Canarias.com offers a wide range of cheap family cars, with offices in the north and south of Tenerife. Travel with room for everyone, space for your luggage and the option to request child seats.
In addition, drivers over 23 years old get fully comprehensive insurance with no excess included in the price.
Hiring a car lets you plan your family holiday around the children's schedules, combine beach days with excursions and get around the island without relying on buses or organised tours. At Canarias.com we have more than 40 years of experience in cheap car hire in Tenerife.
From the moment you book, you will know the final price of your car hire, with no small print and no unexpected costs when you pick up the vehicle. You can choose the car according to the number of seats you need, the size of your pushchair and your luggage.
You can also book excursions and private transfers through us, managing different services from a single point of contact.
Also, if you pay online at the time of booking, you will enjoy a 10% discount on your cheap family car hire.
Our fleet of cheap family cars
Choose your car based on seats, pushchair and luggage. Check models and availability for your dates in our vehicle fleet.
Compact cars
A cheap option for families of three or four travelling with moderate luggage. Models such as the SEAT Arona, the Hyundai Bayon or the Hyundai i20 Classic offer a balance between size, comfort and budget.
If you need two child seats, also check how much space they leave and the boot capacity before choosing.
If you travel with large suitcases, a baby pushchair and beach bags, boot space becomes especially important. The Dacia Duster, the Volkswagen T-Cross, the Citroën Aircross or the DFSK 500 Sunroof are options worth considering.
Not all folded pushchairs take up the same space: choose the vehicle based on its dimensions and the suitcases you will bring. Check our selection of SUVs and crossovers, subject to availability.
If you travel with more children, with the grandparents or with another family, having more seats lets you share journeys and organise excursions together.
How much boot space does a family need in Tenerife?
Before booking your cheap family car hire, count your suitcases and add the space taken up by the pushchair, backpacks, beach bags and children's accessories.
Boot capacity depends on the model, the version and the seat configuration, so it's best to check it against the actual luggage you will be carrying.
Family of three
Two adults and one child. With moderate luggage, you can consider a compact or a crossover such as the SEAT Arona.
If you bring a pushchair, check its folded dimensions and how it fits alongside the suitcases. If you also travel with a child seat, bear in mind the space it takes up on the back seat.
Family of four
Two adults and two children. A Dacia Duster, a Volkswagen T-Cross or a Citroën Aircross could be options to consider.
The choice will depend on the size of your suitcases and child seats: if you need two seats, check that they fit comfortably in the rear seats and that there is still room for luggage.
Family of four with a pushchair
Prioritise load capacity and how easily the pushchair fits alongside the luggage. You can consider the Dacia Duster or the DFSK 500.
Before booking, check the folded dimensions of the pushchair and also count backpacks, beach bags and any children's accessories.
Large families
If you travel with large suitcases or bring a pushchair and children's accessories, keep in mind that boot space can be reduced when using the third row of seats.
Before booking, consider how many seats you will need and how much luggage you will carry to choose the most suitable configuration.
Cheap car hire with fully comprehensive insurance and no excess included
When travelling with children, it's important to know from the start what your booking includes. At Canarias.com, fully comprehensive insurance with no excess is included in the price for drivers over 23 years old.
This means the booking price already includes full coverage, with no need to purchase mandatory extras when picking up the vehicle.
Check the conditions of your booking and enjoy your trip around Tenerife with all the information clear from the very beginning.
Services for your cheap family car hire
Baby seats and booster seats
We have approved child seats and booster seats available on request. Request them when booking, stating each child's age and weight. They have an additional cost, which is shown during the booking process.
Additional drivers
If two adults are travelling and want to take turns driving, you can request an additional driver. All people who drive must be named in the contract and meet the rental requirements. Check conditions and rates when booking.
10% discount and free cancellation
If you make the online payment at the time of booking, you will enjoy a 10% discount on the car hire. You can also cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the start of the rental.
Family routes around Tenerife with a hire car
With a hire car you can plan your visits at your own pace, without depending on bus timetables or fixed excursions. You can combine beach days with plans in the north and south of the island and adapt each day to the children's schedules.
Loro Parque and Siam Park
Loro Parque, in Puerto de la Cruz, and Siam Park, in Costa Adeje, are two of the best-known plans for families with children. As they are in different parts of Tenerife, you can dedicate one day to each park and enjoy the visit at a more relaxed pace. Check the available excursions and tickets to plan your family activities.
Beaches to enjoy as a family
In the north you can visit Las Teresitas, near Santa Cruz, or Playa Jardín, in Puerto de la Cruz. In the south, you can head to Los Cristianos or El Duque, in Costa Adeje. These are easy-to-reach options by car from different parts of the island.
Teide with children
Teide National Park offers a landscape very different from the coast and is an excursion to take at a relaxed pace. Bring warm clothing, water and sun protection, because the temperature drops and the sun is strong. Plan your fuel before going up and check road conditions and the weather forecast.
Pick up your cheap family car at the airport or near your hotel
We offer several offices and delivery points in Tenerife. If you prefer to pick up the car at one point and return it at another, check availability and the additional charge for this service.
Costa Adeje is one of the most exclusive areas in the south of Tenerife. It is a strategic location from which to explore the coast and reach areas such as Playa del Duque, La Caleta or Playa Paraíso from our office at C.C. The Duke Shops.
The Dacia Duster and the DFSK 500 are options to consider if you need space for a pushchair and suitcases. The exact capacity depends on the version and the vehicle's configuration. Check that your luggage fits before booking.
Are baby seats available?
Yes. We have approved child seats and booster seats available on request. Request them when booking, stating the child's age and weight. This service has an additional cost, which is shown during the booking process.
Is fully comprehensive insurance with no excess included?
Yes. It is included for drivers over 23 years old. For 7-seater vehicles, it is included for drivers aged 25 or over.
Does the no-excess insurance cover additional drivers?
Yes. The no-excess insurance also covers additional drivers, provided they are correctly included in the contract and meet the applicable age requirements.
What option is there for families that need more seats?
You can check our 7-seater cars or our 9-seater minibuses. The available boot space changes depending on the number of seats in use.
The 10% discount is applied automatically when you select the online prepayment option during the booking process on the website. You don't need to enter any promo code.
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes. You can cancel your booking free of charge up to 24 hours before the start of the rental.