Closest car rental to siesta key

Question

Anyone know of the closest car rental to Siesta Key Beach? We cant use Turo because we need to drive the car to Bonita Springs for the rest of our vacation.

Thanks!!

Answer

Siesta Key itself doesn’t have major car rental offices directly on the island, but there are several options very close by, mainly in Sarasota and at the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ), which is about 10–15 minutes from Siesta Key Beach. These options will allow you to pick up a rental and drive to Bonita Springs without restrictions that some peer-to-peer rentals like Turo may have.

Closest traditional car rental options include:

Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) rentals: This is the main hub for traditional rental companies. You can find all major rental companies here including Enterprise, Hertz, Avis, Budget, Alamo, and National. It’s roughly a 10–15 minute drive to Siesta Key from the airport.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car: Enterprise has several locations in Sarasota that are very close to Siesta Key, including one on Siesta Drive and others in nearby Sarasota neighborhoods. They are often the easiest for off-airport pickups.
Hertz / Avis / Budget / Alamo: Many of these also have city locations in Sarasota proper, all within a 10–15 minute drive to the beaches. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during peak season.

Tips for your rental:

Book in advance to ensure availability, particularly if you are traveling during a busy season.
Confirm with the rental company that you can drive to Bonita Springs; most major agencies allow interstate travel, but it’s always best to check.
Consider off-airport locations if you want to avoid airport fees and potentially save on daily rates.
If convenience is your priority, Enterprise’s Sarasota locations are often closest to Siesta Key and allow easy pickup/drop-off without needing to go through the airport.

In summary, your best bet is a short drive from Siesta Key to Sarasota or SRQ to pick up a standard rental from any major agency, giving you flexibility to drive to Bonita Springs.