Advice and tips about renting a car in Bahrain
Here we have put together some tips on what to consider when looking for a rental car in Bahrain and regions/states such as .
Book as early as possible
Book as early as possible, it will usually be more expensive if you wait. In large cities such as Manama, Al Muharraq, Ar Rifā‘, Dār Kulayb, Madīnat Ḩamad, Madīnat ‘Īsá, Sitrah and Jidd Ḩafş, prices often rise the later you book. It can also be difficult to find cars at major airports such as Bahrain Airport, , if you wait too long.
Refuel the car before returning it
Different companies have different fuel conditions. If the car is to be refueled before return, do so to avoid extra fees from the rental car company. Some smaller companies have an administrative fee for refueling the car if it is to be left empty, which is stated in the conditions but not always in the total price. Look extra carefully at the refueling regulations! If the company has 'Pick up full, drop off empty' then there may be an administrative fee for refueling. Any fee is stated during the booking. It is often the cheaper companies that have 'Pick up full, drop off empty'.
Compare prices from several companies and book the rental car on the Internet
Searching and booking car rental on the Internet becomes cheaper and it is easier and takes less time. Compare many companies and sites to find the best price. Autoprio.com compares several companies at the same time in a single search via Cartrawler. We do not own any cars but only compare prices from different companies such as e.g. Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Budget, Sixt, Thrifty, National, Dollar, Keddy By Europcar and Al Muftah, etc.
Are there several of you who will drive the car? Where are you going?
Extra driver? If more than one person is driving the car, this must be stated at the time of booking or at the company upon arrival. Remember that there may be restrictions on driving the car to other countries and taking the car from or to islands such as .
Is free mileage / free miles included?
Check that free mileage is included in the rent. If free mileage is not included, check that the number of kilometers in the contract is sufficient. All major companies have unlimited mileage, but less expensive companies may have a maximum mileage per day.
Review the contract & terms carefully
Review and read the rental conditions before booking the rental car. Autoprio.com offers rental cars from several different rental car companies and the conditions differ between the different companies. Smaller companies may have administrative fees to be paid on site that relate to refueling after return. Any fees are stated during the booking. Review and read the contract when you pick up your rental car. Autoprio.com offers cheap rental cars from several different rental car companies in Bahrain and the contract differs between the different companies. If there is something you do not understand in the contract, ask someone from the company on site or contact us directly.
Do a quick inspection upon pickup
Inspect and examine the rental car when you pick it up. Check that all damages, scratches and dents are included in the condition report. Check how big the deductible is! What often differentiates between smaller, cheaper companies in Bahrain and larger global companies is the amount of the deductible. Also read the conditions carefully when it comes to how the car is to be returned. Smaller local companies may have an administrative fee if the car is to be returned with an empty tank. Any fee is stated in our terms and conditions when you apply.
Frequently asked questions about car rental & renting a car in Bahrain
What is the best rental car company in Bahrain?
Based on ratings and reviews on autoprio.com, the best car rental companies in Bahrain are Hertz, Thrifty, Avis, Sixt, Budget, Europcar and National. You can find these car hire companies in cities like Madīnat Ḩamad, Al Muharraq, Manama, Dār Kulayb, Jidd Ḩafş, Madīnat ‘Īsá, Ar Rifā‘ and Sitrah.
Which costs are included in the rental price in Bahrain?
In the majority of cases the rental price includes breakdown assistance, airport fee, tax, third party liability protection, unlimited mileage and collision damage waiver. Please note that the costs included may vary depending on the car rental company and destination. The car hire company may also choose to ask you for a deposit or excess at the rental desk in Bahrain. Make sure to check the rental conditions at the time of booking at Autoprio.com.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Bahrain?
In the past 14 days, the cheapest rental cars were found on Autoprio.com at National, Al Muftah, Regent Rent A Car, Dollar, Budget, Thrifty, Keddy By Europcar and Sixt in cities like Madīnat Ḩamad, Al Muharraq, Manama, Dār Kulayb, Jidd Ḩafş, Madīnat ‘Īsá, Ar Rifā‘ and Sitrah, etc and at airports like Bahrain Airport, , etc.
How much do you charge for excess in Bahrain?
The excess amount depends on the car hire company and the rented vehicle and it will be refunded within 10-28 days after the rental if there has been no damage. Cartrawler offer damage refund insurance in association with Autoprio.com insurance partners, which will allow you to claim for reimbursement in the event that you have been charged for collision damage or theft. This damage refund insurance can be purchased at the time of booking.
How can I find car rentals near me in Bahrain?
Do a search for the city, island or airport closest to you in Bahrain. A search for country or e.g. island in Bahrain lists the largest airports like Bahrain Airport, . Then take a look at our map of cheap car hire companies to find the best rental cars near you.
Do I need an international driver’s licence in Bahrain?
If your licence is not printed in the Roman alphabet (i.e. Arabic, Greek, Russian or Chinese) you will need to bring an international driving licence and your domestic licence in Bahrain. If you are renting abroad (outside your country of residence, or outside where your license was issued), an international drivers licence is usually required regardless of the alphabet. International driver’s licences must be accompanied by the original domestic licence of the driver.
Are there extra charges for drop-off at a different location in Bahrain?
Yes, in most cases the car rental agents like Budget, Hertz, Sixt, Avis and Europcar will charge an extra fee if you wish to return the vehicle at a different location in Bahrain. We 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 at Autoprio.com.
What are the most popular car rental locations in Bahrain?
Based on searches on autoprio.com, the most popular cities to rent a car in Bahrain are Madīnat Ḩamad, Al Muharraq, Manama, Dār Kulayb, Jidd Ḩafş, Madīnat ‘Īsá, Ar Rifā‘ and Sitrah. The most popular airports are Bahrain Airport, .
Are there any cross-border charges if you want to leave Bahrain?
The car rental agents like Hertz, Thrifty, Avis, Sixt, Budget, Europcar and National may choose to charge you for cross-border travel. Any fees will need to be paid at the rental desk in Bahrain in local currency. We will state whether cross-border travel is allowed and in which countries at the time of booking under rental conditions at Autoprio.com.
Can I book without a credit card in Bahrain?
Yes. You can make a booking without a credit card with Autoprio.com in Bahrain. 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 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.
How old do you have to be to rent a car in Bahrain?
Most car hire companies have a minimum age limit of 21 years for rentals. However, requirements may vary depending on the car rental company and destination country. Please note that there may be additional charges if the main driver is under 25 or over 75 years old to cover the extra insurance cost. Any additional fee will be mentioned at the time of booking under summary of charges before you confirm the reservation at Autoprio.com.
Car rental 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. An easy and safe booking of rental cars online. Autoprio.com can offer rental cars in cities, ferry terminals, travel centers and airports in Bahrain.
We compare rental car prices and car rental from several companies in all popular destinations in Bahrain, and find the best prices on rental cars. Search for and book in cities and communities such as, Manama, Al Muharraq, Ar Rifā‘, Dār Kulayb, Madīnat Ḩamad, Madīnat ‘Īsá, Sitrah, Jidd Ḩafş, Al Ḩadd. We list prices from companies that are safe and quality assured so that there will not be any problems when you arrive.
Bahrain facts
Bahrain (Kingdom of Bahrain) is located in Asia and is a country that has about 738,000 inhabitants. The capital is Manama which has 147,100 inhabitants. Total surface/area 665 km² / 257 mi². Asia’s 47th largest when it comes to the surface area and the 45th regarding its inhabitants. Other names are مملكة البحرين, Kingdom of Bahrain, Bahrein, Dawlat al Baḩrayn, State of Bahrain, Al Baḩrayn, البحرين, دَوْلَة اَلْبَحْرَيْن, Mamlakat al Baḩrayn, Shekdom of Bahrain. Bahrain is the 198th largest country in the world when it comes to the surface and the 166th regarding its inhabitants. The country is divided into four regions/counties/states where the largest are Southern Governorate, Muharraq, Manama and Northern. Top five highest mountains are Jabal ad Dukhān (134 m / 440 ft). We give tips and recommendations on activities, experiences, attractions and destinations which you can visit during your stay in Bahrain. See the weather reports and find maps. To buy and make purchases, the currency Dinar (BHD) is used. To make a call, you use the country code +973. Websites mostly have the top domain .bh. Common languages are e.g. English, Arabic, Persian, Urdu. Manama (c. 147100 pop), Al Muharraq (c. 97500 pop), Ar Rifā‘ (c. 79600 pop), Dār Kulayb (c. 65500 pop), Madīnat Ḩamad (c. 52700 pop) are the five largest communities.
Tourist attractions och activities in Bahrain
Tropical houses, tropicarium, zoo, animal parks, aquarium and terrarium are Doha Zoo, Aviary zoo Al Khor park, Birds Kingdom, Al Khor park small zoo and Al Wabra Wildlife Sanctury. Visiting an animal park with the family? Aqua Park Doha, Gondolania, Park, Adhari Park, Dream Park, Magic Island, Jungle Zone, Circusland and Fun City are theme parks, water parks or amusement parks located in Bahrain. Looking for experiences and activities for the whole family?
Cheap car rental with unlimited mileage in Bahrain
There are many different models and sizes of cars to choose from. Fleet list in Bahrain: Fullsize cars (Fullsize), Moped, Economy cars (Economy), Fullsize elite, 7 seater minivan (7 seat minivan), Mini cars (Mini), Special cars (Special), Mini elite, Intermediate elite, Standard cars (Standard), Estate, Convertible, Electric cars, Large truck-lorry (Large truck), 9 seater minivan / Minibus (9 seat minivan), Intermediate, 5 seater minivan (5 seat minivan), Small SUV, Premium cars (Premium), Economy elite, Small-medium truck-lorry (Small-medium truck), Minivan, Compact elite, Luxury elite, Exotic cars (Exotic), Cargo van, SUV / Jeep (SUV), Hybrid cars, Luxury cars (Luxury), Medium SUV, Compact cars (Compact). Big cities and popular destinations have more car types to choose from. If you want to rent a luxury car then search at the major airports and the most popular destinations in the major regions such as Southern Governorate, Muharraq, Manama and Northern etc. It can also be harder to find and book special cars during peak season, if you do not search well in advance, before you need your rental car.
Cars you can rent in Bahrain are e.g. Economy elite, Electric cars, 5 seater minivan, Luxury cars, Mini elite, etc. Premium cars: e.g. Audi A6, Small SUV, Large truck-lorry, Hybrid cars, etc. Estate: e.g. Skoda Octavia Estate, etc. Compact cars: e.g. Hyundai Accent, Hyundai i20, Ford Focus, etc. Exotic cars: e.g. Mercedes S Class, Small-medium truck-lorry, etc. 9 seater minivan / Minibus: e.g. Toyota Minibus, etc. Cargo van: e.g. Toyota Hilux Pickup, etc. Convertible: e.g. Mini Cooper Convertible, Luxury elite, etc. Economy cars: e.g. Nissan March, Ford Fiesta, etc. 7 seater minivan: e.g. Toyota Previa, Opel Zafira, etc. Minivan: e.g. Toyota Hiace, Toyota Grandia, Intermediate elite, etc. Mini cars: e.g. Ford Figo, Hyundai i10, Compact elite, etc. Fullsize cars: e.g. Chevrolet Malibu, Dodge Charger, Moped, etc. Standard cars: e.g. Mazda 6, Peugeot 508, etc. Intermediate: e.g. Toyota Altis, Medium SUV, etc. SUV / Jeep: e.g. Toyota Land Cruiser, Daihatsu Terios, Kia Sportage, Hyundai Tucson, Nissan Qashqai, Special cars, Fullsize elite, etc. However, in smaller cities and on islands like Jazīrat Ya‘şūf, Umm Kharūrah, Umm an Na‘sān, Suwād ash Shamālīyah, Suwād al Janūbīyah, Sitrah, Jazīrat ash Shaykh, Rabaḑ ash Sharqīyah, Rabaḑ al Gharbīyah, Qaşşār Nūn, Ḩālat Nūn, Jazīrat an Nabī Şāliḩ, Muḩazwarah Island, Jazīrat al Muḩarraq, Jazīrat Mashtān, Khasaifa Island, Juzayyirah, Qaşşār Jurdī, Jiddah, Qaşşār ‘Īsá Bin Sayf al Binālī, Jazīrat Ḩawār, Fasht Bū Thawr, Juzur Bū Sadād, Al Mu‘tariḑ, Al Muḩammadīyah, Al Hayiya Island, Bahrain Island, Jazīrat ‘Ajīrah, Fasht Adham, Al Baynah aş Şaghīrah and Amwaj Islands etc, the range is smaller.
Parking regulations and traffic regulations
Renting and driving a car is usually easy and effortless, but as in all countries there are many traffic regulations in Bahrain you must follow. If you are going to visit and drive in large cities such as Manama, Al Muharraq, Ar Rifā‘, Dār Kulayb, Madīnat Ḩamad, Madīnat ‘Īsá, Sitrah, Jidd Ḩafş, Al Ḩadd, prepare yourself for a lot of traffic, especially in rush hour and that it is sometimes difficult to find parking. Try to memorize the most common parking and traffic regulations before you leave to ensure that your car trip is safe, and to avoid trouble with the police.
What to consider when looking for a rental car in Bahrain?
Book the car in Bahrain before your trip, it is almost always cheaper. Also, book as early as possible, it becomes more expensive the closer you get to your trip. If your car is supposed to be collected at an airport you should book before you leave, as in Bahrain Al Muharraq International Airport. Avis, National, Hertz, Budget, Al Muftah, Europcar, Sixt, Thrifty, Dollar, Regent Rent A Car, Keddy By Europcar are the companies autoprio.com compares in Bahrain to find the best price.
Destinations in Bahrain
Compare car rental and find cheap hire cars in regions such as: -. It is possible to rent a car for one way, this is called a one way rental. You collect the car in one place and return it somewhere else, e.g. another city or country in Bahrain. Find the best hire cars and the cheapest car rental in towns such as: Cheap rental cars Manama, Cheap car rental Al Muharraq, Car Hire Ar Rifā‘, Dār Kulayb, Madīnat Ḩamad, Madīnat ‘Īsá, Sitrah and Jidd Ḩafş. Compare car hire and van rental in airports such as: Hire a Car Cheap Bahrain Airport.
Car rental companies we compare in Bahrain
Budget, National, Avis, Regent Rent A Car, Hertz, Keddy By Europcar, Sixt, Thrifty, Dollar, Europcar and Al Muftah are the companies that autoprio.com compares in Bahrain.
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