Title: Car Rental Santa Margarita Lake, CA - Expedia.ca [Santa Margarita Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Margarita.dx6150927)[Santa Margarita Lake Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Margarita-Lake-Hotels.0-l553248635976196045-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Margarita](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Margarita.d6150927.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Margarita](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Margarita.d6150927.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Santa Margarita Lake Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Margarita-Lake-San-Luis-Obispo.d553248635976196045.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_car.jpeg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # Santa Margarita Lake Car Rental ## Search and Compare from Car Companies in Santa Margarita Lake ## Featured car rental suppliers Compare from agencies ![car supplier logos](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2022/05/16/BEXCA-car-suppliers-logo-desktop.jpg) ![protection illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__protection.svg) ### Change your mind Penalty-free cancellation on many/select car rentals ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save 10% or more on over 1 million car rentals ![package illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__package.svg) ### Shop smart Compare car suppliers to unlock big savings ## Top Car Deals in Santa Margarita Lake \* Price found within the past 6 days. 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See all car rentals in Santa Margarita Lake [View all cars](https://expedia.ca/carsearch?paandi=true&fdrp=1&styp=2&dagv=1&subm=1&locn=Santa%20Margarita%20Lake,%20Santa%20Margarita,%20California,%20United%20States%20of%20America&dpln=553248635976196045&date1=10/10/2025&date2=12/10/2025&crfrr=defaultFlex&SearchType=Place) ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is car rental near Santa Margarita Lake? > Set off in a cheap car rental from one of the car rental companies close to Santa Margarita Lake. Bear in mind that things such as the class of vehicle you select and pick-up and drop-off points will influence how much you pay. Remember to use Expedia's filters to score a ride that fits your budget. From premium convertibles for two to vans for the entire family, we've got exclusive deals to get you behind the wheel for less. ### How much is parking near Santa Margarita Lake? > To find the most up-to-date prices for parking at Santa Margarita Lake, look up the official website. On a shoestring budget? Search online to see if there are special offers or even free parking at Santa Margarita Lake for early arrivals. ### Are there electric car charging stations near Santa Margarita Lake? > With the help of online search tools and apps, you can easily discover if there are electric car charging stations around Santa Margarita Lake. If you want the most convenient option, have a look at Expedia's range of hotels with electric car charging stations. ### What is the closest airport to Santa Margarita Lake? > San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) is the closest major airport near Santa Margarita Lake in Santa Margarita, roughly 29 kilometres to the southwest. Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) is also an option. It's about 80 kilometres south of this well-known attraction. If you're eager to get going without delay, see if you're able to rent a car at either of these airports or close by. ### Where is Santa Margarita Lake in Santa Margarita? > You'll need to travel approximately 56 kilometres east of central Santa Margarita to get to Santa Margarita Lake. ### What else is there to do near Santa Margarita Lake? > With the flexibility of having your own wheels, you can journey far and wide beyond Santa Margarita Lake. Start with [Santa Margarita Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Margarita-Lake-San-Luis-Obispo.d553248635976196045.Vacation-Attraction). It's a terrific day-trip location and the perfect addition to your Santa Margarita to-do list. ### What time does Santa Margarita Lake open and close? > Visit Santa Margarita Lake's official website for the latest opening and closing hours. Whether you want to seize the day or seize the opportunity to catch some extra z's on vacation, knowing the operating hours of every attraction you plan to visit will help make your trip a success. ## Car Rental Information | Popular car types: | [SUV](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/car-rental/suv?rfrr=car.table.SUV), [Full Size](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/car-rental/fullsize?rfrr=car.table.FullSize), [Economy](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/car-rental/economy?rfrr=car.table.Economy) | | --- | --- | | Car suppliers available: | | | Our best deal of the day: | | | Our second best deal of the day: | | | Our third best deal of the day: | | | From the airport to your hotel: | [Airport Transportation](https://www.expedia.ca/ground-transfers?rfrr=car.table.AirportTransportation) |