Renting a car in Guam turned out to be one of the best decisions of our trip. With taxi fares starting at $20 just to get anywhere, a rental at $49 per day was a no-brainer. Here’s how Seojin (6 years old) and I spent two days exploring Guam by car — from the south coast tour to Ritidian Point.
Why We Chose Dream Rent-a-Car
There are several rental companies in Guam, but I went with Dream Rent-a-Car, a Korean-run operation. The main reasons: easy communication, and the peace of mind knowing that if anything went wrong, sorting it out wouldn’t be a language barrier nightmare. We got an Elantra — nothing fancy, but in decent shape.
They threw in a picnic mat and cooler box for free. The mat was on the small side, but the cooler was invaluable for our Ritidian day. Free pickup from Dusit Beach Resort and drop-off at the airport were also included — when you factor in Guam taxi prices, that alone basically pays for the rental.
Driving itself was easy. Roads are quiet, and unlike Japan there’s no opposite-side driving — same as back home. No stress at all.
Day 1: South Guam Road Trip
We headed out after lunch and just followed the coastal road south, stopping wherever looked good for photos. No tight schedule — exactly how a family road trip should be.
Inarajan Natural Pool
The highlight of the south tour was the Inarajan Natural Pool. Locals were out in force, and the shallow, calm water made it perfect for kids. Seojin played here for ages. There’s no proper shower — just a basic rinse station — so pack accordingly.
Carabao Ride at the Banana Festival
We spotted a “Banana Festival” sign on the road and pulled over. No bananas in sight — more like a small local market, honestly. But Seojin got to ride a carabao (water buffalo) around a small ring, and that ended up being his personal highlight of the entire day.
We left after lunch and were back at the resort by around 6 PM — about 5 hours total. A relaxed, enjoyable loop for the whole family.
Day 2: Ritidian Point
The next morning we grabbed takeout burgers from Heavy Hitters and headed to Ritidian Point — about 40 minutes from the resort. I’d read warnings about sharp roads that could puncture tires, but the road had clearly been repaved. Drive slowly and you’ll be fine.
Ritidian was absolutely worth the trip. The water is incredibly clear and shallow — ideal for young kids. Seojin ran straight in and didn’t stop for a long time.
One heads-up: it’s a wild beach with no shade and lots of coral and rocks underfoot. Water shoes and sun protection are non-negotiable. We sat down to eat our takeout burgers at a shaded bench in the trees — came back to find ants had invaded the food. We may have consumed a few. Extra protein, I suppose.
Bonus: Rental Car + Shopping Is Unbeatable
One underrated perk of having a car in Guam: shopping. We hit Macy’s at Micronesia Mall and the Ross outlet store multiple times. Ross in particular is a treasure hunt — we picked up Nike and Polo kids’ clothes for under $10. With a car, you can load up without worrying about carrying bags around.
Tips for Renting a Car in Guam with Kids
- Choose a company with hotel pickup and airport drop-off: Dream Rent-a-Car offered both for free — easily saves you $40+ in taxi fares.
- Ritidian essentials: Water shoes, sun umbrella, cooler with drinks, large towel. Keep food in the car — ants are everywhere on the benches.
- Drive carefully on the Ritidian road: It’s improved but still rough in spots. Take it slow and you’ll have no issues.
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