Last Updated on December 28, 2023 by Kristin
Exploring the Hawaiian islands is all about experiencing the postcard-perfect scenery of palm trees and pristine beaches. But zooming down the coast in a convertible with the top down takes the experience to another level. Here are tips on how to rent a convertible in Hawaii.
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Renting a convertible in Hawaii is straightforward, but there are a few things you should keep in mind. Because availability of rental cars in Hawaii is generally very limited, be sure to book your convertible as far in advance as possible. When renting a convertible in Hawaii, keep in mind that rental car companies may not always be able to reserve a specific car model and that convertibles may not be available at all locations for your travel dates.
Here’s what you need to know about renting a convertible in Hawaii, and how much it will cost.
Where to Rent a Convertible in Hawaii
Naturally, there are several options for renting convertibles in Hawaii. While it may be difficult to find a convertible on the smaller islands of Molokai and Lanai, they are easy to find on the larger islands. However, it’s always a good idea to check local rental car companies as well, as you may be able to get a better deal.
Here’s where you can rent a convertible in Hawaii:
Alamo
Alamo rents a Ford Mustang or similar convertible. All in all, the company has 10 offices on the Hawaiian islands, including the islands of Oahu, Hawaii, Molokai, Maui and Kauai.
Avis
In Hawaii, Avis tends to rent Ford Mustang or similar convertibles. There are airport and resort locations across Hawaii, including on the islands of Hawaii, Oahu, Maui and Kauai. These include rental locations in Hilo, Honolulu, Kahului, Kona as well as Lihue.
Budget
The sister to Avis, Budget also rents Ford Mustang or similar convertibles. In certain locations the company also offers higher-end cars like the Ford Mustang GT convertible, Chevrolet Camaro convertible or Chevrolet Camaro SS. Budget has 10 locations across the Hawaiian islands of Oahu, Maui and Hawaii.
Dollar
One of the Hertz family’s brands, Dollar Car Rental offers the Ford Mustang or similar vehicle as part of its “Standard Convertible” class. Dollar has locations in Hilo, Honolulu, Kahului, Kona as well as Lihue.
Enterprise
In Hawaii, Enterprise offers a Ford Mustang or similar vehicle as part of its convertible class. For something a little more special, look for luxury convertibles like the Corvette Stingray or Maserati GranTurismo convertible at Enterprise’s Exotic Car Collection in Honolulu. Enterprise has an extensive number of rental locations on the Hawaiian islands. These include several resorts and airport locations in Hilo, Honolulu, Kahului, Kapalua-West Maui Airport, Kona International Airport as well as Lihue Airport. Enterprise also has an Exotic Car Collection office in Honolulu.
Fox
Fox Rent a Car has a location at Maui Kahului Airport (OGG) and offers Ford Mustang convertibles or similar.
Hertz
At Hertz, you have the option to rent a Ford Mustang or similar car as part of its “Medium Convertible” class, as well as the high-end Chevy Camaro or similar car under the “Premium Sports Convertible” class. The car rental company has many locations on the islands of Kauai, Oahu, Maui and Hawaii, including the major airports in addition to several hotel resorts.
National Car Rental
At National, you can rent a Ford Mustang or similar convertible as part of its “Convertible” class. National Car Rental has nine locations in Hawaii, covering the islands of Kauai, Oahu, Maui and Hawaii.
Payless Car Rental
In Hawaii, Payless offers the Ford Mustang or similar car as part of its “Convertible” class. Payless Car Rental has airport locations in Hilo, Kahului, Kona as well as Lihue.
Sixt Rent-a-Car
You’ll find some of the most interesting convertible options in Hawaii at Sixt. These include the Ford Mustang, Mercedes-Benz C-Class as well as Buick Cascada convertibles or similar cars. Sixt has airport locations at Honolulu International Airport and Kahului Airport.
Thrifty Car Rental
One of Hertz’s budget-minded sister brands, Thrifty offers a Ford Mustang or similar convertible. Thrifty has locations in Hilo, Honolulu, Kahului, Kailua-Kona, Kona in addition to Lihue.
How Much Does it Cost to Rent a Convertible?
Demand for rental cars in Hawaii are already limited, and as a premium vehicle a convertible is going to be harder to find and likely more expensive than your run-of-the-mill sedan or standard SUV.
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Expect to pay a premium on convertible rentals, especially during the peak seasons. The base rate for convertibles can easily exceed $100 per day depending on the type of car, dates and where you are renting from.
How to Get the Best Deal on a Convertible Rental
The best way to get a great rate is to book as far ahead as possible. When you ask AutoSlash for a quote, be sure to specify convertible as your desired vehicle type in the quote wizard. Then, ask AutoSlash to track your reservation for price drops. That way, you are guaranteed to get the best possible rate.
Lastly, if you are looking for an open-air ride but a convertible is either unavailable or too expensive, a great alternative is a Jeep. They are readily available in Hawaii, and you can easily pop one or more roof panels out and get the same carefree, windblown effect.
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