Car hire in Santa Pola - beaches, salt flats and Tabarca

Santa Pola is a friendly fishing town just 25 minutes south of Alicante airport, known for its long sandy beaches, the salt flats where flamingos gather, and the ferry to the island of Tabarca. It makes a relaxed, family-friendly base, and a car lets you reach Elche, Alicante and the Vega Baja with ease.

  • Service area: Santa Pola port, Gran Playa and Playa Lisa
  • Pickup time: Mon-Sun 8:00-22:00 (extended on request)
  • Drive to Alicante airport (ALC): 25 min
  • Day-trip ideas: Tabarca island ferry, Elche Palmeral, Alicante, Guardamar dunes
  • Closest airports: Alicante (ALC) 25 min, Murcia (RMU) 50 min

Flying in? See our Alicante airport pickup, compare us on the why choose WeOneRent page, or browse the full fleet. Nearby we also cover Torrevieja, part of the wider Costa Blanca.

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"Perfect little base near the beach. Car delivered to the apartment, and we did Tabarca, Elche and the salt flats over a week. No card deposit blocked, exactly as advertised."
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Julie M.
Leeds to Santa Pola
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"Nos trajeron el coche al puerto sin esperas. Muy buena atencion y precio transparente. Repetiremos en verano sin duda."
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Antonio L.
Madrid to Santa Pola
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"Close to the airport, easy handover, clean car. Free cancellation gave us flexibility with the kids. Best value we found on the coast."
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Petra N.
Cologne to Costa Blanca

FAQ Santa Pola

Where do you pick up or deliver in Santa Pola?

We deliver free to your hotel or apartment anywhere in Santa Pola, including the port, Gran Playa and Playa Lisa. The exact meeting point is confirmed by email and WhatsApp before you arrive.

Can you deliver near the Tabarca ferry?

Yes. The Tabarca ferry leaves from Santa Pola port, and we can hand over or collect the car nearby so you can island-hop without worrying about the car.

How far is Santa Pola from Alicante airport (ALC)?

About 20km, 25 minutes. We can deliver the car to ALC arrivals for free, or to your Santa Pola address.

What documents do I need at pickup?

A valid driving licence (held 1+ year), passport or national ID, and a payment card in the main driver name. Drivers from outside the EU need an International Driving Permit (IDP).

How much is car hire in Santa Pola?

Economy cars from вВђ19/day, hybrid SUVs from вВђ45/day. Prices include 200 km/day mileage, IVA 21% and basic insurance, with a вВђ0 deposit option. No card blocking, no surprise fees.

Ready to explore Santa Pola?

Free hotel, apartment or port delivery. вВђ0 deposit option. Cancel free up to 24h.

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