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Renting a car is the easiest way to explore both the Dutch and French sides of St. Maarten / St. Martin. Here are rental companies we have checked, from locally owned firms to international brands, with pickup options, age and deposit rules, and maps.
Leisure Car Rental
Leisure Car Rental is a locally owned St. Maarten rental company with its main office on Airport Road, just outside Princess Juliana International Airport. It is popular with visitors who want an island-based team rather than a call centre, and it can hand over cars at either airport or at your hotel.
Contact details, map & tips →Enterprise Rent-A-Car St. Maarten (Simpson Bay)
Enterprise runs a branch on Airport Road in Simpson Bay, a few minutes from Princess Juliana International Airport, plus a counter at the airport itself. It suits travellers who prefer an international brand with standard rental rules and online booking.
Contact details, map & tips →Tips for choosing car rentals in St. Maarten
- Traffic drives on the right on both the Dutch and French sides of the island.
- Book early for the December to April high season, when cars can sell out.
- Compare deposit rules: some local firms accept cash deposits, while international brands usually need a credit card in the main driver’s name.
- Check where you can collect the car. Some companies deliver to your hotel or to Grand Case airport on the French side.
- Allow extra time around Simpson Bay and Philipsburg at rush hour and on busy cruise days, especially when heading to the airport.
Last checked: November 2026. Listings are free and not paid placements.