If you’ve ever tried renting a car in Costa Rica, you know the struggle: dozens of websites, conflicting prices, hidden insurance fees, confusing terms, and reviews that leave you second-guessing whether the deal you found is real.
That chaos ends today with Ventu, the new peer-to-peer car-sharing platform built to make renting a car in Costa Rica simple, safe, and stress-free.
The End of the Overwhelming Search
For years, travelers arriving in Costa Rica have faced a frustrating maze of rental options. Traditional rental companies often advertise low prices online; only to double or triple them at the counter with mandatory insurance and unexpected fees. On the other end, renting directly from individuals can feel risky, with no verification or payment protection in place.
Ventu was born to solve that. The platform brings together verified local car owners (Anfitriones) and travelers in one secure space, allowing visitors to compare real options, see transparent prices, and complete the entire booking safely online.
“We wanted to remove the noise, the confusion, and the distrust that so many visitors experience,” says the Ventu team. “With Ventu, you know exactly who you’re renting from, what you’re paying, and how it works, before you even land in Costa Rica.”
Safe, Secure, and Seamless
Every user on Ventu, both the traveler and the car owner goes through an ID and driver’s license verification process powered by Veriff, a global leader in identity authentication. Payments and deposits are handled securely through Stripe, ensuring travelers never have to hand over their credit card details or cash to strangers.
The platform is fully digital, meaning check-in, payment, and verification happen before you even meet your host. No counters. No surprises. No waiting in line after a long flight.
Empowering Locals, Simplifying Travel
Beyond convenience, Ventu empowers Costa Ricans to share their vehicles safely, giving them a chance to earn income while helping visitors experience the country through local eyes.
For travelers, that means access to a wide variety of vehicles, from affordable compact cars to rugged 4x4s, available across the country, including airport deliveries and local meetups.
“Costa Rica is meant to be explored,” says the Ventu team. “We’re here to make that first step: finding the right car, finally feel easy.”
The Freedom to Drive
With Ventu, travelers can:
- Compare verified cars and prices in one place
- Pay securely without hidden fees or forced add-ons
- Verify their license and ID online
- Communicate directly with trusted local hosts
- Choose convenient pickup or delivery options
The result is a rental experience that feels personal, transparent, and trustworthy, so you can spend less time comparing tabs and more time enjoying the road ahead.
Find your drive today: https://rent.ventucr.com
About Ventu
Ventu is a Costa Rica–based peer-to-peer car-sharing platform designed to simplify and secure the car rental experience for travelers. Partnered with Stripe for payments and Veriff for driver verification, Ventu connects visitors with verified local hosts (Anfitriones) for a smoother, safer, and more transparent way to explore the country.
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