Essaouira car rentals from $23/day

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Essaouira. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

Standard (Skoda Superb or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Essaouira.

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A Standard car rental in Essaouira costs $89 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Essaouira costs $112 per day, on average.

An Economy car rental in Essaouira costs $49 per day, on average.

In Essaouira, cars are most frequently rented at Europcar Essaouira Airport (1 miles from city center).

Most car rental providers in Essaouira offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Essaouira, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 25 car rental agencies in Essaouira.

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KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Essaouira so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

When choosing Essaouira car rentals, it is recommended to rent a compact or mid-sized car. These types of cars have good maneuverability and can easily navigate the narrow, winding streets. Additionally, they are more fuel-efficient and easier to park than larger cars. A compact SUV is another excellent choice for exploring the region's terrain, which includes both smooth highways and rougher terrain.

In Essaouira, the speed limit for urban areas is generally 50 km/h (31 mph). On rural highways and major roads outside of the city, the speed limit is typically 100 km/h (62 mph). In addition, there are special zones in Essaouira with their own speed limits. School zones, for example, usually have a speed limit of 30 km/h (18 mph) during school hours. Work zones and construction areas may also have lower speed limits posted.

If you need to park your car, there are several options available. You should plan to pay for parking in certain parts of the city, particularly in the medina (old town). The most popular option for parking in Essaouira is the public parking lot outside the medina walls. This parking lot has a daily rate of around 10درهم (about $1.1) and is open 24 hours a day. It is located just outside Bab Sbaa, one of the main entrances to the Medina.