Hiring a car in Gran Canaria
SIXT branches in Gran Canaria ⚑Two branches serve the island: Gran Canaria Airport and Gran Canaria Meloneras. Meloneras puts you straight into the southern resorts. | Speed limits in Gran Canaria ⚠Towns and cities are capped at 50 km/h (31 mph); motorways allow up to 120 km/h (75 mph). Use headlights in tunnels and mountain areas. |
Tolls around Gran Canaria £No tolls apply on Gran Canaria; all motorways are toll-free. Toll roads exist only on the Spanish mainland. | Parking in Gran Canaria ⓅParking Parque Santa Catalina, Parking Playa del Inglés, and Parking Las Arenas cover Las Palmas, the resorts, and the beaches. Summer brings heavier traffic to the popular southern beaches. |
Day trips from Gran Canaria ☀
| Car categories in Gran Canaria ⚙Gran Canaria bookings cover SUVs, automatics, electric cars, compact cars, estates, convertibles, luxury cars, economy cars, and minibuses. Luxury cars are the most popular choice among our Gran Canaria customers. |
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Gran Canaria car hire with SIXT
Hire a car in Gran Canaria and explore a slice of paradise in Spain’s Canary Islands. Our friendly English-speaking staff are there on arrival and our airport branch is near the capital, Las Palmas. We’re also found at our Meloneras branch to the south of the island, near the popular city of Maspalomas. Browse our fleet of modern vehicles that can fit your style and budget, from economy to premium, compact to spacious, and find the right car hire in Gran Canaria. Choose one of our compact sedans to explore the island and find the perfect parking spaces in the peak season or go for one of our roomy 4x4 to conquer any terrain and fit all your belongings with ease.
SIXT services in Gran Canaria
We’re ready to cater to your needs whether you’re travelling solo, with your friends or your family. Those looking for a luxury experience can enjoy our premium vehicles from BWM, Audi, Jeep and Mini. Pick one of our sporty convertibles and revel in the Spanish sun as you drive. Enjoy our 24h returns and competitive prices and choose what suits you best, from one-day car hire to long-term rental deals, with out-of-hours pick-ups being available for an additional fee. Need anything else? Add inexpensive extras such as a sat nav and child seats to your car hire in Gran Canaria.
Best cities to visit in Gran Canaria
- Maspalomas: The trendiest location in Gran Canaria is not only full of resorts and a buzzing hub for nightlife and fine dining, but also boasts incredible beaches and natural beauties, such as the Maspalomas dunes.
- Roque Nublo: Hiking to Gran Canaria’s famous natural volcanic rock is a must for anyone who visits the island. Located in the UNESCO Roque Nublo rural park, the emblematic rock sits at 1,813 m altitude and is an astonishing 67 m tall.
- Pico de Las Neves: Standing at 1956 m altitude, Pico de Las Nieves is a popular tourist attraction for the incredible views of the island available from its highest point. The road to the top can be narrow and challenging, so a compact yet potent car is best for reaching the mountain’s peak.
Summer in Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria’s beaches are world-renowned, and summer is the peak season to enjoy the best of Spain’s sunny climate, white-sand beaches, and crystalline waters. Playa de Amadores is a popular destination for families, with many water parks and child-friendly resorts nearby, while Playa del Inglés is known as Gran Canaria’s party beach.
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Good to know when hiring in Gran Canaria
In Spain the minimum rental age is 18 years old, the driver must hold a valid licence for at least a year and there are fees when under 25.
If you are ending the journey at a different location simply select a separate location during booking to check if this is an available option.
If you need some extras for your Spanish adventure than be sure to select our options of sat navs, child seats and extra protection packages.