It is often possible to leave the car in a different city or even another country, use the booking tool to see availability, this is not possible between the islands.

In Spain the minimum age to hire a car is only 18 years old! We have excellent economy class cars for younger drivers available, but there is a charge for drivers under 23.

What's the minimum age to hire a car in Spain?

To rent a car with SIXT in Spain you need to be at least 18 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply.

Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?

You can modify, extend, or cancel your reservation in Spain through your manage booking section or through the app.

What documents do I need to hire a car in Spain?

You need a valid driver’s license held for at least 1 year, depending on the car category. You might also need an International Driving Permit or official translation of the license.

Can I book a long-term car rental in Spain?

Whether you’re planning to stay in Spain or travel beyond, it’s easy to reserve a long-term rental. Enter your trip dates and pick-up/drop-off locations and we’ll find you affordable long-term car rental deals.

Do I need to purchase insurance or protection packages with my rental in Spain?

A damage waiver is included with your booking. You can add other protection products to reduce your excess.

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Sixt Car Hire Services in Spain

Take your time travelling through Spain with a long-term rental and hire a 4x4 for some off-road action. Use a sat nav to ensure you never get lost and indulge yourself in Spanish culture. Only having a short break? We also do weekend rentals too, so you decide how long you want your car hire period to be. With bookable extras such as child seats and added protection, car hire with us is seamless and stress free.

Best places to visit in Spain

Madrid: Soak up the culture of the Prado and Reina Sofia museums in Atocha before taking a stroll in the relaxing Retiro park. Take your SIXT car a bit further afield to the mountains of Manzanares El Real where you can be amongst nature in a historic town.
Palma de Mallorca: Gaze in amazement at the architectural feat of its cathedral. Enjoy some time at the beautiful beach in the hip district of Portixol before driving to the historic town of Sóller in the mountains.
Seville: With architecture that will blow your mind, including the delightful Plaza de España in Parque de Maria Luisa. Get a different perspective and hire a kayak out along the Guadalquivir river, before enjoying a spot of Flamenco in the evening

Summer 2024 in Spain

Summer in Spain isn’t summer without a trip to the beach. Visit one of Europe’s highest rated beaches in San Sebastian, before testing out their world famous pintxo snacks. Head to one of a number of national parks, such as Tablas Daimiel, where you can enjoy a hike and soak up the surrounding scenery and nature.

Car Hire in Spain with Sixt

From Majorca to Madrid and Bilbao to Barcelona, SIXT welcomes you explore the stunning Spanish scenery with a car hire in Spain. Whether you’re on a road trip through the farmlands of Andalusia or exploring the coastline of Valencia, we have a number of convenient locations for you to hire a SIXT vehicle from. Soak up the Spanish sun whilst driving along the Costa Brava and hire a convertible with us. Or take the whole family on a holiday they won’t forget with an MPV. With a friendly customer service available 24/7, car hire in Spain has never been so easy.

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Prithvi B.

5.0

Javi was super helpful and great. Good experience all in all

Serge E.

5.0

We got a nice new car with no reservation fast and for a good price. The service guy was super nice. And they work on weekends! Highly recommend this place.

Badran A.

5.0

A special and beautiful experience

*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked in Spain. The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting in Spain

Driving Tips

In Spain you must drive on the right-hand lane and speaking on mobiles while driving is strictly forbidden, cars will flash their headlights to indicate they will overtake you.

Tolls

In Spain you can pay tolls with cash or credit card, generally when you enter one toll you will receive a ticket to pay at the next toll.

Payment Methods

If you hire a car with us in Spain any major credit can be used, including American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard and Visa.

UK licences are accepted as normal, while Non-EU driver licences are accepted if you have a valid visa, if you have been in Europe more than 6 moths you must have an EU licence (besides Switzerland).

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