30 \u2013 50 eur per day<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\nPrice also depends on the type\/size of the car you want, where you are renting it from (big city or a local office somewhere else), your age and nationality. Lots of local car rental companies don’t have proper websites or do deals only with hotels, so its worth looking around to find a good deal. Car-wise basic like Honda Civic will be certainly cheaper than a BMW or an SUV. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Usually if the car company doesn’t have the model you paid for, they should upgrade you to a more expensive one (happened to us a lot). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most rental companies will happily drive the car to the airport <\/strong>and meet you there, so you can drive off straight to your hotel or accommodation. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAlternatively, you can find small rental offices close to big hotels <\/strong>or they will be happy to recommend a place. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe big rental companies have a presence at the airports so you can just walk into their office and rent a car on spot, if you arrive in usual business hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Manual vs Automatic Transmission<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nI read on one travel blog that manual transmission is more common in Cyprus and that’s why those cars are cheaper. WRONG. Everyone drives automatic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most rental companies will have automatic transmission and I highly recommend you take that option, even if you’re not used to it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Remember, if you’re not from the UK, you will find yourself sitting on the wrong side as a driver, constantly reaching for the transmission on the wrong side and bumping your hand into the door. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Automatic is super easy to get used to and it will make it easier for you to focus on the road and keep on the correct side of the traffic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/span>What Do you Need to Rent a Car<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nYou will need your passport and driving licence, and deposit money. Remember you need an international driving license to drive in Cyprus (if you’re from outside the EU). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most companies ask for large deposits<\/strong> (300 \u2013 500 eur) \u2013 the one I recommended above doesn\u2019t require deposits (check it’s still the case).<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt is not true that you need to have a credit card to rent a car. Debit card or cash works fine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In reality, most of these rental places especially the smaller ones will only accept cash, both for payment and the deposit. Ask in advance so you are prepared. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Contracts are given in Greek & English language<\/strong>. Make sure you ask about any insurance included and applicable excess should there be an accident.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019re renting a quad bike<\/strong> or buggy<\/strong>, they will ask to keep your driving license \u2013 this is not something to be alarmed about. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf the police stop you, show them the papers from the company listing your driving license number. They will return it to you once you bring the vehicle back. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\n