Car Rental in Santa Monica, CA

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Santa Monica (S6X)

Address:

1027 Broadway,
Santa Monica, CA, California, 90401, United States

Phone:

(1) 310-393-9194

Hours of Operation:

Sun 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Holiday Hours:

2025
NEW YEARS EVE   December  31  09:00AM - 02:00PM

2026
NEW YEARS DAY   January  1  closed
MEMORIAL DAY   May  26  closed
INDEPENDENCE   July  4  closed
LABOR DAY   September  1  closed
THANKSGIVING   November  27  closed
BLACK FRIDAY   November  28  08:00AM - 02:00PM
CHRISTMAS EVE   December  24  09:00AM - 02:00PM
CHRISTMAS DAY   December  25  closed

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Location Information

If you are planning a trip to Santa Monica in the future, you will appreciate the convenience and ease with which you can pick up a rental car. Budget Rent a Car has several locations throughout the city and offers complimentary pick-up service in some areas for customers needing rental cars. With Budget Rent a Car Broadway, you can rest assured that you'll find the rental car deal that best fits your needs. Broadway Santa Monica car rentals are highly recommended because of the size of the local metropolitan area. There are numerous attractions throughout this popular beachfront community as well as in other parts of Los Angeles County. A Broadway Santa Monica rental car will help you set your own itinerary for visiting family-friendly attractions like the iconic pier, Looff Hippodrome and Museum of Art as well as the Third Street Promenade. Whether you need the room of a minivan or want to drop the top and cruise the strip in a convertible, the wide selection available at Budget car rental on Broadway provides the answer. Enjoy greater flexibility during your stay with Santa Monica car rentals instead of relying on scheduled public transport to see Palisades Park and the famous scenic staircase that leads into the nearby canyon. A Santa Monica rental car deal can be very affordable and convenient, and you can always find the best rental option for your specific needs during your trip. Whether your family's itinerary for a California getaway includes sunny beaches, trendy shopping or famous attractions, rent a car from Budget Broadway to make this dream vacation a reality.

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General Directions
COUNTER: Located on Broadway between 10th & 11th Streets next to American Red Cross.
CARS: On-site.
RETURNS: Same as pick-up.
AFTER-HOURS RETURNS: Not available.

Budget in Santa Monica

Southern California is absolutely beautiful. The sun is always shining, the waves of the Pacific beckon—and Budget is here to provide you with an affordable car rental in Santa Monica. Our location couldn’t be easier to find. We’re just a block from Santa Monica Boulevard, at the intersection of Broadway and 11th Street. I-10 is also nearby, just to the southeast.

If you’re visiting Santa Monica, we’re a little envious—you get to experience everything locals take for granted through fresh eyes. Enjoy being a tourist! Pile into a minivan rental and head to Santa Monica Pier or Palisades Park. You’ll definitely have a good time. Sometimes locals need a rental car too. Maybe your car is in the shop, or you’re in between vehicles. Budget in Santa Monica can help there, too—with a great car at an awesome price.

What if you’re not staying in Santa Monica? Well, whether you’re heading to Los Angeles or across the country to Chicago, you can arrange to return your rental to any Budget location in the U.S.

Neighborhood Landmarks

  • One block from Santa Monica Boulevard

  • Only a mile from Santa Monica State Beach

Premium SUV

Nature is calling, and Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area is here to answer. Choose a premium SUV as your car rental in Santa Monica, CA, and go explore!

Minivan

Ready for an amusement park day? A minivan rental is perfect for bringing kids (or excited adults) to the Santa Monica Pier, Knott’s Berry Farm, or Disneyland. 

Compact Sedan 

Compact sedans are affordable, easy on gas, and maneuverable. You’ll be glad you can park in a tight spot when you go shopping at the Third Street Promenade.

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Checking out the selection at Budget in Santa Monica is as easy as scrolling to the top of this page. Plug your rental dates into the form there and discover all the available vehicles, plus their prices. When you see the perfect rental at an amazing price, go ahead and make your reservation so we can have it ready for you.

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