Car Rental Surfers Paradise
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*NOTE: There is no after-hours drop available in this location. Please either return your vehicle the next business day or head to Redspot’s Gold Coast Airport depot. For further information, please call 1300 668 810.
Location Information
Our Surfers Paradise team is a quick 3-minute walk from the main beachfront! Our vehicles are parked right on-site, so you can get out and explore a destination loved by locals and tourists alike. Hop in and get going across Surfers Paradise with Redspot!
Quick and easy car rental
Hitting the beaches in a hurry? Redspot is your local Surfers Paradise expert for car rental, getting you where you need to go. With our awesome value packages and friendly services, we’ll make it a snap to find the perfect car for you.
Returning your rental car
Dropping off your rental in Surfers Paradise? Simply park at our branch’s designated Redspot parking bay, head into our office and we’ll sort out the rest!
After hours pick-up
Please contact our Surfers Paradise branch to learn more about after-hours pick-up options. Alternatively, call 1300 668 810 for more information.
After hours drop-off
Unfortunately, there is no after-hours drop-off available at the Redspot Surfers Paradise branch. Please return your vehicle the next business day or head to our Gold Coast Airport branch for any after-hours drop-off.
One-way car hires
Ending your holiday in Surfers Paradise? Redspot offers one-way car hires (aka vehicle relocation) throughout Australia, subject to availability. Call our Surfers Paradise branch for all the details!
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**
- Book now, pay later
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
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.
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!
Catching waves and satisfied customers in Australia!
You won’t wipe out with Redspot! With over 35 years in the rental business, we know how to find the perfect match for you. Here’s what some of our satisfied customers have to say about our services:
Frequently Asked Questions:
How much does a rental car cost in Surfers Paradise?
Depends on a few things! The cost of a hire car can vary depending on the vehicle itself, the season, how long your booking period is and more.
Use our Rental Car Booking tool to check the car rental rates in Surfers Paradise. We’ll find the perfect match for you before you hit the road!
How old do you have to be to hire a car in the Gold Coast?
At Redspot, we don’t limit your holiday because of your age! We welcome customers over 21 years old with valid provisional P2 licences. Please note that for Young Drivers, there is a small daily surcharge and hired cars must be limited to ECMR, ECAR, CDAR, and IDAR class vehicles. Provisional P2 licence holders can reduce damage cover up to $330.
Do hire cars come with insurance?
With Redspot, they do! Our hired vehicles come with Standard Cover insurance coverage. So you can head off knowing you’re safe with us! Considering more coverage? Check out our Collision Damage Waiver or Super Collision Damage Waiver options for greater peace of mind.
Can my friend and I split-pay for the rental?
Yes, you can definitely split-pay your rental with a friend! However, there must be a designated hirer and a primary credit card assigned for further charges.
Explore Surfers Paradise with Redspot
Cavill Avenue
Springbrook National Park
SkyPoint Observation Deck
SkyPoint Climb
Meet Our Surfers Paradise Fleet
Looking to hit the beaches in style? Maybe you need the space for the kids and your sunbathing kit? Redspot’s fleet offers spacious luxury sedans, minibuses and more. We’ll help you find a rental vehicle perfect for sunny drives!
