Car Rental Sydney CBD

Convenient Sydney CBD location

Find our Sydney CBD car rental in Potts Point, a vibrant neighbourhood 1 minute’s walk away from Kings Cross station. Simply drop by the Holiday Inn Hotel Potts Point hotel reception and look for the Redspot car hire desk. From compact hatches to SUVs, we’ve got you covered for the car rental you need. If you like surprise savings, take a peek at our Mystery Vehicles. You could be in for a cheeky deal!

Need flexible car collection? Make busy schedules a breeze with our easy pickups and drop-offs. You can pick up and drop off your Redspot rental car at any local hotel or business within the Sydney CBD. Too easy!

Quick and easy car rental

Looking for a quick and easy car hire in Sydney CBD? Redspot is your local expert on the ground, getting you where you need to go! Thanks to our awesome value packages and helpful services, it’s easy to find your perfect rental friend for the road.

Returning your rental car

Head to the Holiday Inn Hotel Potts Point, Car Park Level B2. From the car park entrance, look for the ‘Redspot’ marked bays located near the shuttle door on the right-hand side. Park your rental car, then drop your key off at the Redspot desk in hotel reception. Too easy!

After hours pick-up

Please call us at (02) 9356 8333 to organise after hours pick-up. Alternatively, email our team at [email protected] and we’ll help get you sorted.

After hours drop-off

Park your rental car at the Holiday Inn Hotel Potts Point car park bay marked ‘Redspot’ (Level B2). Then head to the Redspot desk at hotel reception and drop your keys in the key drop box. It’s available 24/7!

One-way car hires

We offer one-way car hires depending on vehicle availability. Contact our Sydney CBD 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
$0 damage liability
Additional windshield and headlight cover
Premium location fee
Registration recovery fee
GST-inclusive
Unlimited km allowance
Free additional drivers
No cancellation fees
No amendment fees
Pay later
Contract 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 – amount is calculated per vehicle type and hire itinerary
Premium location fee
Registration recovery fee
GST-inclusive
Unlimited km allowance
Additional drivers fee
No cancellation fees
No amendment fees
Pay later
Contract fee

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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:

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

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!

Spot-On Customer Service

For over 35 years, Redspot has been helping both Aussies and international travellers hit the road with confidence. We’ve sent countless adventurers roaming around Australia, and here’s what a few of our happy customers have to say:

Frequently Asked Questions:

What will I need to bring when I collect my rental car from Sydney CBD?

A valid driver’s licence and debit/credit card are all you need for collection with Redspot. If you plan on sharing driving duties with anyone, make sure to bring along their valid driver’s licence and credit card too. We will take care of the rest!

Can P-platers hire cars in NSW?

Yes – with Redspot Car Rentals, you sure can! We are one of the few Aussie companies that give the green light for local P-platers over 21 to rent a car in NSW. For safety reasons, you must have held your driver’s licence for a minimum of 1 year. Your full driver’s licence must also be valid for a minimum of 12 months from the date of rental collection.

Do you offer one-way car hires from Sydney CBD?

We sure do! Redspot offers one-way car hires (also known as vehicle relocations) between Sydney CBD and Sydney Airport. This makes it easier to jet in and out of the city without the hassle of fussy returns. You can also find us in 40+ locations around Australia, including all major airports. Check out our full list of car rental locations when planning your journey. There’s a good chance your mates at Redspot can lend a hand along the way!

Is there a maximum age for car rental in Sydney?

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

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