Car Hire in Lanzarote

The beaches are a big feature of Lanzarote. Most of the major resorts are fronted by long, broad sweeps of sand which make them very popular with windsurfers and watersports enthusiasts.

When you’ve finished soaking up the sun, you’ll find the local cuisine is a real mix of Spanish, African and Latin American influences.

There are some delicious, meat and fish dishes, as well as stews and soups, and if you’re looking for a night out afterwards Puerto del Carmen is the place for bars and clubs.

If you only do one trip while you’re in Lanzarote, make it to Timanfaya National Park. Fire Mountain is incredible, and you can reach the summit by car too (or if you’re really adventurous by camel).

Best places to visit when hiring a car in Lanzarote

If you plan to rent a car during your stay in Lanzarote, here’s a number of popular resorts and destinations that are well worth checking out during your stay on the island.

Playa de los Pocillos

Enjoying a slow pace and a relaxed atmosphere, Playa de los Pocillos offers and excellent wide beach whose gently shelving sands face south. This small resort also has a beautiful selection of shops, restaurants and bars stretching along the castline. The livelier night-life of Puerto del Carmen is easily reached by taxi.

Playa Blanca

The peaceful, exclusive resort of Playa Bianca is backed by the incredible Timanfaya National Park in the south of the island. Once a fishing village, it not only boasts a cobbled street (Avenida Papagayo) with bars, restaurants and shops, but also one of the main ferry links to Fuerteventura.

Matagorda

Charming Matagorda offers a small sandy beach and a tasteful collection of shops, bars and restaurants. It’s a lovely choice for a relaxing break, and its location close to the bustling Puerto del Carmen means it’s also convenient for this larger resort’s night-life, old town and port area.

Puerto Calero

Centred around an upmarket marina area, this sophisticated resort is both compact and modern. Waterfront cafes and restaurants surround the marina, and there’s plenty of choice for watersports enthusiasts, including driving and fishing. Puerto Calero is ideal for relaxing amongst good-quality amenities.

Costa Teguise

This friendly, purpose-built resort has something to suit everyone, from beach loving families to couples wanting to unwind in tapas bars. The gentle-shelving sands are lined with shops, bars and restaurants that cater to British visitors, serving international dishes as well as traditional Spanish tapas.