confused about car rentals

[DisKim]

I have never rented a car before, so I went to mousesavers and also checked the threads here. There are so many codes and coupons that my brain hurts. I need simple directions. Can anyone tell me what the best place is to rent a car and what a good rate is? Also, do you really need a car in WDW. I've just used the Mears shuttle before and been fine.

 

[karyn]

We have always been happy with Dollar. They are right at the airport.

 

[shatzjsl]

Do you plan on leaving WDW? If not, you don't need to rent a car. If you are planning on going to SeaWorld or Universal you can get a Mears shuttle from WDW.

 

[DisKim]

I'm really not planning on leaving Disney property. The only reason I was thinking about is was because some people had rates that were only about $50 more than the cost of the airport shuttle. I figured if I could get a rate of just a bit more, then it would pay to have extra freedom to drive into the parks or go to a grocery store.

 

[Madhatter266]

How does the Mears Shuttle work to go to Sea World and Universal from WDW? Is there a schedule, where do you pick it up, and how much does it cost? Thanks!

 

[sgtdisney]

Originally posted by DisKim
I have never rented a car before, so I went to mousesavers and also checked the threads here. There are so many codes and coupons that my brain hurts. I need simple directions. Can anyone tell me what the best place is to rent a car and what a good rate is? Also, do you really need a car in WDW. I've just used the Mears shuttle before and been fine.

What size car do you need or want and how long to you plan on keeping it. I have always rented at the airport and have used National and Dollar a lot in the last few years. Depending on the size of car and such you can get rentals for as low as 100 or so dollars a week plus tax.

I am not so sure that anyone 'needs' a car in WDW, but I can tell you for me personally I would never go without one. They can come in handy if you plan on resort hopping or going off property to shop or eat or visit other locations. There are a number of people who never rent a car, while others like me would never go and not have one. It is really kind of a personal choice.