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Located right outside the main airport terminal. Exit the arrivals terminal and head across the road to the rental car building. GO Rentals is the first kiosk. We estimate it would take you less than 1 minute to walk from the airport terminal to our kiosk.
You can add your driver’s licence and card details online or in the GO App before you pick up your car. Bring your physical licence and card with you for an efficient pick-up. Our customer reviews often praise our quick and easy pick-ups with our local, friendly team.
24-hour pick-up, 7 days a week at Nelson Airport!
After-hours pick-ups must be pre-arranged, and our team will send you all the instructions to arrange a contactless pick-up with online check-in.
24-hour pick-up, 7 days a week at Nelson Airport!
Don't stress about zooming back for our business hours,
Once you’ve confirmed your booking, we’ll email through some easy instructions for our drop box at Nelson Airport.
1 - 2 year(s) old
Fuel efficiency
Shift your budget into savings mode with the best car rental deals in Nelson or check out the relocation deals for your one-way itinerary! Get on the road with affordable rental cars.
Hot Deals
Secure the best deals for your car rental in New Zealand. From discounted bookings across our most popular cars to relocation deals for one-way trips. Discover how you can save with GO.
AA Member Discount
AA Members get an exclusive 15% off the daily rate from every GO Rentals car booking.
Book online or call us with your membership number to redeem this offer.
Snap Happy
Your travel memories matter to us!
Snap a picture of your adventure around New Zealand, and be in to win up to $500 of the cost of your rental back.
FREE basic car rental insurance
Our basic insurance cover is included in the cost of every car hire with two upgraded insurance options available!
One-way car rentals
We can organise one-way rentals with pick-up in one location and drop-off in another. Stick to your dream itinerary without worrying about circling back.
Offset carbon emissions
In partnership with CarbonClick, you can choose to offset the carbon emission of your GO Rentals road trip.
24hr AA roadside assistance
All GO Rentals hire cars have access to the AA 24-hour mechanical breakdown assistance and our Tesla EVs have access to Tesla Roadside Assistance.
GO App
With our GO Rentals App, you can book a car, check in faster and even control your Tesla car functions, right from the palm of your hand.
You can pay for the reservation in full at the time of booking.
You can reserve your car rental for $0 and pay at the time of pick-up. We will still require your card details on file for our cancellation policy.
Your car rental rate and Total Road Care package with GO Rentals include 24-hour AA roadside assistance and complimentary callout service for ALL types of breakdowns.
Your stress-free car rental experience is a priority and our insurance coverage has peace of mind built right in.
Cost per day
$0 extra cost. Included as standard in our rental fees which varies depending on the rental vehicle.
Excess
Excess liability paid by the hirer in the event of an accident or damage covered under the rental terms. The excess amount for this package is dependent on the vehicle selected.
Bond
A pre-authorised amount to be paid at pick-up and returned to hirer if no damage is caused. The bond amount differs depending on the vehicle and hire period selected.
Credit or Debit
A credit card with the main hirer’s name is required for this insurance option.
Cover
Full comprehensive cover including third-party liability, windscreen and tyre damage. The hirer is liable for the excess amount only if conditions under the agreement are met.
Cost per day
A fee per day will be charged for the full duration of your hire period depending on the rental vehicle. This is an insurance premium and non-refundable.
Excess
Excess is reduced from the maximum depending on the vehicle selected. This is only to be paid by the hirer in the event of an accident or damage covered under the rental terms.
Bond
Starting from $0 depending on the rental vehicle. A pre-authorised amount will be paid at pick-up and returned to hirer if no damage is caused.
Credit or Debit
A credit card with the main hirer’s name is only required for rental vehicles with a bond deposit.
Cover
Full comprehensive cover including third-party liability, windscreen and tyre damage. The hirer is liable for the excess amount only if conditions under the agreement are met.
Cost per day
A cost per day depends on the rental vehicle selected. The upgrade fee is an insurance premium and non-refundable.
Excess
From $0 excess liability and calculated based on the rental vehicle chosen. The hirer may have to pay an excess in the event of an accident or damage covered under the rental terms.
Bond
A credit card with the main hirer’s name is only required for rental vehicles with a bond deposit.
Credit or Debit
A credit card or debit card can be used.
Cover
Full comprehensive cover including third-party liability, windscreen and tyre damage.
Have peace of mind when you GO green! All of our coverage options cover our electric car fleet with the following amendments:
For full details on the electric car insurance, please read our terms.
| Vehicle Class | GO Basic Cover (Bond/Excess) | GO Assured (Bond/Excess) | GO Peace of Mind (Bond/Excess) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Yaris | $2000 / $4000 | No Bond / $500 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Suzuki Swift Hybrid or Similar | $2000 / $4000 | No Bond / $500 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Toyota Corolla Hatch Hybrid | $2000 / $4000 | No Bond / $500 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Toyota Corolla Sedan | $2000 / $4000 | No Bond / $500 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Mitsubishi ASX | $2000 / $4000 | No Bond / $500 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid | $2000 / $4000 | No Bond / $500 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Mitsubishi Outlander or Similar | $2000 / $4000 | No Bond / $500 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid or Similar | $2000 / $4000 | No Bond / $500 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Toyota RAV4 AWD | $2000 / $4000 | No Bond / $500 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Toyota RAV4 AWD Hybrid | $2000 / $4000 | No Bond / $500 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4x4 | $2500 / $5000 | No Bond / $750 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Toyota Highlander AWD Hybrid | $2500 / $5000 | No Bond / $750 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Ford Wildtrak 4x4 | $2500 / $5000 | No Bond / $750 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Toyota Landcruiser Prado (3-6yrs) | $2500 / $5000 | No Bond / $750 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Toyota Landcruiser Hybrid | $2500 / $5000 | No Bond / $750 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Tesla Model Y | $2500 / $5000 | $1500 / $750 | Zero Bond / Zero Excess |
| Kia Carnival (8-Seater) | $3000 / $6000 | No Bond / $3000 | No Bond / $1500 |
| Ford Kombi (9-Seater) | $3000 / $6000 | No Bond / $3000 | No Bond / $1500 |
| Toyota Hiace (10-Seater) 6-9yrs | $3000 / $6000 | $3000 / $3000 | No Bond / $1500 |
| Toyota Hiace (10-Seater) | $3000 / $6000 | $3000 / $3000 | No Bond / $1500 |
A comprehensive $3 per day fee ensures your journey is simple and stress-free, we include the following services:
Complimentary callout service for ALL types of breakdowns.
Covers registration costs, safety inspections and road user charges.
Enjoy free passage on all toll roads, we cover all costs including admin fees.
With Total Road Care, we handle all the essentials so you can focus on the adventure ahead.
We don't impose a maximum hire limit for our vehicles. You can check out our long-term car rental offering or call our team to assist you with a longer reservation.
Our minimum hire period is typically 24 hours as our rates are calculated on a "per day" basis, consisting of each consecutive 24 hour period.
f the Vehicle is scheduled to be returned less than 4 hours after the commencement of the relevant 24 hour period of the last day of the Hire Term, then the Hirer will only be charged 25% of the applicable daily rental rate for each hour (or part thereof) for that day.
If the scheduled return time is 4 hours or more after the commencement of the relevant 24 hour period, the full daily rental rate will apply.
Your rental is from 12pm Friday to 3pm Sunday (2 full days plus 3 hours).
If you return the car at 3pm Sunday, that’s 3 hours after the last 24-hour period started (12pm Sunday).
So, you pay 25% of the daily rate per hour, meaning 3 hours equals 75% of a day’s rate extra.
Your rental is from 7pm Thursday to 8am Sunday (2 full days plus 13 hours).
If you return the car at 8am Sunday, that is 13 hours after the last 24-hour rental period started (7pm Saturday).
Since this is more than 4 hours, you pay the full daily rate for this extra day.
In short, small overruns of up to 4 hours after your last full rental day cost you only a fraction per hour; longer overruns cost a full extra day.
You must pay for all fuel or electricity used during the hire term.
GO Rentals will endeavor to provide vehicles with a full fuel tank and EVs with at least 80% charge at pick-up.
Vehicles must be returned to GO Rentals with a full fuel tank or at least 80% electric battery charge.
At the time of pick-up, you may choose a pre-paid fuel purchase option, meaning you can return the car without fuel. This fee is dependent on the vehicle selected. No refund is made for any remaining fuel on the return of the Vehicle.
If you don't choose the pre-paid fuel purchase option at the start of the hire, then the Vehicle must be returned to GO Rentals with a full fuel tank. If the Vehicle is returned without a full fuel tank then you are liable to pay the then current price per litre to fill the fuel tank plus a $35 refuelling fee.
If you don't choose the pre-paid fuel purchase option, then the vehicle must be returned with at least 80% battery charge. If returned with less than 80% charged, there will be a recharging fee of NZD$1.00 (including GST) for every kWh needed to reach that 80% level. This charge will be based on the vehicle's current battery percentage and its total battery capacity. This will be calculated upon the return of the vehicle during the vehicle inspection.
Any amounts refunded to the hirer are subject to an administration fee to cover the cost of processing the refund of 10% of the refund due, or $20.00, whichever is higher. Online cancellation refunds are subject to an administration fee of 2% of the refund due.
All drivers on the rental agreement must present their physical licence to a GO Rentals team member.
Temporary, restricted and full driver's licences are permitted to rent some vehicles with GO.
Photo identification is required if hiring a vehicle with a New Zealand temporary licence.
Electric vehicles cannot be hired on a restricted licence.
Valid, full driver's licences are accepted from overseas travellers but must be translated to English and NZTA approved.
Foreign learners and provisional licences are not valid for renting with GO.
For more information, check out our complete guides to driving with licences from the following countries:
Minimum Age: You must be 21 years old to cruise in a standard GO Rentals hire car and 25 to experience the Tesla hire cars. Good news: we do not apply a young driver surcharge!
Maximum Age: There is no age limit to hire a senior car rental with us. You must present your full valid licence at pick up. Good news: we do not apply a senior driver surcharge!
You can add additional drivers to your booking at any time.
Every additional driver will be charged a $15 fee.
Each driver must present their physical valid licence to a GO Rentals office in order to be added to the agreement.
We offer one-way car rentals at all of our 10 locations on both the South and North Islands. Please note:
You can take any GO Rentals vehicle on the Cook Strait Ferry between the North and South Island, which is perfect for a stress-free one-way road trip.
When you book a car hire with GO, you will be offered an option to pay to offset your carbon emissions as part of the booking process. It’s a simple opt-in option calculated based on your rental period, allowing you to offset your rental emissions.
We value sustainable travel and the CarbonClick partnership helps to do your bit to protect our beautiful country.
We have a no hidden fees policy. All fees will be shown on your rental agreement or explained to you if any additional charges occur during your rental.
We may apply additional fees to cover circumstances beyond your rental terms such as late returns, extra cleaning or parking tickets. For a full transparent list of our fees, read our Terms & Conditions.
Kia Ora from Nelson! At the top tip of New Zealand’s South Island lies the city of Nelson and the beautiful region of Nelson Tasman. Home to great landscapes, vineyards and historical towns, we’re delighted that our car rentals can take you through such an amazing place! From Abel Tasman National Park to eating mussels in seaside Havelock, GO Rentals brings you great service and our award-winning car hire vehicles. We’re so excited for you to get started on your epic Nelson road trip!
The Nelson Tasman region is famous for its beautiful national parks! Whether you want to visit Abel Tasman National Park for a coastal paradise or Nelson Lakes National Park for its rugged mountain peaks, our rental vehicles will take you there with ease. For nature lovers, aspiring hikers and cultural enthusiasts, these national parks are the perfect stop on your trip.
With some of the most picturesque coastlines in New Zealand, Nelson is the perfect place for a morning kayak. With Wilsons Abel Tasman, your paddling dreams can come to life! An experienced guide will take you through the coastal sights and provide insight into the history of the area you choose.
Of course, it’s not a proper holiday without visiting all the quirky and cultural museums in the area. The World of Wearable Art Galleries and the connected Nelson Classic Car Museum are perfect for a day of relaxed sightseeing. With a great collection of historical cars and beautiful art, these museums are a perfect showcase of the Kiwi’s favourite interests.
For the history buffs travelling in our Nelson rental cars, the Founders Heritage Park will take you back in time for a nostalgic experience. With a large collection of historical buildings, including a cathedral, fire station and several artisan businesses, this park will take you back to yesteryear!
The Nelson Tasman region is globally known for its amazing wineries and Marlborough wine! This region is heralded as having some of the best sauvignon blanc and chardonnay as well as vibrant pinot noirs. Visit the Moutere Hills and Waimea plains to learn the ins and outs of winemaking and have a taste of the delicious grapes!
The famous green-lipped mussels found in nearby Havelock are the perfect reason for a mini road trip! A short hour from Nelson, this seaside town is great to visit for window shopping in boutique stores and viewing quaint colonial buildings. Try to make it for the annual Greenshell Mussel Festival that happens every March!
Our Snap Happy Photo Competition has customers revved up about our car hire in New Zealand! Submit a cool photo of your GO travel memory and be in with a chance to WIN up to $500 back from your booking.
This summer I was really lucky to have my mum and sister make their first journey over to visit me from the UK. I have lived in Wellington for almost 5 years now. This picture shows them strolling down the beach during our first evening in Golden Bay. Our trusty GO Rentals took us from Nelson Airport over the Tākaka hill to our lovely accommodation in Pōhara and we couldn't resist a paddle shortly after we arrived.
I was travelling alone, so I named my little Toyota Mel after her number plate, MEL716. Mel was a great companion for my epic two-week road trip across the whole of the South Island. We covered almost 3,000km together and travelled through some spectacular New Zealand scenery. This is Mel at the southernmost point that we could get to together, Stirling Point in Bluff.
The amazing views were endless as we drove from Nelson to Christchurch in our Toyota Corolla. I snapped this shot out the car window of Poplars Range.
Great car to take us safely to our favourite part of the world... Kaiteriteri Beach.
When you choose to hire with GO Rentals, you are choosing an authentic Kiwi car rental experience. We are one of the largest independent New Zealand car rental companies with local Kiwi staff that know our island is a real beaut.
We like to know our rental cars do more than just get you from A to B which is why we developed a road trip planner and NZ travel blog. Get on the road with a stress-free car rental and fuel your adventure with our local tips!
From our simple GO App with a pre-check-in process, 24-hour roadside assistance and transparent rental car insurance options, you are our priority at every step of the way. Whether you need a weekend car rental or a long-term car rental, our Nelson car rental team is waiting for you.
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GO all across NZ
We have ten car rental branches spread evenly throughout New Zealand, in the major destinations of Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Nelson, Queenstown, Dunedin and Invercargill so that you’re never far from a GO rental car.
