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Great service and extremely helpful staff!

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The best car hire deals in Funchal with Zest

Search, compare and book you next car hire with Zest Car Rental for inclusive deals you won’t find anywhere else. At Zest, we understand the last thing you need after a long flight is to deal with problems collecting your car hire. Therefore, we only partner with trusted and monitored providers to ensure a hassle-free and smooth car rental experience. Renting a car on your holiday is the best way to explore hidden gems, and traverse at your own pace. You’re in safe hands when you book your next car hire with Zest Car Rental!

  • Excess Insurance included  
  • Free Cancellation & Amendments  
  • Fair Fuel Policy 
  • Breakdown Assistance  
  • 24/7 Customer Support 
  • Which? Recommended Provider 

Which car rental company should I book with in Funchal?

At Zest, we partner with both local and multinational providers in Funchal to give you the best choice and service every time. All providers are trusted and monitored closely to ensure you a smooth and hassle-free car rental collection. Start your holiday the right way with Zest! 

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Book with Zest Car Rental in Funchal!

Zest Car Rental provides a fresh and honest approach to hiring a car in Funchal. 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 in Funchal 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 in Funchal 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!

Explore Funchal by Car!

Funchal is the capital city of Madeira, an autonomous region of Portugal located in the Atlantic Ocean. If you are renting a car in Funchal, we recommended checking out the Old Town. Funchal's Old Town (Zona Velha) is a charming area with narrow streets, historic buildings, and vibrant atmosphere. Explore the local shops, cafes, and restaurants. Don't miss the Mercado dos Lavradores, the city's colorful market, where you can find fresh produce, flowers, and local crafts.

The Madeira Botanical Garden (Jardim Botânico da Madeira) is a peaceful oasis showcasing a wide variety of plants from around the world. The garden offers a pleasant stroll with scenic views of Funchal and the sea. It's a great place for nature lovers and those interested in horticulture.

Need to contact us on rental?

We hope that your holiday and car hire collection goes smoothly, however we understand that things don’t always go to plan.

If your flight is cancelled or delayed, please let us know on +44 1362 852288.  

If you experience an issue upon collection, a member of our customer support team will be more than happy to help! Contact us and we will liaise with the car rental provider to resolve any problems.

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