Looking to Rent a Car in Malaga? Here’s Your Go-To Information Guide
Malaga is a large port city with a beautiful historical center, which can be seen in a couple of days. The city is located on the Mediterranean coast of Spain, it is the administrative center of the province of the same name in the autonomous community of Andalusia.
Malaga's area is 395 square meters. km., population - 568 thousand inhabitants. The city was founded by the Phoenicians around the 11th century BC. e., and since that time its infrastructure has been constantly improved and developed. Malaga today is a major port with a chic seaside resort located in the city, the city is full of picturesque natural landscapes, comfortable hotels and fun nightclubs. There are many architectural sights of different eras, ancient churches, educational museums, which are wonderfully combined with modern residential areas and large centers.
Malaga is a university city, a major cultural center Spain, it annually hosts colorful city holidays and festivals. Malaga is the birthplace of the brilliant artist Pablo Picasso and Hollywood star Antonio Banderas, as well as the city of traditional Spanish bullfighting and incendiary flamenco, fine wines and real olive oil.
In Malaga, the work of the artist Picasso and the artist Banderas is appreciated and loved - hence the many museums, streets, restaurants, hotels, memorable places bear their names. An interesting fact is that Picasso lived in this city only in infancy, but the collection of his works in the museum named after him is large.
Public transport in the resort is well developed, but in the city center tourists and locals prefer to walk. If you want to ride with the breeze around the city or see the beautiful beaches of Malaga, then it's better to rent a car on the Bookingautos website and go into the wind.
What to see in Malaga
After enjoying the Spanish sun on the chic beaches of the city, you should go to the historical center of Malaga to explore the sights of the city. Malaga is an amazing city in the south of Spain, because despite the fact that it is quite large, it does not feel like you are in a metropolis. In Malaga, you can not only have a great rest, but also learn a lot of new and interesting things, the monuments and sights of the city surprise with their diversity.
Alcazaba is one of the central attractions not only of Malaga, but of all of Spain. The fortress was built in the 11th century on the slope of a high mountain, thanks to which it is visible from different parts of the city, so it is better to start exploring the city with a walk around this fortress.
Malaga Cathedral is one of the most significant and beautiful sights of the city. This beautiful building in many guidebooks is called nothing less than the "main pearl of the Renaissance" in all of Andalusia. Malaga Cathedral is a mixture of different styles. So, for example, the doors of the temple are made in the spirit of Gothic, and the facade of the 18th century is in the Baroque style. In addition, there are features of classicism.
Pompidou Center is a Parisian art center located outside of France. The building is located next to the port, is a colorful glass cube, which is visible from many places in the city. Extremely simple, but at the same time very bold and interesting architecture is the perfect place for the collection of modern fine art stored inside.
Malaga Botanical Garden - this amazing place has existed for over 150 years and is considered a very beautiful park area of the city, whose area is 23 hectares. It was created in the 19th century by the spouses Jorge Loring Oyarzabal and Amalia Heredia Livermore. After the wedding, they traveled a lot to different European countries, where they visited amazing gardens. Given the wonderful climate of Malaga, they decided to do something similar in their homeland. The Botanical Garden of Malaga, called "La Concepción", impresses with the number of exhibits - more than 3 thousand tropical plants grow here.
What to see around Malaga
Diving is an excellent alternative to a beach holiday and leisurely walks around the sights of the city. The underwater world of the Spanish Mediterranean is quite bright and diverse. You can rent a car and go on a trip along the entire coast of Andalusia - 100 km west and east of Malaga, where you can scuba dive and admire the underwater world. Octopuses, moray eels, lobsters live in the bays of the Costa Tropical National Marine Park, the bottom is covered with a variety of underwater vegetation and corals. Near Marbella there are reefs and caves, and sea turtles and dolphins are found in the Strait of Gibraltar.
Restaurants in Malaga
There are many good restaurants and beach cafes along the coast of Malaga where you can eat fresh fish, seafood, paella and drink sangria. One of the most famous isEl Tintero, which is in the east of the beach. There is no menu here, the waiters just tell you what the chefs have cooked so special today.
Typical food in Malaga is espetos - sardines strung on a bamboo stick and fried over a fire, and pescaito frito - all types of fish caught in the morning and fried in a pan.
You should also try the classic Andalusian dish of tuna marinated with garlic and wine vinegar — Cazon en adobo. The famous sweet Malaga wine can be found in almost every bar in the city, which has a pleasant aftertaste.
Restaurante Matizhttps://restaurantematiz.es/ — an elegant and cozy restaurant with gourmet cuisine and the highest quality service, located in the Hotel Molina Lario, offers traditional Mediterranean recipes paired with wines from the province.
El Balneario - Baños del Carmen http://www.elbalneariomalaga.com/ is the only restaurant on the beautiful beach of Baños del Carmen. Here you can enjoy one of the best sunsets on the entire Costa del Sol with extraordinary panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea and the city.
El Refectorium del Campanariohttp://www.elrefectorium.es/ is a restaurant located in the Cerrado de Calderón area, where diners can admire breathtaking views of Malaga Bay. Traditional and modern dishes are served with an authentic taste of the finest local products.
Various types of signs and special road markings are used to indicate parking restrictions. There are ground and underground parking spaces.
Underground parking is usually paid.
Terrestrial ones can be both paid and free - they differ in the colors of the road markings.
Parking rules change depending on the day of the week, time of day, or a specific week of the month - all this information is indicated on the signs.
Paid parking. In areas marked with a blue or blue road marking line - zona azul, there are ticket terminals - expendedores de tickets para estacionamiento. Often, next to such markings, there is a sign depicting a hand lowering a coin. Using such parking, the driver is obliged to buy a ticket and put it under the windshield of the car.
Free parking. If the road markings are white or absent at all, this means that parking is allowed.
A parking zone marked with a yellow line on the road means that parking is prohibited.
A sign reading "Area Preferent" allows the car to stop for a maximum of two hours.
Parking Tejon - covered parking in the city center, price from 25 euros per day. Address: C. Tejón y Rodríguez, 9, 29008 Málaga.
Parking Granados en el centro de Málaga - indoor parking, from 25 euros per day. Address: C. Granados, 3, 29008 Málaga, telephone +34952223160.
Monthly price chart. Approximate prices for 7 days rental
January
€90
February
€87
March
€101
April
€148
May
€138
June
€190
July
€223
August
€166
September
€101
October
€103
November
€102
December
€199
* Data calculated based on car bookings for the previous 2 years.
A percentage showing the monthly occupancy of the fleet of available vehicles. During August, there is a maximum demand for car rental, which entails a decrease in the range of cars available for order. You should take care of booking a car in Malaga in advance, this will allow you to get the preferred option on the most favorable financial terms.
The best time to rent a car in Malaga is November. During this period the cost of renting a car of a compact category starts from €16, which is approximately 32% lower compared to the average price during a year.
Convertibles are especially popular in summer. It is difficult to find a free car for rent, and you will have to pay more than usual for a trip with a breeze. Renting BMW 4 Cabrio during Summer period can costs €179 per day.
Average prices for 1 day rental for different car classes:
4x
2x
A/C
3x
Citroen C1
Citroen C1
€14 / Day
4x
2x
A/C
4x
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta
€18 / Day
5x
3x
A/C
4x
Audi A4
Audi A4
€32 / Day
5x
4x
A/C
5x
Ford Foxus Estate
Ford Foxus Estate
€33 / Day
4x
3x
A/C
5x
BMW X1
BMW X1
€33 / Day
4x
3x
A/C
4x
BMW 5 series
BMW 5 series
€45 / Day
8x
4x
A/C
5x
Ford Tourneo
Ford Tourneo
€55 / Day
4x
2x
A/C
2x
BMW 4 Cabrio
BMW 4 Cabrio
€65 / Day
Our rental office in Malaga can offer you a wide selection of over 40 car models. You can rent exact car model. All cars are new and technically fully functional.
The cost of car rental per day directly depends on the season, car class and rental period. The more days, the cheaper average daily cost. A modest economy car will cost at least €22 per day. In the middle segment, the offer range is €39-€83 per day. Business class car prices start at €49. In the high season, absolutely all rental cars become more expensive, especially rare models and convertibles. So, in summer in Malaga popular with tourists BMW 4 Cabrio costs at least €76 per day.
In recent years in Malaga the demand for electric rental cars has been growing steadily. Their popularity is due to the presence of numerous free parking lots and recharging stations. You will be able to rent VW E-Vision in Malaga by selecting start and end dates of the rental in the search filter.
Required documents for rental cars
Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
Attention!
A valid international driver's license is required!
10 Key Tips for a Smooth Car Rental Experience
Download desired area of Google maps for offline access
Before the trip, we recommend that you download the necessary maps to the Google Maps application on your smartphone. This will allow you to build travel routes and use offline navigation on the ground. Thus, you can significantly save on Internet roaming charges, as well as on the "Navigator" service. Downloading the map is easy. You should select the required area, set the desired scale and enter "ok maps" in the search field.
Book a car in advance
Malaga is a popular holiday destination and the car rental service is in great demand here. Therefore, it is recommended to book a car in advance. When booking online, you know exactly which car, for what price and under what conditions you will get in Malaga. The main advantage of early booking is the cost savings. The less time left before the start of the rental, the higher the cost of the rental becomes. The optimal period for booking in rental companies is 6 weeks before receiving the car. If you book early, two days before receiving the car, you can cancel the order without any penalties.
Which car to choose
The compact model is relevant for city trips in Malaga. It can be Ford Ka or VW Polo. Mountain routes require a more powerful four-wheel drive vehicle - Audi A4 Estate or similar model. You can order an SUV for just €35 per day;
What you need to pay attention to when receiving a car
Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.
The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.
Insurance recommendations
Rental companies in Malaga may offer different insurance options. They differ in price and set of options. Here are the basic types:
Third Party Liability (TPL)/Third Liability Protection (TLP). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
Theft Insurance (TI)/Theft Protection (TP)/Theft Waiver (TW). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
Super Loss Damage Waiver (SLDW)/Theft Protection+Collision Damage Waiver (TP+CDW). Full protection against theft and damage, even if you are the culprit of the accident.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
If you want to save money and choose the cheapest insurance, carefully inspect the car upon receipt. Make sure the machine is not damaged.
Check out the fuel policy
When renting a car, you should pay attention to the fuel policy of rental companies. Often, when renting, tourists have to pay the cost of a full tank of fuel. This option is suitable for long-term rentals and long trips. But if you're only renting Malaga for a day or two, or if you're only planning short trips, such as to a small island, then you probably won't need a full tank. You can get acquainted with the fuel policy in the "Important information" section of the car you have chosen.
Unlimited mileage
The rental company may set a daily mileage limit. You will have to pay extra for exceeding the limit. Please check this condition before booking. It is possible that a more expensive rental option will turn out to be more profitable in the end: it will not require any additional expenses. To filter cars with unlimited mileage - use the "Mileage" filter in the search results.
Compare prices and conditions from different car rental companies
When choosing a rental car in Malaga, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.
How to choose a rental company
It is recommended to rent a car in trusted companies, that is, in those whose services you have already used. You can also focus on the rating of our site, which is displayed next to the name of the company in the search results.
Ceteris paribus, preference should be given to larger companies that have a high level of service and a large selection of cars. The best rental companies in Malaga are sixt with an average rating of 9.8 points and budget (rating - 9.7).
Getting a car at a rental office
Before signing a car rental agreement, it should be carefully checked for damage and defects. Do not be shy to point out the identified problems and problems - then you will not have to answer for them. When returning, pay attention to the fuel in the tank. Its volume must correspond to that prescribed in the agreement.
Also, do not ignore the phone number provided by the technical support representative when concluding the contract. After all, even the most experienced driver is not insured against a breakdown, accident or other force majeure event. In such a case, contact a specialist before the arrival of the police.
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