Car Hire In Downtown Vancouver

With Premium Perks
Vancouver is a great place to live in and just as awesome a place to visit. As a visitor, there’s plenty to explore within the city and a hired car makes getting around so easy. For both residents and visitors to Vancouver, hiring a car for a road trip outside the confines of the city is a great way to experience everything Vancouver and its surroundings have to offer.
In either case, Ascent Car Rental is your go-to car hire company with premium vehicles, personalized service, and convenient pick-up options.
Premium Car Hire In The Heart of Vancouver
Located at Canada Place inside the Pan Pacific Hotel, Ascent Car Rental offers one of the most convenient car hire services in downtown Vancouver. Our central location means you can step off your cruise ship, walk out of your hotel, or arrive from the airport and get on the road within minutes. No long queues. No unnecessary transfers. And simple contactless pickups and drop offs.
With real people to speak to when you need personalised plans, we specialise in making Canadian car hire simple, flexible, and tailored to your travel plans.


A Fleet Built For Every Journey
At Ascent, we make every car on hire via our extensive fleet as affordable as possible, so you’re sure to find a vehicle that meets both your needs and your budget. Choose from compact cars that fit into tiny city parking spaces, spacious SUVs for your adventures in the Rockies, or 12 and 15-seater passenger vans that keep groups together.
Our rental vehicles are equipped with the latest safety features and unlike many car rental services, are ready- equipped with winter tires when the cold season rolls around.
Guided Tours
While taking one of our cars for a spin is a pleasure, sometimes, it’s nice to have someone show you around. Our guided tours are just the ticket. Our experienced drivers/guides offer an outstanding experience, blending comfort and flexibility for a trip you’ll never forget.
Our team can help create a tailored itinerary, so you get in all the sights on your list with a few extras that only locals know about.


Shuttles
We also offer shuttle services that get you from point A to B comfortably without being at the mercy of public transport. Whether you simply need to get to and from YVR and downtown Vancouver, need to organise transport for a group for a special event or want to take a trip to Whistler, our shuttle services for hire take the stress out of planning your transport.
Our shuttle services and guided tours are perfect for:
- Corporate travel and executive transport
- Private tours with customised itineraries.
- Group travel requires comfortable, coordinated transport.
One-Way Car Hire
At Ascent Car Rentals, we understand that not every journey takes you full circle. That’s why we offer a one-way car hire service. Pick up your hired car at our downtown Vancouver office or Vancouver airport and drop it off at an agreed upon location at your destination. It’s that simple.
Planning a drive across the border? Our Canadian car hire service offers cross-border transport too. Simply let us know when you’re booking the vehicle and we’ll make sure all the paperwork you need is in order.


Why Choose Ascent While Hiring A Car In Downtown Vancouver?
Everyone at Ascent, from the founders to the staff, is an avid traveller who loves being on the open road. That’s how we know what it takes to have a great car rental experience – from booking to pick-ups and drop offs, and all the additional extras like child seats and roof racks you need for a comfortable journey. Plus, with no unnecessary upfront payments and a quick booking process, reserving your vehicle is fast and hassle-free.
Our contactless pick-up and drop off options let you get on the road fast without dealing with long queues or endless paperwork. If you need suggestions on where to go or what to see, or want a customised tour, our friendly staff is here to help!
Whether you’re planning a short city trip or an extended journey through BC and beyond, we’re here to make every mile smooth, comfortable, and memorable.
Get in touch today and discover a better way to travel Vancouver.