The most popular models representing the mini, compact, and economy car segments in Puntarenas are: Chevrolet Cobalt, Toyota Corolla, Chevrolet Aveo, Hyundai Accent, Renault Modus, Pontiac Matiz and others.
When hiring a budget hatchback, it is definitely worth saving on insurance deposit (franchise). Deposits on small cars in Costa Rica vary from 100 to 1.000 euro/dollars. Check the rental conditions of each car in your selection to find a vehicle with a minimum deposit.
If your routes in Costa Rica are foreseen to pass through hilly areas or mountains, it is not recommended to consider very small cars for rental. Their engines are usually insufficient for a confident driving on the roads with long or steep climbs.
At the rental office in Puntarenas, consider to take a 'Breakdown Assistance' package or ask an officer for a contact data to use in case of a vehicle breakdown. Cheap cars are sometimes unpredictable in operation.
Upon receipt of the rental invoice, please check that all the information, as well as the final payment amount do match the data in your voucher.
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Local drivers are used to driving in the chaotic flow of cars. Even after a substantial portion of alcohol many of them feel confident on the road. For foreign drivers busy roads are very dangerous, and a serving of alcohol will only worsen the situation.
Taking into consideration the abovementioned features of local roads, it is recommended to move on them only with the seat belts fastened. The possibility that the driver will be fined for an unfastened belt or for talking on a cell phone while driving is very small, but it is recommended to comply with the rules for your own safety.
The road near Lake Arenal is definitely one of the most beautiful roads in the country. People, who enjoy travelling away from busy cities and like tropical landscapes, will certainly like driving on it. Not far away from the road you will see the volcano that has the same name as the lake. There is one more road near the volcano that will certainly please curious travelers.
