Hiring a car in Algarve is essential if you want to discover the beautiful and varied locations on offer. From the hidden unpopulated beaches, to the welcoming countryside you'll quickly find out why your Algarve car hire made the whole difference in your holidays.
If you are staying for a short weekend break or any further west than Portimao, you will find it cheaper to organise a car than arranging taxis and transfers. The easiest way to sort this out is at Faro Airport - where there are nine of the biggest car rental companies: Alamo, Autojardim, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, National, Rentauto and Sixt.
Alternatively there are branches of many of the big firms in most of the major resorts including: Albufeira, Alvor, Armação de Pêra, Carvoeiro, Faro, Lagos, Lagoa, Praia da Luz and Praia da Rocha. It may be worth booking ahead to reserve a vehicle either online or on the phone as the area can get very busy with most families looking to hire cars.
ATOP members: Algarve Agency Ltd, Algarve Select, Castaways Unicorn Holidays, Classic Collection Holidays, Design Holidays, Destination Portugal, Keytel International, Leisure Link Golf Holidays International, Palmer & Parker, Sunvil Discovery, The Villa Agency
