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Hiring a car in North Saanich: Fast facts

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Most popular car hire companyBudget
Most popular carPremium/Luxury, Pickup Regular Cab
Average daily priceر.ق.‏ 292
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in North Saanich

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How to find a cheap car hire deal in North Saanich

  • Need a cheap rental car in North Saanich? With an average price of ر.ق.‏ 291 a day, you're headed for some big savings. Whether you're after a small ride, a family sedan, or something in between, we compare all the best offers to help you spend less.

  • ر.ق.‏ 77 is the cheapest daily price you'll find for a rental in North Saanich.

  • Thinking of staying longer? Grab a weekly rental from ر.ق.‏ 486 and take the time to discover more.

  • Book early to secure the best price for a North Saanich car hire. Besides saving money, you'll be choosing from the full lineup, not what's left.

  • The coverage offered for your North Saanich car hire can differ between suppliers, so make sure you understand what you're signing up for. While some include a collision damage waiver (CDW), others will sell it as an optional extra.

  • Consider booking a one-way rental. You might be able to score a good deal if the provider needs to move vehicles between sites. Discover the best available rates by selecting 'Return car to a different location.'

  • Avoid any unexpected fees by booking a ride with a 'Fair fuel policy.' Start your journey with a full tank and return it the same, and only pay for what you actually use.

  • Explore without limits by choosing a rental with 'Unlimited mileage.' Located under the 'Policies' filter, these rides let you go as far as you want without paying more.

Best value car hire options right now

  • You'll find the best deal with this company. Prices average ر.ق.‏ 154 a day.

  • Taking second place is this provider, offering daily rates of around ر.ق.‏ 187.

  • The third option also comes in as one of the cheaper suppliers. Ride away in one of their rentals for roughly ر.ق.‏ 139 a day.

  • If you can't decide what kind of ride you need, consider something from the Premium rental category. It's the most widely booked type of vehicle in North Saanich.

Compare car hire types in North Saanich

  • Small: These cheap rental cars in North Saanich may be small in size, but they live up to big expectations. Including mini and economy vehicles, they're easy to manoeuvre, great on mileage, and a match made in heaven for city driving.

  • Medium: Not too big, not too small, this is the just-right ride you need in your life. Typically including compact and intermediate cars, they offer a mix of fuel efficiency and interior space and are suited to small families and couples.

  • Large: Long drives fly by in this North Saanich car hire category. Also known as full-size, they've got the engine power for lengthy trips. The extra space and comfort make them an excellent choice for groups of friends and families.

  • SUV: SUVs are adventure on four wheels. All-wheel drive and everyday versatility equip them for city streets and rugged backroads alike.

  • Van: Go for this vehicle category when you want a car for rent in North Saanich that makes light work of heavy loads. Featuring options like commercial vans and trucks, they're built to carry more, whether that's equipment, suitcases or the whole travel crew.

Insurance and optional extras

  • Excess insurance covers the fee you'd have to pay if your North Saanich car hire is stolen or damaged. While not compulsory, you'll be glad to have it if something goes wrong. Keep in mind that insurance policies vary between providers, so make sure you know exactly what's included.

  • Make driving easier when you rent a car in North Saanich by adding a few nifty extras. Think things like a GPS unit to make wrong turns a thing of the past, or reverse cameras to park like you're pulling off a choreographed routine.

Good to know

  • Rental age requirements aren't always the same across the board. Companies can set their own policies, and if you're a younger driver, you could pay extra and face some limits. Check the terms set by each supplier before booking your rental in Canada.

  • If you've got the kids in tow, find out if you need to add a car seat to your North Saanich car hire reservation. Whether local laws require them or not, they're always the safest way for little ones to ride.

  • You'll need to bring a few things when picking up your rental car: a valid driver's licence, extra photo ID, and a credit card with enough funds to pay the security deposit. Debit cards aren't widely accepted. Any extra must-haves will be shown in your booking.

  • If you're unfamiliar with driving in Canada, remember that traffic here sticks to the right side of the road.

  • Local speed limits may vary, but it's normally around 45kph in built-up areas and 95kph or so on highways. Always obey the road signs.

  • A blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit of 0.08% applies in Canada. The safest choice for staying legal to drive is to not drink at all.

  • One of the busiest times to be on the road in this destination is around 5pm. Make travel easier by steering clear of peak periods.

  • You'll be using the Canadian dollar (CAD) here. As well as your bank cards, consider bringing some cash for smaller purchases.

  • The language most often spoken in this country is English.

Best hotels in North Saanich for drivers

  • Pull in, drop your bags, and start relaxing at The Latch Inn. Offering parking as well as internet access and Wi-Fi, this hotel is about 3 kilometres from central North Saanich.

  • The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa gets the details right with parking and features like a cash machine and massage services. It's roughly 3 kilometres from the city centre.

  • Browse through the range of hotels in North Saanich for even more choice. Use the 'Parking,' 'Valet parking,' and 'Outdoor parking' filters to find the perfect fit. You can even select the 'Electric vehicle (EV) charging station' filter to zero in on EV-friendly stays.

  • After you've found a car hire deal in North Saanich and your hotel, it's time to plan where to go first. Island Lavender, Lochside Waterfront Park and British Columbia Aviation Museum are the perfect introduction to the city.

Hit the road: Where to drive to from North Saanich

  • Vancouver should be on your to-do list if you're eager to visit Stanley Park Seawall and Stanley Park. This city is around 72 kilometres north of central North Saanich.

  • Quality Inn & Suites and Hyatt Regency Vancouver are recommended accommodation options with parking in Vancouver.

  • Alternatively, collect your cheap car hire in North Saanich and drive about 64 kilometres northeast to Surrey. Featuring Vinoscenti Vineyards and Green Timbers Urban Forest, its attractions make a strong case for visiting.

  • Surrey has some good accommodation options including Civic Hotel, Autograph Collection and Best Western King George Inn Suites. Both are practical choices for guests with cars.

  • When the drive's been this good, why hit the brakes? Take off to Campbell River, about 209 kilometres northwest of North Saanich. From Elk Falls Suspension Bridge to Destiny River Adventures, it'll round out your trip nicely.

  • The only thing calling your name now is a bed. Ramada by Wyndham Campbell River and Coast Discovery Inn have room for both you and your wheels while visiting Campbell River.

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in North Saanich will set you back around ر.ق.‏ 292 per day or ر.ق.‏ 666 per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in North Saanich is a compact SUV. The most popular is Premium/Luxury, Pickup Regular Cab.
The cheapest car hire company in North Saanich is currently Budget, followed by Avis.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in North Saanich is currently March.
On average, around ر.ق.‏ 666. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in North Saanich is ر.ق.‏ 485.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in North Saanich for a whole month is ر.ق.‏ 6,005. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore North Saanich, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in North Saanich that have free cancellation
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of North Saanich.
Most places – North Saanich included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is ر.ق.‏ 77 per day. The average price per day is around ر.ق.‏ 120.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Budget, Enterprise and Turo offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travellers rated Avis as the best overall in terms of experience.
Yes – van hire is available in North Saanich.