Car hire in San Luis Obispo, California

The majority of the San Luis Obispo car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in San Luis Obispo such as Avis, Budget, and Hertz often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

The best way to enjoy the sites in San Luis Obispo during the month of May is by hiring a convertible. You are less likely to run into any instances of precipitation or colder weather, because San Luis Obispo has an average temperature of 17 °C and average rainfall of 3 mm during the month of May. Hiring a Convertible in San Luis Obispo will cost you £35/day on average.

San Luis Obispo’s speed limit is 25 mph when you are driving in the city. This speed limit might also apply to surrounding towns and neighbourhoods. The suburban speed limit in San Luis Obispo is 75 mph and the speed limit for motorways is 75 mph. However, be sure to look for posted signage as these speeds may vary.

If you’re interested in hiring the Chevrolet Tahoe in San Luis Obispo, then Avis is the most popular car hire company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar SUV hire). Chevrolet Tahoe hire in San Luis Obispo from Avis is £59 per day on average.Avis should have other SUV car hire options in San Luis Obispo, such as the Ford Mustang Convertible, if you're unable to book this exact vehicle.

Typically, the weather in San Luis Obispo through the month of April is 14 °C and the expected precipitation is 28 mm. This is important information to know when hiring a car so you can be sure to rent the perfect car for the expected weather.

Those looking to hire a car in San Luis Obispo for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in California during the month of April usually is around 16 °C with 27.9 mm of possible rain.

Prices for cars in San Luis Obispo are refreshed on a daily basis.

The number of operators available for cars in San Luis Obispo is 12 as of April 2025.

Among different countries, including San Luis Obispo, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

When renting a car in San Luis Obispo, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.