Choosing a car rental for a Tossa de Mar holiday presents a classic dilemma: grab a car from a big-name brand at Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO), or opt for a local supplier that delivers directly to your hotel? While the airport option seems straightforward, seasoned visitors and Costa Brava experts often argue that for Tossa de Mar, local delivery is not just a convenience—it's a fundamentally better experience. The primary advantage of using a local Tossa or Lloret-based rental company is avoiding the airport chaos. Instead of waiting in a long queue after your flight, you can take a relaxed transfer to your hotel and have the car brought directly to you. The key benefits of this approach include: No Airport Desk Queues: You completely bypass the often-crowded rental desks at GRO. Hotel Delivery and Collection: The car is delivered to your hotel or apartment at a pre-arranged time and picked up from the same spot at the end of your rental. Transparent Insurance: Many local operators include comprehensive, zero-excess insurance in their quotes, eliminating high-pressure upselling at the counter. No Large Deposit Hold: Unlike airport brands that can block €1,200 or more on your credit card, local companies with full insurance often require no deposit at all. Free Inclusions: Perks like free additional drivers are common. This is a strategy long-advocated by TripAdvisor's Costa Brava Destination Expert, EnricM (12,271 forum posts), who consistently advises travellers to "Avoid Goldcar, Firefly, Dollar at Girona; Olimpia delivers and picks up in Tossa." It is the simplest way to skip the Girona Airport rental desk with local delivery. A highly-regarded local operator based just up the coast in Sant Feliu de Guíxols, Ganxó has built a reputation for excellent service and flexibility. Coverage Area: Tossa de Mar, Lloret de Mar, Sant Feliu de Guíxols, Platja d'Aro, Blanes, Begur, and Palamós. Key Features: Free delivery and collection to your address, free additional drivers, a 5% discount for booking via their website, and 24-hour assistance, 365 days a year. Contact via phone or WhatsApp (+34 636 473 354). A comprehensive range including Economy (Fiat 500), Family (SEAT León Estate), Convertibles, Automatics, Cargo Vans, and Minibuses (9-seaters). Their quotes typically include full, zero-excess insurance. A user on TripAdvisor reported a total of €408 for a week with full insurance and "no nasty surprises." The Caveat: Pricing is not public; you must request a quote via their website or WhatsApp. This makes direct comparison difficult, but their all-inclusive pricing is often competitive once you factor in the lack of a deposit and extra fees. Based in the neighbouring town of Lloret de Mar, Olimpia is one of the largest and longest-running independent operators on the Costa Brava , making them a default choice for many repeat visitors. Coverage Area: Extensive coverage across the Costa Brava, Costa del Maresme, and even the Costa Dorada. Key Features: Established for over 30 years with a fleet of 300+ vehicles serving over 23,400 customers annually. You can reach their Lloret office at +34 972 364 710. Fleet Specifics: Offers a wide variety, from basics like the Fiat Panda, Skoda Fabia, and Opel Corsa to lifestyle cars like the Fiat 500 (cabrio), Mini Cooper, and Mercedes SLK. For families, they have the 7-seater Dacia Jogger and even the premium Audi Q7. Seasonal Pricing: Prices are transparent online. Expect economy cars to be around €49–€55 per day in low season, rising to €80+ per day in high season (July/August), with the fleet average peaking at €170/day. The Caveat: Olimpia imposes a mileage cap: 300 km per day, with a maximum of 2,000 km per rental. Overage is charged at €0.35 per kilometre. As one TripAdvisor user noted, this can be restrictive. A day trip from Tossa to Montserrat and back would consume nearly the entire daily allowance on their Mini convertible. Two other Tossa-based agencies, Viajes Internacional Tossa Viatges Tramuntana , are often recommended by the local tourism office. Like Ganxó, they operate on a quote-only basis but are worth contacting for a competitive price. The familiar names at Girona-Costa Brava Airport (GRO) —Sixt, Europcar, Avis, Budget, and Enterprise—offer reliable, modern fleets and the convenience of one-way rentals. However, they come with trade-offs.