Car Hire in Universal, Paphos: A Short Drive From Our Shop
Universal is an area of Paphos, and it sits close to where CHMI Rentals is based. Wherever you are staying or living here, you are only a few minutes from our shop on Tombs of the Kings Avenue, which makes renting a car unusually easy. You can walk in, meet the team and drive away, or have the car brought to your door. This page explains how, what is nearby, and how to get the most from a car during your stay.
Why People in Universal Choose CHMI
- We are practically next door. Our shop is about 7 minutes (roughly 3 km) from Universal by car, open Monday to Saturday from 8am to 7pm.
- Delivery to your door, free of charge when you rent with us.
- A free ride to your hotel, apartment or home at the start of your rental. It is not only the shop.
- No credit card needed. You can pay in cash.
- 23 years of local knowledge, including the quiet times to drive into Kato Paphos.
Because the shop is so close, you can start or end a rental on almost any day. Some customers take a car for the whole stay, others only for the days they want to reach beaches and villages, and either way a short phone call is enough to set it up.
Delivery and Pick-Up in Universal
We deliver to Universal. When you rent with us, we can also take you straight to your hotel, villa or home, free of charge. It is not only the shop. Car delivery to hotels, villas and apartments here is free too, and we ask you to book 24 hours before. Because the shop is only a short drive away, same-week bookings are often easy to arrange, but please call us if your plans are last-minute.
Going further afield?
Outside our free delivery area, we can still deliver for an extra charge. Call the shop on +357 99 655104 for the price.
Choosing a Car for a Stay in Universal
| Your stay | Best choice | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Couple, mostly walking with a few day trips | Compact automatic | Easy parking near apartments and restaurants |
| Family with beach gear | SUV or crossover | Space for bags, buggies and shopping |
| A family with a lot of luggage | Nissan X-Trail | Our roomiest car, with a large boot |
| Winter stay of a month or more | Long-term rental | Lower monthly rate than paying by the day |
Directions and Distances From Universal
Universal is a short drive from our shop. By car it is about 7 minutes (roughly 3.1 km) between the two, along the Tombs of the Kings Avenue. The harbour and castle in Kato Paphos are a short drive from there, and the Tombs of the Kings archaeological site is close to our shop. Use the map below to see the shop, and the Get directions button if you would like to visit.
| From Universal | By car | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Our shop, Tombs of the Kings Avenue | About 7 minutes | Open Monday to Saturday, 8am to 7pm |
| Kato Paphos harbour | A short drive | See Kato Paphos |
| Chloraka and Kissonerga | A short drive | See Chloraka & Kissonerga |
| Paphos Airport | Around 25 minutes from our shop | Or arrange airport pickup |
Things to Do With a Car From Universal
- Tombs of the Kings and the archaeological park: close to our shop, and best in the morning before the heat.
- The harbour and castle at Kato Paphos: an easy evening drive, then park and walk.
- Coral Bay: north along the coast for a beach day. See Coral Bay.
- Petra tou Romiou: along the coast road east, the rock linked with Aphrodite.
- Hill villages: paved roads inland to cooler air and old stone villages, such as Tala.
Practical Tips
- Ask your accommodation about parking before you choose a larger car.
- Use public car parks in Kato Paphos on summer evenings and walk the last few minutes.
- Take the first drive slowly: Cyprus drives on the left.
- Return the car with the same fuel level; fuel is not refundable.
Before You Book
- You can pay in cash or by credit card, so a credit card is not required. See renting without a credit card.
- Your passport is left as security and returned with the car, as set out in our terms.
- Vehicles carry third-party insurance, and the renter is liable for damage or theft subject to the excess limits.
- Use paved roads only. Off-road driving, the Akamas region and Northern Cyprus are not permitted.
Book Your Universal Rental
Browse the fleet or call the shop on +357 99 655104. To see everywhere we serve, visit the Areas We Serve page.