Cheap car hire in Granada
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Top tips for hiring a car in Granada
- Granada has many amazing attractions to offer, from very old ones like the Alhambra to very new ones like the Parque de las Ciencias (a science park). Spread all over the city, the best way to explore each of the many sights is by renting your own four wheels. Don’t rely on the timetables of public transport and discover the beauty of Granada on your own terms. The Cumbres Verdes and Sierra Nevada are also not far away, only a 30-minute or 50-minute car ride, respectively.
- Granada International Airport is located about 11 miles from Granada’s center, which is why it is best to pick up a car directly from the airport’s onsite agencies. Via the A-92, travelers will be in Granada in half an hour by car. The hire service desks are located in the main arrivals hall and include companies like Europcar, Avis, and Budget.
- The old center of Granada is made up of narrow roads and, unless you have a special permit from your hotel, the old center is only accessible to locals and public transport. Inquire at the hire agency and your hotel to make sure you don’t enter the zones accidentally, as cameras are in place and fines can be enforced. Since the street system can be confusing in Granada with ring roads circulating around the city, renting a GPS system with your car is recommended.
- Unlike many other European countries, most of the freeways in Spain and around Granada are toll-free, and drivers can use them to quickly get around, which makes Spain the perfect country for a road trip. There are a few toll freeways, but they are around bigger cities like Madrid or Malaga and marked with a “P” after the usual “A,” which designates a freeway. The A-92 around Granada is free, for example, but the AP-36 has tolls.
- Book your car hire in Granada at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about hiring a car in Granada
What type of car is recommended for driving in Granada?
As the city consists of many narrow roads, it is recommendable to opt for a compact car, as well as a convertible to get the most out of the Spanish sunshine. As petrol is very expensive in Europe compared to in the US, a compact car is also a good choice, as it will require less gas. Parking can also be a difficult undertaking in Granada and a small car can squeeze into more spots.
What’s the speed limit in Granada?
Adhere to the posted speed limits at all times and keep in mind that Spain states the limit in kilometers per hour. Within the city borders, generally 50 km/h (31 mph) is permitted, but many smaller side roads only permit 20-30 km/h (12-18 mph). On rural highways, 90 km/h (55 mph) is allowed and up to 120 km/h (74 mph) is permitted on freeways.
Where are the best places to park in Granada?
Finding a parking space in Granada can be a bit of a hassle, so, if possible, try to find a hotel which has a parking space included. Alternatively there are parking garages around the city, such as the Parking Arabial or Traumatologia, which charge around €1.60 per hour.
How much is the price of fuel in Granada?
The average price of fuel in Granada is R133,66 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 604 and R2 138, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Granada?
Compact (Opel Astra Sports Tourer or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Granada.
How can I find car hires near me in Granada?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Granada?
A Compact car hire in Granada costs R617 per day, on average.
Granada car rental reviews and directory
Avis
10,0
Wonderful
5 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
2 locations in Granada
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3,2 Poor
May 2018
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NothingCons:
Pickup was a horrendous experience. I've always been able to grab a car earlier than my reservation time. I understand it’s ultimately based off availability, so when the front desk attendant told me I couldn't get it sooner than one hour before my reservation time, I was okay with that. That was until I was assigned a car which had been clearly sitting on the lot before I arrived - a complete waste of my time. I usually pay for car rental insurance through 3rd party vendors, which is always fine. But for some reason, the front desk attendant told me I wasn't insured. I said I was and just paid it through Kayak (at $27), and he said that my file says I did not pay and had to pay Avis if I wanted the car insured. I dug through my emails and showed him the receipt proving I was insured through the reservation, and he tells me that it only covers changing the reservation. When I downloaded the PDF and showed that I was actually insured for damages to the vehicle up to $40,000, he said they didn't accept Allianz anyways and I had to cancel with them and pay Avis 90 euros to protect my car against damages. I told him that it didn’t make sense for Kayak to offer insurance that Avis wouldn’t accept and asked if he could tell me about their policies with 3rd party rentals. He said he doesn't have that information (could be true but still a reflection on Avis having terrible training policies - insurance is a big/complicated deal and their front desk attendants should understand the ins and outs of it) and goes on to say the car is only protected if I purchase through Avis. I obliged as I was tired of going back and forth and trusted that he knew more than I did being that he is an actual Avis employee. After doing some research, it sounds like I would have been fine through Allianz. This is incredibly disappointing as I feel I was manipulated through scare tactics to fork over more money for an already overpriced reservation. He also knew I was traveling into Portugal, and offered no help or assistance in regards to potential tolls, bridge fees, etc. All he seemed to car about was making me pay more and trying to spend as little time as possible providing actual customer service.8,0 Very Good
May 2018
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Thorough and efficient5,2 Fair
May 2017
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Car was Pretty newCons:
Avis drop off tried to claim I scratched the bumper. Complete scam so they can get money from me or the insurance company. Horrible, I hardly drove it and parked below garageSixt
9,5
Wonderful
4 reviewsCleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.5
Value for money
9.5
2 locations in Granada
Hertz
7,7
Good
9 reviewsCleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.2
Value for money
8.0
One location in Granada
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10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Dec 2022
6,0 Okay
Oct 2019
Pros:
Staff was friendly. Pick up location was convenient. Car was ready and clean and easy to drive.Cons:
At pick-up we were charged an extra 69 euro fees on top of the $72 in fees already paid. Adding up to about $150 to the base car rental fee for a 4 day rental. (Base rate was $120. We actually paid closer to $300 total) The break down apparently was a 40 euro fee to drop off at a different location. Plus some 21% tax that added up to 29 euro. The other $72 was a $18 “taxes and fees” per day. I found it to be deceptive pricing on Hertz’s part.4,4 Mediocre
Aug 2016
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Car had a heavy cigarrtte smell which the clerk forgot to mention2,0 Poor
May 2023
8,0 Very Good
May 2022
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7,0
Good
23 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.7
Value for money
6.9
2 locations in Granada
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10,0 Wonderful
Jun 2020
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Drop-off after hours was straighforwardCons:
Pick up took 30 minutes. It could have been 5 minutes, if one member of staff had been in the car park and the other membver of staff had dealt with the minimal paperwork and left the customer to walk with the car keys from the office to the car park6,4 Okay
Oct 2018
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Staff were very friendly.Cons:
Did not have the car I reserved so I was forced to get a bigger car and they made me pay for the difference. Did not explain anything about the drop off procedure even though they knew I would return car after closing hour.10,0 Wonderful
Sep 2023
2,0 Poor
Aug 2023
2,0 Poor
Aug 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Jun 2023
Dollar
6,4
Okay
1 reviewCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in Granada
Alamo
2,0
Poor
1 reviewCleanliness
2.0
Comfort
2.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
One location in Granada
Budget
8,0
Very Good
No reviews available
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
8.0
2 locations in Granada
keddy by Europcar
10,0
Wonderful
No reviews available
2 locations in Granada
Rhodium
8,0
Very Good
No reviews available
One location in Granada
Sunnycars
6,0
Okay
No reviews available
4 locations in Granada
Europcar
5,9
Fair
No reviews available
One location in Granada
INTERRENT
5,8
Fair
No reviews available
One location in Granada
One location in Granada
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2 locations in Granada
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Avenida de Andaluces 12
+34 871 180 192
Ctra. Aeropuerto, km 0.5 (Airport Petrol Station)
+34 902 491 616
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Av. De Andaluces 20
+34 655 24 49 82
Calle Periodista Miguel Montalvo Jiménez, 2
+34 655 24 49 82
Federico García Lorca Granada Airport, A-4075, Granada
+34 958 61 81 82
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3 locations in Granada
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AVDA Andalucía
+34 958 20 16 65
Avda. De Andalucía, 119
+34 958 20 66 70
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One location in Granada
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Estacion De Tren Granada
+34 958 28 87 55
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Av Andaluces 14.frente Estacion Devolucion/car Return Parkin Caleta
+34 911 50 50 00
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One location in Granada
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Avda De Los Andaluces
+34 958 20 44 54
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