.1
Value for money
7.8
4 locations in Victoria
Locations in Victoria
1640 Electra Blvd
+1 250 656 2541
1721 Old Island Highway
+1 250 479 0036
2898 Douglas St
+1 250 386 1828
727 Courtney Street
+1 250 386 1213
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10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2023
7.6 Good
Oct 2020
Cons:
There were scratches on the car that weren't reported.10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2019
Pros:
Friendly staff, excellent location, nice comfortable vehicle.Cons:
A little difficult to return the vehicle due to one way roads not easily maneuverable but on the 2nd go-around we figured out how to get into the lot and through the road construction. Nice staff, but they really scrutinize the vehicle so take pictures before you drive off the lot.7.6 Good
Jul 2019
Pros:
The drop off was convenient.Cons:
We went to National twice after driving a distance to get there and were not able to add a second driver either time. Misinformation, computer system down, nobody there. Very frustrating,.3.6 Poor
Jul 2019
Cons:
Damage check when returning felt like a criminal investigation. It ended up fine, but seemed like they were really trying to find insignificant damage to hold you accountable for. They also shadily dodged questions about the gas fill up requirements.Hertz
7.6
Good
111 reviewsCleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.8
Value for money
7.4
3 locations in Victoria
Locations in Victoria
1640 Electra Blvd
+1 250 657 0380
548 David Street
+1 250 952 3765
565 Alpha Street
+1 250 657 0380
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2024
2.0 Poor
Jan 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
8.0 Very Good
Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
6.0 Okay
Jun 2022
Avis
9.1
Wonderful
34 reviewsCleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.9
Value for money
8.8
One location in Victoria
Locations in Victoria
1001 Douglas Street
+1 250 386 8468
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8.0 Very Good
Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
Pros:
Front desk guy was professional, friendly and thorough.Cons:
Those underground drop-off locations are always a little dicey.8.8 Very Good
Jul 2019
Pros:
Staff was good, location was good, parking for my vehicle was available and reasonably priced. The vehicle was in perfect condition and the late drop provision was very easy.Cons:
I reserved a minivan very specifically, because I needed that size of vehicle. When I picked it up though, they did not have any minivans at all. They said my options were either a Suburban or a Ford Flex. I reserved a van because I needed a van. It didn’t really work that well, but we made do.10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2018
Pros:
Car was ready when required, well prepared. Staff were great. On return also very helpful. No issues at all!Cons:
Nothing8.0 Very Good
Oct 2017
Pros:
First class always.Cons:
Counter lady a bit of an attitude but we all have off days. They are better left at home though.10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2017
Pros:
unfortunately I don't have the name of the agent but was this ever a great, fast and pleasant experience and I got a great car - Ford Fusion- incl GPS awesome!!!Cons:
nothingBudget
8.9
Very Good
93 reviewsCleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.7
Value for money
8.8
4 locations in Victoria
Locations in Victoria
132-1640 Electra Boulevard
+1 250 953 5300
2224 Douglas Street
+1 250 953 5300
3657 Harriet Road
+1 250 953 5300
724 Douglas Street
+1 250 953 5300
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10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
8.0 Very Good
Oct 2022
6.0 Okay
Oct 2022
8.8 Very Good
Oct 2020
Pros:
The car was very clean. The price was great (likely because of COVID)Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.2
Very Good
82 reviewsCleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Victoria
Locations in Victoria
2507 Government Street
+1 250 475 6900
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10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2020
Pros:
It was all a positive experience.Cons:
There is nothing that I could identify as needing improvement.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2019
Pros:
Staff was helpful and pleasantCons:
Every thing went well10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2019
Pros:
Great staff. Awesome SUV.7.6 Good
Mar 2019
Pros:
everything on time and as expected however... the new electronic "agreement" seems pretty sketchy, no hard copy for the customer... could easily be changed on their side cant fit all the negatives into the better part, oopsCons:
first off, the guy who i picked up the car from straight up lied to me saying gas from them would be 2.15/liter if i dropped it off empty, saying its below market price, great deal, no extra fees... wow sounds very nice... i looked closer at the electronic agreement, nope, almost 3.00/liter....9.6 Wonderful
Feb 2019
Pros:
Staff were efficient and friendly. The rental pick up and drop off was quick and easy. Great value for the money.Cons:
Only issue was the exterior of rental vehicle was not clean when picked up.Thrifty
8.3
Very Good
3 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.1
Value for money
8.1
One location in Victoria
Locations in Victoria
1640 Electra Boulevard
+1 250 657 0380
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7.9 Good
Jul 2021
keddy by Europcar
6.3
Okay
No reviews available
One location in Victoria
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Sunnycars
No score available yet
3 locations in Victoria
Locations in Victoria
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Discount Car & Truck Rentals
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One location in Victoria
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