Question 1

How do I book Alicante Car Hire?

Accepted Answer

You can start searching for the best car hire options available in Alicante as soon as you know your flight details into Alicante El Altet. 
Start by creating your search in the bar at the top of the page. Input your travel dates and select ‘search’. Hoppa will retrieve all the options from our vast list of transport providers and return a selection of vehicle types that will suit your needs.
We recommend booking your car hire online in advance. Although you may be able to hire a car without having pre-booked, it’s possible that you may not get the car you want, and you’ll be paying much higher rates.

Question 2

What things should I consider when selecting my Alicante Car Hire?

Accepted Answer

How much space do you need? The number of people in your party and how much luggage you’ll have between you are key to determining the size of the vehicle you need. 
Which fuel policy works best for you? Most often, you’ll be expected to return the car at the same fuel level it was when you picked it up - a ‘full to full’ fuel policy. This means the car is booked out with a full tank, and you are expected to return it with a full tank.
What’s your pickup point? Where are you going to collect your vehicle and where are you going to return it? Airport pickup is convenient but not particularly cost-effective.

Question 3

How much does Alicante Car Hire cost?

Accepted Answer

Car hire costs will always be affected by a number of things: the type of car you choose, how long you need the car for, and where your pick up and drop off points are. Hoppa works with key local providers to ensure we can offer the best prices for Alicante car hire.
Be prepared to pay between 15 and 50 EUR per day, depending on your choice of car. Limited insurance may be included, for which the car hire company may block 300 to 500 EUR on your card until the car is returned in the same condition in which it was provided to you.

Question 4

Is there an age limit for booking car hire?

Accepted Answer

To hire a car in Alicante, the driver must be at least 21 years old and have had their license for a minimum of one year.

Question 5

What is a Car Hire eticket?

Accepted Answer

An eticket is an electronic confirmation that your booking request has been approved. Keep an eye on your email inbox once you’ve completed your online book - and don’t forget to check your junk or spam folder too.

Question 6

What information do I need to collect the car at Alicante?

Accepted Answer

There will be some paperwork to be completed when you arrive at your provider’s car hire stand. You’ll be asked to present your foreign passport or identification, and also a valid payment method - a credit or debit card - to cover the deposit. The deposit amount varies by provider but you can contact us to get details of the exact amount your provider will charge.

Question 7

What’s the speed limit around Alicante?

Accepted Answer

Motorways in and around Alicante have an upper limit of 120kph, while the dual carriageways vary between 80 and 110kph - be sure to check the individual signs along your route. Roads within towns and housing estates have an upper limit of 30kph but may have other limits signposted, so keep an eye out for changes. All other roads are between 50 and 60kph.

Question 8

How much does the cost of fuel compare in Alicante?

Accepted Answer

Fuel rates in Alicante are roughly 10% lower than in the UK, although fluctuations do occur. Hire cars also generally have good fuel efficiency, so chances are you’ll need less fuel to fill your hire car.

Question 9

We’ve had an accident, what should we do?

Accepted Answer

Be sure to know what you’re covered for in the event of an accident. Most car hire companies have a basic waiver for damage, as well as theft protection, and third-party liability. It’s unlikely that your domestic car insurance will cover you while you’re out of the country, but travel insurance can be purchased when you book with us.
If you are in an accident, make sure everyone involved is safe and away from the vehicles, but don’t move anyone who is badly injured or unable to move by themselves. Then call the appropriate emergency services. Your car hire company should provide you with the relevant details. 112 is the local equivalent of 999. Exchange contact information with anyone else involved in the incident - other drivers and witnesses.
Finally, call your car hire company. You’ll need to explain what’s happened and they will give you further guidance on how to handle the situation.

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