Alamo
Jeep Renegade
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $100/day
SUV Rental in Hilo
- Free cancellation on most offers
- 24/7 customer service
- No hidden fees
- Pay later on many offers
- 77SUVs
- 9rental companies
- from $100 per day
- 8.8 top rated · Alamo
The average SUV costs $189 a day here. Most offered: Jeep Wrangler, Chevrolet Tahoe and Hyundai Santa Fe. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Feb 2026.
- In the terminal: 6
- Free cancellation: 7 of 9
- Debit card accepted: 2 of 9
- Alamo
- National
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Avis
- Payless
- +3
SUV rental prices in Hilo
| Class | Typical cars | Suppliers | From / day | Typical / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compact SUV | Buick Encore, Jeep Renegade, Jeep Wrangler Sport | 5 | $100 | $137 |
| 7-seat SUV | Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Explorer, Chevrolet Suburban | 9 | $132 | $237 |
| SUV | Hyundai Santa Fe, Toyota Rav4, Jeep Wrangler | 9 | $111 | $130 |
The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Feb 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices
Alamo
Dollar
Buick Encore
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $119/day
Alamo
Jeep Wrangler
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $134/day
Enterprise
Jeep Wrangler Sport
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $142/day
Payless
Ford Explorer
or similar
- 7 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $132/day
National
Chevrolet Tahoe
or similar
- 7 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $147/day
Enterprise
Ford Expedition
or similar
- 7 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $165/day
Dollar
GMC Yukon
or similar
- 7 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $192/day
Dollar
Chevrolet Suburban
or similar
- 7 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $384/day
Alamo
Toyota Rav4
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $111/day
Alamo
Hyundai Santa Fe
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $114/day
Payless
Jeep Grand Cherokee
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $121/day
Dollar
Jeep Compass
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $124/day
Thrifty
Kia Sorento
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $130/day
Budget
Chevrolet Equinox
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $130/day
Budget
Jeep Wrangler
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $141/day
Hertz
Ford Escape
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $142/day
Companies with SUVs in Hilo
Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Feb 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices
Alamo
In the terminal
Daily 06:30–21:00
23 min wait
Credit card only
5 models
8.8
Excellent
5000+ reviews
from $100/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
8.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Service at the rental desk
8.9
Pick-up process
8.8
Drop-off process
9.3
Included in the price
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Glass and tire waiver
- Taxes
- Airport fee
- Breakdown assistance
Policies
- Free tank
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- One-way rental allowed
- Pre-registration available
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Winter tires
Office
Alamo at Hilo Airport
2350 Kekuanaoa St, Hilo, 96720, Hawaii, HI
8449130734
National
In the terminal
Daily 06:30–21:00
21 min wait
Credit card only
4 models
8.6
Excellent
500+ reviews
from $129/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
8.2
Cleanliness
8.7
Service at the rental desk
8.6
Pick-up process
8.5
Drop-off process
9.0
Included in the price
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Airport fee
- Breakdown assistance
- Taxes
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- One-way rental allowed
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver
Office
National at Hilo Airport
2350 Kekuanaoa St, Hilo, 96720, HI
8449130732
Enterprise
In the terminal
Daily 06:30–21:00
23 min wait
CDW included
Credit card only
6 models
8.4
Excellent
2000+ reviews
from $117/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
8.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Service at the rental desk
8.7
Pick-up process
8.3
Drop-off process
8.8
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
Policies
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Enterprise at Hilo Airport
2350 Kekuanaoa St, Hilo, 96720, HI
8449130733
Hertz
Daily 06:00–21:35
18 min wait
Credit card only
4 models
7.3
Very good
2000+ reviews
from $142/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
7.1
Cleanliness
7.7
Service at the rental desk
7.1
Pick-up process
6.8
Drop-off process
8.2
Included in the price
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Airport fee
- Taxes
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- One-way rental allowed
- Pre-registration available
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Hertz at Hilo Airport
2355 Kekuanaoa Street#15, Hilo, Hi, 96720, HI
8083781588
Avis
In the terminal
Daily 06:00–21:00
18 min wait
Credit card only
4 models
7.1
Very good
5000+ reviews
from $141/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
6.7
Cleanliness
6.9
Service at the rental desk
7.1
Pick-up process
6.7
Drop-off process
8.1
Included in the price
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Glass and tire waiver
- Airport fee
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver
Office
Avis at Hilo Airport
1 General Lyman Field Hilo Intl Airport (hawaii), Hilo, 96720, HI
808-935-1298
Payless
In the terminal
Daily 06:00–21:00
18 min wait
Credit card only
3 models
6.9
Good
1000+ reviews
from $114/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
6.6
Cleanliness
7.0
Service at the rental desk
6.8
Pick-up process
6.2
Drop-off process
8.0
Policies
- Unlimited mileage
- Cancellation fee $130
Office
Payless at Hilo Airport
1 General Lyman Field, Hilo, 96720, HI
808-961-0661
Budget
In the terminal
Daily 06:00–21:00
14 min wait
Credit card only
5 models
6.8
Good
10000+ reviews
from $109/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
6.6
Cleanliness
6.9
Service at the rental desk
6.7
Pick-up process
6.0
Drop-off process
8.1
Included in the price
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Glass and tire waiver
- Airport fee
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- One-way rental allowed
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Budget at Hilo Airport
1 General Lyman Field Hilo Intl Airport (hawaii), Hilo, 96720, HI
808-935-6878
Dollar
Daily 06:30–21:30
15 min wait
Credit and debit cards
5 models
6.7
Good
5000+ reviews
from $124/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
6.1
Cleanliness
7.4
Service at the rental desk
6.4
Pick-up process
6.0
Drop-off process
7.6
Included in the price
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Glass and tire waiver
- Airport fee
- Breakdown assistance
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- Pre-registration available
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Dollar at Hilo Airport
1 General Lyman Field, Suite 13, Hilo, HI, United States, 96720-4667
(866) 434-2226
Thrifty
Daily 06:30–21:30
15 min wait
Credit and debit cards
6 models
6.7
Good
5000+ reviews
from $125/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
6.3
Cleanliness
7.4
Service at the rental desk
6.4
Pick-up process
6.0
Drop-off process
7.8
Included in the price
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Glass and tire waiver
- Airport fee
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- Pre-registration available
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Thrifty at Hilo Airport
1 General Lyman Field, Hilo, HI, United States, 96720
(877) 283-0898
Rental conditions in Hilo
Based on 9 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Feb 2026.
| Driver age | Minimum age 21. Drivers under 25 pay $25–$28 a day extra (National, Thrifty and Avis). |
|---|---|
| Debit card | Accepted by 2 of 9 suppliers: Dollar and Thrifty. |
| Credit card | Usually required, in the main driver's name. 7 of 9 suppliers list no debit option. |
| Mileage | Unlimited at all 9 suppliers. |
| Transmission | All cars are automatic. |
| Cancellation | Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 7 suppliers. Cancellation fee: Payless $130. |
| Insurance included | Theft protection (TP) (8 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (8 suppliers), Glass and tire waiver (5 suppliers). |
| Included in the price | Airport fee, Taxes, Breakdown assistance |
| One-way rental | Allowed by 4 suppliers. One-way fee seen: $51–$102. |
| Free additional driver | Alamo |
| Extras | GPS (8 suppliers), Infant seat (8 suppliers), Child seat (8 suppliers), Booster seat (8 suppliers), Ski rack (4 suppliers), Winter tires (2 suppliers) |
| Special offers | Pre-registration available (4 suppliers), Free additional driver (1 supplier), Special discount (1 supplier) |
Where to pick up in Hilo
| Pick-up point | Type | Cars | Suppliers | From / day | Average wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilo Airport · 3 km | Airport | 42 | 9 | $114 | 18 min |
| Hilo Downtown · 4 km | City office | 35 | 9 | $114 | 19 min |
SUV rental near Hilo
- Hilo Airport (ITO) 3 km · 42 SUVs · from $83
- Big island Hawaii 42 km · 77 SUVs · from $100
Other car types in Hilo
- All cars in Hilo
- Van rental 19 vans from $126
- Luxury car rental 1 luxury car from $162
- Convertible car rental 14 convertibles from $104
- Exotic car rental 1 high-end car from $162
SUV rental in Hilo: FAQ
How much does SUV rental cost in Hilo?
Compact SUV from $100, $134 on average. 7-seat SUV from $132, $285 on average. SUV from $111, $146 on average. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Feb 2026.
Which companies offer SUV rental in Hilo?
Alamo, National, Enterprise, Hertz, Avis and Payless. Payless is the cheapest, about $122 a day on average. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Feb 2026.
Which models can I get for SUV rental in Hilo?
Most offered: Jeep Wrangler, Chevrolet Tahoe and Hyundai Santa Fe.
What is the minimum age to rent a car in Hilo?
The lowest minimum age among our partners in Hilo is 21. Drivers under 25 pay a young-driver fee of $25–$28 a day.
Can I rent a car in Hilo with a debit card?
2 of 9 companies accept a debit card: Dollar and Thrifty.