How to find a cheap car hire deal in Kaohsiung City
Searching for a cheap rental car in Kaohsiung City? This is where the booking magic happens. With prices averaging $168 a day, we compare the best offers so you can search smarter, spend wiser, and hit the road happy.
Daily home prices in Kaohsiung City start from just $40.
Making it more than a quick visit? Pick up a weekly home from $280 and explore more than just the top attractions.
Snap up the best price on a Kaohsiung City car hire by booking in advance. You're more likely to get the best value with the most choice.
Chih-hang car hire, Herze Car Hire and Ho Ing are some of the top-ranked providers in the city. Use them as a starting point to compare offers.
Whether you go with Chih-hang car hire or another supplier, be sure to check the coverage on your Kaohsiung City car hire. Some companies include a collision damage waiver (CDW), while others charge extra for it.
Choosing a one-way car hire is often a great hack for finding a deal. Select 'Return car to a different location.' Providers sometimes have to move vehicles from one branch to another, which means you can bag some great one-way prices on a car for rent in Kaohsiung City.
Avoid any unexpected fees by booking a ride with a 'Fair fuel policy.' Begin and end your trip with a full tank, and only pay for what you actually use.
Want to explore more without stressing about how many miles you clock up? Search for homes with 'Unlimited mileage' under the 'Policies' filter and go as far as you like without the extra charges.
Best value car hire options right now
The best value can be found with this company, with average prices at $70 a day.
Not far behind, this provider offers daily rates of around $51.
The third option also delivers savings with every booking. Expect to pay roughly $99 a day for one of their homes.
After a car that works for most trips? The Medium home category is the number one choice for travellers visiting Kaohsiung City.
Compare car hire types in Kaohsiung City
Small: Including classes like mini and economy, this cheap rental car in Kaohsiung City puts you on the road for less. These zippy, fuel-efficient cars are ideal choices for city driving and short trips.
Medium: A reliable pick when you want something that's easy to manoeuvre but with a few more features. This category includes compact and intermediate models that offer a bit of extra space compared to smaller cars.
Large: Offering a more comfortable driving experience and enhanced tech features, this Kaohsiung City car hire category includes full-size cars. With bigger back seats and ample storage space, they let you load up and take everyone, and everything, with ease.
SUV: Get a higher ground clearance and a wide-angle view of what's ahead in an SUV. Whether you're navigating rugged country lanes or zipping along smooth highways, many offer all-wheel drive to help you take on any road.
Van: Featuring commercial vans and trucks, this category of car for rent in Kaohsiung City is built to handle heavier loads and bigger groups. They're roomy, reliable, and ready to take on any task.
Insurance and optional extras
Choosing excess insurance for your Kaohsiung City car hire lets you drive with confidence. It protects you from paying a big excess fee in case of theft or an accident. Insurance policies can differ between home providers, so always compare your options.
Make life easier when you rent a car in Kaohsiung City by adding a few nifty extras. Think things like a navigation system to make sure you never miss a turn, or reverse cameras to park like you're pulling off a choreographed routine.
Good to know
Home age requirements aren't always the same across the board. Companies can set their own policies, and if you're a younger driver, you might run into extra costs or rules. Check the terms set by each supplier before booking your car rental in Taiwan.
Planning a trip with the kids? Car seat rules vary from one place to another, and the correct setup may depend on their age, weight and height. Check if you need to add one to your Kaohsiung City car rental reservation.
You'll be asked for some documents when you get to the home counter. As a general rule, bring a valid driver's license, a credit card with enough funds for the excess (most companies don't accept debit cards), and additional photo ID. Your booking confirmation will spell it all out.
If you haven't driven before in Taiwan, don't forget that traffic here sticks to the right side of the road.
Local speed limits can vary, but it's normally around 45kph in urban areas and 100kph or so on highways. Always check the posted signs.
The blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit in Taiwan is 0.05%. Since alcohol's effects vary from person to person, the only way to be certain you're safe to drive is to skip the drinks.
One of the busiest times to be on the road in this destination is around 8am. Make driving easier by avoiding peak periods in general.
Best hotels in Kaohsiung City for drivers
Spend less time looking for a parking spot and more time enjoying the comfort of JOHO Hotel. Around 2 kilometres from central Kaohsiung City, it comes with parking, internet access and a garden.
85 Cape Suites gets the details right with parking and features such as room service and a 24-hour front desk. It's roughly 0.64 kilometres from the city centre.
Need more ideas for your trip? Browse the lineup of hotels in Kaohsiung City. You can narrow things down using the filters — try 'Parking,' 'Outdoor parking,' or 'Valet parking.' If you're driving electric, you can select the 'Electric vehicle (EV) charging station' filter too.
After you've found a car hire deal in Kaohsiung City and the right hotel, it's time to plan where to go first. Kaohsiung 85 Observatory, CPC Sea Paradise Park and Water Square are the perfect introduction to the city.
Hit the road: Where to drive to from Kaohsiung City
Shift gears and take off to Tainan. Around 40 kilometres north of central Kaohsiung City, you'll find must-sees like Chi Mei Museum and Blueprint Culture & Creative Park.
They've perfected the guest experience at U.I.J Hotel & Hostel and The Place Tainan, two accommodation options with parking in Tainan.
Traveller Inn TieHua Cultural and Creative Hotel and The Gaya Hotel are comfy places to stay in Taitung City if you're settling in for a while. Go for one of these and have somewhere handy to leave your ride.
Got a little fuel left in the tank? Cruise on over to Hsinchu, around 257 kilometres north of Kaohsiung City. From Railway Art Village to Hsinchu Confucius Temple, it's the grand finale your trip deserves.
Hit the hay in Hsinchu at either Sol Hotel or Ambassador Hotel Hsinchu. They've got a room waiting for you and a place for your wheels too.
