Cant decide on Uber or Car rental? We can help.
To Uber or not to uber, that is the question. Many ask whether to rent a car or use Uber and taxis. There are a few things that may help you make this decision. First all, understand taxis and Ubers are all over Cabo so if you don’t feel comfortable renting a car there’s no reason that you have to. Uber is not allowed to enter SJD airport pick-ups ups. So, if you are not renting a car you will have to choose between a Taxi or a shuttle. Our place, Baja Toms, like most hotels and resorts, is about 40 minutes from the airport. If you take a shuttle, you will often have to stop at multiple places on the way. I’m not sure about you but the last thing I want to do after hours of flying is tour Los Cabos in a hot van making 5 other stops on the way to your home away from home. For not much more than the price of a taxi or shuttle you can pre- arrange a private pick up to and from the airport. We highly recommend Juan Paublo from Need a ride?. He’s fair, dependable, friendly and knows where we live!
If you are staying with us and plan to stay in the unit and on the grounds relaxing and enjoying the pool or if you are staying someplace else in Cabo where you don’t plan on leaving the resort a lot, I would not rent a car. However, if you are an adventurer and like to get out a lot and see cabo a car is a great idea. Unfortunately renting a car in Cabo is not as simple as in the States and sometimes can be a rip-off and very frustrating. Please listen to our advice on car rentals. These suggestions can save you a ton of money and aggravation.
First and most important. Do not book with Priceline, Travelocity or any of those secondary market platforms. When you get there, you will often find that the prepaid amount is only part of the rental cost and they will hit you with mandatory insurance, extra insurance and make you put a hold on your credit card large enough to cover the value of the vehicle! Please understand that most rental car places in Cabo are franchises and your US based customer service phone lines will provide no assistance. Also be aware if you use a brand name rental company and you don’t prepay or have the prepay option you are not guaranteed a car. Third party insurance is mandatory in Mexico and this fee is normally NOT included in quotes from the internet sites. Almost no US and Canadian auto coverage applies to Mexico, (you can double check this with your agent). Also check your credit card benefits, while many will cover US rental insurance most do not apply in Mexico. There are a few that do, like The Venture X card and the American Airlines Executive to name a few. You will need a letter of confirmation of coverage to waive the supplemental insurance. These can be obtained by calling the credit card’s benefits number and they usually can provide the letter in an email. Okay, so confused yet? Well, here is where it gets easier… We have had very good success with BBB Car Rental Cabo. They take most of the headache out of car rentals. Ask for Ruben Montaño USA number 619 981-9796. You can go to their website and request a quote or you can email them directly your requested dates and car type desired to bbbrentacar@gmail.com. They are located on rental car row near the airport. Grab a taxi from the airport stand and they will pay your fare. Most other rental car companies have a shuttle. Walk straight out of the airport and they will be straight ahead holding signs. If you decide after arriving in Cabo that you desire a rental car, I would hit up Ferando Jara (from Paradise Tequila) he can help you get a car in town.
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