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Unlimited mileage · No hidden fees · Free cancellation
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.8
2,441 Google reviews
Over 400,000 happy customers
Celebrating 10 years in Business
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Unlimited mileage · No hidden fees · Free cancellation
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.8
2,441 Google reviews
Over 400,000 happy customers
Celebrating 10 years in Business
Local family run business
Five star customer service
24 Hours availability
Unlimited mileage
No hidden fee
or deposit
Free
Cancellation
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Who are we?

Lotus Car Rental Iceland is a discount car rental company in Iceland. We provide reliable and affordable 4x4 vehicles, vans and compact cars. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, our friendly staff provides the best in customer service so that visitors make the most out of their trip to Iceland. With unlimited mileage and no hidden fees, our fleet of cars has something for everyone!

Our head office is located only a few minutes’ drive from Keflavik International Airport and we offer free transport to and from the airport. 

Why choose us for your Iceland adventure

  • Personal service
  • No hidden fees upon arrival
  • Unlimited mileage and taxes
  • CDW, SCDW and TP insurance
  • 24/7 shuttle service and Road Assistance
  • Studded winter tyres (seasonal)
  • Cheaper fuel and other benefits

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See what our customers say

Jude Grimes

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Lotus is a top-notch operation in Iceland. It is easy to get to right from the airport as a tram will pick you up and drop you right at their doorstep. Their staff is very friendly and helpful. If you're not familiar with the countryside I would recommend GPS but don't fully trust it 100%. We hired the all-wheel drive Volkswagen 9 seat van. It had plenty of room but it is not your luxury van. It did get the job done. I highly recommend Lotus car rental Iceland."

Thomas Manett

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Pick up at airport was smooth and easy. Friendly staff answered my questions and explained how everything works. No problems with the car. Glad we had 4x4 and studded tires! After our 2 week circle of the island we dropped the car back at the airport to find the same friendly faces asking about how the car performed and if I had any issues. Great customer service. Highly recommend renting a car from Lotus."

Martin Harris

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I booked a Toyota RAV4 (new model) primarily because it has the same luggage capacity as our car at home and we had a lot of luggage (much of it destined for my daughter living in Iceland) and that’s exactly what we got. Any number of times I’ve rented from larger multi-nationals who have switched for an “equivalent” which wasn’t up to the job, so this was a big relief. The staff were friendly and helpful and even went out of their way to get me back to a local hotel after dropping the car off. Although this is my first rental with Lotus, if our experience this time is anything to go by, they’ll be getting my repeat business when I visit my daughter (and explore more of Iceland)

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Frequently asked questions

  • How old do you have to be to rent a car in Iceland?

    Age requirements depend on several factors:

    • Small & Medium Vehicles, Dacia Duster, RAV4 Roof-Tent Models: Minimum age is 20 years.
    • Large & Luxury Vehicles, 9-Seater Vans, California Models, Hilux Campers: Minimum age is 23 years.
    • Young Driver Fee: If you do not meet the minimum age but have a valid driver’s license, you may rent a vehicle by paying a Young Driver Fee.

  • Do I need a certain type of car to get around Iceland?

    All of our rental cars are suitable for the vast majority of driving you will need to do in Iceland. 

    The only exception would be if you plan to drive on F-roads. F-roads are roads in mountainous areas with unpaved gravel surfacing and they are not maintained. If you plan to use F-roads you will need to hire a 4x4 vehicle as these are the only vehicles permitted to travel on these roads. 

    It is advised not to travel on F-roads alone in case of issues.

  • Where do I pick up a rental car from Lotus Car Rental?

    We offer a few options so you can choose what suits you best. We have an office at Flugvellir 6 - 230 Keflavik which is often the most convenient option. There is a shuttle service from Keflavik airport every 15 minutes to take you to the rental car lots, and this service is free of charge for Lotus customers. 

  • When can I pick up / drop off my hire car?

    Our pick-up and drop-off service operates from 5 am - 22 pm every day of the week from Keflavik airport, so you can pick up or drop off your hire car at any time within your allocated hire period. If you are using our hotel pick up / drop off service, this is operational between the hours of 8 am and 6 pm. From 10 pm - 5 am we allow customers to pick up and drop off with our after-hours service. Read more about our After Hours Service.

  • Can I rent a car in Iceland without a credit card?

    We do have options for drivers who wish to hire a car in Iceland using a debit card instead of a credit card. Discover more about our car rental with a debit card service.