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We make it easy to get to your hire car in Cairns with our complimentary pick up service. (Return Airport transfers can be requested for $15)
Please let us know if you require this service as it must be pre arranged!
Our diverse range of vehicles contributes to why a Mini Car Rentals hire car is the perfect companion for any party size travel in Cairns.
At Mini Car Rentals it’s our style,
To give you great service with a smile,
Because a car is just a car,
To take in the sights near or far,
And with car rental offices galore,
We know the customers are looking for more,
Than just four wheels to go around,
Whether Cape Tribulation or Tablelands bound,
You want reliability and service,
On your travels you don’t want to be nervous,
So to be sure that you get there,
Just rent from the people who care,
Yes, Mini Car Rentals Cairns, my friends,
While you holiday in beautiful Cairns.
– David Lodge
Take the stress out of your holiday car hire. Remove the hassle of claiming funds back if anything goes wrong.
Deal direct.
Local Family Owned Business since 1980 Servicing Far North Queensland. Pioneers in the Industry & Cairns Tourism Award Winner for Outstanding Customer Service.
Our Vehicles Range from Quality Names by the Likes of Hyundai, Kia, Mazda & Great Wall. The Fleet is Maintained to High Standards. Your Road Safety is our Priority.
Global Positioning Systems (GPS) are Conveniently Available for Hire with Our Rental Vehicles to Navigate on your Travels Through Cairns City and the Surrounds with Ease. The Cairns Car Rental Experts
We Cater to the Requirements of Families with Children – Both Baby & Booster Seats Available to Hire with Rental Vehicles. We Fit them on Request and Must be Checked by Customers to Ensure Safety.
Our Fleet of Vehicles can Optionally be Covered by 24-hour Roadside Assistance Service Provided by RACQ Fleet Care. Purchase This Extra Cover for Your Journey to Keep You on the Road.
Despite the car rental market supply or competitors, our prices remain competitive and fair so that we can afford to keep our returning customers coming back each year.
All charges are made aware to clients by being clearly listed during contract process, reiterated in booking confirmations and available for viewing on our website under the 'terms' page.
Drivers must present an up-to-date and valid driver’s licence for at least one year, have credit card to provide payment for security bond.
As per the insurance company, the minimum age to be able to rent a car is 21 years old & the maximum age is 75 years old.
Low cost and affordable: Car rentals mean that you don’t need to buy a car if you’re only going to use it for a shorter period of time. You’ll be saved from registering and servicing costs.
Freedom: Depending on the contractual agreement, you’ll be able to drive to areas that you wouldn’t be able to on a bus or train. You can choose what route you want to take, where to stop, and for how long.
Find a car that meets your needs: You can choose a vehicle that is family-friendly or just for yourself. Whether it’s a minibus or a convertible, or you’re in need of a van for a small group, we have vehicles available to suit your specific needs.
When comparign car rental quotes, the cost per day can be calculated to include many beneficial factors, these include:
However, some factors of a car rental are invaluable and something we strive to offer is a Personalised Service including desktop tours, free maps, discounts to local attractions and much more! - You won't get this anywhere else.
All standard rates advertised include Unlimited Klms and Basic Insurance Protection. Unless stated otherwise.
Yes, the standard security bond is AUD$1000 which is frozen as a pre-authorisation on a credit card, unless extra insurance cover is purchased.
Certainly. As long as you have your booking confirmation ready, and a description of the changes you’d like to make. We cannot, however, guarantee that your amendments will be the same prices as the initial booking as rates often change.
Feel free to add drivers to your booking. The additional driver needs to share their driver’s licence with us and sign the rental agreement. They’ll also need to pay an additional cost of a once off fee of $5 per driver.
You can make changes to both the pick-up and drop-off times and dates. Again, we cannot guarantee that the prices will stay the same. But we will do our best to accommodate you as we offer car rental services at competitive prices.
Give our friendly team a call or drop us an email, and we’ll advise you accordingly. You can also read the cancellation policy on our website for more information.
The international driver’s licence is a document that is recognised worldwide, which is used to identify the person as a licenced driver in countries that don’t have the same language as the one you’re driving in. You need a national driver’s licence alongside this for it to be accepted.
We try and hold whatever belongings that have been left behind in our lost property. If this happens, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our office so that we can return the item to you.
Mini Car Rentals is a local family owned Cairns Car hire company that is operated by the Willmott family, who is one of the longest provider of these services in the Cairns region for 30+ years. The Cairns Car Rental service that we provide is more personalised and includes late model reliable vehicles in order to satisfy your holiday transport requirements. Our Cairns Car Hire service has a diverse range of vehicles with smaller hatchbacks, medium sized family sedans and larger SUV or people movers available at our company. We provide Cairns City Car Hire that really is beneficial for your trip in Cairns, as we are your local specialists for tourist information about the Cairns region and understand the travel requirements for different day trips. Our Car Rental Cairns services are Cairns tourism award winning, with customer service like no other in the region with our years of experience in this local tourism leisure + transport niche area, we ensure you will have a great experience just as our online Google reviews reflect!
Mini Car Rentals has been operating in the tourism industry for over 30 years in Cairns, Far North Queensland. Your Most Trusted Cairns Car Rental Company. Searching for “Car Rental Near Me”? Don’t look anywhere else, We Offer Cheap Rental Car Deals!