I guess you want to hire for a special occassion. The problem is that you probably won't be used to using the kit and you won't understand it so you are unlikely to get the best from it, especially if your current experience is a point & shot on auto.
Agree with GG's point that the hire could also be as expensive as buying an entry-level DSLR, which even with the kit lens will still out-perform most compact cameras.