Great value rental cars from Queenstown’s most trusted car hire providers
Located upon the shores of Lake Wakatipu / Whakatipu Waimāori, in the southern reaches of New Zealand’s South Island, and set against the dramatic Southern Alps, Queenstown / Tāhuna is justifiably famous for both its beauty and outdoors life. Queenstown is about a three and a half hour drive from Dunedin / Ōtepoti and around six hours by car from Christchurch / Ōtautahi.
Getting on the road in Queenstown is easy with VroomVroomVroom. By using our easy to use search to find a competitive car hire rate from our selection of well respected car hire provider, you can book your car in as little as a couple of minutes.
From NZD $46/day
for 22 May - 27 May 2025
From NZD $48/day
for 22 May - 27 May 2025
From NZD $53/day
for 22 May - 27 May 2025
From NZD $60/day
for 23 May - 26 May 2025
From NZD $60/day
for 22 May - 27 May 2025
From NZD $282/day
for 22 May - 27 May 2025Rental rate prices displayed are NZD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on May 19, 2025 by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Rates are in NZD and were last updated on 19 May, 2025
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| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Six car rental depots in Queenstown. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Apex, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty. |
1
25%
Mitsubishi ASXCompact SUV
5
5
2 large, 3 small
Apex
2
25%
Kia SeltosCompact SUV
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Thrifty, Hertz
3
25%
Toyota CorollaCompact Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Thrifty
4
13%
Mitsubishi OutlanderIntermediate SUV
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Hertz
5
13%
Hyundai KonaCompact SUV
5
5
1 small
Budget
Hyundai Kona
5
5
3 small
Avis, Budget
Hyundai Santa Fe
5
5
6 small
Avis, Budget
Kia Carnival or Hyunda Imax or Toyota Previa
8
5
2 large, 1 small
Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Niro HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Seltos
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
Thrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-5
5
5
2 small
Budget
Mitsubishi Outlander
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Thrifty, Hertz
Nissan X-Trail
5
5
5 small
Avis
Skoda Kodiaq
7
5
2 small
Thrifty, Hertz
Suzuki Swift
4
4
1 small
Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Corolla
5
5
2 small
Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Mystery Car
5
4
2 small
Budget
“Or similar” refers to how our rental providers classify cars. Please be advised they cannot guarantee that a specific car model will be available. Partners categorise similar models into “vehicle groups” and confirm availability on this basis. Our team are available to contact the depot on your behalf where you are picking up your vehicle to enquire what models are available under the vehicle group you booked. Please contact customer support for further information.
Vehicle models are subject to provider availability
Are you flying into Queenstown?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Queenstown Airport (ZQN).
Many tourists visit the Queenstown Lakes District — especially over the holidays. So keep your cool and just be patient. Also, always leave room for cyclists and allow extra time for your trip.
Always keep an eye out for road signs, and on open roads and highways the travelling speed is 100 km/h unless otherwise stated.
Remember to keep to the left hand side of the road in New Zealand, and you are not permitted to use your mobile phone while driving.
The highways surrounding Queenstown can be challenging, with tight bends and corners. Note that from April to October, ice and snow can affect the roads.
If you’re heading to the mountains, note that the weather can change suddenly, and it’s best to check the weather forecast and highway conditions beforehand.
Usually, parking in the town centre is priced between $1-$2 per hour, but take note that Queenstown’s parking spaces fill up quickly. Illegal parking fines cost between $40-$60.
Car hire depots in Queenstown are marked on the map below.
26 Shotover St, Queenstown SI, 9300
Today • 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Today •10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
68-70 Stanley Street, Queenstown SI, 9300
Today • 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Today •8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
68-70 Stanley St, Queenstown SI, 9300
Today • 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Today •8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2.20 • 1 rating
1-7 Earl St, St Peters Close, Queenstown, Queenstown NI, 9003
Today • 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Today •9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
1-7 Earl St, St Peters Close, Queenstown, Queenstown NI, 9003
Today • 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Today •9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
1-7 Earl St, St Peters Close, Queenstown, Queenstown NI, 9003
Today • 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Today •9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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On hiring a car in Queenstown
Prices start at NZD $46 per day for a Compact Car, up to NZD $190 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Queenstown.
If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs NZD $282 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Queenstown.
The highest-rated rental car in Queenstown is Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
Budget is the highest-rated car hire provider in Queenstown, based on ratings by our customers.
The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available in Queenstown may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.
Yes, just untick the “Return to the same location ” option in our search form and select your preferred return location. Take note though that there will be a one-way fee charged by the car rental provider in your booking, and that will be included in the prices we compare for you.
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