Car Rental Auckland

GO the distance with an affordable car rental!

Image of the Auckland city skyline taken at sunset with the lights shining on all the buildings and in the port

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.

Car Rental Auckland Locations

From a vibrant city centre to stunning landscapes, Auckland is a popular rental car location for both Kiwi and international visitors.

Pick up a car in Auckland and explore the awesome things to do in New Zealand's largest city, from the iconic Sky Tower, the Auckland Art Gallery or the breathtaking Mount Eden volcano.

With a rental car location only a stone's throw away from Auckland International Airport and the domestic terminal, you could head out on an epic road trip. Auckland is the gateway to exploring the North Island's majestic scenery.

For a relaxing weekend, head over to the ferry crossing and pick up a rental car on Waiheke Island, only a short distance from Auckland city centre.

All our locations are conveniently located to give you the flexibility to hire in Auckland with a hassle-free service.

Map showing the location of the GO Rentals Auckland branches

Auckland City

Address: 165 Beach Road, Auckland City, Auckland, 1010

Office open hours: 08:00 - 17:00, 7 days a week.

Pick up & Drop off: 08:00 - 17:00, 7 days a week.

Our off-airport location in Auckland City centre is conveniently located to give you flexibility between an urban break and a world of adventure. Pick up a small economy car hire to zip through the streets of Auckland CBD or test drive a luxury Tesla car hire.

Auckland Airport

Address: 3 Joseph Hammond Place, Auckland Airport, Mangere, Auckland 2022

Terminal Location: We are a few minutes from the terminal but have a pick-up service. Call us or request a shuttle in our App!

Office open hours: 08:00 - 17:00, 7 days a week.

Pick up & Drop off: 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week.

Get GOing as soon as you land! Get behind the steering wheel of an Auckland Airport rental car and shift into holiday mode. Our rental counter is only a short shuttle drive away which can be booked through our app. With 24-hour pick-up and drop-off available, our Auckland Airport location works for you.

Waiheke Island

Address: Unit 4, Matiatia Wharf, 6 Ocean View Road, Waiheke Island, Auckland, 1081

Office open hours: 08:00 - 16:00, 7 days a week.

Pick up & Drop off: 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week.

Conveniently located at the ferry terminal, our Waiheke location opens you up to a world of stunning greenery, adventures and many quaint towns. Often hailed as one of the most relaxing places in New Zealand, our GO Rentals car hire could be the solution you need for a zen trip.

GO Rentals Customer Quick Facts

  • Minimum Age: You must be 21 years old to cruise in a standard GO Rentals hire car and 25 to experience the Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y hire cars. Good news: we do not apply a young driver surcharge!
  • Maximum Age: There is no age limit to GO with us! As long as you have a valid licence, we welcome you with open arms.
  • New Zealand Licence Rule: Temporary, restricted and full driver's licences are permitted to rent some vehicles with GO. Photo identification is required if hiring a vehicle with a New Zealand temporary licence. Electric vehicles cannot be hired on a restricted licence.
  • Foreign Licence Rule: Valid, full driver's licences are accepted from overseas travellers but must be translated to English and NZTA approved. Foreign learner's and provisional licences are not valid for renting with GO.
  • Credit Card Requirement: A credit card is required for bookings with the Basic or Assured insurance options that require a bond deposit. A debit card is acceptable for the upgraded Peace of Mind or some Assured insurance options without a bond requirement.
  • Additional Drivers: Simply pop in to any of our branches and show us your driver's licence to add you onto a booking.
  • Family needs: You can hire baby capsules, child seats and booster seats for your little ones! Add them onto your booking quote and we will fit them ready for you to GO.
  • Documents for collection: You will need your valid driver licence and your debit or credit card in your name. Note that a credit card is required for bookings with the Basic or Assured insurance option that requires a bond deposit.

Ridiculously simple pick-up & drop-off of our rental cars

Auckland is a bustling city waiting for you to explore and we don't want to keep you waiting. Using the GO app or online check-in, you can breeze past the traditional paperwork at pick-up and turn the ignition to GO faster than before. Download our app to cruise through your car rental process.

Image of a GO Rentals branch showing its self-service kiosks
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Qualmark Gold

Qualmark is New Zealand tourism’s official quality assurance organisation, providing a trusted guide to quality travel experiences. In 2023, GO Rentals achieved Qualmark Gold which recognises the best sustainable tourism businesses in New Zealand, with the delivery of exceptional customer experiences an integral part of everything they do.

A Gold Sustainable Tourism Award identifies those businesses leading the way in making the New Zealand tourism industry a world class sustainable visitor destination. When you see a business displaying the Qualmark Gold symbol you can be assured that the business has met stringent quality, environmental, economic, social and health & safety criteria - earning New Zealand tourism’s official quality mark.

Learn more at qualmark.co.nz

Qualmark gold award logo

Thousands of satisfied customers

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.

Rental Car Insurance Coverage

Your car rental rate and Total Road Care package with GO Rentals include 24-hour AA roadside assistance, and third-party damage and injury coverage.

Your stress-free car rental experience is a priority and our insurance coverage has peace of mind built right in.

GO Basic Insurance

Cost per day
$0 extra cost. Included as standard in our rental fees which varies depending on the rental vehicle.

Excess
Excess liability paid by the hirer in the event of an accident or damage covered under the rental terms. The excess amount for this package is dependent on the vehicle selected.

Bond
A pre-authorised amount to be paid at pick-up and returned to hirer if no damage is caused. The bond amount differs depending on the vehicle and hire period selected.

Credit or Debit
A credit card with the main hirer’s name is required for this insurance option.

Cover
Full comprehensive cover including third-party liability, windscreen and tyre damage. The hirer is liable for the excess amount only if conditions under the agreement are met.

GO Assured

Cost per day
A fee per day will be charged for the full duration of your hire period depending on the rental vehicle. This is an insurance premium and non-refundable.

Excess
Excess is reduced from the maximum depending on the vehicle selected. This is only to be paid by the hirer in the event of an accident or damage covered under the rental terms.

Bond
Starting from $0 depending on the rental vehicle. A pre-authorised amount will be paid at pick-up and returned to hirer if no damage is caused.

Credit or Debit
A credit card with the main hirer’s name is only required for rental vehicles with a bond deposit.

Cover
Full comprehensive cover including third-party liability, windscreen and tyre damage. The hirer is liable for the excess amount only if conditions under the agreement are met.

GO Peace of Mind

Cost per day
A cost per day depends on the rental vehicle selected. The upgrade fee is an insurance premium and non-refundable.

Excess
From $0 excess liability and calculated based on the rental vehicle chosen. The hirer may have to pay an excess in the event of an accident or damage covered under the rental terms.

Bond
$0. No deposit is required.

Credit or Debit
A credit card or debit card can be used.

Cover
Full comprehensive cover including third-party liability, windscreen and tyre damage.

Electric Car Rental Insurance

Have peace of mind when you GO green! All of our coverage options cover our electric car fleet with the following amendments:

  • The Tesla dedicated roadside assistance must be utilised before our AA roadside assistance.
  • A security bond on GO Basic and GO Assured insurance options will be required for a Tesla booking and therefore needs a credit card upon pick-up.

For full details on the electric car insurance, please read our terms.

Popular Vehicles to Hire in Auckland

With over 20 years experience in the New Zealand car hire industry, we pride ourselves on selecting a sleek, modern fleet to give you the best ride. From a sustainable electric fleet to various SUV and family cars, we ensure every vehicle will give you a relaxing trip in Auckland.

Auckland Car Rental: The Urban Gateway to Cruising New Zealand

Gift yourself the convenience of the open road with a car rental in Auckland. With our one-way rental service, you could even pick up a car in Auckland and drop it off at one of our many locations on the North or South Island

There is nothing better than a sleek car, time on your hands and the stunning New Zealand roads to explore, in our opinion. We're not biased, we swear! But here are our favourite places to explore with an Auckland car hire:

Waitakere Ranges Regional Park

Waitakere Ranges Regional Park

The Waitakere Ranges covers over 16,000 hectares of native forest, is there a better way to make use of your rental car? At only a 40-minute drive from our Auckland branches, you can find yourself seeking out the 30m high Karekare Falls, plunge pools or rugged walking trails.

Piha

Piha

Whether you are a surf seeker or love a stunning coastal view, you will want to make the trip to Piha, New Zealand's most famous surf beach. At only a 41 km drive from our Auckland city branch, you could be walking on the striking black sand or riding the incredible waves.

Matakana Village

Matakana Village

Sometimes all you need is a quaint kiwi village for a city centre escape. Packed with stylish boutiques, artisan food and wine and heritage buildings, Matakana Village is the perfect place to explore in your rental car. At only a 45-minute drive from Auckland city centre, you can fill your lungs with fresh country air on a relaxing day trip.

Waitomo glowworm caves

Waitomo glowworm caves

Glowworms are a beautiful sight to behold and the Waitomo caves are only a 50-minute drive from our Auckland car rental branches. The Waitomo caves are over 30 million years old with multiple levels and breath-taking cathedral chambers to explore.

Rotorua

Rotorua

Boasted as the geothermal capital of New Zealand and the adventure capital of the North Island, Rotorua makes for an excellent road trip in your Auckland car rental. From the towering geysers of Te Puia to the relaxing hot pools at the Polynesian Spa – Rotorua is a trip to please everyone!

Tauranga Bay of Plenty Region

Tauranga Bay of Plenty Region

Refresh your soul with a visit to the magnificent Bay of Plenty region. Packed with coastal landscapes, the vibrant Tauranga city centre and charming villages, you will want to pick up a hire car in Auckland and get GOing to your adventure.