Saint Maarten Cheap Car Rentals - SXM

Avis, Thrifty, Budget, Ace Rent a Car, Sidro and St Maarten Car Rentals all operate with multiple pick and drop off locations in town and at St Maarten Princess Juliana Airport. It is a good idea to book ahead. Rates generally begin at around $25 – 40US per day, slightly more for larger vehicles and SUV’s. Small, economy sized vehicles are the popular choice in St Maarten for their ease of use and affordability.

While the terrain in St Maarten is quite mountainous, road infrastructure is superior compared to other parts of the region, and driving around is a relative breeze. The island roads are easy to navigate and traffic is rarely a problem. The main thing to keep an eye on is roaming livestock, which can often blocks up thoroughfares – around these parts, the animals have right of way. Driving in St Maarten is on the right hand side of the road, and traffic conventions are much the same as Western countries, with traffic signs and directions in Dutch, French and English.

A valid driver’s license from your home country is all that is required to rent a car in St Maarten, and be sure to check the insurance coverage with your hire package. While St Maarten is a relatively safe and hazard free are to drive around, it’s always a good idea to be covered for anything unexpected. Most hotels and accommodations offer parking in and around the town center.