Found in the western part of the Algarve and around an hour’s drive from Faro Airport, arrange to rent a car which is the perfect way to enjoy this part of Portugal.
Book with Zest Car Rental in Portimao!
Zest Car Rental provides a fresh and honest approach to hiring a car in Portimao. 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 Portimao 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 Portimao 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 in Portimao
Portimao is surrounded by three nature reserves, so be sure to explore them all. Ria Formosa Natural Park and Ria de Alvor are highlights, both of which contain a mixture of salt marshes, lagoons and sand dunes providing a home for a variety of flora and fauna. Relax on the gorgeous beaches, interspersed with wondrous rock formations and caves, which can be discovered by boat.
For those that fancy a spot of retail therapy why not hit the shops? The town centre is jam-packed full of shops, offering a wide choice of clothes, gifts, and souvenirs. There are also plenty of bars, restaurants and café’s where you can sit for a bite to eat or a drink and watch the town carry on around you. Alternatively, for a more relaxing break after a busy afternoon of shopping, wander along the Marina and gaze at the array of colours that make this area truly special.
Exploring Portimao by Car
Why not journey to nearby Praia da Rocha and laze on the beautiful white sand? Despite being popular, especially in the height of summer, the size of the beach means it never feels crowded. Explore the old fort at the eastern end of the beach and climb the tower for fantastic views along this pretty stretch of coastline.
For the sporting enthusiasts nearby, Lagos is home to one of the most celebrated golf courses in Portugal. Boavista Golf Resort is home to a superb 18-hole championship course, beautiful settings and ocean views from every hole! Combining water challenges with interesting and varied holes, the course appeals to all golfing levels.
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