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Explore Northern Spain.

The fascinating cities of Bilbao, Santander, Pamplona and San Sebastian are all relatively close by. Rent a car, stay in this area and explore Basque Country at your leisure.

  • Excess insurance included
  • Free Cancellation & amendments
  • Fair Fuel Policy
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Which? Recommended Car Hire Broker

Which car rental company should I book with at Bilbao 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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If you are arriving at Bilbao Airport, then no doubt you are looking to enjoy some time in the north of Spain.

Book with Zest Car Rental at Bilbao Airport!

Zest Car Rental provides a fresh and honest approach to hiring a car at Bilbao 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 Bilbao 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 Bilbao 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! 

Bilbao

Having landed at Bilbao Airport, it is likely that this will be your starting point. Pick up your hire car and head into Bilbao. The Old Town is rather beautiful and packed full of delights including the city’s gothic cathedral. Once you have finished here, a stroll along the Rio Nervion is in order. Why not also head to the twisted iron clad exterior of the Guggenheim Museum? For a traditional visit, try the Bullfighting Museum or the Maritime Museum too.

Beaches in the Basque Country

Enjoy some time soaking up the sunshine on one of the many beaches across the northern coast of Spain. The most well-known beach near Bilbao is Playa de Bakio, but if you are looking to try some water sports and marvel at the wondrous scenery, then perhaps Playa de Azkorri is better suited.

La Concha Beach in San Sebastian is city based, but still absolutely stunning. If you are looking to sample some local cuisine too, enjoy some Pintxos.

If you like to intersperse your beach trip with a little bit of geology, then Itzurun Beach is for you.

Vineyards near Bilbao

You can put your hire car to good use and embark on a tour of the vineyards across this area of northern Spain. The area’s most popular wine is Txacoli which is produced in three areas in this region Álava, Getaria and Vizcaya. If you wish to embark on guided tours of the wineries, it is advisable to plan your route and book in advance.

Guernica

Bombed during WWII, the history of Guernica is fascinating. View the Monument to Peace which was erected to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the bombings. There are also two stunning churches to view including the Parish Church of Santa María and the Church of Santa María de la Antigua.

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