Thrifty car hire in Tenerife
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Thrifty in Tenerife at a glance
| Most popular car | Small, mini |
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| Average price | R 861 per day |
| Cheapest price | R 260 per day |
| Pick-up points | 13 |
| Best time to book | 1 week before |
Thrifty pick-up points in Tenerife
Driving in Tenerife: What to expect on the road
Documents you'll need A full licence and credit card are essential. To rent a car in Santa Cruz, you’ll need a valid driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is not required for UK visitors in Santa Cruz, but your licence must be in English. |
Navigating city driving Roads are wide, with scenic coastal routes. Driving in Santa Cruz means navigating one-way roads, occasional sharp turns, and hilly areas. Use a sat nav or Google Maps to avoid dead ends and stay clear of pedestrian zones in the old town. |
Tolls, emissions zones and charges No tolls or emissions zones in the city. There are no toll roads or emissions zones in Santa Cruz. Driving around Tenerife is toll-free, with no congestion charges or emission-related restrictions.
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Parking your car in Tenerife Parking is easier outside the centre. Street parking in Santa Cruz is colour-coded — blue zones are paid, green zones are for residents. Multi-storey car parks are common, and many hotels offer parking.
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Finding fuel or charging points Fuel stations and EV charging are easy to find. For EVs, use Electromaps or PlugShare to locate EV charging stations in Santa Cruz. Charging points are growing but you might need a specific app or RFID access. |
Local driving style and tips Driving is more relaxed in town but trickier in the hills. You’ll find an easy pace in the city, but take extra care on mountain roads and narrow streets. Roundabouts are common, and lane markings are generally clear and well maintained. |
More pick-up points
If you’re flexible on your pick-up point, you could find a better deal with Thrifty by renting in another city.Get the best car hire deal with Thrifty in Tenerife
Looking for a great car hire deal can seem daunting. But Skyscanner does the hard work for you. In a matter of seconds, we scan hundreds of trusted travel providers so you can pick the best deal for you. These tips will help you make the most of your booking search:Getting the best price
It can be tricky to know if you’re getting a good price when it comes to car hire. The cheapest Thrifty car rental price we could find in Tenerife is R 260 per day. Certain cars can also save you cash. The cheapest car to rent is usually a type of Small.
Pick up where you want
There are 13 pick-up points to choose from with Thrifty in Tenerife. The most popular are AEROPUERTO REINA SOFIA,LOCAL 1, GRANADILLA DE ABONA, Aeropuerto Los Rodeos, Local 40,La Laguna,38297,ES,Tenerife,CN,38297,ES and Aeropuerto Los Rodeos local 40, in terminal, LA LAGUNA, Tenerife.
No waiting around
Beat the queues by booking a deal that lets you pick up your rental car without the hassle. With self-service pick-up there’s no queuing to get keys or hand documents over. Which means more time on the road and less time hanging around rental offices. Simply tick ‘Self-service pick-up’ when you’re searching for a car rental deal.
Try electric or hybrid
Want to travel with less impact on the planet and drive with fewer pit stops? Try a lower emission vehicle by hiring an electric or hybrid car with Thrifty. Just tick ‘electric’ or ‘hybrid’ when you do your search.
Go automatic
If you prefer to drive an automatic car, Thrifty has got you covered. With automatic car hire options available in Tenerife, you won't have to worry about driving a manual. Tick ‘automatic’ when you start your search, and we’ll do the rest.
Rent a car long term, if you need to
Looking to rent a car with Thrifty for a little longer than a couple of weeks? No problem. Just enter your preferred dates when you search and we’ll show you what’s available. Keep in mind that renting a car for a full month could be cheaper than three weeks.
Rent a car when under 25
Looking to rent a car with Thrifty in Tenerife and are under 25? No stress! You can. Just bear in mind that rental companies may apply extra charges and restrictions. When you start your search, simply un-tick ‘Driver aged between 25 - 75’ and enter how old you are.
Go with the right company
Not set on renting a car with Thrifty? It could make sense to consider other companies too. The top car hire companies most people book with in Tenerife are Goldcar, Record go and Surprice. The cheapest car hire companies in Tenerife are Budget, OK Mobility and ABBYCAR. Take a look today and see if you could get a better car hire deal with another company.
