Lanzarote is the most easterly of the Canary Islands and is located approximately 80 miles off the Western Saharan coast. The climate is intermediate between tropical and polar making it the perfect short-haul beach destination all year round.
Like the other Canary Islands, Lanzarote is volcanic in origin. Due to the recent eruptions during the 18th and 19th Centuries, many parts of Lanzarote appear to be from another world, often described as Lunar or Martian. Hiring a car in Lanzarote will get you to your hotel in no time, allowing you to start the fun of a holiday abroad sooner rather than later.
Book with Zest Car Rental at Lanzarote Airport!
Zest Car Rental provides a fresh and honest approach to hiring a car at Lanzarote Airport. At Zest, we know how important transparency is when booking car rental. Our four-step booking process is simple and hassle-free, with no hidden costs or extras. At Zest, we know when planning your trip, you shouldn’t have to sweat the details and focus on the small print. Instead, you can relax and look forward to your holiday, without getting lost in car rental complications!
We also know that sometimes, plans change. Therefore, we offer free cancellation and amendments up to 48 hours before your rental start as standard. Should you require it, we also offer enhanced cancellation protection for a small fee. This offers you free cancellation right up to the time your rental starts!
Zest Car Rental only works with carefully selected and trusted car rental providers at Lanzarote Airport who care as much about reputation as we do, and always put the customer first. All our providers are monitored closely, and we review customer feedback frequently to ensure you receive the best rental experience possible. Our amazing customer feedback has meant we are ranked ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot. Also, Zest Car Rental are Feefo Platinum Trusted! You can read our Feefo reviews here!
Stay protected with Zest! We offer breakdown assistance at Lanzarote Airport as standard. Should you wish to be fully covered, we can provide you with our industry leading top-up insurance. Our top-up insurance is the top level of cover available provided by us. You’ll receive reimbursement cover against any loss or damage to the vehicle not covered by the standard car hire insurance. To find out what is covered on our top-up insurance, check out our blog! You can rest assured we’ve made things as simple as possible so you can focus on enjoying your holiday and exploring hidden gems!
If you wish to share the driving on holiday, we have negotiated a free additional driver with many of our trusted car rental providers! If your chosen provider does include a free additional driver, this will be clearly labelled on the quote page. Generate a quick and easy quote today!
All rental providers we work with operate a fair fuel policy. This means you either collect the car full of fuel then return it full or return it with the same amount provided upon collection. Hassle-free and straightforward! Learn more about fair fuel policies here!
If you ever have any queries before, during or after your car rental, our friendly customer support team is here to help you. We can even provide you with a quote or make your booking over the telephone! Our U.K. based call centre is open 7 days a week. Wherever you are, Zest are! We operate a 24/7 Customer Support Telephone line for any urgent enquiries during out of office hours.
The great inclusions Zest offers with every rental has led to us being the one and only Which? Recommended Car Hire Broker, an accolade we have earnt every year since 2017! Which? Concluded that Zest Car Rental goes ‘beyond for their customers’ and awarded Zest with a five-star rating for the clarity of the final hire cost. Fresh, Honest and Transparent!
Should I rent a car at Lanzarote Airport with Zest Car Rental?
In short, yes! Lanzarote has nearly 5,000 acres of active vineyards. The vineyards are concentrated in the central area of La Geria but also across the different municipalities. As such, wine tours are a popular tourist attraction and there are some wonderful views to be had whilst sampling some of the offerings.
Once a small fishing village, the island's third largest resort Playa Blanca is surrounded by chains of idyllic coves and gorgeous beaches featuring fine pale golden sand and warm, crystal clear water. The coves can be reached by car or boat however some of these areas are a little more off-the-beaten track and you may want to rent a car so you can explore them with ease.
Visit Las Cuevas de los Verdes which is at the northern end of the island. Hundreds of years ago this place was such a nifty hideout from pirates; one of its tunnels earned the nickname 'The Refuge'. These days though it's not terrified locals that head into the network of caves and tunnels, it's curious tourists instead! The real highlight is an underground lake. Stand on its edge, look down, and the reflection of the roof will leave you feeling like you're gazing into an abyss.
Jameos Del Agua is located in the north of Lanzarote and it's of the Atlantida volcanic cave system. The cave system was formed by the eruptions of the Corona volcano about three to four thousand years ago. When you enter the Jameos, the first cave is known as 'Jameo Chico', and it has been turned into an unusual bar / restaurant, with views over a small lake. This natural lake has extremely clear water and is home to a species of blind albino crabs which are fascinating to see.
Sightseeing around Arrecife
Lanzarote Airport is located between the two towns Arrecife, the capital of the island, and Puerto del Carmen. It is roughly a 10 minute drive from the airport to either of these towns.
Visit an important landmark of historical Arrecife, the Casa de la Cultura Agustin de la Hoz and the 17th Century Iglesia de San Gines. Other attractions include the Castles of San Jose, home to the international Museum of Modern Art, and San Gabriel, home to the Archaeological Museum. Arrecife also has its own beach, Playa del Reducto. A lovely promenade runs all the way from this area to the city's second beach, Playa del Cable.
Puerto del Carmen is famous for its lively nightlife and sandy beaches but there's much more on offer than just sunbathing and partying. With nearly 4 miles of golden sand stretching along the bay, beach holidays in Puerto del Carmen have a cove or beach to suit everyone. When the sun goes down, take your pick from plenty of restaurants, cafés and bars found on the promenade which also features ice cream parlours, amusement arcades and a selection of shops.
Useful facts about the Canary Islands!
- Currency: Euro (€)
- Side of the road to drive on: Right
- Time Difference: GMT+0
- Dialling Code: +34
Need to contact us on rental?
We hope that your holiday and car hire collection goes smoothly, however we understand that things don’t always go to plan.
If your flight is cancelled or delayed, please let us know on +44 1362 852288.
If you experience an issue upon collection, a member of our customer support team will be more than happy to help! Contact us and we will liaise with the car rental provider to resolve any problems.
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