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Online Reservations Terms and Conditions

Daily rate is based on 24 hours; there is a 30 minute grace period for return, after 30 minutes late, hourly charges may apply. After 120 minutes late, a full-day late charge will be applied.

Minimum rental is 1 day.

Once we receive your online reservation request, we will process it and send you a reservation confirmation letter, Please provide valid information as we might have to contact you to finalize the booking if you did not leave your credit card information for deposit to secure the rental car.

Please note that we will charge a deposit to secure the car for your reservation, customer can provide their credit card information online or phone-in to our office. Customer need to make sure to bring and present that credit card at time of rental, a different method of payment can be used at time of rental but the credit card used for reservation must be present as well.

If you require multiple vehicles for the same or overlapping time periods, please make sure to use a different name for each reservation otherwise the duplicate name reservation will automatically be cancelled. Mr. Rent-A-Car will not be responsible for any canceled reservations.

You must contact the rental office to inform of the delay if the delay will be greater then 2 hours prior to the scheduled arrival time in order for the car to be held. Every effort will be made to accommodate based on fleet availability. However during the peak seasons, any uninformed delays beyond 30 mins will be considered a “No-show” and Mr. Rent A Car reserves all the right to release the reservation for next customer. Cost of upgrading to other size of vehicles will be borne by customers. Mr. Rent A Car cannot be held responsible for upgrading vehicle during unavailability of the reserved vehcile type due to uninformed delayed arrivals.

Please note that during peak season, once we confirm and hold the car for your reservation, if for any reason the delay occurred , the delayed pickup time will be arranged but the return time will stay the same as the original reserved return time. Any overage return during peak season will result on a penalty and extra daily rate will apply instead of a normal rental daily rate.

To extend a rental from your originally scheduled return time, you must contact your rental location. A service fee of $20.00 will apply and your original per-day rental rate may change.

For YVR arrival customer, Please call 604-303-0063 when you are in the baggage claim area, after contact us, you can proceed to the designated pickup location await for the pick up service. For the pick up locations on domestic and international, please refer to our online link for video demo.

For all other rental except Airport location rental, shuttle service is available per-arranged. An surcharge may apply to distance within 10 KM. from our rental office. Please phone the local rental office to arrange for the pick up service if needed.

Rental Conditions and Reuqiements

A valid government issued Drivers license is required at the time of rental, we only accept original documents and no photo copy will be accepted. If an international driving permit is used, the original drivers license must accompany the permit for the rental.

In some cases when license does not contain a photograph such as a temporary license, another piece of government issued photo ID will be needed.

Customer will need a major credit card in their own name at the time of the rental. Although customer can choose to pay their rental in a different way, a credit card is required to do an authorization hold, and that will act as a SECURITY HOLD for the rental. Authorization hold is not a payment, but customer must have the equivalent credit amount available at the time of rental. (see below)

Economy to Full-size : $500 for age 25 and over, $1000 for age 21 to not yet 25,

SUVs, Premium or Mini Vans, Pick-up truck, 6 seats and up : $1000 for age 25 and over,

Luxury & Sport cars : $2500 for age 25 and over, due to luxury class difference, please call for under age rental

Acceptable Major Credit Card for authorization hold is limited to VISA, MASTERCARD, and AMERICAN EXPRESS ,with renter’s name on it. WE DO NOT accept any prepay credit card, debit VISA or debit MASTERCARD or UNION PAY for authorization hold.

In Canada Liability or Property Accident Insurance and Collision Insurance is required on all vehicles. Customer can bring their own car rental insurance or purchase an Damage Waiver(ODW) from us. Customer bringing their own insurance is subject to a plate usage and insurance transfer administration fee. Customer using their own rental insurance needs to bring us the original written policy paper as we need to obtain a copy of the said policy. Daily, Weekly, and Monthly rates quoted on the reservation page does not include insurance.

For rentals 90 calendar days and over , it’s considered as a short term leasing. It is subject to purchase at lease the minimum basic insurance package from Mr. Rent A Car as no other insurance will be valid for this kind of rental, that includes any rental or substitute vehicle insurance or the credit card insurance.

The age of majority to rent a car is 25. Person age 19 to but not complete 25 can rent car as well but an underage surcharge will apply.

A class 5 BC license or equivalent is required for car rental. If renter hold a BC class 7 or equivalent license, he or she might rent the car with a new driver surcharge. For conditions to rent and operate any passenger vehicles over 10 seating spaces, renter must be over 25 years of age and carry a minimum of a class 4 BC license or equivalent, this includes any additional drivers who will be operation the above said vehicles. **Driver with a learner’s license class L does not qualify to rent and/or operate any type of rental vehicles.

Payment in full is required at the time of rental.

Acceptable payment method includes VISA, MASTERCARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS, DEBIT , WE CHAT PAY, AND CASH.

Additional drivers must meet all qualifications as the primary driver in regards to age, and license requirements. The person operating the rental car beside the renter must add their names to the contract. Additional driver/s fee might apply.

For Non-Local/Airport Customers, unlimited Kilometers may be available only when the rental vehicle remains within the province of the rental location. If the rental vehicle is traveling outside of the province of rental location, mileage will be limited to 200 km per day, 1400 km per week, or 3000 km per month with an additional $0.25 per kilometer for excess kilometers. Unlimited mileage is not available to local customers. Local customers are restricted to 200 km per day. For non-standard vehicle rentals such as Vans and Luxury Cars , kilometer restrictions will apply per category. Contact us for specific details for these vehicle types. Additional charges will apply for out of province or cross border travel and must be approved before rental is taken.

Canada and USA allowed only with written permission from the Mr Rent A Car Office. Traveling outside of the province of the original rental location will incur additional charges.

Certain geographical restrictions may still apply. Vehicles taken outside of the province or bordering province or state without our written permission will receive 100 kilometers per day and a charge of 0.25CAD per each additional kilometer. Vehicles are not permitted to travel into Alaska, the Yukon, the North West Territories, Nunavut or Mexico.

Vehicles must be returned with the same amount of fuel as at the start of rental to avoid refueling charges.

No pets are allowed inside the rental car except a service dog. Smoking of any kind including electric vape is prohibited in the rental car. A cleaning fee minimum of $500 cleaning and deodorizing fee will be charge to renter should the above describe happened.

Mr. Rent A Car reserves the right to cancel the reservation or refuse rental without any further reasons.

Mr. Rent-A-Car reserves the right to change above terms and conditions without any notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

We have rental locations in various cities namely- Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, Coquitlam and Calgary. We also offer airport rentals at VYR and YYC International Airports. Please visit our Locations page for detailed addresses and contact information.

Renters must be at least 21 years old. A young driver surcharge may apply to renters under 25.

You need to bring a valid driver’s license, a credit card in the renter’s name, and a confirmation of your reservation.

Yes, you can extend your rental period by contacting our customer service. Additional charges will apply.

Vehicles should be returned with the same amount of fuel as when rented. If not, a refueling fee will be charged.

Yes, we offer one way rentals between our locations. Additional fees may apply.

You can make a reservation online through our website, by calling our customer service hotline, or by visiting any of our rental locations.

What information do I need to provide to make a reservation?

No, we do not accept debit cards.

We offer a wide range of vehicles, including economy cars, SUVs, luxury vehicles, and vans. Please visit our Fleet page for more details.

Yes, all our rental cars come with basic insurance coverage. Additional coverage options are available for purchase.

Yes, you can add additional drivers for a nominal fee. All additional drivers must meet the same rental requirements as the primary driver.

Yes, we offer GPS units and child seats for an additional fee. Please request these at the time of reservation.

In case of an accident, contact the local authorities and our customer service immediately. For breakdowns, our roadside assistance service is available 24/7.

Rental rates are calculated based on the type of vehicle, rental duration, and mileage. Additional fees may apply for extra services or equipment.

We accept major credit cards, and, in some locations, cash. Please check with your rental location for specific details.

Yes, a security deposit is required at the time of rental. The amount varies based on the vehicle type and rental duration.

You will need to provide a valid driver’s license, a major credit card, and your contact details.

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Near Rental Cars: How to Find the Closest, Cheapest Pickup in BC

Near Rental Cars
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By the Mr. Rent A Car Team |  Serving since 1996  |  9 min read

When you search near rental cars, you want one thing: the closest branch, a quick pickup, and a fair price. This guide shows you how to find your nearest Mr. Rent A Car branch across Metro Vancouver and Calgary, how our free airport shuttle works, and how to keep the cost down.

Quick answer

The best near rental cars are at a local, offsite branch rather than an in terminal airport desk, because offsite branches skip the high airport fees. Mr. Rent A Car has branches in Vancouver, Downtown Vancouver, Richmond (near YVR), Burnaby, Surrey, Coquitlam and Calgary. Check the Our Locations page or call 604-303-0063, and we will point you to the closest one and set up your pickup.

Key takeaways

  • Offsite branches near you cost less than the in terminal airport desks.
  • Mr. Rent A Car serves seven areas across Metro Vancouver and Calgary.
  • Fly-in renters get a free shuttle from the airport to the branch.
  • You need a valid class 5 licence and a major credit card.
  • Prices change by season, so call 604-303-0063 for a live quote.

What “Near Rental Cars” Really Means

When you type near rental cars into Google or Maps, the results mix two very different things. Some are in terminal airport desks, and some are local offsite branches. They look similar, but they do not cost the same. The desks inside an airport carry high airport fees and extra taxes, so the same car often costs more there. A local offsite branch skips those fees, so your price is lower, and you still get an easy pickup.

So the real goal is not just the closest dot on the map. It is the closest branch that gives you a fair price and a quick hand over. That is what this guide helps you find.

A near rental cars search is almost always a local one. You are standing somewhere in Metro Vancouver or Calgary, or you have just landed, and you need a car today or very soon. Google knows this, so it leans on the map and on local pages for these searches. The best way to win that moment is simple: a real branch close to you, a clear price, and a team you can call. A big booking site cannot match a local branch on either speed or price, because it has no shuttle, no counter near you, and no one to pick up the phone when your plans change. That local edge is the whole point of renting near you.

Find Your Closest Mr. Rent A Car Branch

We keep branches where people actually need them, so your pickup stays quick and close. Here are our service areas.

AreaGood forStatus
Vancouver & DowntownCity hotels, visitors, local rentersOpen
Richmond (near YVR)Airport arrivals, South VancouverOpen
BurnabyMetrotown and the east sideOpen
SurreyFraser Valley side, South of FraserOpen
CoquitlamThe Tri-CitiesOpen
CalgaryAlberta trips, one way drivesOpen

To find the one nearest you, open the Our Locations page, or just call us on 604-303-0063 and tell us where you are. We will point you to the closest branch and the fastest way to get there. Each area also has its own page with directions and details, such as car rental in Burnaby, Surrey, and Coquitlam.

Flying In? Here Is How the Free Shuttle Works

If you are searching near rental cars from the airport, you do not need the in terminal desk. Our Richmond branch sits a short ride from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), and our Calgary branch sits near the Calgary airport. See our YVR car rental and Calgary airport pages for the full fly-in details. The steps are simple.

  1. Land and collect your bags.
  2. Call us on 604-303-0063 from the baggage area.
  3. Meet our free shuttle to the branch.
  4. Check the car with our team and drive off.

You skip the long desk queue and the high in terminal fees, and you still reach the road fast.

Why a Local Branch Beats an Airport Desk

Local offsite branchIn terminal desk
PriceLower, no airport feesHigher, airport fees added
QueueShort, booked aheadOften long on arrival
PickupFree shuttle, quick hand overAt the terminal
Local helpA local team since 1996Varies

What You Need to Rent

Bring these and your pickup takes only a few minutes.

  • A valid class 5 driver licence, or the equal from your home region. The original only, not a photocopy.
  • A major credit card in the main driver name.
  • Your booking details.

The main rental age is twenty five and over. Drivers aged nineteen to twenty four can rent with a small young driver fee. A learner licence does not qualify, and every extra driver must show the same valid licence.

How Much Does a Rental Near You Cost?

The honest answer is that it depends on the car, the dates, the length of the rental, and how early you book. A small car in a quiet week costs far less than an SUV in peak summer. The good news is that a local offsite branch already saves you the airport fees, so you start ahead.

At pickup we place a security hold on your credit card. It is a hold, not a charge, and we release it in full on return. A smaller car carries about five hundred dollars for drivers twenty five and over, and an SUV or van carries about one thousand dollars. For the exact rate for your dates, call us on 604-303-0063.

If your need runs longer than a few days, ask about a weekly or monthly car rental, since the daily cost drops a lot once you book by the week or month. A near-me search often starts as a one day plan and turns into a longer one, so it is worth checking both rates before you book.

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Which Car Should You Pick?

The closest branch is only half the choice. The right car for your trip is the other half. Our fleet runs from economy and compact cars to SUVs, minivans and eight seater vans, so you can match the vehicle to the job.

  • City and short trips: an economy or compact car is easy to park and kind on fuel.
  • Winter or the mountains: an SUV gives you grip and space for a drive up to Whistler.
  • Groups and family: a minivan or eight seater keeps everyone in one vehicle.

We run a practical fleet and do not carry exotic or sports cars. If you want honest value and a reliable ride from a branch near you, that is exactly what we offer.

Driving and Parking Near You

Once you have the car, a few local points help. Speed and distance in Canada are shown in kilometres. Many BC mountain highways need winter tyres from October to April, so check live conditions on DriveBC before a winter drive. In the city, use paid lots and parkades downtown and read the signs with care, since the city does tow in no stopping zones. Our team will share any tip you need for your route when you pick up.

Smart Tips to Get the Best Near-Me Deal

  • Book early, since the cheap cars go first.
  • Pick the smallest car that truly fits your need.
  • Choose a local offsite branch, not an in terminal desk.
  • Compare daily, weekly and monthly rates for your stay.
  • Check your own insurance and credit card cover first.
  • Return on time and with the same fuel level.
  • Call us for a direct quote, since a direct booking is often the best value.

Why Choose Mr. Rent A Car

  • A local team serving Metro Vancouver and Calgary since 1996.
  • Offsite branches that skip the high airport fees.
  • A free airport shuttle for an easy pickup.
  • A practical, well maintained fleet from economy cars to 8 seater vans.
  • Honest advice and a clear quote, with no hidden games.

How We Set Up Your Near-Me Pickup

Booking a car near you should feel easy from the first call. Here is how we handle it, step by step, so there are no surprises on pickup day.

  1. You tell us your area and dates. We check which branch is closest and has the right car free.
  2. We give you a clear quote for your dates, with the deposit and any one way fee explained up front.
  3. You book online or over the phone, and we hold the car in your name.
  4. On the day you bring your licence and credit card, and we check the car with you.
  5. You drive off. If you fly in, you call from the airport and take the free shuttle first.

Every step has a real person behind it. If your plans change, you call one number and we sort it out. That is the difference between a local branch and a faceless booking app, and it is why many people who start with a near rental cars search end up booking direct with us.

Common Near-Me Mistakes to Avoid

A few simple slips cost people time and money on a local rental. Watch for these.

  • Booking the airport desk by habit: the in terminal price is higher. A local offsite branch with a free shuttle is cheaper for the same car.
  • Leaving it to the last minute: the cheap cars near you go first, so book a few days ahead where you can.
  • Picking too big a car: a large SUV costs more to rent and to fuel. Pick the smallest car that truly fits your trip.
  • Forgetting the fuel level: return with the same fuel you left with, or a refuel fee applies.
  • Not listing every driver: each driver must be on the agreement with a valid licence, or the cover can be void.
Near Rental Cars

Get these right and a near-me rental stays cheap, quick and stress free from pickup to return.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find near rental cars?

Open the Our Locations page on mrrentacar.com, or call 604-303-0063 and tell us where you are. We will point you to the closest branch across Metro Vancouver or Calgary and set up your pickup.

Is a local branch cheaper than the airport?

Yes, most of the time. The desks inside the terminal carry high airport fees and extra taxes. Our local offsite branches skip those, so the price is lower, and fly-in renters still get a free shuttle.

Which areas do you serve?

We serve Vancouver, Downtown Vancouver, Richmond near YVR, Burnaby, Surrey, Coquitlam and Calgary. Tell us your area and we will point you to the closest branch.

What licence do I need?

A valid class 5 driver licence, or the equal from your home region, shown as the original and not a photocopy. A learner licence does not qualify.

Can a young driver rent near me?

Yes. Drivers aged nineteen to twenty four can rent with a small young driver fee. Drivers twenty five and over rent without that fee.

How much is the deposit?

It is a hold, not a charge. A smaller car carries about five hundred dollars for drivers twenty five and over, and an SUV or van carries about one thousand dollars. We release it in full on return.

How do I get the current price?

Prices change by season and by your dates. For the exact current rate, call us on 604-303-0063 or visit mrrentacar.com, and our team will give you a clear quote.

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