Elektra Rent a Car Service
Visitors say
I used the Electra taxi service and I am very satisfied with the service I got. Highly recommended!
Very kind people and very fair business...You can go there peace in mind!
About
Elektra Rent a Car Service is a local vehicle rental operation based near the charming village of Petra, on the northwestern coast of Lesvos. For visitors looking to explore the island at their own pace, having a reliable rental car is essential — Lesvos is a large island with a wealth of destinations spread across its varied landscapes, from the petrified forest in the southwest to the salt pans of Kalloni and the thermal springs dotted along its shores. A local provider like Elektra offers the kind of personal, attentive service that larger chain operators rarely match, with staff who know the island's roads and can offer practical advice on reaching off-the-beaten-path spots.
Basing yourself near Petra is an ideal starting point for touring the north of Lesvos, where medieval castles, traditional fishing villages, and sweeping views of the Aegean await. With your own wheels, you can set your own schedule — arriving at a quiet beach before the crowds, lingering over lunch in a hillside kafeneion, or catching the golden hour light over the Gulf of Kalloni. Elektra Rent a Car Service makes that freedom accessible, providing visitors with the mobility to experience Lesvos not just as a destination, but as a place to genuinely discover.
Before you go
What to expect
Picking up a car from Elektra puts you in the hands of people who genuinely know these roads. Staff can point you toward quiet bays, advise on the best approach to the petrified forest, or flag which mountain tracks are worth attempting. That local knowledge makes a real difference on an island this size.
Best time to visit
The rental season runs from April through October; book ahead if you are arriving in July or August when demand peaks.
How to get there
Petra sits on the northwest coast, roughly 40 kilometres from Mytilene — plan on about 50 minutes by car. The office is in or near the village, so you can collect your vehicle and head straight out to explore.
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Dugo Livingstone
August 2022
Very kind people and very fair business...You can go there peace in mind!
Dirk Ziegler
November 2021
Pickup and transport were good
jarno malmsten
February 2020
Maria Pagopouloy
October 2019
Fantastic taxi service, professional driver and on time!
joseph papadopoulos
October 2019
I used the Electra taxi service and I am very satisfied with the service I got. Highly recommended!
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