Elounda is the calm, expensive end of eastern Crete - a sheltered bay, the ruins of a sunken city under the water at Olous, and Spinalonga sitting out front. Most guests here stay in resorts that are lovely and slightly isolated.
A car turns that isolation into freedom: village tavernas, empty beaches and the mountain road to Kritsa are all within half an hour. We deliver to your hotel or villa, with no deposit and insurance included.
Plaka, five minutes north, has the shortest and cheapest boat crossing to Spinalonga.
Village tavernas inland cost half of what the bayfront charges - and cook better.
The Olous causeway and salt pans are a 10-minute drive plus a short walk.
Beaches towards Vrouhas and Skinias are quiet even in August.
Delivery to hotels and villas around the bay is arranged in advance, at no surprise cost.
Roads around the bay
The road from Agios Nikolaos to Elounda hugs the cliff with genuinely spectacular views - beautiful, but not a road to hurry on, especially after dark when it is unlit. North of Plaka the surface narrows and switchbacks up towards Vrouhas; a small car handles it fine, taken slowly. Parking in Plaka is limited in high season, so arrive before the morning boats or after 17:00.
Nearby, in order of how often people go
Plaka and the Spinalonga boat - 5 minutes.
Agios Nikolaos for shops, banks and the lake - 15 minutes.
Kritsa village and Panagia Kera - 30 minutes.
Mochlos for lunch by the sea - 50 minutes.
Lasithi plateau - 1h10 through the mountains.
Insurance and conditions
Every MyCrete car comes with FCDW full insurance plus WUG cover - tyres, the car's underside, glass and mirrors - at €0 excess. There is no upsell at handover, because there is no better package to sell you. We send the fuel policy, driver age rule and the full terms in writing before you confirm anything. An EU driving licence is enough. Insurance is void off-road, including the gravel track to Balos.
Find the right rental car
Answer a few quick questions. We will personally check actual availability and send you the final all-inclusive total price. Sending an enquiry does not create a booking or payment obligation.
Takes about 1 minute
Full insurance
€0 excess
No deposit
Unlimited kilometres
No prepayment
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When do you need the car?
Where would you like the car?
Pickup
Return
Full insurance
€0 excess
€0 deposit
Unlimited km
No hidden fees
No credit-card block
Real availability, personally checked.
We don't simply show an automated list of cars. Your request is personally reviewed and we check the most suitable available option based on your dates, location and preferences.
Prefer WhatsApp?
Send us your dates and we'll check availability personally.
All-inclusive price — everything listed above is included. Fuel is not included.
The exact final price depends on the rental dates, duration, vehicle category and delivery location. We send the complete total before you confirm.
Small manual
From €60/day
Best for couples and small families.
Final quote after availability check
Automatic
From €70/day
Comfortable and easy driving around Crete.
Final quote after availability check
SUV
From €80/day
More space and comfort for exploring the island.
Final quote after availability check
7-9 seats
From €100/day
For larger families and groups.
Final quote after availability check
Convertible
From €100/day
Open-top driving along the Cretan coast.
Final quote after availability check
Starting prices are indicative and usually apply to longer rental periods. The final price depends on the dates, rental duration, pickup location, season and vehicle availability.
The longer the rental period, the lower the daily rate usually becomes.
You pay the confirmed total shown in your offer. No mandatory insurance or unexpected rental fees will be added at vehicle collection.
Optional extras such as additional drivers, child seats or special delivery arrangements are shown separately and priced before you confirm.
Longer rental, better daily rate
7+ days · better daily rate
The daily rate usually becomes lower when you rent for a longer period. Enter your dates and we will prepare a personalised offer with the final total price.
One clear final price – no surprises when you receive the car.
Included with our rental offers
Full insurance
€0 excess
€0 deposit
Unlimited kilometres
No hidden charges
Hotel or airport delivery and collection where available
Compare the final price, not only the advertised daily rate
Some rental companies advertise a very low starting price, but insurance upgrades, excess reduction, deposits and additional coverage may increase the final amount. With MyCrete, you receive a clearly explained total offer before confirming.
Advertised starting price
May exclude additional insurance or services.
Price at pickup
Can increase after optional coverage is added.
MyCrete total offer
Insurance conditions, deposit and final price are explained before confirmation.
Car delivery across East Crete
Already staying in Crete? You do not need to visit a rental office. Tell us your hotel, dates and preferred car and we check availability and send you the final total price.
We work with carefully selected local car rental partners across Crete to provide reliable vehicles, competitive prices and flexible availability.
Selected local partners
We cooperate with established licensed local rental companies that meet our service expectations.
More vehicle availability
Our partner network gives us access to a wider range of cars across Crete, also in high season.
MyCrete support
You communicate with MyCrete during the booking process and can contact us if you need assistance with your rental.
One point of contact
From your first enquiry until the end of your rental, MyCrete remains your point of contact and assists you throughout the booking process.
What is included - insurance, deposit, delivery, extras - is always stated in the offer we send you and in your booking confirmation for that specific rental.
Frequently asked questions
Can you deliver a car to an Elounda resort or villa?
Yes. We agree the time and spot in advance and hand the car over there in person. Delivery outside the Heraklion area is quoted before you book, with no surprises later.
Is Elounda a good base without a car?
It works if you never want to leave the bay. For Spinalonga, the villages and the beaches further out, a car saves both money and taxi waiting time.
How long is the drive from Heraklion airport?
About 1h15 on the national road. Many guests take the car at the airport so the drive over is part of the holiday rather than a transfer bill.
Do you require a credit card?
No. There is no deposit and no card block; the price includes FCDW full insurance and WUG cover at €0 excess.