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City Information

Our city centre is a popular rental car location in the heart of downtown Auckland. You could conveniently explore Auckland City in a small car or electric vehicle; a perfect hire car option for city driving. Alternatively, pick up an SUV hire car and get GOing on a classic New Zealand road trip!

Affordable car rental

If you’re looking for an affordable car hire in Auckland, look no further. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are always on hand to help find the perfect affordable car rental to fit your budget. We also offer competitive rates and hot deals to make your car rental in Auckland City even more affordable.

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Why GO with us?

  • FREE basic car rental insurance

    Our basic insurance cover is included in the cost of every car hire with two upgraded insurance options available!

  • One-way car rentals

    We can organise one-way rentals with pick-up in one location and drop-off in another. Stick to your dream itinerary without worrying about circling back.

  • Offset carbon emissions

    In partnership with CarbonClick, you can choose to offset the carbon emission of your GO Rentals road trip.

  • 24hr AA roadside assistance

    All GO Rentals hire cars have access to the AA 24-hour mechanical breakdown assistance and our Tesla EVs have access to Tesla Roadside Assistance.

  • GO App

    With our GO Rentals App, you can book a car, check in faster and even control your Tesla car functions, right from the palm of your hand.

Total Road Care

A comprehensive $2 per day fee ensures your journey is simple and stress-free, we include the following services:

  • Roadside Assistance

    Complimentary callout service for ALL types of breakdowns.

  • Government Road Taxes

    Covers registration costs, safety inspections and road user charges.

  • Toll Road Freedom

    Enjoy free passage on all toll roads, we cover all costs including admin fees.

With Total Road Care, we handle all the essentials so you can focus on the adventure ahead.

A track record of satisfied customers in Auckland City

Over the last 20 years we’ve had more reviews than we can count. We’ve included as many as we can here so you can see what others have to say about their GO experiences.

GO Rental App for a ridiculously simple pick-up and drop-off

Say goodbye to paperwork! We have introduced the fastest check-in possible. Fill in online or download the app and you'll be through pick up and on the road faster.

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Frequently asked questions






Explore Auckland with GO Rentals

One of the benefits of hiring a car from a city centre branch is the flexibility it gives you. Explore downtown, plan adventurous day trips or start an epic New Zealand road trip from Auckland city. A downtown car rentals branch allows you to pick up and drop off on any day of your trip, without having to make a journey to the airport. Check out our favourite nearby locations from Auckland city with your car hire!

Maungawhau/Mount Eden

Maungawhau/Mount Eden

Take a 4 km drive from our Auckland City car rental branch to appreciate the highest volcano in Auckland. Sitting at 196 meters tall, you can hike to the summit for breathtaking views of the crater, downtown and the harbour.

Piha

Piha

At only a 41 km drive from the GO Rentals Auckland city office sits New Zealand's most famous surf beach. Boasting striking black sand, incredible waves and stunning forest walks, Piha is the perfect day trip drive in your rental car.

Hobbiton

Hobbiton

In about 2 hours (167km drive), you could be at the world famous Hobbiton set in time for second breakfast and elevensies. Immerse yourself in the lush green shire, discover the magic of a Hobbit hole and be amazed by Lord of the Rings memorabilia!

Skydive Auckland

Skydive Auckland

Jump into a rental car and go on a thrill-seeking adventure. At only 50km away sits Auckland skydive centre where you can experience the highest and most hair-raising tandem skydive in New Zealand!

Waiheke Island

Waiheke Island

Take our rental car on a ferry crossing venture to the beautiful Waiheke Island. With magnificent views of the Auckland city skyline, award-winning wineries and many unique activities to experience, it is the perfect day trip in your hire car. Check out 13 awesome things to do on Waiheke.

Auckland to Wellington Road Trip

Auckland to Wellington Road Trip

Get GOing on a North Island 10-day road trip straight from our Auckland city branch. Over a 700km drive, you could be dipping your toes into Hot Water Beach, hurling down the World's first zorbing centre, bathing in a Rotorua geothermal spa or sipping on New Zealand's most famous wine in Hawkes Bay. Yes, please!

Car Rental Auckland - Start your adventure!

At GO Rentals, our priority is to simplify our car rental service so you can get on the road faster and enjoy the wonders of New Zealand. From building expert trip planners to writing inspiring travel blogs, we love to know that our rental cars have helped you make precious memories.

Book an affordable Auckland car hire today and submit a travel photo to our Snap Happy competition so we can take pride in being a part of your adventure. All submissions have a chance to win up to $500 of their rental car cost back!

With no hidden costs, 24-hour roadside assistance and a simple app or online check-in, it could not be easier to choose a GO Rentals Auckland car hire. We'll see you in the branch to pick up your keys very soon.

GO all across NZ

We have nine car rental branches spread evenly throughout New Zealand, in the major destinations of Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Nelson, Queenstown, Dunedin and Invercargill so that you’re never far from a GO rental car.