There's no rental counter on the Waianae Coast. Ours is the closest one, 30-60 minutes down Farrington Highway to Ewa Beach, depending on Farrington traffic, and we're built for Leeward residents and military on weekly and monthly rentals, not $90-a-day tourist cars aimed at the resort crowd. (Visitors are welcome too.)
Why Leeward Coast renters choose Baba
- The closest rental yard to Waianae, Nanakuli, Maili, and Makaha. The airport counters are on the far side of the traffic; we're on your side of the island, and you're driving home the same way you came.
- Built for the long haul. Car in the shop, waiting on a settlement, or between vehicles? A monthly Baba Versa rental costs a fraction of thirty daily rates at a national chain, and if your insurance authorizes you a rental car, we can provide a final invoice so you can claim it. Get a quote for your dates.
- Debit card? Fine. Personal insurance? Fine. Under 25? Fine. We rent to drivers 18+, take bank-issued (no Venmo, Cashapp, Chime, etc.) debit cards, and honor your own auto insurance if it carries collision with a deductible of $1,000 or less.
- Reliable, inspected cars. Every Versa gets fluid, battery, and tire checks before it goes out, and the A/C works. Every time.
What you get
- A 2007-2012 Nissan Versa sedan or hatchback. 90+ in the fleet, every one inspected, detailed, and running ice-cold A/C. We run one model on purpose: after years of maintaining nothing but Versas, we know this car inside and out. No rental, new or old, can be guaranteed issue free, but our maintenance routine keeps these cars pretty reliable, and if something does come up, we know exactly how to handle it. See the fleet and our honest "these are older cars" notes.
- Monthly and weekly rates that change with the season (request a quote for your dates), with age-tiered pricing for 18-20, 21-24, and 25+ instead of a daily young-driver surcharge.
- 50 miles per day, up to 1,500 miles in a month. More than enough for the island. The limit is there because our cars can't be used for rideshare or delivery services (DoorDash, Uber Eats, etc.).
- Easy extensions by phone, text, or email if your plans change, subject to availability during peak seasons.
How renting from Baba works
- Request a quote online (or call). Tell us your dates and your age bracket: 18-20, 21-24, or 25+.
- Provide your insurance documents. Personal auto insurance with collision and a deductible of $1,000 or less is accepted with no extra fee; otherwise our CDW is $15.70/day. If your credit card includes rental car coverage (see our non exhaustive list), you only need to submit a valid insurance card with your name on it. Digital copies accepted.
- Place your deposit with a debit or credit card in the renter's name and save your reservation number. A credit card is not required. No cash.
- Pick up at our Ewa Beach yard (5001 Iroquois Ave, inside the American Veterans (AMVETS) building, our partners) at your appointment time. Pickups and drop-offs run 9am to 7pm daily, with the last pickup at 6:30pm. The earlier the pickup the better: rush hour traffic usually runs from about 3pm to 6pm.
- Same day pickups? We can accommodate them as long as we still have vehicles available, but we recommend booking in advance.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a car rental in Waianae?
There are no rental counters on the Waianae Coast. Baba Car Rentals in Ewa Beach is the nearest option, about 18 miles from Waianae town (30-60 minutes, depending on Farrington Highway traffic), and specializes in weekly and monthly rentals for local residents.
How far is Baba Car Rentals from Nanakuli and Makaha?
Nanakuli is the closest stretch of the coast to us; Makaha can run 45-75 minutes depending on traffic, all via Farrington Highway to Ewa Beach. Pickup is by appointment, 9am to 7pm daily (last pickup 6:30pm).
Do I need a credit card to rent?
No. A bank-issued (no Venmo, Cashapp, Chime, etc.) debit card in the renter's name is accepted. We do not accept cash.
What if my repair or claim takes longer than expected?
Call us and we'll extend. Most Leeward Coast customers rent monthly and extend week to week as needed.
Ready to book?
Monthly and weekly rates available. Debit cards accepted. Drivers 18+. Personal insurance accepted.
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