Rhodes Car Hire

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Essential Tips for Car Hire in Rhodes

Rhodes is one of Greece’s largest islands and is one of Europe’s prime holiday destinations, with its main attractions consisting of glorious beaches and bays, historical ruins and buildings, zoos and museums. Rhodes is known for being easy to drive around, with little traffic, flat roads and easy-to-navigate routes, making it the perfect place to hire a car. Despite having efficient and low-cost public transport, hiring a car is a good way to see areas of the islands that may not be covered by transport. The best ways to find low-cost car hire in Rhodes are:

Hire your car from airports: Hiring a car from airports can work out much cheaper than hiring your car from city centres. Many car hire suppliers offer car hire offices at Rhodes Airport.

Book your vehicle in advance: Rhodes is a top holiday spot and is also easy to drive around, making it a hub for car hire. Ensuring you book your vehicle well in advance can help you secure the vehicle that most suits your needs.

No matter your reason for visiting Rhodes, Enjoy Travel offers an extensive array of vehicles to suit your preferences and requirements. When you’re searching for low-cost, reliable and high-quality car hire in Rhodes, choose Enjoy Travel.

Budget Car Hire in Rhodes


Tsampika Beach Rhodes Island
Enjoy Lindos Island Rhodes

You can find many low-cost and budget-friendly car hire options across Rhodes and mainland Greece from some of Europe’s most reliable and trusted car hire suppliers. The roads around Rhodes are known for being easy to drive, making driving the preferred method of transport for both locals and tourists.

Securing the Best Deals

In order to find the best deals on car hire, it’s recommended that you book well in advance and online instead of doing it in person at the car hire office. Also, you’ll normally find car hire is cheaper when booking economy or small cars, which can see a lower daily or weekly rate compared to larger or more luxury-style cars. Bear this in mind when you consider hiring a car to ensure you don’t overspend.

Understanding Rhodes’ Driving Rules and Regulations


Rhodes Old Town
Lindos st Pauls Bay

Rules of the Road for Renters

If you’re coming from the UK or another country, you may initially find driving in Greece difficult. It’s a good idea to familiarise yourself with the roads and the area before driving to make life easier, but also consider these rules and regulations:

Parking in Rhodes: A Guide

Generally, you’ll find that parking in Rhodes is relatively easy and cheap. Free parking is found across the island, with paid parking being common within Rhodes city/town. Parking areas are indicated by a blue sign, where you’ll more often than not find parking ticket machines or meters within the zone that you need to use. If you’re on the lookout for free parking, there are designated free parking zones and areas dotted around the island, particularly in Rhodes’ Old Town, Acandia and outside or next to the top attractions. Yellow zones generally indicate parking is prohibited.

Rhodes has Park and Ride facilities, where you can park and take a transfer to certain attractions or areas like the Old Town.

Top Attractions in Rhodes

Much like the rest of Greece, Rhodes is filled with ancient and historic ruins and architecture, cultural attractions and beaches. From its ruins to its mountains, Rhodes tells an interesting story that can be learned about through its top attractions, which include:

Discovering the Island’s Highlights

Lindos Acropolis: What was once a citadel is now a series of ruins in this small village. To enter, it costs around €12-€15.

Medieval City of Rhodes: Thought to have been founded in 5th Century BC, Rhodes’ Old Town gives visitors a scarily real-life feeling of life in ancient Greece and the centuries following. The Old Town has had many uses throughout history, existing as a stronghold, fortress and inhabited town.

Transport Options in Rhodes

The island’s main form of public transport is buses, but many visitors prefer to hire cars to get them around to areas that public transport may not reach. If you can’t drive and want a quicker way of getting around, consider hailing a taxi for a reasonable fare.

Buses: An Extensive Network Across the Island

Buses in Rhodes are widespread, with the hub being Rhodes Town/City. From here, you can expect to get a bus to most surrounding towns and cities, such as Lindos, Faliraki and Archangelos.

Best Day Trips from Rhodes (City)

Lindos
The home of the ancient Acropolis, Lindos is a cultural and historical village town known for its quintessential white buildings that many people associate with Greece.
Distance from Rhodes: 29 miles

Afandou
A small resort town, Afandou is quiet yet exciting, with a large pebble beach, small boutique shops and a golf course, as well as several religious buildings and sites. Although small, it’s definitely worth visiting.
Distance from Rhodes: 11.6 miles

Koskinou
The most picture-perfect Greek town thanks to its colourful buildings, mosaics and winding alleyways, Koskinou may be small but it has attractions aplenty. Dine at a restaurant, visit a church or stroll through the streets.
Distance from Rhodes: 4.5 miles

Planning your Adventure

Despite the roads being pretty easy to drive and transport being hassle-free in Rhodes, it’s still a good idea to familiarise yourself with the areas you most want to visit. If you’re not used to driving on the right-hand side of the road, this is a good thing to practise on smaller roads before attempting to drive down highways or larger roads. Planning the timings of public transport if that’s your preferred method of getting around is also a good idea.

Optimal Driving Times in Rhodes

Like most destinations in Europe, Rhodes has rush hour times so it’s a good idea to avoid driving during these times. Some stores in Rhodes close around 2:30pm or mid-afternoon, so bear this in mind if you intend to go shopping.

Weighing the Benefits of Car Hire in Rhodes

The roads are easy to drive and relatively traffic-free, and you can also find excellent deals on car hire when renting a car in Rhodes. There are numerous free parking areas around the island and city too.

Advantages of Personal Mobility

Some areas in Rhodes may be hard to reach by public transport, and if you have a proposed itinerary, public transport may not meet those times, which is why having a car is beneficial.

Potential Drawbacks of Hiring a Car in Rhodes

Some places may only be accessible on foot or by boat, and in busier areas, it may be hard to find a parking space as parking may be popular.

Variety of Rental Vehicles in Rhodes

The variety of cars available for hire from Rhodes city centre includes small, medium, large and 7-seater cars, with makes and models including Citroen C1, Nissan Qashqai, BMW X1 and Audi Q3. Car hire is available from both Rhodes Airport and central Rhodes.

Choosing the Right Vehicle for Your Needs

Based on your personal circumstances, a specific type of car may be best suited for you. A solo traveller or a couple may only require a small or medium car, whereas large groups or families may get better use out of a large car or minivan/7-seater.

Partnering With Rhodes’ Premier Car Hire Suppliers

Enjoy Travel liaises and works closely with some of Europe’s top car hire providers, which include Avis, Alamo, Alma, Autocandia, AutoUnion, Budget, Green Motion, Sixt, SurPrice, Carwiz, Centauro, Enterprise, Exer Rent-a-Car, National, OK Mobility, OtoQ, Selecta Rent-a-Car, WheeGo and Thrifty.

Selecting a Reputable Company

You can be assured that the vehicle you hire will be of high quality and suited to your needs. However, to ensure absolute satisfaction, familiarise yourself with the car hire company you are renting from, and the services they offer, as well as reviews and policies.

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FAQs about car hire in Rhodes

Most frequently asked questions about hiring a car in Rhodes

The distance from Rhodes to Athens is approximately 300-400 miles. You can access the Greek capital by flight or ferry. Flights take around 1 hour, and ferries to Athens can take up to 20 hours. Rhodes has its own airport, so you can catch a direct flight to Athens without having to change over or stopover anywhere.
This depends on the type of car you intend to hire. The cheapest rate you can expect from a vehicle hire in Rhodes is around £5.13 per day for a VW UP! If you book a small car, the booking rates are likely to remain low. Booking a larger car will cause the rates per day to increase, but the prices will remain reasonable.
The journey from Rhodes Old Town to Rhodes Airport takes approximately 25-30 minutes by car, and the distance is around 14km. Using your hire vehicle, you can easily get to and from the airport quickly and efficiently, without using too much fuel. If you use a small vehicle, you can keep both vehicle hire price and fuel rate low.
The maximum speed limit in Rhodes is 50 mph along major highways, and around 30 mph in built-up inner city areas. On motorways, the speed you drive should not exceed 50 mph anywhere. This is the same for all major roads and highways across Greece. Exceeding the speed limit in any part of the country is illegal.
Fuel prices on average in Rhodes are unleaded: €1.47, diesel: €1.14. To keep fuel prices low, consider travelling shorter distances in a hire vehicle, and opting for public transport for further distances. Another way to keep fuel costs low is by choosing a smaller vehicle when hiring a car with Enjoy Travel.
In Rhodes and across Greece, you drive on the right side of the road and overtake vehicles on the left. This is the case when driving on any road in the country or city, whether a motorway, highway or built-up inner city area. Remember not to exceed the speed limit when driving, and ensure that all occupants of the vehicle are wearing seatbelts.
Currently, there are no toll roads in Rhodes. Across mainland Greece, there are several toll roads and bridges, where the prices can go up to €10 for tolls. Toll prices can be paid in cash or by card. While mainland Greece has toll roads in certain areas, Rhodes is currently toll-free on all major and provincial roads.
Compared to other Greek islands and cities, Rhodes is considered to be less expensive. In peak seasons, you can expect to spend around €108-€150 per day. Sticking to less tourist-dense areas is the best way to ensure the costs remain low, and budgeting your money is another important factor to consider.
It is worth renting a car in Rhodes– while public transport is available, you cannot always rely on it to take you to places you need to go at the time you want. Therefore, hiring a car can give you the freedom you need to move about the island according to your own timings or itineraries. Enjoy Travel has you covered with a large array of hire vehicles.
See all of the medieval sites like the Medieval City and Lindos. The best way of getting around Rhodes is by car. If you want to keep things energy-efficient and sustainable, stick to travelling by bike. If you don’t have access to your own vehicle, consider hiring a car with Enjoy Travel for low-cost, efficient and reliable car hire.
For the best weather, Rhodes is best visited during the summer months of June, July and August, when you can expect temperatures to hit 30°C. If you want to avoid large crowds of tourists, try to visit the island in cooler months like December-January. Weather can be around 15°C in colder months, which is still pleasant for activities.
Generally, a week-long car hire would start from €35 for the cheapest rate, and from €160 for the cheapest rate. Smaller vehicles incur the cheapest rates, while larger vehicles like minivans or 7-9 seaters can cost a higher fee. The highest rates can be at around €1,400 for large and luxury vehicles like Audis.
Booking in advance is the best way to ensure the cost of your hire vehicle remains low. Generally, you can expect prices to start at around £5 per day for small cars, and £22 for larger vehicles. This can increase the closer you book to your travel dates, so to keep costs low, ensure you book your vehicle weeks or months in advance.
With Enjoy Travel, 7-9 seater minibuses or vans are available to hire, with rates starting from £24 per day or £166 per week. Minibuses or vans are a popular choice for travellers in large groups, including families or friends. You can expect these vehicles to be efficient and reliable and hold enough space to accommodate every passenger.
Currently, the cheapest car you can hire in Rhodes is a VW Up!, which costs around £5.13 per day, or around £35 a week. You can also expect cheap prices on small cars like the Hyundai i20 or a VW Polo, which can cost around £5-£7 per day, and around £40-£45 per week. Sticking to smaller cars is the best way to ensure cheaper prices on vehicles.