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Costa Clara Cars

Name: Costa Clara Cars at Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport: Counterwise rating
Item: Costa Clara Cars (Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport)
Rating: 5.1
Author: Counterwise

at Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport

Shuttle 15 min

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At a glance

Costa Clara Cars at Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is ranked No. 6 of 7 car rental desks at the airport, with a Counterwise Score of 5.1/10 (Poor).
The Costa Clara Cars desk is off-site: the shuttle from Málaga Airport takes about 15 minutes.
A credit card in the main driver's name is required; the typical deposit is €900–€1,500.
Fuel policy: full to empty. Opening hours: 08:00–22:00 daily.
Main red flag from travellers: Third-party excess cover not recognised at the desk.

Based on 1,377 reviews analysed · Last updated 22 October 2026 · How scores work

The short version

Cheap to book, expensive to collect. Reviewers say the desk won't recognise third-party excess cover and then demands a large deposit or its own insurance. Fuel is full-to-empty with an added fee.

AI-generated summary of 1,377 traveller reviews, checked by our editors. How we do it

Score breakdown

Each sub-score is out of 10. Higher is always better for you. How the weights work

Deposit & damage disputes(30% of score)

Poor4.8/10

How often travellers report surprise damage charges, slow deposit refunds or disputed scratches.

Counter upselling(20% of score)

Poor4.0/10

Pressure to buy extra insurance, upgrades or add-ons at the desk. Higher means less pressure.

Booking honoured(20% of score)

Poor5.9/10

Whether you get the car category and the price you booked, without new fees at the counter.

Queue time(15% of score)

Poor4.6/10

Typical wait from reaching the desk (or shuttle stop) to holding the keys.

Car condition(15% of score)

Mixed6.3/10

Cleanliness, mileage and mechanical state of the cars handed out.

What travellers flag

Red flags (3)

Third-party excess cover not recognised at the desk
Full-to-empty fuel plus a 'service fee'
Long shuttle ride plus queues of 60+ minutes in summer

Green flags (1)

Low base price

Practical facts

Location	Off-site, shuttle about 15 min
Opening hours	08:00–22:00 daily
Credit card required	Yes, in the main driver’s name
Typical deposit	€900–€1,500
Fuel policy	Full to empty
Shares the desk with	No other brands

Before you go

Tick these off at the counter. (Nothing is saved; it's just for you.)

Take photos and a short video of the car at pickup, including wheels, windscreen and the fuel gauge.
Check the fuel level matches the contract before you drive off.
Decline duplicate insurance at the desk if you already have excess cover. Bring proof of your policy.
Bring a credit card in the main driver’s name with at least €1,500 available for the deposit.
Allow extra time: the shuttle ride is about 15 min each way, plus waiting.
Check the closing time (08:00–22:00 daily). If your flight lands late, call the desk: some wait, others close on time.
Full-to-empty fuel: you pay for a full tank up front. Ask the price per litre before signing.

Costa Clara Cars at Málaga Airport: questions and answers

Is Costa Clara Cars at Málaga Airport any good?

Costa Clara Cars at Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport has a Counterwise Score of 5.1/10 (Poor) and is ranked No. 6 of 7 desks at the airport. Main green flag: Low base price. Main red flag: Third-party excess cover not recognised at the desk.

Do I need a credit card to rent from Costa Clara Cars at Málaga Airport?

Yes. Costa Clara Cars at Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport requires a credit card in the main driver's name for the deposit.

How much is the deposit at Costa Clara Cars at Málaga Airport?

The typical deposit at Costa Clara Cars at Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is €900–€1,500. The lowest starting deposit at this airport is at Solano Wheels (€0–€400).

Where is the Costa Clara Cars desk at Málaga Airport?

The Costa Clara Cars desk is off-site: the shuttle from Málaga Airport takes about 15 minutes.

What are the opening hours of Costa Clara Cars at Málaga Airport?

Costa Clara Cars at Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is open 08:00–22:00 daily. Fuel policy: full to empty.

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