Discover Messinia
Discover Messinia by Car: The Complete Road Trip Guide (2026)
Messenia is one of the most exciting regions in Europe for a road trip. In an hour’s drive from Kalamata Airport (KAT) you can find
What you see is what you pay. Transparent pricing, no surprises at the desk.
Share the wheel! One additional driver is included in every rental at no extra cost.
Drive with confidence. Our entire fleet is maintained by certified technicians at our official BMW Workshop.
Step off the plane and into your car. We deliver directly to Kalamata Airport.
From the winding roads of the Mani to the beachside villages of Stoupa, every destination calls for the right vehicle. Browse our Economy, Automatic, Family – SUV, and Premium BMW categories — all maintained to BMW Authorized Service standards.
Select from our meticulously maintained fleet based on your travel needs.
Perfect for: Couples and short city trips around Kalamata.
Perfect for: A relaxed, effortless drive across the Peloponnese.
Perfect for: Extra space, safety, and exploring the mountains of Mani.
Perfect for: Luxury, business trips, or visiting Costa Navarino.
from €20/day
from €25/day
from €35/day
from €40/day
40 years of BMW Authorized Service expertise mean every vehicle in our fleet is maintained to a standard your journey deserves. Zero hidden fees, a complimentary second driver, and a personal Meet & Greet at Kalamata Airport (KLX) — Servin Car Rentals delivers the full package.
Unlike global aggregators, we are a passionate local company with over 40 years of history in the automotive industry as an Authorized BMW Repairer.
When you rent with Servin Kalamatas, you are not just getting a set of keys. You are getting top-tier mechanical reliability, insider local tips for your road trips to Stoupa, Pylos, or Kyparissia, and 24/7 dedicated support.
Travelers from across Europe choose Servin Car Rentals for their Messinian road trips. Read their stories and see how our BMW Authorized Service standard turns a simple car rental into a seamless experience.
Rating
Excellent BMW service, competent staff, fast and efficient Highly recommended
Reliable car and excellent service We rented an Opel Mokka from Servin Car Rentals for two weeks and were completely satisfied. The car was in very good condition, clean and didn’t give us any problems throughout the trip. Perfect for getting around the Peloponnese. The team was very helpful from start to finish. The whole process was easy and stress-free. Highly recommended we would definitely rent from them again.
We had a very good experience with this excellent local firm. Their prices are good with no deposit required. Our hire car was scraped while we were parked and the driver didn’t leave their details, however Nansy was very sympathetic and charged a reasonable amount to cover the repairs. They also let us stay in the company’s air conditioned office after returning the car as it was a long wait until our flight. Highly recommend and will definitely be using them again!
I had a fantastic experience renting a very nice Hyundai Kona at Servin. Pick up and delivery at Kalamata airport was excellent and very smooth. Also big thanks to Nansy for being very responsive and helpfull over email. All in all a 5 star experience, would recommend!
Punctual delivery and return of the car. Clean car with low mileage, practically new.
Reliable, accurately performing company. I rented two cars, both were clean and in good condition. They communicate well, Nansy is a professional organizer. It is much better to rent from them than from intermediaries or international companies, who are becoming increasingly cumbersome and often messy. I highly recommend them.
Everything went perfectly. Delivery and pickup from Kalamata airport also went smoothly.
The best car rental company of all time, from enquiry to return. Just the best experience. Nansy and the team saved me after my flight got cancelled, staying in contact with me until late and working to my needs. Honestly wish they existed everywhere so I can use their services again! Servin Cars and only them!
We rented a small car for 7 days. They picked us up at the airport and we delivered the car to the airport. All the process was so smooth and on time. Nansy was on the other side of phone whenever we needed something. It was the best car rental experience. The car was Citroen c1, 55k km, Bluetooth and usb player and functional a/c. We loved the car. We could fit one big one small bag and one backpack in the trunk.
Excellent experience with Servin Car Rentals! Communication from the start was quick and clear, pickup and drop-off were done within minutes without any hassle. The car was clean and in excellent condition, and the charges were exactly what we agreed on — no hidden charges. The staff was extremely polite and helpful. Unreservedly 5 stars!
Very pleased with the workshop! I had a major problem with the car and they looked to cover me even though the car was out of warranty, talking to BMW headquarters. Also at the service, they were helpful and polite and helped me not to do unnecessary things.
This car rental company was very responsive and attentive to our needs, with no complications whatsoever (no deposit held). They delivered the vehicle to our location at Kalamata Marina and we returned it to the airport. Kudos for their flexibility!
Everything was flexible and smooth. Nansy was helpful and patient from the first minute, she answered all our questions willingly. We picked up the car at the airport and returned it there. Nansy was waiting for us there, showed us everything, we even took photos of the small defects. We got a clean, technically reliable car. You didn't need a credit card to rent it, you can pay by bank transfer or cash. I highly recommend it!
I will miss pegeot 208. I totally recomand the car, the company the easy renting way. Totally recomanding for Koroni- Kalamata-Pilos area.
I warmly recommend this car rental company, not just because they are a local.company, but because they offer a much better service than many of the big chains. I don"t remember ever having such a positive experience with a car rental company. They replied fast to my emails and the whole picking up/returning process was hassle free. The staff is very friendly in a genuine manner. On top of it, we had a really nice car at a very competitive price, much better than the offer was at the in terminal rental.companies. In conclusion: 1 good service, friendly staff 2. Good price, big saving 3. Great car. I rarely write reviews unless the service is exceptional and this company deserves a big thumbs up.
Perfect rental: on-time check-in and check-out. Car exactly as requested. Thank you!
Great friendly service. Nice clean and maintained cars. Thorough joint check of check of the car on arrival. All good.
I have used Servin Car Rentals twice in the last couple of years- every time the quality of the car and customer service has been excellent. Special mention to Nansy who was very helpful from beginning to end of the car hire process. Will definitely use Servin in the future.
Excellent car rental experience! The staff were incredibly friendly, and the whole process was quick, easy, and hassle free. Everything went smoothly from start to finish. We highly recommend this company!
Fantastic service from the initial email all the way through the rental process. Super smooth collection at the airport and dropping off at the airport. Very good car, absolutely no problems at all with it. Great price and service from an honest and reputable company! Would highly recommend! Efcharisto poli to Nansy and the team! See you next year.!
From picking up the car at the airport to returning it, everything was perfect! The child seat we rented was in excellent condition and of very good quality. Finally, Ms. Nancy Bougioukou always responded quickly to our emails and was very helpful. I highly recommend them! 😊
A brilliant service - good price , excellent communication from booking to picking up and dropping off the car - easy pick up and drop off at the airport car park . Nansy was great . I would recommend .
A great experience from start to finish. Nansy answered all our questions and was very quick to respond via email. Pick up and return at Kalamata airport was very easy...timely, efficient and very friendly. The car was a little Fiat Panda which was all we needed. It was in very good condition and economical. We chose to pay in cash which kept things simple though alternative methods were possible I think. I wouldn't hesitate to use Servin Car Rentals again and would recommend them to anyone visiting the Mani peninsula.
Having found this excellent Car Hire provider several years ago I would always recommend them for their fast efficient and polite and friendly service They always reply promptly to any query the cars are always very clean and well serviced and are in excellent condition
Excellent, personalized service. Pick up and drop off anywhere in Kalamata. Great selection of vehicles. Highly recommend!
The rental experience was smooth and hassle-free from start to finish. The reservation process was quick and efficient, and the return was just as easy. The car (Kia Picanto) was delivered directly at the airport—low mileage, clean, and very well maintained. One big plus: no credit card or deposit required, and payment could be made via debit card, payment link, or bank transfer, which made things very convenient. Nancy was extremely helpful and accommodating throughout, making sure everything went seamlessly. I would definitely rent from them again!
Very professional service, clear communication and reliable work. The team explained everything in detail and delivered exactly what was agreed. Highly recommended.
Always a pleasure dealing with Nansy of Servin for our car hire who makes everything very easy. Collect and return to the airport car park. Excellent service and quality of the cars, highly recommended.
I have rented from this company several times now and every time it was absolutely perfect. From the pick-up at the airport to the return of the car not the slightest problems whatsoever. Best value for money above of the excellent service. Polite, friendly and helpful staff. This year I was late with my booking but somehow they managed to provide a small car in the end, as I do not need a big one as a solo traveller. Would highly recommend Servin Kalamatas - and Servin Kalamatas please keep in mind that hopefully I will come again next September.
This was my second time booking a car with Servin Kalamata's BMW at very fair prices, and I was delighted once again: you're picked up right at the airport exit, the car is ready and waiting, and the staff are extremely friendly. Both times the cars were very well maintained, and the return process was quick and easy. Highly recommended.
The rental process was incredibly smooth and the car was clean and reliable. What really stood out was the service from Nansy. She was so wonderfully kind and cooperative during both pickup and return, making the whole experience pleasant and stress-free. Great customer service!
I couldn't be happier with my rental experience. The booking and pickup process was completely hassle-free. The vehicle itself was spotless and in great condition, running smoothly for the entire trip. Excellent customer service from Nansy, she was so friendly and cooperative, making both the beginning and end of my rental a breeze. We will definitely be using Servin again!
At first we were a little wary of the booking procedure as it was completely different from any other car hire company we had used but as all the checks were done before we left home the pick up and drop off were very straightforward and took less than five minutes including the walk round of the car. Servin met us at Kalamata bus station with the car right on time and they met us at the airport at the end of the hire to pick the car up from us, again right on time! It was a full to full fuel policy which we much prefer, opposed to tryng to guess how much fuel is needed. Also a second driver was included and the price was the cheapest around at the time of booking!
Everything went perfectly! The return was quick and easy. Communication was also excellent. Highly recommended 🙂
Absolutely fabulous service. Nansy greeted us at the airport with a friendly smile and warmth . Drop off the same. Very reasonably priced and good sized car Couldnt recommend them enough. Will be using again next yr xx
Super service and smooth and stress-free car hire. Thank you Nansy and team-we will definitely use you again in the future!
Super happy with the service and customer care at Servin Kalamata’s BMW. They provided exactly what I requested, and both the pickup and drop-off of my Kia Picanto after 4 weeks were smooth and friendly. Great people, affordable prices—highly recommend! Gunilla
Very good and reliable car service. At Kalamata airport, someone was already waiting for us at the exit with a sign. Communication with Nansy was excellent and very pleasant. On the return journey, she was ready again at the agreed time. Very good prices for renting a car. Definitely recommended if you want to rent a car in the region! Thank you so much!
The rental car was delivered at Kalamara Airport as agreed. It was perfectly arranged; the Citroën C3 was ready as soon as we had our suitcases, so we could just hop in and drive away. The staff member who delivered the car was also friendly. The Citroën C3 drove well, and we had a great time during our vacation. Returning it after arriving at the airport also went smoothly. Contact with Nansy beforehand was also smooth and friendly. In short, highly recommended!
Impeccable service in 15+ services, regular and emergency, very reasonable prices, impeccable times, technical expertise in detail, easy access
Everything you need to know before booking your car in Messinia.
Yes — Servin Car Rentals offers a full Meet & Greet service directly at Kalamata International Airport (KLX). Once your flight lands, our representative meets you at the arrivals hall with your rental vehicle ready and all paperwork completed on the spot. There is no need to travel to a city office, take a shuttle bus, or wait in line. Your vehicle is parked at the airport, inspected, and prepared to the BMW Authorized Service standard we apply to every car in our fleet. At Servin Car Rentals, airport pickup is a standard, included service — not an upgrade.
Yes! We offer a seamless "Meet & Greet" service at Kalamata Airport (KLX). We monitor your flight, and our representative will be waiting for you upon arrival, so you can skip the bus queues and start your holidays instantly.
EU licence holders do not require an International Driving Permit (IDP) to rent a car in Greece. Tourists from countries outside the EU — including the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom — should carry an IDP alongside their national licence, as Greek law may require it for both police verification and rental purposes. Japanese and Swiss licence holders are generally accepted without an IDP. We recommend checking with your country's motoring authority before travel. At Servin Car Rentals, our team is happy to advise on documentation requirements when you make your reservation.
Absolutely not. Our pricing is 100% transparent. The price you book is the price you pay. Furthermore, we include one (1) additional driver completely free of charge!
The minimum age is 23 years old, provided you have held a valid driver’s license for at least 2 years.
To make things simple and fair, we generally operate on a "Same to Same" or "Full to Full" fuel policy. You return the car with the same amount of fuel it had when you picked it up.
The Mani Peninsula and the wider Messinia region include a mix of paved roads and unsurfaced tracks leading to remote beaches and mountain villages. Our standard fleet — Economy, Automatic, Family - SUVs and Premium— is well suited to the paved road network across the Mani, Stoupa, and Kardamyli area. For rougher terrain, we recommend selecting an SUV from our fleet. At Servin Car Rentals, our team will advise you on the best vehicle choice for your planned itinerary when you book.
Taking a rental car onto a Greek island ferry requires prior approval, as ferry travel introduces additional risk factors related to vehicle transport across open water. Some rental agreements restrict cross-sea travel, particularly to island destinations. If your itinerary includes travel to a Greek island — such as Kythira, accessible from the Peloponnese — please discuss this with us at the time of booking. At Servin Car Rentals, we assess each request individually and provide clear written confirmation of what is and is not permitted under your rental agreement, with no surprises.
Yes — infant car seats, forward-facing child seats, and booster seats are available to add to any reservation. Greek law requires children up to 135 cm in height or under 12 years of age to use an appropriate child restraint system. We recommend requesting child seats at the time of booking to guarantee availability, particularly during peak summer months. All seats in our fleet are regularly cleaned and safety-checked to the highest standards. At Servin Car Rentals, child seat pricing is confirmed transparently during the booking process, with no surprise charges at pickup.
Local tips, road trip guides, and everything you need to know for an unforgettable Greek vacation.
Messenia is one of the most exciting regions in Europe for a road trip. In an hour’s drive from Kalamata Airport (KAT) you can find
At Servin Car Rentals we often say: anyone can rent
The Comfort Difference: Although manual transmissions are the norm, more
