Frequently asked questions about renting a car & car rental in Santa Cruz
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Santa Cruz?
On average, a normal-sized rental car in Santa Cruz costs approx. € 175 per week (€ 25 per day). A smaller car costs from about € 77 per week. The offer can be changed or removed at short notice by the various rental companies. The price for the rental car shown is based on a all inclusive weekly rental for 7 days.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Santa Cruz and Portugal?
In the past 14 days, the cheapest rental cars in Portugal on Autoprio.com were found at Key and Go, AirAuto, 296 Rentacar, Drive & Go, SadoRent a car, Rodavante, Wayzor and Yes Car Hire. It is usually cheaper to hire a car in Santa Cruz than at the airport. However, it often pays off to compare the price between the airport and nearby cities before booking. In Santa Cruz you can find a rental car for € 11 - 25 per day depending on the size of the car and the season.
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Santa Cruz?
On average, a normal-sized rental car in Santa Cruz costs approx. € 700 per month (€ 25 per day). A smaller car costs from about € 308 per month. How much it costs to rent a car depends on the time of year, range of cars, country and what type of car you plan to rent. Do a search with Autoprio.com and easily find all current prices for hire cars right now.
Are there extra charges for drop-off at a different location other than Santa Cruz?
Yes, in most cases the car rental company will charge an extra fee if you wish to return the vehicle at a different location like airports such as São Jorge Airport, Faro Algarve Airport, Lajes Terceira Airport, Horta Airport, Ponta Delgada-João Paulo II Airport, Lisbon-Portela Airport, Porto Airport and Madeira Funchal Airport, instead of Santa Cruz. Autoprio.com will clearly state whether the one-way fee is included in the rental price or what additional cost may arise at the time of booking.
Do I need a credit card for car rental in Santa Cruz?
You can make a booking without a credit card with autoprio.com. Note that, even if you choose to pay by debit card, you will have to provide a valid credit card in the driver’s name at the time of pick-up in Santa Cruz, since the rental agent requires a credit card from which to take the rental deposit. Credit cards accepted for pick-up are MasterCard, Visa, and in some cases American Express.
Which car rental companies are near or in Santa Cruz?
There are over 18 car rental companies in Santa Cruz. Car rental companies such as Happy Car on Rua do Ribeirinho Machico, Atlantic on Rua Fabrica Burnay 1, Rodavante on Vr1 11, Goldcar on Airport of Madeira, Guerin Aeroporto Madeira on Aeroporto Cristiano Ronaldo, Thrifty Aeroporto da Madeira on Aeroporto da Madeira Madeira, Europcar Airport on Aeroporto, Happy Car on Rua Professor Doutor Fernando São Doliveira 5 Febres, Centauro on Er237 100, Hertz Aeroporto on Madeira Airport, Happy Car on Rua do Ribeirinho N4a Machico, Sixt on Madeira Airport, Rückgabestation on Er101, Thrifty on Aeroporto de Madeira Madeira, Whynot, Centauro Madeira Airport on Rúa 24 de Julho N 9 Sitio da Bemposta Freguesia de Agua de Pena Machico, Avis on Aeroporto do Fnc Madeira, Auto100 Madeira on Rua Engenheiro Santos Costa 14 Machico, etc.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Santa Cruz?
Renting a normal-sized car in Santa Cruz costs from about € 25 per day, depending on the season and supply. A smaller car costs from about € 11 per day. Larger cars, luxury cars, vans and moving cars cost more. Sometimes you can find the cheapest hire cars depending on the season. In the majority of cases the rental price includes breakdown assistance, tax, unlimited mileage, airport fee, third party liability protection and collision damage waiver. Please note that the costs included may vary depending on the car rental company and destination country. The car rental company may also choose to ask you for a deposit or excess at the rental desk. Make sure to check the rental conditions at the time of booking. The price for the rental car shown is per day and is based on a all inclusive weekly rental for 7 days.
How much does it cost to rent a minibus in Santa Cruz?
How much it costs to rent a 9-seater minibus in Santa Cruz depends on the time of year and the supply of buses etc. In Santa Cruz you can find a 9-seater minibus from about € 43 / day. Do a search with Autoprio.com and easily see all current prices for minibuses right now. The price for the minibus shown is per day and is based on a weekly rental for 7 days. The offer can be changed or removed at short notice by the various rental companies.
What is the best rental car company in Santa Cruz and Portugal?
Based on ratings and reviews on autoprio.com, the best car rental companies in Portugal are National, Sixt, Budget, Enterprise, Thrifty, Avis, Hertz and Europcar. The largest companies have offices in the city and at the airport.
What types of car can I rent in Santa Cruz?
The supply of rental cars varies during the season but you can usually rent car types such as 9 seater minivan, luxury elite, jeep, suv, minibus, economy elite, fullsize cars, moped, fullsize elite, special cars, compact elite, exotic cars, mini elite, economy cars, intermediate elite, 7 seater minivan, small suv, cargo van, premium cars, small-medium truck-lorry, large truck-lorry, intermediate, convertible, minivan, mini cars, estate, 5 seater minivan, luxury cars, compact cars, standard cars, electric cars, medium suv, hybrid cars in Santa Cruz with autoprio.com.
How much does it cost to rent a minivan or cargo van in Santa Cruz?
How much it costs to rent a moving truck, van or smaller truck in Santa Cruz depends on the time of year and the range of models etc. In Santa Cruz you can find a smaller truck or van from about € 50 / day, medium truck from about € 65 / day and up, large van from about € 75 / day.
How can I find car rental near me in Santa Cruz?
Do a search for Santa Cruz. Then take a look at our map of hire car companies to find the best rental cars near you in Santa Cruz from companies such as Thrifty on Aeroporto de Madeira Madeira, Hertz Aeroporto on Madeira Airport, Europcar Airport on Aeroporto, Avis on Aeroporto do Fnc Madeira, Happy Car on Rua do Ribeirinho N4a Machico, Goldcar on Airport of Madeira, Sixt on Madeira Airport, Auto100 Madeira on Rua Engenheiro Santos Costa 14 Machico and others.
Which optional extras are available in Santa Cruz?
The availability of optional extras depends on the car rental agent in Santa Cruz and even if they are booked online they are not guaranteed. The following extras can be booked on Autoprio.com: GPS – Satellite Navigational System, Luggage racks, Wi-Fi Access, Child toddler seat, Electronic toll pass, Additional driver, Snow Tyres, Roof Rack, Booster seat, Infant child seat, Ski Rack and Snow Chain Set. Please note that most of the optional extras are not included in the rental price and can be purchased at the time of booking or at the rental desk in Santa Cruz. The cost of the optional extras are displayed at time of booking in the Rental Conditions.
Which additional charges could apply in Santa Cruz?
Please note that each car rental agent has its own policy on additional charges which will be clearly stated in the rental conditions at the time of booking at Autoprio.com. Generally, additional charges may be applied for: young drivers, senior drivers, winter tyres, out-of-hours pick-up, one-way rentals, out-of-hours drop-off and border crossing. Any additional charges will need to be paid directly at the rental desk in the local currency in Santa Cruz.
Comparison of rental car prices and car hire from several businesses in the town Santa Cruz in Portugal. Find the best prices for rental cars. It always pays off to compare before you book, in some smaller communities local companies can have very competitive prices.
We compare these companies in Santa Cruz or in Madeira, Europcar Airport on Aeroporto, Hertz Aeroporto on Madeira Airport, Happy Car on Rua do Ribeirinho Machico, Centauro on Er237 100, Atlantic on Rua Fabrica Burnay 1, Rückgabestation on Er101, Rodavante on Vr1 11, Centauro Madeira Airport on Rúa 24 de Julho N 9 Sitio da Bemposta Freguesia de Agua de Pena Machico, Happy Car on Rua Professor Doutor Fernando São Doliveira 5 Febres, Whynot, Thrifty Aeroporto da Madeira on Aeroporto da Madeira Madeira, Auto100 Madeira on Rua Engenheiro Santos Costa 14 Machico, Thrifty on Aeroporto de Madeira Madeira, Guerin Aeroporto Madeira on Aeroporto Cristiano Ronaldo, Goldcar on Airport of Madeira, Sixt on Madeira Airport, Happy Car on Rua do Ribeirinho N4a Machico, Avis on Aeroporto do Fnc Madeira. Rental cars at Santa Cruz’s train stations, travel centre and airports like Madeira Cristiano Ronaldo Funchal Santa Catarina Airport 2 km (1 mi) and Porto Santo Airport 60 km (37 mi) and ports/ferry terminals like Port of Recreio de Machico, Marina of Santa Cruz, Port of Recreio Santa Cruz, Marina of Machico. We have an easy and safe booking system of rental cars online. Search and choose your destination, search for country, city etc. and choose from the list. A car hire service where every cost is included, no hidden fees and free cancellations/amendments up to 24-48 hours before you are supposed to pick up the car.
More about Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a town in the municipality, Santa Cruz Municipality, Madeira district, Portugal. 11th largest city/town when it comes to inhabitants in the region and the 362th largest district/town in Portugal. Smaller villages, communities and suburbs nearby are Machico, São Roque, Santana, Camacha, Nossa Senhora do Monte, São Vicente, Ribeira Brava, São Pedro, Eiras, Santa Catarina and Pinheiro. About 6,000 (2018) people live in the town. Funchal (c. 100,800 pop), Câmara de Lobos (c. 32,200 pop), São Martinho (c. 26,500 pop) and Caniço (c. 23,400 pop) are other larger communities, cities nearby. Whether you are visiting the town Santa Cruz just for one day or for a longer period, there is plenty to do. Read more further down. The community/city is located about 240 MASL (787 ft). Nearby bus stops and bus stations are Madeira Airport Bus Station, Estacao de Machico and Terminal Autocarros Rodoeste. We also give tips on which companies offer rental cars in Santa Cruz Municipality.
Attractions, Sights and Activities
Some suggestions and tips on places, activities, events, attractions, museums, experiences and destinations in the town that are worth a visit during your holiday in Santa Cruz. Church of Nossa Senhora da Conceição, Parish Church do Caniço and Church of Assomada are beautiful cathedrals and churches nearby. See historical sites and archaeological sites. To experience and watch exciting history and archaeology, visit these nearby places, Cais do Carvao. See tombs and old settlements! Swimming and sun bathing on the beach? You can do that on Cais da Ponta da Oliveira, Praia da Ribeira do Natal, Praia da Prainha, Praia da Cana Vieira, Praia da Pedra da Eira, Praia das Fontes and Praia da Maiata. Take a trip with your car and make a visit!
Nearby destinations, Santa Cruz
Compare car hire and cheap van rental in airports nearby: Car Hire Madeira Funchal Airport and Hire a Car Cheap Porto Santo Airport. There are no hidden fees or free cancellations/amendments up to 24-48 hours before you are supposed to pick up the car in Santa Cruz. Search for car rental and cheap car hire in nearby cities: Compare Rental Cars Machico, Compare Rental Cars Caniço, Rent a Car Funchal, São Martinho and Câmara de Lobos. Car rental in Santa Cruz is the best mode of transport for covering short or long distances. Rent a car in cities in the region: Car Rental Funchal, Car Rental Câmara de Lobos, Cheap Van Rental São Martinho, Caniço and Machico.
Car rental companies in Santa Cruz, Portugal
We compare these companies in Santa Cruz or in the region, Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Budget, Sixt and Thrifty. You can usually find the largest selection at airports such as Madeira Funchal Airport and Porto Santo Airport. The large companies usually have offices adjacent to the airport.
Car Hire & Rent a Car Santa Cruz Customer Reviews & Feedback
