This is a question that many tourists ask themselves when planning a vacation to Cyprus. Like so many questions in life, the answer depends on the answers to other questions!
Where is my hotel, villa or apartment located?
Find out more about your holiday accommodation, many hotels and villa rental companies in Cyprus will give you tips such as ‘Car essential’ or ‘Close to all amenities’. You don’t want to arrive at your chosen hotel or villa only to find that it’s not within walking distance of shops, restaurants, etc.
What kind of vacation do I want?
You may be coming to Cyprus for a relaxing beach holiday, so a car may not be necessary. Check how far the beach is from your hotel in Cyprus; Also remember that going to the beach with all your bags, buckets and inflatables may not be an easy task, bus services are available but not always where you want to go.
What is there to see in Cyprus?
If you plan to visit local attractions or historical sites, I would definitely recommend renting a car. Remember that Cyprus is not that big and you may want to visit other places like Troodos, Akamas or other cities. Cyprus also has a variety of historical sites and interesting places to visit, Tombs of the Kings, Baths of Aphrodite, Roman Amphitheater – Curium, Kolossi Castle and Paphos Harbor World Heritage Site to name just a few.
What is there to do in Cyprus?
Apart from the obvious: sun, sea and sand, there is also a wide variety of things to do in Cyprus. Water sports are of course plentiful and there are some outstanding dive sites in Cyprus. Eating is another great pastime, with no shortage of restaurants to visit. The island also has three water parks: Aphrodite Waterpark, Fasouri and Waterworld.
You should now have a good idea if you need to rent a car in Cyprus. You have a wide range of vehicles available for hire in Cyprus and again this will depend on your needs.
Jeeps are always popular for hire, with the great weather in Cyprus this could be the ideal option – a jeep with a 4×4 or 4×4 will allow you to visit the more ‘off the beaten track’ places like Akamas or the Troodos mountains. Large jeeps are ideal for large groups offering more space and comfort.
Family cars or sedans are ideal for couples or families; Air conditioning is a must in Cyprus, especially during the summer. Although the main roads in Cyprus are good, the roads through the traditional villages are often dusty. For a cheaper option to rent a car in Cyprus, you should check out the small or compact cars, these are ideal for couples or families with small children.
If you’re looking for a little more luxury, you should look at premium cars like BMWs, Mercedes, or convertibles; obviously the price will be higher than ordinary saloon cars.
Once you have decided on the car you are going to rent, check the following with the Cyprus car rental company. Do you offer an airport pick up service? Do you have a 24 hour contact number? Does the insurance have a franchise? Does the rental cost include VAT? Does the rental cost include a full tank of gas?
Now you are ready to rent a car in Cyprus and enjoy your vacation!
Z and X Car Hire Cyprus is part of the Z and X group of companies and has over 100 cars to choose from, ranging from compact to luxury cars. You are sure to find a suitable car to rent at Z&X. They offer you a friendly and efficient Cyprus Car Hire service. They also offer special deals and upgrades on the type of car you rent when you book a vacation villa through their sister company, Cyprus Holiday Villas.
