Hobart Airport

Hobart car hire

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Call or email our Hobart Airport team to arrange after-hours pick-up. For after-hours drop-off, follow the signs to the airport car rental return area near the terminal building. After parking, drop your keys in the secure drop box. This is located in the Redspot kiosk inside the terminal.

Airport Information

Find our convenient Redspot kiosk within Hobart Airport, easily reachable by all inbound flights. Plus, our rental cars are parked within walking distance of the terminal. This means you can go from flight to car within a few minutes!

Quick and easy car rental

Thanks to Redspot’s prime location in Hobart Airport, hitting the road has never been so easy. You can go from cabin to car in a short walk. With our diverse range of hire cars from SUVs to 1.5T commercial vans, there’s something for everyone. Discover your red-hot Redspot ride today!

Returning your rental car

When you’re ready to say goodbye to your rental, head back to Hobart Airport. Follow the car rental car park signs, then park in the designated Redspot bay. Finally, drop your keys off at the Redspot kiosk inside the terminal building. Too easy!

After hours pick-up

Landed late but still need to pick up your rental car? Get in touch at 1300 668 810 or email [email protected] for after-hours pick-up options.

After hours drop-off

Flying from Hobart after-hours? Follow the signs to the airport car rental return area near the terminal building. After parking, drop your keys in the secure drop box which is located in the Redspot kiosk inside the terminal. Simple as that!

One-way car hires

Redspot offers one-way car hires (aka vehicle relocation) depending on availability. Reach out to our Hobart Airport team by phone or email to discuss!

Load up with Redspot’s red-hot value packages!

We’ve got your back with 24/7 roadside assistance so you never have to worry about being stranded. For an even smoother car rental experience, we have designed two packages for damage and liability coverage and extra services!

Package prices will be calculated based on your vehicle selected and rental period. Proceed to the car rental booking page for a quote.

All-Inclusive Package

This iconic Redspot package stands strong as the first all-inclusive car rental product in Australia! Designed with peace-of-mind built-in, our good value car rental package includes:

No hidden costs, we are upfront about the inclusions in this package!
$0 standard liability excess*
Additional windshield and headlight cover
GST-inclusive
Unlimited km allowance
Free additional drivers
No cancellation fees
No amendment fees
Contract fee**
Premium location fee* Registration recovery fee**
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Standard Package

Need something a little more simple but with all the expert local support? Redspot’s Standard Package might be for you. This includes:

No hidden costs, we are upfront about the inclusions in this package!
Standard damage liability excess*
GST-inclusive
Unlimited km allowance
Additional drivers fee
No cancellation fees
No amendment fees
Contract fee**
Premium location fee* Registration recovery fee**
Book now, pay later

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Terminology Key:

Let us break down our package terms so you know exactly what may appear on your invoice:

*Damage liability excess: ‘Amount reduced by’ is dependent on the vehicle type and hire itinerary selected.

**Contract fee: We have a small surcharge to cover our costs to draw up our rental agreement with you.

***Premium location fee: Sometimes a premium airport or downtown location will charge us an additional surcharge for each rental and we are upfront about this cost in your package! The price will depend on the location selected.

****Registration recovery fee: We pay a surcharge to cover our vehicle registration and compulsory third-party insurance costs and we highlight this clearly in your package breakdown.

At Redspot, we believe in straight-up honesty! Just so you’re in the loop, all the nitty-gritty on damage liability and extra charges can be found in our terms and conditions.

Redspot Driver Facts

Rev-Up for Young Drivers

We are one of the few car rental companies to have a minimum driver age of 21!

Note that drivers under 25 will pay a daily surcharge on their car rental fee. Car hire is limited to small to medium-sized sedans and hatchbacks.

Maximum age is no barrier

With Redspot, age is just a number! There is no maximum age to hit the road.

Local P-Platers and Full Licences

Redspot Car Rentals gives P-platers the green light – one of the few Aussie companies that do! Our safety rules include:

You must have held your provisional driver’s licence for a minimum of 1 year.
Your full driver’s licence must be valid for a minimum of 12 months from the date of rental collection.

Overseas visitors welcome

Explore every Aussie hotspot with Redspot! Temporary overseas visitors can hire a car with:

A full valid driver’s licence and passport
Licences must have photo identification
If the licence is not in English then you will need an official translated document from your embassy or road traffic authority in your home country
Some countries may need to apply for an international driver’s permit

Credit Card Condition

Cover your back and ours. All rental cars require a credit card at pick-up for a pre-authorisation.

Share the ride with additional drivers

We can easily add additional drivers to your car rental booking. The driver will need to show their full valid driver’s licence in any branch and provide a credit card for a daily surcharge. Too easy!

Family-friendly car hire

Redspot is a family-run business and selects modern SUVs, sedans and people carriers for family comfort. With a range of baby, child and booster seats available to hire, the little ones don’t miss out.

Toll-road Tricks

Buy peace-of-mind with a Redspot toll road waiver and say goodbye to unexpected charges.

Fuel Flexibility

Pre-pay, post-pay or refuel your rental car yourself. Redspot make it easy to keep a full tank for an Australian adventure.

Don’t sweat the paperwork

All you need to bring for collection is your valid driver’s licence and credit card. We will take care of the rest!

A track record of satisfied customers in Australia

From compact cars for city slickin’ to roomy SUVs for all your hiking gear – Redspot has it all! Check out our diverse fleet range to match your Hobart adventures today:

Frequently Asked Questions:

Do you need a car to get around Hobart?

While Hobart is a compact city with plenty of walkable areas, having a rental car offers greater flexibility to explore the rest of Tasmania!

With a car, you can easily reach Mount Wellington and enjoy scenic drives along the coastline. You can also take your adventures further by exploring natural wonders like Bruny Island or Wineglass Bay.

Can I rent a car in Australia as a tourist?

Yes, tourists are more than welcome to rent a car in Australia! Temporary visitors can show their valid overseas driver’s licence and passport to rent vehicles from Redspot.

If you’re loving your time here and stay in Australia for longer than 3 months, that’s when you’ll need to transition to a local driver’s licence. This depends on the state or territory you’re travelling in, so check in with our friendly Hobart Airport team for local advice.

Note: Make sure to bring a physical driver’s licence to the kiosk. Digital licences or passports are not accepted as valid documents.

If your licence is not in English, we’ll need a translated version from your embassy or traffic authority in your home country.

Can you rent a car from Launceston and return to Hobart?

Yes, you can! Simply pick up your car in Launceston and drop it off at Redspot’s convenient Hobart Airport branch. Check with our Hobart Airport team for vehicle availability and we’ll do our best to match your travel plans.

How close to full does a rental car need to be?

No need to worry, your Redspot rental car will be full of fuel when you pick it up! When it comes to returning it, it’s up to you if you want to refuel or not! Here are your options:

You can prepay for a full tank at a discounted rate at the start of your rental period. This will save you the hassle of filling it up later, just note that there’s no refund for unused fuel.
Only get charged for the fuel you use. This will be at a higher rate than above.

Explore Hobart with Redspot

Related blogposts

Ready to hit the road? With your Redspot rental from Hobart Airport, you’re all set to explore the best of Tasmania! Cruise into holiday mode and visit iconic spots like Mount Wellington and Wineglass Bay. Get your trip into gear and start exploring with Redspot today!

Kunanyi/Mount Wellington

Wineglass Bay

Cradle Mountain National Park

Bruny Island

Red-hot Hobart tips from our local staff

“Drive to the Huon Valley for fresh produce, cider, and quiet river vibes. Or, head to Bruny Island—locals recommend going early to beat the ferry queue and indulging in cheese, oysters, and the famous Bruny Island Chocolate Company.” – Sarah, Branch Manager, Hobart Airport

“Hobart is big on local beer, cider, and whisky. Head to Shambles Brewery or Lark Distillery for a true taste of Tassie. Pick up a few bottles of Franklin cider or Huon Valley apples as souvenirs—they’re better than any mass-market stuff.” – Mo, TAS Regional Operations Manager

“Explore Salamanca and Battery Point by Foot – Don’t just stick to Salamanca Market (though it’s a must on Saturdays). Wander through the sandstone lanes of Battery Point for a quiet, historic charm.
Pop into local bakeries, boutiques, and hidden galleries. Ask locals for directions to Arthur Circus—a tiny roundabout with cute cottages.” – Risbabh, Branch Manager Hobart City