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Quick verdict: Guerin at Lisbon Airport (LIS) is the best balanced car rental for most travelers — on-airport pickup (no shuttle), modern fleet, transparent insurance pricing, and a current EasyTerra rating of 8.8/10 (position 3 of 47 operators at LIS). Costs 5 to 12 EUR per day more than Goldcar but typically ends up cheaper once Goldcar's counter upsells and damage disputes are factored in. This 2026 guide covers everything that matters about renting from Guerin Lisbon: who they are (Brisa Group), what the fleet looks like, real prices, insurance options, and how they compare with the cheapest budget operators.
Guerin is a Portuguese car rental brand owned by the Brisa Group — the same company that runs the Portuguese motorway network and the Via Verde toll system. That ownership matters: Guerin is the only major operator at LIS with first-party access to Via Verde transponders and corporate-grade toll integration. Most rentals come with Via Verde included, eliminating the toll-administration-fee trap that catches Goldcar and Surprice customers.
| EasyTerra rating | 8.8 / 10 (position 3 of 47 LIS operators) |
| DiscoverCars rating | 7.6 / 10 |
| Trustpilot rating | 3.0 to 3.5 / 5 (805+ reviews, well above budget operators) |
| Pickup location | On-airport, Terminal 1 arrivals (no shuttle) |
| Average counter wait | ~3 minutes (vs 20 to 40 min at off-airport operators) |
| Headline price (economy) | From 22 EUR/day ($24), low season |
| Realistic out-the-door | 25 to 32 EUR/day with third-party excess |
| Fleet quality | Newer than Portuguese average; customers rated cars 9/10 |
Guerin's on-airport setup at LIS is the simplest pickup process at the airport. Most renters report being in the car within 15 to 25 minutes of leaving the gate, including baggage claim.
After baggage claim, follow signs for “Car Hire / Rent-a-Car” on the arrivals level. The Guerin counter is in the car-rental row, generally with the shortest queue among the local operators. Bring booking voucher, lead driver's passport or ID, credit card, and the original driving licence (not a photocopy).
The agent confirms your booking, offers (but does not push) insurance upgrades and additional drivers, and processes the deposit. The typical encounter takes 5 to 8 minutes. If you have a third-party excess policy already, mention it politely and the agent stops the upgrade pitch immediately.
After signing, the agent gives you the parking slot number and key. Walk 2 to 4 minutes to the rental car parking on the same level (no shuttle). Do a standard pickup inspection: walk around the car, note any pre-existing scratches on the handover sheet, photograph the dashboard fuel gauge and odometer.
The exit barrier reads your licence plate and matches it against the Guerin booking. If your rental includes the Via Verde transponder (most do), the device on the windshield handles all subsequent tolls automatically.
Real-world pricing data from Guerin.pt direct booking, DiscoverCars and Skyscanner aggregators in May 2026.
Low season (Nov to Mar) 22 to 26 EUR/day basic; 28 to 32 EUR/day all-inclusive zero-excess. Summer (Jul to Aug) 36 to 48 EUR/day all-inclusive. The all-inclusive package from Guerin is competitive vs third-party excess if you want one-stop shopping.
Low season 32 to 42 EUR/day. Summer 55 to 75 EUR/day. For an Algarve-via-Lisbon trip or a Douro Valley extension, the mid-size SUV is the comfortable choice.
Volvo XC60, BMW X3, Renault Espace: 65 to 100 EUR/day. Guerin has one of the better 7-seater inventories at LIS, with Renault Espace and Volkswagen Touran reliably available; useful for family trips with 5+ travelers.
Third-party liability (legal minimum), unlimited mileage, basic theft and collision protection with 1,200 to 1,800 EUR excess, Via Verde transponder in most categories, 24-hour roadside assistance. Compare this to Goldcar where some of these are upsells.
Insurance is Guerin's clearest advantage over budget operators. The packages are clearly labeled, the prices are consistent with EU norms, and the counter conversation is informational rather than aggressive.
12 to 18 EUR/day, typically. Reduces excess to zero, covers windshield, tyres, glass, key replacement, and the undercarriage. Cheaper than the equivalent Goldcar Super Relax (15 to 25 EUR/day) and from a more reputable operator.
6 to 9 EUR/day. Reduces excess to 300 to 500 EUR. Reasonable middle ground for a short rental where you accept some small-incident risk.
RentalCover, Insurance4CarHire or AutoEurope at 4 to 8 EUR/day. Refunds the full Guerin excess if a damage claim is made. Cheapest option but requires patience: you front the damage amount and claim back.
Guerin's 8.8/10 EasyTerra rating puts it among the top 3 at LIS. The alternatives below are realistic choices depending on what you value.
Portuguese family-run brand with meet-and-greet at arrivals — a representative meets you with a name board. DiscoverCars 8/10, cleanest fleet (9.7/10) in Lisbon, family care pack included. Full Movyng Lisbon review.
Transparent pricing, modern fleet, Trustpilot around 3.0/5. Slightly cheaper than Guerin (1 to 3 EUR/day less) but with a shorter on-airport history. Strong EV/hybrid fleet. The best alternative if Guerin is sold out.
Spanish operator with a strong app-based pickup process. Trustpilot 3.4/5. Best EV and hybrid fleet of the mid-market operators. Worth considering if you want a Tesla Model 3 or BYD Dolphin for the Lisbon trip.
For business travel or rentals where the car cannot fail. 10 to 18 EUR/day more than Guerin but with corporate-grade processes and 24-hour customer service. Trustpilot for LIS locations 3.5 to 4.0/5.
Headline 10 to 14 EUR/day cheaper than Guerin but realistic out-the-door is usually similar after counter upsells, premium-location fees and post-return damage disputes. See our Goldcar Lisbon review for the full playbook.
Guerin's on-airport inventory at LIS fills up fast in summer and during major events (NOS Alive in July, Lisbon Marathon in October). Book through DiscoverCars to lock in the rate, or directly at guerin.pt with the option of free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup.
Reserve Guerin LisbonFor most travelers, yes — Guerin is the smart choice at Lisbon Airport. The 5 to 12 EUR per day premium over Goldcar is genuinely worth it for on-airport pickup, calmer counter, newer fleet and included Via Verde transponder. Pair Guerin's base rate with a third-party excess policy (RentalCover 4 to 6 EUR/day) for the lowest total cost. If you need premium predictability for business travel, Hertz or Avis at 35+ EUR/day. If you genuinely need the cheapest possible 1 to 2 day rental and you understand the playbook, Goldcar still wins on absolute price.
Yes. Guerin is owned by Brisa Group, the operator of Portugal's main motorway concessions and the Via Verde electronic toll system. This ownership gives Guerin first-party access to Via Verde transponders for rental cars — most Guerin rentals include the device, eliminating the toll-administration-fee problem common at other operators.
The Guerin counter is inside Terminal 1 arrivals, in the car-rental row near the eastern end. Vehicle pickup is also on-airport — Guerin has its own parking area within the airport perimeter, no shuttle bus required. Total time from gate to driving away typically 15 to 25 minutes including baggage claim.
Guerin's headline rate is 5 to 12 EUR per day higher than Goldcar. Once you add proper insurance and account for Goldcar's typical premium-location fees, counter upsells and post-return damage claims, Guerin usually ends up cheaper or the same total cost. Guerin's Trustpilot rating (3.0 to 3.5/5) is significantly better than Goldcar (1.2 to 1.4/5), and the pickup experience is far less stressful.
Most Guerin rentals at LIS include a Via Verde transponder by default — economy and mid-size categories almost always, premium and special categories sometimes not. Confirm at the counter. The transponder handles all Portuguese motorway tolls automatically and bills the toll amount to your card without administrative-fee markups.
Yes, Guerin has EV options including Renault Megane E-Tech and Tesla Model 3 in some LIS slots. Pricing is around 35 to 50 EUR/day. Make sure you understand Portugal's charging network (Iberdrola, Endesa X, Wenea) before committing — Guerin provides a basic onboarding but does not include charging cards by default.
Guerin blocks 600 to 1,200 EUR ($650 to $1,300) as a damage deposit on the lead driver's credit card for economy and mid-size categories. Premium categories may require up to 2,000 EUR ($2,160). Debit cards are accepted but Guerin's release schedule is 14 days versus instant for credit cards.
