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Discover magnificent Albania with TakeCars
Albania – the hidden gem of the Balkans! Here, every traveler can truly embrace the joy of exploring freely. Renting a car is the best way to uncover this enchanting country's breathtaking landscapes, historic sites, and vibrant culture.
Why choose TakeCars for car rental in Albania
At TakeCars, we offer a diverse selection of rental cars to suit your needs, from cozy compacts perfect for navigating city streets to rugged SUVs ideal for mountain adventures.
What we offer in Albania:
Transparent terms and conditions: We clearly outline all deposit details and rental terms for your convenience.
Exceptional service: You can request a sample contract ahead of time, and enjoy the flexibility of cancelling your reservation up to 7 days before it begins with a full refund of your prepayment.
Authentic photos: Browse real images of the car you plan to rent beforehand.
Competitive prices: We guarantee our prices are the most competitive in the market.
Personalized approach: Get acquainted with your rental provider and locate their office easily on our website map.
Where to rent a car in Albania
Albania boasts numerous driving routes, from scenic coastal roads to rugged mountain paths.
Ride along the coast: Begin your journey in Durres, one of Albania's oldest cities, and travel along the coastal road to the historic towns of Vlora and Saranda.
Explore the northern mountains: Travel through northern Albania for stunning mountain vistas and cultural diversity. The Valbona Valley National Park offers exceptional opportunities for scenic drives.
Visit historic Berat: Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site known for its ancient churches, mosques, and a 13th-century fortress.
Skadar Lake: The largest lake in the Balkan Peninsula is known for its unique flora and fauna. It's an excellent location for photography enthusiasts and tranquil picnics.
Ksamil: Often dubbed the "Albanian Seychelles," Ksamil boasts pristine sands, crystal-clear Adriatic waters, and several nearby uninhabited islands—perfect for a beach holiday.
Petrella Village: Discover a well-preserved 5th-century castle and its surrounding olive groves.
Most tourists in Albania start their trip here
What our users say
Rent a car in Albania and get the most out of your trip! Your perfect vacation starts with TakeCars. Travel comfortably and without concern as you discover the wonders of Albania.
Fiat 500 in Albania
The car was just as pictured. They were all very helpful and kind.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class in Albania
So far, everything has been fine. Didn't get the Mercedes because it wasn't available. Got a replacement Opel and the price was the same and that was fine. The car was very dirty and the diesel was completely empty. We had to fill it up first. Then they demanded that we return the car clean and with a full tank, which we didn't because the guy who gave us the car said we could return it the same way.
Audi A3 in Albania
The car was nice but the air conditioning didn't work well and it was less comfortable than the Golf, I ordered the Golf. All in all it was good Except for the air conditioning
Opel Zafira in Albania
Everything's great
Hyundai i30 in Albania
I was given another car because I asked for a mechanic, on the road we had a tire explode on the highway, in 1.5 hours they came and changed everything. In the car when you start it was the smell of exhaust fumes, there were cigarette butts in the ashtray. And so the service is super
Volkswagen Jetta in Albania
unfortunately the Volkswagen Jeta was out of stock, I was offered a Volvo S60 instead. Overall, everything was fine.
Renault Megane in Albania
Basically, it went well, all right
Peugeot 207cc in Albania
unfortunately, we didn’t get to drive this car! On the website, we chose a car for 4 people, but when we arrived, we were told that this car was only for two (I don’t know why it’s listed as a 4-seater on the website). Instead, we were offered a worse car for the same price or another one, but with an additional payment. However, overall, everything was fine!
Dacia Sandero Stepway in Albania
Was my worst experience, well thought out deception and fraud. Renault Sandero Stepway 2025, gasoline was ordered. Stage 1 of the deception: 3 hours before the start of the rental, I was sent a message that such a car is out of stock, but will provide another, "class higher". This car turns out to be a 2015 Fiat 500 xl diesel, which I would never rent for any money. You have a dilemma: put up with it and take this junk or take nothing, lose the 40 euro deposit and stay overnight with your kid and stuff at the airport in a foreign country. I.e. the landlord always wins and loses nothing, if I refuse, they get charged for one day and don't rent anything. I'm sure they don't have 2020s cars at all and it's just a photo, but if they do exist, someone was lucky enough to get one, but the photo on the site remains and the scam continues. I didn't risk being without a car and got over it. Maybe if the country was more civilized or the arrival was in the afternoon, I would have tried renting locally and losing 40 euros. So I get a 2015 Fiat 500 xl, all stripped down, battered by life, humming wildly, very hard to pull, with the oil light on and every 5 minutes the screen lights up: Change oil. I'm pretty sure this sign has been there since 2015 and the oil in this car has never been changed before. Upon pickup, both myself and the lessor took pictures of the car and he told me that they were well aware of all the defects. So, handing over the car, divorce you for money, stage 2. Inspection of the car and I am presented with damage to the car, namely deep scratches on the black plastic on the arch of the front wheel, there as if the front black bumper smoothly passes into the arch. There is not a single dot on the paint of the car next to it. The part is located at the bottom and unnoticed no one could scratch me like that and drive away. The car all the rental period spent the night in the underground parking lot and there was not a single risk of scratching the plastic arch without hitting the paint, it is a very specific defect. But still, I'm being charged for the damage and a fine of 300 euros. I wouldn't give 300 euros for the whole fiat. Naturally, I refuse to pay, moral and psychological pressure begins, you have 3 hours before the flight, nerves, etc. And if you do not fall for this trick, suddenly there is a magic way out: you have to write a positive review on Google Maps. Apparently, Albanians do not know that the review can be changed or deleted later, but some are lazy and so remain excellent reviews. The way out of this situation: in Albania, when you get a car, you need to video the car from all sides and inside, and in the hood, and in the trunk because there are undoubtedly 3 and 4 stages to get money from you.
Dacia Sandero Stepway in Albania
Everything went great. I got a practically new car with a manual transmission at my request. The return went perfectly 👍. Thank you, will recommend you. Have a nice day!
Volkswagen Golf 5 in Albania
I rented a Volkswagen Golf 5 through your website - everything went great. The car was in excellent technical condition, clean and well maintained. The booking process was quick, without unnecessary bureaucracy, everything was confirmed at once. The transfer of the car was on time, the staff was polite and helped to understand all the nuances. During the lease there were no problems, the car drove smoothly, sparingly spent fuel. The return also took place without delays and without hidden fees. In general, I was very satisfied with the service - I will definitely use it again and can safely recommend it to others!
Hyundai i20 in Albania
We didn't have a good experience with the car we rented. Somebody from your office crashed the car that we rented when he came to pick us up from the airport. After a long wait we got a replacement car. But it turned out that the reverse gear barely functioned. It was really terrible to drive, and was quite dangerous a couple of times. The when we returned the car, the guy there suddenly said we would have to pay for a car wash. It was not discussed beforehand that we would have to return the car completely clean. Normally that is not the standard when renting a car, so this was very strange. We didn't agree with it. Eventually we got our deposit back, but then the guy said that we had to pay a lot of money for the parking ticket, and we should give that to him. Luckily we knew that was a lie, and went to pay the ticket ourselves, which was 300 lek. It was a very unpleasant encounter. All in all I have to say that it was a bad experience, and I would not recommend this company to someone else, unfortunately. Kind regards, Merel
Volkswagen Passat-CC in Albania
everything was very good. Thank you very much for your cooperation.
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There's a car for everyone
At TakeCars, you can choose a vehicle that suits your travel style. Whether you're looking for a nimble city car or a robust four-wheel drive for mountainous adventures, we have a wide array to choose from!
Book your perfect road trip in Albania with TakeCars. Our goal is to make your rental experience as pleasant and effortless as possible, allowing you to explore every corner of this wonderful country without any worries.
Albania car rental prices
Our mission is to enhance your freedom to explore wherever you are in Albania. Even if the specific model you desire is not listed on our website, just leave a request, and we will find a car to suit your needs. Remember, the choice of pickup location, including airport pickups or hotel deliveries, can affect the cost of your rental.
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Albania car rental questions
Cash is accepted in Euro and Lekas in Albania. Some car hire companies also accept bank cards. If it is more convenient for you to pay by bank card, specify the payment method "by card" in the filters when searching for a car in Albania.
Yes, of course. You can book a car with any name, just enter it when booking.
If you pay a cash deposit, it will be returned at the end of the rental. Many companies prefer cash, but some ask for cards (credit or debit - it doesn't usually matter) to make a deposit.
For some people and rarely - yes, you need it to make a deposit. But generally it depends on the supplier and the model of the car. If you don't have a credit card, choose cash as your method of payment. You can also look for no deposit options - there are some in Albanya.
As stated in the rental conditions, it's enough to have a passport and driving licence.
To rent a car in Albania you only need a passport and a driving licence.
Usually customers get the cars they saw on photos when they booked. However, you should understand that the car is in the rental and many things can happen to it. Rarely you can have a change of car to the same or better type at the same rental conditions.
You can find out the exact size of the boot in litres by googling the car model data or by writing to our manager in the 'Questions' section.
The rental company provides all roadside assistance. You will always be helped with repairs on the road. In case of a major breakdown, the car will be replaced with another one of the same or higher class.
Car hire companies cannot charge more than the amount stated on the voucher. You can see for yourself by reading the reviews of our suppliers in Albania.
If you need to leave Albanya with the rental car, the supplier will give you car papers and a permit to go abroad. To travel abroad you will need a passport, visa and driving licence. To go to Montenegro, Greece and Northern Macedonia, you need to get an insurance (Green Card) for at least 10 days (it costs 15-40 Euros, the price depends on the destination and the agency's mark-up).
Most rental cars in Albania have unlimited mileage. However, some cars have limited mileage. You can find out whether the mileage is limited or not on the page of the car you are interested in. If the mileage is limited, the daily limit is added up for the whole rental period.
Yes, in Albania you can only pick up or return the car at night or in the early morning if you mention this at the time of booking. Usually you have to pay 20-30 Euro extra for this. Indicate the correct time when looking for the car and see if there is an extra charge for out of hours service.
Generally until 20:00. Information about opening hours can be found in the profile of each supplier in Albania. However, you can collect or return the car outside these hours for an additional fee of around 20 euros.