Book with Zest Car Rental at Madrid Airport!
Zest Car Rental provides a fresh and honest approach to hiring a car at Madrid 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 Madrid 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 Madrid 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 in Madrid with Zest Car Rental?
Flying to Madrid Barajas Airport is the perfect way to start your Spanish getaway. Only a short 20 minute drive from the centre of Madrid, you will be immersed in the museums, cafés and restaurants in no time. If city breaks aren’t your thing, don’t worry because the coast is under two hour’s drive away. You can head straight to the beaches of Valencia in your hire car and soak up the sun on the beach instead.
With a vast array of museums on offer throughout the city you can discover the vast collections of the Museo del Prado and the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. History lovers won’t be disappointed either, there’s heaps of stunning architecture to see around Madrid and lots of interesting stories to go with it. For example, the 18th Century Royal Palace is a must-see along with the buzzing central Plaza Puerta del Sol. Alternatively, you can grab yourself some hot chocolate and Churros and explore Madrid’s most famous market, El Rastro, to get yourself a bargain.
If you are after a more relaxed city break, Madrid is definitely the place for you. Most central attractions are reachable on foot and when you need a break you can just slip down a side street and immerse yourself in the relaxed tapas culture. After your stroll around the city you can prop yourself up against a tree in the Botanical Gardens and get to grips with that book you’ve been meaning to finish.
After all this, what could be better than heading out to a modern night market to sample a variety of culinary delights? San Miguel Market and San Antón Market are both well-worth a look. These undercover markets offer such a variety of food and drink that there should be something for everyone.
Day Trips From Madrid with your Rental Car!
If you find you need a break from city life then there is plenty on offer in the area surrounding Madrid. One of the top locations within an hour’s drive of the city is the Castle of Manzanares el Real. This historic castle has been used for many film sets, and it’s easy to see why. The 16th Century architecture of the castle is definitely not disappointing and there are breathtaking views of the lake and La Pedriza hills. After your visit to the castle you could finish the day off by grabbing a light lunch in the relaxed town centre and wandering round the gorgeous lake in the afternoon, taking in the scenery.
For some, the proximity to one of the greatest wine regions in the world may be too tempting to resist. The Ribera del Duero is just a short drive from Madrid and offers some of the best red and rosé wines that you can find. Hunting them out is all part of the fun and there are various wineries that you can visit for tours and tastings. It’s not only wines that are on offer in Ribera del Duero though, the region has some jaw-dropping scenery and delicious local food.
If you are travelling during the winter months then you could visit the Navacerrada or Valdesqui ski resorts, both within 60km of Madrid.
Can I take my Spanish Rental Car into another country?
Renting a car and venturing into neighbouring countries is a fantastic way to embrace the spirit of adventure! The freedom to explore at your own pace, discover hidden gems and the local culture is an experience unlike any other. The countries are providers allow you to travel into on your rental are:
Please be aware that each provider has different regulations on which countries you can take your rental car into. This is labelled during the booking process. Simple and hassle-free!
Useful facts about Madrid!
- Currency: Euro (€)
- Side of the road to drive on: Right
- Time Difference: GMT+1
- 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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