KAYAK’s insights & trends for St. Maarten car hire
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in St. Maarten with confidence.
How far in advance should you book car hire in St. Maarten?
You should book your car hire in St. Maarten around 89 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in St. Maarten?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car (R225/day), Rev'Car SXM (R272/day), and MEXRENTACAR (R276/day).
What is the most popular car to hire in St. Maarten?
Hires in the SUV category (Class Premium SUV or similar) are the most popular option in St. Maarten, costing R1 398/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as R407/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in St. Maarten?
The cheapest month to hire a car in St. Maarten is October at an average cost of R358/day. February is the most expensive month to hire a car in St. Maarten when prices are R700/day on average, which tends to be 31% above the yearly average hire price for St. Maarten.
Which car hire company in St. Maarten has the most locations?
Avis operates 2 locations in St. Maarten, more than any other car hire company.
St. Maarten car hire price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right car hire in St. Maarten by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
4x4
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
R320 - R651
All Car Types
R997 - R1 682
How much does it cost to hire a small car in St. Maarten?
How much does it cost to hire a medium car in St. Maarten?
How much does it cost to hire a large car in St. Maarten?
How much does it cost to hire an SUV in St. Maarten?
How much does it cost to hire a van in St. Maarten?
How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in St. Maarten?
How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in St. Maarten?
How much does it cost to hire a convertible in St. Maarten?
Small car hire in St. Maarten typically costs around R463 per day. The best time to book is October, when prices average R320 per day, which is about 31% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 64% cheaper than the average car hire in St. Maarten, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.
Medium car hire in St. Maarten typically costs around R755 per day. The best time to book is June, when prices average R472 per day, which is about 38% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 40% cheaper than the average car hire in St. Maarten, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car hire in St. Maarten typically cost around R989 per day. The best time to book is August, when prices average R683 per day, which is about 31% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 22% cheaper than the average car hire in St. Maarten, offering more comfort for longer trips at a reasonable price.
SUV hire in St. Maarten typically costs around R1 429 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average R1 128 per day, which is about 22% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 13% more expensive than the average car hire in St. Maarten but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.
Van hire in St. Maarten typically costs around R1 861 per day. The best time to book is October, when prices average R1 359 per day, which is about 27% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 33% more expensive than the average car hire in St. Maarten but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck hire in St. Maarten typically costs around R1 696 per day. The best time to book is October, when prices average R830 per day, which is about 52% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are typically 26% more expensive than the average car hire in St. Maarten but are ideal for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car hire in St. Maarten typically costs around R1 595 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average R1 050 per day, which is about 35% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 22% more expensive than the average car hire in St. Maarten but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible hire in St. Maarten typically costs around R2 753 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average R1 693 per day, which is about 39% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 55% more expensive than the average car hire in St. Maarten but are perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
Good to know
Most popular car type
Small
Top tips for hiring a car in St. Maarten
Although there is a bus service on the island, this is quite slow and irregular, meaning that driving is the best way to explore. To avoid high costs and dependence on taxis, most people are advised to rent a car on Sint Maarten. Popular places best accessed by rental car include Loterie Farm, the foodie destination Grand Case, and the Simpson Bay area.
If you choose to rent a car in Sint Maarten, you may find a compact car best suited for touring the island: roads can be very narrow and parking lots tight, particularly in the small town centers like Philipsburg. However, in the hillier areas of the island, drivers may be faced with very steep inclines; for a trip involving lots of terrain like this, a larger car with a manual transmission may be more suitable.
Children under the age of five must be placed in a suitable restraint system in the back seat of a car when traveling in Sint Maarten. Rental agencies are usually able to provide baby and child seats when booked in advance; for example, Avis charges 15 ANG (8 USD) per day for the service.
Drivers who rent a car in Sint Maarten may travel to the French side of the island, St. Martin, without any problem, but they should be aware that different road rules apply. Speed traps and police checks are far more common on the French side, speed limits are generally higher (up to 90 km/h [55 mph] on highways), and petrol prices are charged in euros. Driving is on the right side on both sides of the island.
Small hire cars in St. Maarten are around 17% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in St. Maarten
How can I find car hires near me in St. Maarten?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
What is driving like in St. Maarten?
Most drivers accustomed to roads in Europe or North America will not have a problem negotiating Sint Maarten by car. Although roads can be narrow and unsigned, speed bumps are common, traffic is generally not congested, and drivers are courteous. It is important to note that traffic coming from the right has the right of way and that pedestrians always have the right of way when crossing the road, even when a car is exiting a roundabout.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in St. Maarten?
To rent a car in Sint Maarten, drivers should be a minimum of 21 years old and hold a valid domestic driving license from their country of residence. An International Driver’s Permit (IDP) is also mandatory on the island, even though some agencies don’t ask for this. Some rental agencies, such as Alamo, require drivers to be 25 years old, while others, such as Europcar, charge a young driver’s fee of 18.75 ANG (10 USD) per day for drivers age 18 to 23.
How much does petrol cost in St. Maarten?
Petrol stations are easy to find on Sint Maarten, which is not too large and has plenty of fueling opportunities, some of which are open 24h a day. Many stations have an attendant, and most stations allow payment with a credit card. Expect to pay around 1.9 ANG (1.00 USD) for a liter of petrol and 1.7 ANG (0.9 USD) for a liter of diesel. Per gallon, this is 3.79 USD for regular petrol and 3.40 USD for diesel.
What are the speed limits in St. Maarten?
Speed limits are quite simple in Sint Maarten, with a general limit of 40 km/h (24 mph) in urban areas and 60 km/h (37 mph) in rural areas. Highways have a limit of 80 km/h (50 mph), although these are very short stretches of road, so in practice, such speeds are rarely reached.
Car hire directory
Hertz car hire locations in St. Maarten
8 Locations
Right Cars car hire locations in St. Maarten
3 Locations
Final Rentals car hire locations in St. Maarten
3 Locations
CarWiz car hire locations in St. Maarten
3 Locations
DISCOUNT.QUEBEC car hire locations in St. Maarten
3 Locations
Sax Car Rental car hire locations in St. Maarten
3 Locations
Autounion Car Rental car hire locations in St. Maarten
3 Locations
Sunnycars car hire locations in St. Maarten
3 Locations
Prestige Value Car Rental car hire locations in St. Maarten
The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for hire cars for the class listed and were found by KAYAK users in the last 48 hours. Offers are subject to change and may not be available on all car hires listed or dates of travel. Some hire car providers charge additional fees for other services (GPS, infant car seats, etc.). Please check the website of the respective hire car provider.
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