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La Rochelle Airport Car Hire.

Great value car rental at La Rochelle Airport

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A fresh, honest approach to car rental

Discover La Rochelle.

La Rochelle is often used as just an entry point to the region, however, there is much more to it than that. Make sure you explore all that’s on offer and get started as soon as you touch down by renting a car.

Which car rental company should I book with at La Rochelle Airport?

At Zest Car Rental, we offer a fresh and honest approach to car hire. We keep a close eye on customer feedback and vehicle standards from our providers so you will always have peace of mind that your car rental experience will be hassle-free with no hidden extras.

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A coastal city on France’s western shore, La Rochelle is located within the region of Poitou-Charentes. This popular location is a great place to visit on holiday as there are lots of family attractions.

Book with Zest Car Rental at La Rochelle Airport!

Zest Car Rental provides a fresh and honest approach to hiring a car at La Rochelle Airport. At Zest, we know how important transparency is when booking car rental. Our four-step booking process is simple and hassle-free, with no hidden costs or extras. At Zest, we know when planning your trip, you shouldn’t have to sweat the details and focus on the small print. Instead, you can relax and look forward to your holiday, without getting lost in car rental complications! 
 
We also know that sometimes, plans change. Therefore, we offer free cancellation and amendments up to 48 hours before your rental start as standard. Should you require it, we also offer enhanced cancellation protection for a small fee. This offers you free cancellation right up to the time your rental starts! 
 
Zest Car Rental only works with carefully selected and trusted car rental providers at La Rochelle Airport who care as much about reputation as we do, and always put the customer first. All our providers are monitored closely, and we review customer feedback frequently to ensure you receive the best rental experience possible. Our amazing customer feedback has meant we are ranked ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot. Also, Zest Car Rental are Feefo Platinum Trusted! You can read our Feefo reviews here
 
Stay protected with Zest! We offer breakdown assistance at La Rochelle Airport as standard. Should you wish to be fully covered, we can provide you with our industry leading top-up insurance. Our top-up insurance is the top level of cover available provided by us. You’ll receive reimbursement cover against any loss or damage to the vehicle not covered by the standard car hire insurance. To find out what is covered on our top-up insurance, check out our blog! You can rest assured we’ve made things as simple as possible so you can focus on enjoying your holiday and exploring hidden gems! 
 
If you wish to share the driving on holiday, we have negotiated a free additional driver with many of our trusted car rental providers! If your chosen provider does include a free additional driver, this will be clearly labelled on the quote page. Generate a quick and easy quote today! 
 
All rental providers we work with operate a fair fuel policy. This means you either collect the car full of fuel then return it full or return it with the same amount provided upon collection. Hassle-free and straightforward! Learn more about fair fuel policies here
 
If you ever have any queries before, during or after your car rental, our friendly customer support team is here to help you. We can even provide you with a quote or make your booking over the telephone! Our U.K. based call centre is open 7 days a week. Wherever you are, Zest are! We operate a 24/7 Customer Support Telephone line for any urgent enquiries during out of office hours. 
 
The great inclusions Zest offers with every rental has led to us being the one and only Which? Recommended Car Hire Broker, an accolade we have earnt every year since 2017! Which? Concluded that Zest Car Rental goes ‘beyond for their customers’ and awarded Zest with a five-star rating for the clarity of the final hire cost. Fresh, Honest and Transparent! 

Things to See and Do in La Rochelle

There are plenty of fun things to do and the city is steeped in history so make sure you take the time to fully appreciate it.

Amble through the narrow streets of the Old Port area; regarded as the most picturesque it's where many visitors head first. See the historical, well-kept buildings along with the Three Towers that guard the harbour, then visit the aquarium. Here you can learn about all the different species that live in this coastal region alongside other species from all over the world.

La Rochelle Cathedral is a stunning building with some incredible features. It is easy to spend some time having a look at the impressive architecture before heading off to a nearby café for a relaxing drink.

Day Trips From La Rochelle

A rental car allows you to make the most of your time here and explore the surrounding area at will. There is some incredible countryside just outside the city that is perfect for walking and picnics. Take your hiking boots and have a great day in the outdoors.

Alternatively, you can visit the nearby town of Rochefort. Time it right and visit the large market which is held on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays and explore the other delights the town has to offer.

If you are after a more independent adventure then travel out of the city for a day spent exploring the beautiful coastline along the Bay of Biscay. There are numerous little villages waiting to be discovered that are full of independent cafés and restaurants. You can also spend some time on one of the fabulous beaches here.

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