curacao knowhow

Renting a car in Curaçao

You need a car to see the west coast — the good beaches are 40 minutes out and the bus won't take you. The aggregators only list the international chains, so the local operators below are largely invisible unless you know their names.

Before you book

What does the rental insurance not cover?

Collision damage waivers here typically exclude tyres, windows, mirrors, the undercarriage, the roof, the interior and the keys. The gravel access roads to the west-coast beaches are exactly where those get damaged.

reported. From a single dated source. Plausible, but not confirmed at the operator. Last checked 28 Jul 2026.

Can I drive on my home licence?

Yes. A valid licence from your home country in the Latin alphabet is accepted, and no International Driving Permit is required.

reported. From a single dated source. Plausible, but not confirmed at the operator. Last checked 28 Jul 2026.

Do I need a credit card to rent a car?

Generally yes — a credit card in the main driver's name is required for the deposit, which is blocked rather than charged. Holds reported from a few hundred dollars upward; one operator publishes a USD 500 hold.

reported. From a single dated source. Plausible, but not confirmed at the operator. Last checked 28 Jul 2026.

How old do I need to be to rent a car?

Most operators set a minimum of 23. Some rent to drivers aged 21 or 22 with a young-driver surcharge and mandatory all-risk cover.

reported. From a single dated source. Plausible, but not confirmed at the operator. Last checked 28 Jul 2026.

Local operators (13)

Everything below each name is the operator's own marketing, not something we've confirmed. We label it as a claim until we've checked it. Operators whose details we haven't confirmed at their own site yet aren't listed — the database holds two dozen more waiting on that check.

2 Rent Curaçao

Claims airport pickupClaims hotel deliveryClaims unlimited mileageMin age 18

Claims free airport and holiday-address delivery and pick-up, unlimited mileage, free additional drivers, third-party insurance included, 24/7 support, and no hidden costs beyond 9% sales tax; 5% fee on credit card payments

Deposit: Deposit of EUR 300 to EUR 500 depending on the car model, due upon receipt of the car in Curaçao; refunded on the spot at return if the car is full-tanked, clean and undamaged

Site states minimum age 18; higher age requirements may apply for certain premium and specialty cars

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3D Car Rental

Claims airport pickup

Claims free pickup and drop-off at Curaçao International Airport, cars from USD 45/day with taxes and basic insurance included, no hidden fees, all-risk insurance on request, 24/7 service, free car replacement, and free cancellation up to 2 days before pickup

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Advance Car Rental Curaçao

Claims airport pickupClaims hotel deliveryClaims unlimited mileageMin age 23

Claims the lowest prices in Curaçao, 24/7 availability, no hidden costs, free delivery to most areas, USD 20 airport pick-up/drop-off, free additional drivers and baby seats, unlimited mileage, and free replacement car on breakdown; states a credit card is not required

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Attached Car Rental

Claims airport pickupClaims hotel deliveryClaims unlimited mileageMin age 23

Claims free Hato airport pickup, free delivery and pickup anywhere on the island including hotels and Airbnbs, unlimited mileage on all cars, 24/7 support, no credit card needed, free cancellation up to 48 hours, and a 4-consecutive-day minimum rental period

Deposit: Deposit required for all vehicles; the amount depends on the car model and is shown on each car page — no figure published

Site conflicts with itself: FAQ says you can rent 'if you are 21 years or older', while rental conditions say 'Driver must be 23 years or older' and 'Drivers under 23 must take all-risk insurance'

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Bo Car Rental

Claims airport pickupClaims hotel deliveryClaims unlimited mileageMin age 23

Claims cars from USD 29/day with full insurance, unlimited kilometres, roadside assistance and second driver included, free pick-ups, delivery anywhere on the island including hotels and the Megapier cruise terminal, and 20 years of experience

Deposit: Deposit required, amount not published; can be paid in cash or, if paid by credit card, taken as an authorization hold only deducted in case of an accident

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Boric Car Rental

Claims airport pickupMin age 23

Claims 20+ years of trusted service, 150+ vehicles, free airport shuttle to its office near Hato, free cancellation with pay at pickup, and 24/7 roadside assistance

Deposit: Standard deposit USD 500; USD 572 for ages 23-25; USD 1,000 if declining their insurance. Payable in cash or authorized on a credit card; cash deposits returned immediately, card authorizations released in 7-14 business days.

No extra fees for renters younger than 25, but the security deposit is increased to USD 572 for ages 23-25.

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Flex Car Rental

Claims airport pickupClaims hotel deliveryClaims unlimited mileageMin age 21

Claims free airport pickup, island-wide delivery to hotels and vacation rentals at no extra cost, unlimited mileage, 24/7 support, price match guarantee, and reserve-now-pay-on-arrival with no upfront payment

Deposit: USD 500 refundable security deposit, payable by credit card or cash, returned after the car is returned in good condition

Site states renters must be 21-70 years old; if under 25 or over 70, additional fees may apply

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GH Rent Car

Claims airport pickupMin age 21

Claims cheap car rental in Curaçao with brand-new cars and top-notch service; airport transfers at tiered rates from USD 50 for 1-2 day rentals down to complimentary for rentals of 5+ days; child seats available

Deposit: Deposit is $500 / €500 or Nafl. 1000, payable in cash or by credit card

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Just Drive Curaçao

Claims airport pickupClaims unlimited mileageMin age 23

Claims 24/7 service, full insurance and 9% tax included, airport pickup and drop-off 1 minute from the airport, unlimited mileage, and three World Travel Awards nominations; cash (USD/XCG) and cards accepted with a 5% card fee

Deposit: Site states a security deposit is NOT required; instead a USD 300 insurance deductible applies per accident, reducible to USD 0 with their paid '0-risk option'

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Prins Car Rental

Claims airport pickupMin age 23

Claims all-inclusive prices including all-risk insurance (CDW, USD 500 deductible), additional driver and 24/7 road service; airport shuttle costs an extra USD 25 (USD 10 drop-off only), the free hotel shuttle requires 3+ day rentals in Willemstad or 7+ days from Westpoint/Sandals/Jan Thiel, and it explicitly does not deliver cars on location

Deposit: Credit card hold of USD 500 required as security deposit regardless of insurance option chosen; credit cards are mandatory for the deposit (VISA and Mastercard; Amex on request only)

Minimum age 23 with a driver's license held at least 3 years; underage renters are asked to contact them directly

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Ross Rental Cars

Claims airport pickup

Claims 10% off for booking direct and 24/7 assistance; rental terms, deposit, mileage and age rules are not published on the site

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Smart Wheels

Claims airport pickupClaims hotel deliveryClaims unlimited mileageMin age 21

Claims no-deposit self-service rentals unlocked via smartphone app, unlimited mileage, economy cars from USD 52/day, five pickup locations including Hato Airport and the Mega Cruise Terminal, and vehicle delivery to partner resorts or elsewhere by WhatsApp arrangement

Deposit: States it does not charge a deposit at all — no deposit, no hold; a credit or debit card in the main driver's name is still required

Minimum age 21 with at least two years of driving experience

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Wheels 2 Go

Claims airport pickupClaims hotel deliveryClaims unlimited mileage

Claims free pick-up and drop-off at hotel, airport, cruise terminal or any island location, unlimited mileage, insurance and second driver included, no hidden fees, and a 100% refundable deposit; credit card payments carry a 5% fee

Deposit: USD 280 security deposit, stated as fully refundable if the vehicle is returned with full fuel, no damage, and on time

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International chains (10)

Each confirmed at the chain's own location page. Several share one desk: Enterprise, National and Alamo are the same franchise, as are the Avis Budget Group brands. Europcar isn't listed — its site shows no actual Curaçao branch.

Alamo

Counter in a separate building ~100 m from the passenger exit; lists four Curaçao locations; driving restricted to Curaçao; delivery/collection USD 35 each way.

Deposit: Their site states credit card only, with a USD 500 authorization hold; minimum age 23 with a daily surcharge for 23–24.

+599 9 839 1310

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Avis

Claims 24-hour drop-off and free pickup; airport counter at the Car Rental Plaza, open daily 07:15–23:00. Also lists Jan Thiel Beach, Otrobanda and Willemstad branches.

Deposit: Their site states CDW/LDW carries a minimum USD 500 deductible and declining coverage requires a USD 900 deposit.

(599) 9-839-1500

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Budget

Airport counter within the terminal, open daily 07:30–23:00; claims complimentary pick-up with 24 hours phone notice; states after-hours returns are not permitted.

(599)-9-839-1300

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Dollar

Lists Curaçao International Airport (Hato) plus desks at the Sunscape and Dreams resorts on dollar.com.

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Enterprise

Counter ~100 m from the terminal, open daily 08:00–21:00; no after-hours returns; driving restricted to Curaçao; delivery/collection USD 35 each way.

Deposit: Their site states credit card only, with a USD 500 authorization hold; minimum age 23.

+599 9 839 1310

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Hertz

Lists a desk at Hato International Airport plus three Willemstad locations (main office, Superclub Breezes, Marriott Beach Resort) on hertz.com.

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National

Counter in a separate building ~100 m from the passenger exit; claims one-way rentals without extra fees when booked ahead; delivery/collection USD 35 each way.

Deposit: Their site states credit card only, with a USD 500 authorization hold; minimum age 23.

+599 9 839 1310

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Payless

Airport counter at the Car Rental Plaza, on foot from baggage claim ('no shuttle required'), open daily 07:15–23:00; also lists a Willemstad branch.

5999-839-1500

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Sixt

Lists four Curaçao stations (Hato airport, Sunscape resort, Willemstad city centre, Jan Thiel Beach); claims the airport desk is in the arrival-hall car rental centre.

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Thrifty

Lists a Curaçao International Airport (Hato) location on thrifty.com.

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