Car Rental Nelson

Car Rental Nelson from $49 per day

RaD Car Hire offers some of the most affordable car rental deals in New Zealand. Enter your itinerary details above to unlock some of the cheapest car rental deals in Nelson.

Explore this vibrant region on the South Island of New Zealand with a RaD rental car from Nelson Airport. Get on the road in one of our spacious, brand-new quality hire cars at an affordable price.

While privately owned, RaD Car Hire Nelson & Marlborough is part of the group of companies that trade under the banner of ‘RaD Car Hire’ across the North and South Islands. This network makes us one of the widest-ranging car rental companies in New Zealand.

We offer an easy online booking process to find an affordable hire car all year round in Nelson, NZ. Rent a car by entering your pick-up and drop-off dates in the booking form above. Then, choose one of our Nelson Airport rental cars at great prices to fit your budget and travel needs.

As a locally owned and trusted car rental company, we pride ourselves on providing the best Nelson car rental experience. Enter your itinerary details above and get a quick quote and start your journey today!

03 546 9890 or 03 547 1346

Once you arrive, enjoy the friendly service of one of our representatives, who will pick you up from Airport House, located to the right as you exit the terminal building. Then, we will drive you to our airport branch, conveniently located just 3 minutes away. Simply present your driver's licence to receive your keys and rental agreement and begin your trip!

All our customers hiring a car from RaD experience a hassle-free rental experience. RaD customers don’t need to worry about organising an airport shuttle to return. Instead, we will show you how to return your rental vehicle directly to the Airport Car Park. You can, of course, return your vehicle to our depot car park.

If collecting a large vehicle, MPV, Minibus, Cargo Van, etc., you will collect these at the Airport from our private park.

We also offer an after-hours service for you to pick up/drop off the keys to your vehicle at whatever time of the evening you arrive or depart.

We offer an easy online booking process to find an affordable hire car in Nelson, NZ. To rent a car, enter your pick-up/drop-off dates on our website. Then, choose one of our new rental cars with great prices to fit your budget and travel needs. When you arrive, speak with our friendly staff - Derek, Sue, Jude or Ian — 0800 736 823 (press 4 and then 1 the prompt) from any public phone or your mobile or directly on +64 3 546 9890.

Call us anytime!

Our opening hours are from 7.30 am - 7.00 pm during winter months, and 7.30 am - 8.00 pm during summer months. We are open every day except for Christmas Day, but we can arrange a rental collection for you even then. Alternatively, you can email us at nelson@radcarhire.co.nz.

We aim to make the transition on arrival to your rented car as seamless and quick as possible. Our great range of new car rentals in Nelson offers you a wide and varied choice.

In New Zealand on business? Zip around central Nelson in a hatchback or compact SUV. If on holiday or need more space, head out of town in one of our luxury vehicles, such as a large SUV. Carry more equipment and seat more people with an 8-seat MPV or a 4WD double-cab Ute with a tow bar and bike rack.

RaD Nelson Minibus and Van Rentals

RaD also offers 12-seat minibuses and varying-sized cargo vans to suit your needs. Check out our modern fleet on our vehicles page online and pick up an incredible deal.

If you’re looking for cheap rental cars in Nelson, we’ve got you covered. Browse our range of safe, late-model cars for rent from Nelson, including a pick up and drop off service at Nelson Airport, at the best deal possible. Choose from economy hatchbacks and sedans - a perfect hire car option for day trips. Renting a people mover or luxury SUV will ensure the whole family gets a comfortable seat.

Here are some quick facts to help you prepare for your rental experience at RaD:

• Minimum Age – You must be at least 19 years old to hire a car with RaD Nelson. You must hold a valid New Zealand or International licence.

• Domestic Licence Information - All hirers must have a driver's licence to drive a motor vehicle. Drivers on restricted licences – please check with the branch concerned as acceptance of and T&Cs for restricted licence holders varies by branch and some locations do require you to have a full licence.

• International Licence Information - International licences are accepted, as well as all English written licences. If your licence is not in English you will be required to have it translated into English before we can hire a vehicle to you. Note that a NSW or Queensland digital driver's licence can NOT be used to hire a car in New Zealand, you must bring your plastic licence with you.

• Additional Drivers – you can add any number of additional drivers to your booking. Simply pop into any RaD branch nationwide and show us the additional driver’s licence to add that person to the booking.

• Baby and Booster Seats - all branches carry baby seats and booster seats and vehicles are fitted with anchor points. Pricing is all available online so please add any item to your booking or ask when booking via phone.

RaD Car Hire’s branches nationwide are franchised and, as such, individual owner-operators set the appropriate insurance liability, excess reduction rates, bonds, credit card security and conditions for younger drivers or licence categories.

To view the rates and conditions that will apply to your hire, please obtain an online quote, place a booking request, or contact the appropriate branch to request this information.

• All RaD Car Hire vehicles have insurance cover which is separate from the vehicle's daily rate quoted.

• This is referred to as our “Platinum”, “Gold”, “Silver” or “Bronze” cover

• All pricing includes GST (Goods and Services tax)

• Refer to your quote, confirmation email and/or rental agreement for the specific insurance excess liabilities, excess reduction rates and any surcharges if you are under 21 or on a restricted driver’s licence.

• Please note that not all branches permit hirers on a restricted licence to hire their vehicles, and some branches may hire only selected vehicles to hirers who are under 21 and/or on a restricted licence. Please check with the branch before placing a reservation.

Our fleet which comprises of new and nearly new vehicles all, as is common, have an insurance excess. All the vehicles deemed as Cars have a $3000.00 excess, and all the vehicles deemed as 4WD, and Commercials all have a $4000.00 excess.

With both vehicle types we have different cost options available to reduce your excess liability, the options for reduction can be chosen when you go through the booking process but it is important to note that in the case of the vehicles with a $4000.00 excess there isn’t a Zero excess available.