Guerin is one of the largest Portuguese rental chains, with offices at all major Portuguese airports (LIS, OPO, FAO, FNC) plus city locations. Daily rates start at 19 euros (about 21 USD) in low season and 35 euros in July-August. Trustpilot 4.3 / 5 from 1500+ reviews. Founded in Coimbra in 1953.
Guerin Portugal car rental prices 2026
Guerin sits in the mid-tier of Portuguese rentals – cheaper than international chains, slightly pricier than the smallest locals.
Guerin seasonal rates 2026 (economy)
January-March: 19-25 euros / day
April-May: 24-32 euros / day
June: 28-36 euros / day
July-August: 35-50 euros / day
September-October: 24-32 euros / day
November-December: 19-25 euros / day
Cheapest vs most expensive month
Cheapest: February (off-season)
Most expensive: 1-15 August + Christmas
Sweet spot: late September
Avoid book-on-the-day in summer
Where to pick up at Guerin
Guerin operates at all major Portuguese airports plus city centres.
Lisbon (LIS)
Desk in arrivals hall. 5 min walk from gates.
Porto (OPO)
Desk in arrivals hall. 3 min walk from gates.
Faro (FAO)
Desk in rental hall. Algarve gateway.
Funchal (FNC)
Desk at Madeira airport.
City offices in Lisbon, Porto, Faro, Coimbra, Braga
Off-airport saves 8% surcharge.
For one-way LIS-FAO or OPO-LIS, Guerin charges 50-100 euros drop fee.
How Guerin compares to Portugal rentals
Guerin competes with Portuguese majors and the international chains.
Recommended
GuerinLargest Portuguese chainNational coverage
1500+ Trustpilot reviews. Strong national network across mainland and Madeira.
All major airportsTrustpilot 4.3 / 5
Auto JardimAlgarve specialistFamily champion
350 cars across the Algarve. Trustpilot 4.5 / 5.
FAO + Algarve citiesTrustpilot 4.5 / 5
Sixt PortugalPremium chainBest fleet
Newest cars (Mercedes A, Renault Captur). 40-60% pricier than Guerin.
All major airportsTrustpilot 4.2 / 5
Caution
Goldcar PortugalCautionHidden fees
Trustpilot 1.7 / 5.
Major airportsTrustpilot 1.7 / 5
Centauro PortugalAvoidDamage disputes
1500 euros deposit. Trustpilot 2.0 / 5.
Major airportsTrustpilot 2.0 / 5
Guerin specifics: Cross-border to Spain allowed for 30-50 euros admin fee. Cross-border to France often refused.
Trustpilot comparison
Auto Jardim: 4.5 / 5
Drive4Fun: 4.6 / 5
Guerin: 4.3 / 5
Sixt Portugal: 4.2 / 5
Avis Portugal: 4.0 / 5
Centauro Portugal: 2.0 / 5
Goldcar Portugal: 1.7 / 5
Insurance
Standalone is much cheaper than counter Super Cover.
Default coverage
CDW with 700-1500 euros excess.
Guerin Super Cover
10 euros / day – drops excess to zero.
Standalone (cheaper)
RentalCover or iCarhireinsurance from 4-7 euros / day.
Counter vs standalone (7-day)
Guerin Super Cover: 70 euros total
Standalone (RentalCover): 28-49 euros total
Annual policy: 50-70 euros worldwide
Compare Guerin to other Portugal rentals: we use DiscoverCars to compare Guerin, Auto Jardim, Sixt and 25+ Portuguese operators. Free cancellation 48h before.
How to get the cheapest Guerin rate
Tip 1: Book 4-6 weeks ahead
Portugal summer fleet sells out, especially Algarve.
Tip 2: Use Discover Cars
Compares Guerin to other Portuguese chains and locals.
Tip 3: Manual transmission
Most Guerin fleet manual. Automatic adds 6-9 euros / day.
Tip 4: Skip counter Super Cover
Save 30-40 euros / week with standalone.
Tip 5: Off-airport pickup
City office saves 8% airport surcharge.
Tip 6: A22 Algarve toll device
Guerin includes electronic toll device on Algarve rentals.
Best drives with a Portugal rental
Guerin national coverage is great for cross-Portugal road trips.
Lisbon to Porto coastal (300 km)
Costa de Prata coast via A8 or scenic N109.
Algarve coastal loop (Lagos-Tavira, 200 km)
Full south coast tour.
Douro Valley wine route (130 km from Porto)
Pinhão and Régua wine quintas.
Lisbon to Évora UNESCO (130 km)
Alentejo wine and historic centre.
Madeira full island loop (250 km)
Cabo Girão, Pico do Arieiro, Porto Moniz.
Practical driving tips
Documents
Valid driving licence (EU/EEA accepted, others need IDP)
Passport
Credit card in main driver's name (deposit 700-1500 euros hold)
Vehicle paperwork from Guerin
Minimum age 21 (under 25 may pay young driver fee)
Local notes
Speed limits: 120 km/h motorway, 100 km/h main road, 50 km/h urban
A1, A22, A2 toll roads (Guerin device usually included)
Headlights mandatory in tunnels
Blood alcohol limit 0.05% (0.02% under 25)
Seatbelts mandatory
Mobile phone use only with hands-free
Portugal rental scams: Watch for “post-rental damage invoices” sent by email weeks after return. Guerin is generally fair; bargain operators (Goldcar, Centauro) frequently dispute.
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