Car Rental - Malaga

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Málaga car rental

Car rental in Málaga allows you to peruse the birthplace of Pablo Picasso at your own pace. It’s easy to see how the charming city inspired some of his later work, with its Mediterranean influences, colorful buildings, and a maze of narrow streets.

With a convenient car rental pickup point at Málaga Airport, you can leisurely make your way into the heart of the action. Take your pick from urban beaches on the city’s doorstep to hidden gems, like Raven Rock Beach, nestled outside the hustle and bustle.

Or take your Málaga rental further afield to the nearby town of Nejra, for sizzling tapas, sun-drenched stretches of sand and cobbled streets. Situated on the southern coast, the Andalusia region offers stunning coastal drives wherever your destination.

Choose from sedans, SUVs, or even sports cars for coastal cruising. Whatever your adventure, there’s a Hertz rental car for every trip to Spain and beyond.

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Car rental locations in Málaga

Airport locations

·         Málaga Airport

Neighbourhood locations

·         Málaga – Port of Málaga (Cruise terminal)

Popular vehicles to rent in Málaga

A quick travel guide to Málaga

AC Hotel Málaga Palacio

Calle Cortina del Muelle, 1, Distrito Centro, 29015 Málaga

Just a 10-minute drive from the airport in your Málaga car rental, AC Hotel Málaga Palacio is enviably located. Nestled among breathtaking port views, the grand Málaga Cathedral and the Paseo del Parque, it’s also conveniently close to the Museo Picasso, the Alcazaba and Castillo de Gibralfaro Castle.

 

Palacio Solecio
C. Granada, 61, Distrito Centro, 29015 Málaga

Located in the heart of central Málaga, Palacio Solecio is a 4-star boutique hotel tucked away amongst the charming city streets. Art and culture-influenced design is front and central in this hotel – the color scheme is even inspired by the traditional shades of Spanish playing cards. Perfect for art lovers, the Museo Picasso is just a stone’s throw away.

 

Barcelo Málaga

Estación Vialia Maria Zambrano, C. Héroe de Sostoa, 2, Distrito Centro, 29002 Málaga

This 4-star modern hotel features avant-garde design, excellent amenities and an ideal location in central Málaga. It’s recognized as one of the most Instagrammable hotels in Europe and has a steel slide connecting the first floor to the lobby. Perfect for those travelling for business, it offers 1,500m2 of convention rooms in 16 spaces across the hotel. Paid parking is also available for your Málaga car rental.

Vino Mio Restaurant

Pl. de Jerónimo Cuervo, 2, Distrito Centro, 29012 Málaga

This experience-focused establishment fuses Flamenco with gastronomy. Enjoy an authentic fusion of culture and flavor with live dance shows and creative cuisine. Each dish is a treat, from beef sukade stew with red wine sauce and smoked garlic oil to homemade vegetable ravioli with sautéed spinach.

L’expérience

Pl. Obispo, 4, Distrito Centro, 29015 Málaga

Located in Bishop’s Square, diners can enjoy their meal with a view of the Cathedral of Málaga. L’expérience harnesses flavors intertwined with the area’s history, with dishes that are designed to be shared and savored together.

Picasso Bar Tapas

Pl. de la Merced, 20, Distrito Centro, 29012 Málaga

Situated in the heart of Málaga, this establishment offers a huge assortment of sizzling tapas, paella, and bruschetta dishes. Choose from over 30 different tapas options from Gambas fritas (fried prawns) and ensaladilla rusa (Russian salad). 

Beach hopping

The best part about a Hertz car rental is having the freedom to explore your destination. And when we think of Spain, we think sun, sand and sea. So, what better way to get to know Malaga than by checking out its famous beaches? Malagueta Beach is the most popular beach in Málaga and is just a short stroll from the old town center. It’s 1km long and beckons tourists with a sea promenade scattered with restaurants. Or drive about 20 minutes east of the city in your car to reach Raven Rock Beach for a more tranquil vibe.

Museo Picasso Málaga

No visit to the birthplace of Picasso would be complete without a visit to the museum commemorating his work. Explore over 200 works of art across multiple styles, materials and techniques used by Picasso. The museum is located within a 16th-century Buenavista Palace and has both permanent and revolving exhibitions. The nearest public car parks for your holiday car rental are Alcazaba and Plaza de la Marina.

Málaga Cathedral

Explore the grandeur of the Málaga Cathedral during your time in the Andalusian city. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the ecclesiastical architecture – blending Renaissance, Gothic and Baroque influences – from outside or purchase an entrance ticket to explore more. The entrance fee includes a free audio guide to one of Málaga’s top attractions.

Málaga car rental FAQs

Don’t worry, you’ll find plenty of places to park your Málaga car rental. Here are three we’ve found:

·       CC Málaga Plaza, Calle Armengual de la Mota, 12. Covered car park in the Málaga Plaza Shopping Center, a five-minute stroll from the historic city center.

·       DoyouPark Malaga P+R Car Park, Calle del Escritor Herrera Santaolalla. Covered car park that offers a shuttle service to the airport.

·       SABA Estación Málaga María Zambrano Car park, Explanada de la Estación, S/N. Car park at Málaga station, under a five-minute walk from the bus station and Larios shopping center.

A Málaga rental car is ideal for exploring the wider Costa del Sol region. Here are some roads to familiarize yourself with:

·       AP-7. The Autopista del Sol heads southwest along the coast from Málaga, passing through areas like Marbella. This route has tolls.

·       A-7. Runs parallel to the Autopista del Sol and has no tolls. But it is considered busier, especially at commuter times and peak seasons.

·       AP-46. Runs north from Málaga towards Córdoba. This route has tolls. 

Once you’ve collected your Málaga car rental, follow these steps to get into the heart of the city:

·       Leave the Hertz branch in the airport and head north-west. Continue on MA-23.

·       Take Autovía de Circunvalación de Málaga to Avenue de Blas Infante in Málaga.

·       Take exit 7.

·       Continue on Avenue de Blas Infante.

·       Take Avenue de Andalucía to Puente de la Esperanza.

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