Los Angeles City Car Hire

Sawtelle, located in West Los Angeles near Brentwood and West LA, offers two rental companies with excellent access to coastal highways and beaches. Santa Monica Pier is just 8 km west and Venice Beach is a 10-minute drive south. Sawtelle Japantown along Sawtelle Boulevard is a unique culinary district.

Sawtelle Japantown is one of LA's most beloved food neighborhoods, featuring Japanese ramen restaurants, cafés, and shops along Sawtelle Blvd between Olympic and Missouri. The area borders the Veterans Affairs campus and Rancho Park Golf Course, and sits 3 km from UCLA's campus in Westwood. Take I-405 N for quick access to Getty Center (15 min) or Malibu (30 min).

Drive south along San Vicente Boulevard for a scenic route to Brentwood and Santa Monica. Book an electric vehicle – Sawtelle has plenty of charging stations and you'll save money on dense city driving. How long does it take to drive from Sawtelle to LAX?

About 20–30 minutes south via I-405 S or Lincoln Blvd depending on traffic. Is Sawtelle a good base for a road trip along Pacific Coast Highway? Absolutely – PCH is reachable in 15 minutes via Santa Monica, and from there you can drive north toward Malibu and Ventura.

Are there parking options at the rental companies in Sawtelle? Yes, both companies have their own parking lots, and street parking on side streets is generally good.

We compare prices from all major providers at Los Angeles Sawtelle so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.