$42 Cheap Car Rental in Maitland

If your trip to Maitland is all organized but your itinerary is looking a little empty, we can give you a helping hand.There’s nothing like a bit of insider knowledge when it comes to attractions and experiences. Secure a rental car with CarRentals.com, ask the locals what’s good and then hit the road!

Time to hit the open road and journey out to Port Hughes. Just 19 miles away, a road trip here will be easy. Want an excuse to check it out? Moonta Bay Swimming Enclosure and Moonta Bay Water Park should do. If you need any more convincing, also think about Simms Cove.

Whether you’re hitting the road on your own or with some pals, CarRentals.com can help you find a suitable set of wheels for your Maitland trip. A compact car is a terrific choice if you’re going to be spending almost all of your time downtown. Affordable and with great mileage, these vehicles will take you from point A to B easily and comfortably. If you feel like doing things a little differently, take a peek at our special rental category. You’re sure to find something that’ll attract a few glances! Got the kids in tow? A spacious full-size car should suit all your needs.

You’ll be pleased to hear that there’s a huge range of both high-end and economy rental vehicles on offer in Maitland. What you end up going for depends on what you’re willing to spend and what you plan to do. Specialty and prestige vehicles are all about mod cons and comfort. If you want to treat yourself, why not pick up an SUV with all the bells and whistles, or perhaps a flashy medium-sized sedan? Otherwise, if you just need something to get you around town as cheaply as possible, we can help you out with an economy vehicle (or something else that won’t break the bank).

The left-hand side is where you’ll be driving in Maitland. Be aware that the controls of your rental car here, such as the steering wheel and gearshift, will be on the opposite side of what you’re used to.

Finding a parking spot in Maitland is a breeze. There’s no need to keep driving around the block in dense traffic here — and that’s what the locals love about it. There’s lots of on and off-street parking to take your pick of.

As with most destinations, you can expect slightly heavier traffic in the early and late rush hours. However, thanks to its smaller population of roughly 1,200, traffic congestion isn’t a big concern in Maitland.

Speed limits vary around the city of Maitland, but generally range from 25km/h to 110km/h. Most residential roads have a top speed of 50km/h unless posted otherwise.

Generally, your car rental company will charge the amount listed on the fine to your credit card, including local surcharges and taxes. Or they may supply your information to the relevant local law enforcement agency, who’ll then issue a fine directly to you.

As with many places, normal cell phone usage is not allowed while driving in Maitland. However, an exception applies for hands-free or Bluetooth functions. Just be sure to stay focused on the road.

In Maitland, it’s against the law to operate a vehicle with a BAC (blood alcohol content) above 0.05%. If you plan to have a couple of glasses of wine with dinner, you’d be wise to leave the rental car at your hotel.

It’s illegal to turn at a red light in Maitland. If you come across one, enjoy a couple of mindful moments until the light changes to green.

Seat belts must be worn in Yorke Peninsula Council. However, this rule may differ for certain vehicles, such as those operated by public transportation systems.