- Driving in flip-flops or with bare feet is strictly illegal in Gran Canaria, and the police are known to come down hard on offenders, even clueless tourists in rental cars. Keep a pair of sensible shoes in the car, just as a reminder, and be sure to wear them while behind the wheel.
- If you’re travelling with little ones in tow, consider bringing your car seat from the UK. Many airlines don’t charge extra to transport child car seats in the hold, while most Gran Canaria car hire companies will almost certainly whack on a generous surcharge. It’s a smart way to save a few more hard-earned pennies for family fun in the sun.
- Don’t hazard even a small tipple before hopping in your Gran Canaria hire car on a 2016 holiday. It’s something that could seriously backfire and leave you with a whopping on-the-spot fine. Drink-driving limits are lower than in the UK, allowing only 50mg of alcohol per 100ml, equivalent to a very small beer. Don’t take the risk and stick to soft drinks. There’s plenty of time to party after you park the car.
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There really is nothing quite like the freedom of the open road. So rent a car in Gran Canaria in 2017, roll the windows down, put your sunnies on, turn up the tunes and begin your holiday in style.
Car rental in Gran Canaria is a seriously great idea. Known as a ‘miniature continent’, the island is home to every kind of landscape under the sun, from forests and vineyards to sand dunes and desolate fields of volcanic of rock.
Once you’re behind the wheel of your Gran Canaria motor, the island is your oyster. What could be better?
Car rental in Gran Canaria is a seriously great idea. Known as a ‘miniature continent’, the island is home to every kind of landscape under the sun, from forests and vineyards to sand dunes and desolate fields of volcanic of rock.
Once you’re behind the wheel of your Gran Canaria motor, the island is your oyster. What could be better?
Travel information
Language: Spanish | Currency: Euro (€) | Local time: (GMT) | Average flight time: 4 hours
Pick up a car at the airport
Dozens of Gran Canaria car hire companies operate from the airport, so you definitely won’t find yourself stuck for a set of wheels.
Once you’re through customs you’ll find everyone from Avis to Europcar after your business. If you’re planning to pick up a car at Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) in 2017, it’s far smarter to book online in advance, allowing you to scrutinise the small print for hidden extras without a sales consultant pushing your decision.
Book your hire car in advance and you’ll also skip the laborious paperwork and get your keys in half the time. What’s more, the cheapest rates and widest range of available vehicles is at your fingertips when you book online before you travel.
Rent a car from your resort
Of course, there’s nothing to say that you have to rent a car at Gran Canaria Airport. If you’re worried about post-flight fatigue and need a break before getting in the driving seat, most of the bigger Gran Canaria car rental outfits operate offshoot offices in the main tourist hubs.
Gran Canaria has car hire outlets in Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés and Puerto Rico, making it easy to pick up your wheels from your resort. In Gran Canaria, it’s cheapest to return your hire car to where you picked it up.
Top tips for car hire in
Gran Canaria
Visit our getting around Gran Canaria page for advice on other forms of island transport.