Best Car Rentals

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Best Car Rentals in Queenstown, made simple.

Modern cars. Transparent prices. Free airport shuttle.

Need a car for longer?

Great monthly rates for longer stays from 1 to 12 months.

Car rental

Perfect for holidays, weekends and short getaways.

Need a car for longer?

Great monthly rates for longer stays from 1 to 12 months.

2,400+ customers from over 30 countries grow their trips with Best Car Rentals.

Short-term rentals

Best Car Rentals makes short-term car hire simple, whether you need a car for a few days, a week, or longer to explore Queenstown and the South Island.

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Daily and weekly rentals

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Free shuttle from Queenstown Airport

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Fast online check-in

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Flexible insurance options

Flexible long-term rentals that save you time and money

Need a vehicle for a month or longer? Our long-term rental options give you the flexibility of having your own car without the costs and commitment of ownership.

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Same options as short-term rentals

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Flexible monthly rentals

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No long-term ownership costs 

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Servicing and maintenance taken care of

Choosing the right rental car doesn’t need to be difficult. Best Car Rentals makes it easy.

Whether you’re visiting Queenstown for a few days or need a vehicle for several months, we have flexible rental options to suit you. Choose between short-term car rental or long-term rental, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Choosing the right rental car doesn’t need to be difficult. Best Car Rentals makes it easy.

Whether you’re visiting Queenstown for a few days or need a vehicle for several months, we have flexible rental options to suit you. Choose between short-term car rental or long-term rental, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Short-term rentals

Best Car Rentals makes short-term car hire simple, whether you need a car for a few days, a week, or longer to explore Queenstown and the South Island.

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Daily and weekly rentals

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Free shuttle from Queenstown Airport

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Fast online check-in

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Flexible insurance options

Flexible long-term rentals that save you time and money

Need a vehicle for a month or longer? Our long-term rental options give you the flexibility of having your own car without the costs and commitment of ownership.

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Same options as short-term rentals

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Flexible monthly rentals

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No long-term ownership costs

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Servicing and maintenance taken care of

Explore our Queenstown car rental fleet

Thanks to our fleet of vehicles prepared to simplify your trip with complete peace of mind. Our teams will assist you upon arrival and departure, from the airport to your car.

We also provide Queenstown airport car hire with a free shuttle service, fast online check-in, and modern vehicles ready for every adventure.

Subaru Outback AWD rental car for exploring Queenstown and the South Island

Subaru Outback

Full Size SUV – AWD

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2025-2026

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Mitsubishi Outlander AWD rental SUV for winter driving and South Island adventures

Mitsubishi Outlander

Full Size SUV – AWD

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2025-2026

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Mitsubishi ASX compact SUV available for car hire in Queenstown, New Zealand

Mitsubishi ASX

Compact SUV – 2WD

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2025-2026

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Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD available for rental in Queenstown, New Zealand

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

Premium SUV – 4WD

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2025-2026

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The car models most popular with our customers

Your rental car, a full-size SUV with AWD, is your ideal travel partner, always ready to go! It ensures the comfort of you and your family, and guarantees safe journeys. The perfect car size for your family trip!

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Large boot capacity

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Suitable for alpine roads with snow

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All-wheel drive

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Compatible with snow chains

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Optimal interior comfort

Modern SUV rental fleet from Best Car Rentals in Queenstown, New Zealand

Why choose Best Car Rentals?

Best Car Rentals offers a variety of car types designed to meet every need. Each car provides guaranteed comfort and safety, ensuring a hassle-free trip for everyone around you, from start to finish, even in the mountains!

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Transparent Pricing

Best Car Rentals has no hidden fees and no unpleasant surprises upon arrival. Clear pricing, flexible options tailored to your needs, and excellent value for money!

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People First

Our local team takes the time to listen to you, answer your questions, and support you throughout your rental experience. With Best Car Rentals, you’re never just a booking number.

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Reliable Car

Enjoy a worry-free drive in a car that’s easy to handle and drive. Each of our cars is recent and regularly maintained, designed for New Zealand roads in all seasons, offering guaranteed comfort!

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Personalized Service

Save time with Best Car Rentals. Every trip is unique. We help you choose the perfect vehicle, provide local tips, and personalize your rental to suit your needs.

Real-life testimonials, a remarkable experience

Be inspired by clients who fully enjoyed their trips and who share their experiences with striking authenticity.

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Linden
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The customer service was the best, very happy with my experience renting from this company, friendly people, new cars and affordable costs. I'll definitely be looking to rent here again next time I visit Queenstown and will be recommending them to friends too. Customer service 10/10
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karen byrne
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Great prices and the free shuttle bus to the airport is very helpful!
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Abhishek Datta Roy
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Incredible experience with their team. The car was well-maintained and exactly as described. The pickup and drop-off at the airport were seamless. Their communication was great throughout the whole process. I highly recommend them for their terrific service.
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Iain Meadows
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Great vehicle, great service, and great price. Will definitely use next time I'm in Queenstown.
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Easy pick up and drop off. Would use again
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Lane Q
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Fantastic car rental experience! The car was very new, clean, and in great condition. Everything went smoothly throughout the rental. We had a bit of an unexpected situation when returning the car and were almost at risk of missing our flight. We called the rental company, and they were incredibly helpful and responsive. They guided us through everything and helped us sort it out quickly, making the return process smooth and stress-free. Thanks to their help, we made it to the airport and caught our flight in time! Really appreciate the great service. Highly recommend this rental company — absolutely fantastic!
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Deborah Petlueng
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I had a nice modern small SUV at $35 per day. Very happy with pick up drop off at airport, the car & the price.
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Amit Kumar
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Fantastic Service from Garry and Team. The car runs like butter. The pickup and drop off was very good too from airport. We had a little issue with child seat but Garry was very supportive with that. We would definitely recommend Best Car Rentals for hiring any car for Queenstown Holidays.
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Jari Chapman
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Rented a Mitsubishi Triton for a week in Queenstown and BCR made the experience super easy! I miscalculated my flight landing time and they were easily able to accommodate me out of their opening hours which made picking up the car a breeze. I also was able to return the snow chains I had rented and since I didn’t use them I was offered a full refund which was incredible. When I dropped off the car I was in a rush to the airport and their complimentary shuttle was still a while away so one of the staff members personally drove me to the airport. The car itself was a dream to drive, ran perfectly, and was spotless when I picked it up. When I return to Queenstown I will undoubtedly rent a car from here again.
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