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Get the best rates on car rentals in Lloret De Mar. Enjoy the freedom to explore Costa Brava's beaches, villages, and attractions at your own pace.

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Lloret De Mar Car Rental Guide
Renting a car in Lloret De Mar gives you the freedom to explore the stunning Costa Brava coastline, hidden coves, and nearby cities like Barcelona and Girona. With convenient pickup points at the airport and downtown, you can hit the road quickly.
Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO)
Located just 30 km from Lloret De Mar, Girona Airport is the most convenient entry point. Car rental desks are in the arrivals hall, with companies like Avis, Hertz, Europcar, and local providers. It's a short 25-minute drive to Lloret De Mar via C-63 and C-32.
Downtown Lloret De Mar
Several rental agencies have offices along Avinguda Vila de Blanes and near the beach. Pros: No need for airport transfer; walk from your hotel. Cons: Limited vehicle selection; shorter opening hours; may be more expensive than airport.

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Summer

Convertible

Top-Down Coastal Vibes
4
2
Auto

Lloret de Mar's hot Mediterranean summers and palm-lined seafront beg for open-air driving. A convertible makes short hops to beaches like Fenals and Tossa de Mar feel cinematic. Trade up to enjoy sunset cruises along the Costa Brava in style. Automatic gearing suits U.S. travelers more used to stick-free driving.

Mountain

SUV

Winding Roads, Steady Grip
5
3
Auto

Inland from Lloret, roads climb quickly into the Catalan hills with tight hairpins leading toward Vidreres and Montseny foothills. An SUV adds ground clearance for rougher rural lanes and confident handling on switchbacks. Automatic gearing keeps things easy when curves demand your full focus, and higher seating gives a better view of the coast.

City

Small

Narrow Streets, Easy Parking
5
2
Auto

Lloret's medieval old town, Tossa de Mar's historic center, and Girona's old quarter all feature tight lanes and scarce parking that punish oversized vehicles. A small hatchback slips through stone archways and fits into pocket-sized beach spots. Lower fuel costs stretch a long Mediterranean trip further. Automatic versions are widely available for U.S. travelers.

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Renting a Car in Lloret de Mar

Practical answers for American road-trippers exploring Spain's Costa Brava coast

Can I drive in Spain with just my U.S. license, or do I need an International Driving Permit (IDP)?
You need both. Spain requires a valid U.S. driver's license AND a 1968 Geneva Convention IDP, which costs about $20 from AAA before you leave home. The IDP is a translation, not a stand-alone document, and rental agencies at Barcelona or Girona airports will refuse to release the car without it. Carry both papers and your passport whenever you drive.
Should I pick up my rental car at Barcelona-El Prat or Girona-Costa Brava airport?
Pick Girona if Lloret is your only stop. It's only 30 km (about 25 minutes) via the free GI-682, and the final 8 km into town is a scenic but twisting two-lane road. Barcelona-El Prat is 90 km south (75 minutes) and lets you use the C-32 toll highway (€5–8). If you plan to also visit Barcelona, picking up in Barcelona saves backtracking.
How do I pay tolls on Spanish highways near Lloret de Mar?
Most coastal routes around Lloret (C-32, C-65, GI-682) are toll-free. If you take the AP-7 inland toward France or Valencia, expect €0.10–€0.15 per km. Pay at the booth with cash, credit card, or contactless, or rent a Telepeaje electronic tag for €1–2/day plus charges. There is no sticker vignette, so you only pay for what you use.
Where can I park in Lloret de Mar without getting a ticket or towed?
Use the free municipal lots at Fenals Beach or beside the main bus station; both fill by 11 a.m. in July and August. Street parking is paid blue-zone (Zona Azul) at €1.50–€2.50 per hour from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Avoid narrow Carrer de les Boles and any yellow-painted curb—tow trucks are aggressive, and the €150 release fee plus fine is a brutal way to end a beach day.
What is the minimum age to rent a car, and how much is the young-driver surcharge?
Most major agencies (Hertz, Avis, Enterprise) require the driver to be at least 21, while Sixt and Europcar set the bar at 23 for larger cars. Drivers under 25 pay a young-driver fee of €15–€25 per day, usually capped at seven days. Drivers over 70 should bring a recent medical certificate, as some local agencies will refuse the rental otherwise.
Are the coastal mountain roads to Tossa de Mar safe for first-time visitors?
They're beautiful but demanding. The GI-682 to Tossa de Mar is only 12 km yet takes 30 minutes because of hairpin turns, stone-arch bridges, and sections with no guardrail along 200-meter drops. Stay in low gear going down, honk before blind curves, and watch for cyclists, farm tractors, and wild boar at dawn and dusk. Drive the route once in daylight before attempting it at night.

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