Car Hire in Majorca Mallorca

AutosRoig Rent A Car

Avda. Benvinguts 64
07660 Cala d’Or (Santanyi)

+34 902 24 24 34
+34 971 64 31 47

VANRELL Rent a Car

Ctra Alcudia - Arta, 48
07400 Puerto de Alcudia

Tel: 0034 971 89 06 11
Fax: 0034 971 54 85 62

booking car hire

If you require car hire to get from the airport to Puerto Pollensa then you should aim to have this booked and confirmed in advance. Even though there appear to be hundreds of unused rental cars parked at Palma Airport, the sheer volume of tourist arrivals, particularly at peak season, means there are rarely any spare vehicles for "walk-ins".

If your transport to Puerto Pollensa is by coach you can still arrange car rental, usually at quite short notice, either via your tour operator's representative or directly by visiting one of the local offices. Beware however the "wet day" response where every car seems to be taken within a few minutes of the first spot of rain!

choosing your car

The majority of Hire companies give letter classifications for their cars according to size, specification and tariff. "A" range cars are usually the smallest and cheapest, typically being a three door 1.1 litre model. As you move up the ranges five doors and air conditioning become standard together with larger engines and body sizes. Remember, however, that no two company's "D" range vehicles are necessarily the same model type and specification. In choosing a vehicle, consider your needs carefully. If you plan extensive trips during midsummer air conditioning may be vital if your party is not to end up dehydrated and irritable. Equally an "A" range car is unlikely to have the capacity to carry five adults and their entire luggage from Palma airport.

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booking

When booking your car, do remember to specify any extra requirements such a child seats or roof racks, as most hire companies require several days notice for these. Not all companies quote rates for a standard tourist package to include Collision Damage Waiver and Insurance excess waiver. Do ensure you understand the basis for the tariff quoted so there are no unexpected additional costs on collection or in the event of vehicle damage.

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collecting & returning your car at Palma airport

The majority of hire companies have kiosks either in the main arrival area or in the multi storey car park building facing you as you exit the main building.

Before departure ensure you have the following documents:

• Driving Licence for each driver (UK Pink Licence or UK Green licence plus International Driving Permit)
• Passport
• Credit Card
• Booking Confirmation Form

Do check your vehicle at the time of collection and ensure any damage is noted before you depart from the airport area.

Most hire companies expect their vehicles to be returned full of fuel. There is a petrol station on the airport approach road (exit side) so with only a minor detour filling can be done immediately prior to return.

Vehicles are usually returned to the same area they were collected from in the main parking building.

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driving regulations & advice for Spain

• Speed Limits:
  • Built up areas 50 Km/h,
  • Country areas 90-100 Km/h
  • Motorways 120 Km/h
• Use of Seat Belts is compulsory for front and rear passengers
• Children under 12 years must be in an approved child seat if travelling in the front of a vehicle
• Drivers who wear glasses are supposed to carry a spare pair with them.
• VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS :
  2 Warning Triangles.
  Spare Bulb Kit.
  Spare Wheel
  Reflective Safety Vest (In the event of a breakdown, it is not permitted to walk to an emergency phone without one).
• Traffic from right has priority unless you're on a main road

Most Road signs follow international convention.

Common Spanish language signs are:

• CEDA EL PASO: Give Way
• CUIDADO: Be Careful
• OBRAS: Road works
• PELIGRO: Danger

Remember Spanish Police can impose on the spot fines for traffic offences.

More information at
Direccion General de Trafico (in Spanish)
sdriving.drive-alive.co.uk/driving-in-spain.htm (in English)

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