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Car rental agency

Centauro

Av. Salamanca, 14, 03005 Alicante, Spain

★ 4.1 (1,092 reviews)

Centauro is a well-reviewed car rental agency located on Avenida Salamanca in Alicante, offering convenient vehicle hire for travellers exploring the Costa Blanca region. Open from 8 AM to 10 PM every day of the week, the agency provides a streamlined rental experience with modern vehicles and flexible payment options including reimbursable fuel deposits.

Whether you're visiting friends, exploring nearby towns, or embarking on a coastal road trip, Centauro makes it easy to get on the road. The location is accessible by taxi from the port and near the train station, making it a practical choice for cruise passengers and train travellers arriving in Alicante.

Highlights

  • Open daily 8 AM–10 PM, seven days a week for maximum convenience
  • Fast, streamlined check-in process — some customers report handover in just minutes
  • Modern, well-maintained vehicles with low mileage
  • Reimbursable fuel deposit system simplifies the rental process
  • Accessible location near Alicante port and train station
  • Online booking available via mobile app with pre-checked documents

Location

Av. Salamanca, 14, 03005 Alicante, Spain

Opening hours

  • Monday: 8 AM–10 PM
  • Tuesday: 8 AM–10 PM
  • Wednesday: 8 AM–10 PM
  • Thursday: 8 AM–10 PM
  • Friday: 8 AM–10 PM
  • Saturday: 8 AM–10 PM
  • Sunday: 8 AM–10 PM
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Good to know

  • Located on Avenida Salamanca, within easy taxi distance (under €10) from the cruise port — ideal if you're docked in Alicante for a day trip
  • Extended opening hours (8 AM–10 PM daily) suit early arrivals and late departures, including cruise and train passengers
  • You'll need a valid driving license; debit cards are accepted for the fuel deposit charge
  • The agency is near Alicante train station, making it convenient if you're arriving by rail
  • Best for travellers who want a straightforward rental experience with modern, reliable vehicles

What visitors say

★★★★★

“I rented the vehicle via the app, documents pre-checked, the hand-over took 3 minutes - I only had to show my driving license. There wasn't any problem using my debit card, they charged only the fuel deposit (80 Eur) over the rent fee. The car was perfect, almost brand new. Great service, I recommend.”

— László Bánfalvi, 4 months ago
★★★★★

“We needed a car to visit our friends in Villa Martin while we were docked during our cruise.. naturally we tried the one nearest to the port first but found them expensive and uncontactable, so after a quick taxi ride for under €10 we arrived to an excellent reception and totally seamless collection of a stunning automatic car with only 1800kms on it, we paid the fuel deposit to save the hassle of refuelling ourselves and were promptly refunded all bar the £14 used to do a 2-hour round trip. Drop off was so easy, then a simple taxi back to port to continue our holiday.. Would not hesitate to use these guys again and will highly recommend them to everyone..”

— bazza thomas, 4 months ago
★★★★★

“I've rented from this office often in the past year, and the service, value, and vehicle condition have all been excellent every time. The staff are pleasant, informed, polite, and effective. The all-included price and the reimbursable fuel charge make the renting process so much easier! Renting from Centauro's Alicante train station office has saved me many headaches.”

— Carolina Sempere, 4 months ago
★★★★★

“We booked a car from this location for 3 days, but right from the start, the dashboard monitor completely failed to display Google Maps. To make matters worse, the emergency contact number they provided was incorrect and didn't work at all. In an attempt to fix the issue ourselves, we bought a new cable, but it didn't help. We even took the car to an official dealership for that specific car brand, but they couldn't fix it either. Left with no other choice due to this malfunctioning vehicle, we had to return to the rental office and hand the car back. We only used the car for a total of 8 hours, yet we were charged for a full 24 hours solely because of a technical issue that was entirely the company's fault! If the car hadn't been defective, we would have gladly kept it for the full 3 days. When we returned the car, the fuel tank was completely full. The next day, the company refunded the remaining days and the fuel deposit. However, shortly after, the fuel money was deducted from my account again. My bank statement clearly showed that the rental company had requested a chargeback/reversal of that refund. When I went back to the office to resolve this, the employee on duty was incredibly rude and dismissive. He kept repeating that it wasn't his problem, that he didn't know anything, and that we just had to wait. He didn't even offer a simple apology for the massive inconvenience and financial stress they caused us. This company has terrible communication, defective cars, and absolutely zero customer support. I strongly advise everyone to rent elsewhere”

— Gelare Jamshidi, 4 months ago

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Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours?

Centauro is open daily from 8 AM to 10 PM, including weekends and public holidays, making it accessible for most arrival and departure times.

How quickly can I pick up a rental car?

Check-in is designed to be fast and efficient. With pre-checked documents via the app, the handover process can take just a few minutes.

Is there a fuel deposit?

Yes, Centauro charges a reimbursable fuel deposit (separate from the rental fee) to simplify the return process and avoid fuel-related disputes.

Can I book online?

Yes, Centauro has a website and mobile app where you can reserve a vehicle and pre-check your documents before arrival.

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