This is a question that many tourists ask themselves when planning a vacation in 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 give you advice such as “Car Essential” or “Close to all amenities”. You don’t want to arrive at the hotel or villa you chose and find that you are 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 vacation, so a car might not be necessary. Check how far the beach is from your hotel in Cyprus; Remember also that going to the beach with all your suitcases, buckets and inflatables may not be an easy task, bus services are available but not always to the place you want to go.

What is there to see in Cyprus?

If you are planning 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 the World Heritage Site at the Port of Paphos, to name just a few.

What is there to do in Cyprus?

Aside 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 exceptional dive sites around 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.

Now you should have a good idea if you need to rent a car in Cyprus. You have a wide range of vehicles available to rent in Cyprus and again this will depend on your needs.

Jeeps are always popular to rent, with the great weather in Cyprus this could be the ideal option – a jeep with 4 x 4 or 4wd will allow you to visit the more ‘off the beaten track’ places like Akamas or the Troodos Mountains. Large jeeps are ideal for large parties 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 traditional villages are often dusty. For a cheaper option of car rental in Cyprus, you should check out small or compact cars, ideal for couples or families with young children.

If you are looking for a little more luxury, you should look at the premium cars like BMW, Mercedes or convertibles; obviously, the price will be higher than that of common saloons.

Once you have decided on the car 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?

You are now ready to rent a car in Cyprus and enjoy your vacation!

Z and X Car Hire in Cyprus are part of the Z and X group of companies and they have over 100 cars to choose from, from compact cars to luxury cars, you are sure to find a suitable car to rent from Z&X. They offer you a friendly and efficient car rental service in Cyprus. They also offer special offers and upgrades to the type of car you rent when you book a holiday villa through their sister company, Cyprus Holiday Villas.