What car rental company should I use in Cancun?
All the big name car rental companies also have a rental office in Cancun, like Avis, Budget, Thrifty and Enterprise. If you prefer to use a Mexican company to support the national economy, one of the best car rental companies in Mexico is Mex Rent A Car.
How much is it to rent a car for the day in Cancun?
Cheap car rentals in Cancun Airport

Economy | $7/day |
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Standard | $9/day |
Full-size | $10/day |
Minivan | $49/day |
Full-size SUV | $67/day |
Do I need an international drivers license to drive in Mexico?
An American driver’s license is accepted in Mexico, though consider having it translated into Spanish (and nine other languages) by getting an International Driver’s Permit. It is necessary to apply for it within six months of traveling to Mexico.
Can you walk the hotel zone in Cancun?
The Hotel Zone is Far From the City Center If you’re on a budget and thinking about saving money by staying in the city center, don’t plan to walk to the beach. The road to the Hotel Zone sandbar is 6 miles long, starting from the edge of the city center.

Can I go to Mexico with just my driver’s license?
As of Jan. 23, all U.S. citizens must have a passport for airline travel to Mexico and the Caribbean. But, those traveling by land or boat need only a driver’s license or birth certificate. (The U.S. government may require passports for land travel as early as Jan.
Is it safe to drive a rental car in Mexico?
Yes, it is perfectly safe to rent a car and drive in Cancun. As long as you’re compliant with Mexico driving laws, have your Mexican car insurance, and read through the 10 Mexico driving tips below, you should have a great Cancun car rental experience!
How do I pay for gas in Cancun?
In any Mexican location, you will find a series of stations, where you will have to stop your vehicle, ask the attendant (in Mexico, there is an attendant) the fuel you will use and the amount to be paid. After that, he will do the billing, which, most of the time, will be in dollars or Mexican pesos, and that’s it.