Cayman Islands car hire

Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in the Cayman Islands.

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire in the Cayman Islands is Budget (7.6, 61 reviews).

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When you rent a car in the Cayman Islands, you’ll need to know a few basic rules of the road. You’ll drive on the left side of the road in the Cayman Islands, and turning left on a red light after a full stop is allowed. It is advised to exercise caution when driving in more sparsely populated areas, as wildlife can wander out into the road.

The age limit for renting a car in the Cayman Islands varies between different rental car companies. At some agencies, like Avis, you can be 21 years of age and rent a car with no trouble, and at others, you’ll need to be at least 25. Make sure to check with your rental agency before making your reservation to ensure a smooth rental transaction.

Filling up your petrol tank in the Cayman Islands can be a bit pricier than in the US. While petrol prices in the US average around 2.50 USD per gallon, a gallon of petrol in the Cayman Islands will run you anywhere from 3 to 4 KYD (3.61-4.81 USD). Credit cards are usually accepted at Cayman Islands petrol stations, but it can be helpful to have cash on hand.

The legal speed limits on the Grand Cayman Islands are a bit slower than in the United States. If you’re traveling in the islands’ busier areas, the speed limit will be 48 km/h (30 mph). Most of the other roads on the islands have a speed limit of 64 km/h (40 mph). The East End of Grand Cayman is the only area where the speed limit reaches up to 81 km/h (50 mph).