Curacao is one of the few countries in the world without a legal blood-alcohol limit, which may incite others to relax and take chances with drinking and driving. If you are renting a car in Curacao, this practice is not recommended; it is always a smart move to have an additional driver to take the wheel if you have been drinking.
Once you rent a car in Curacao, be aware that it is illegal to make right turns at red traffic lights and stop signs; furthermore, you should be wary of driving outside the city at night because of poorly lit roads and areas where the absence of street signs is somewhat common, which can hamper GPS signals and make it difficult to navigate.
In the capital city of Willemstad, there are parking spaces with meters for parking your vehicle, but the rates are very high, about 28 ANG (15 USD) every 15m. The good thing is that parking is free daily after 6:00 pm in the city. Also, there is a free parking lot in Waaigat that is open 24/7, if you prefer not to pay the metered rate.
For those wishing to explore the island of Curacao by car, try the Weg Naar Westpunt, which you can pick up west of Curacao International Airport and use to travel due north all the way up to Sabana Westpunt. This road is the main artery on the island, connecting north and central Curacao. If you wish to travel south towards Willemstad, you’ll have to use local roads to get there.
25% of our users found rental cars in Curaçao for C$ 45 or less
Book your rental car in Curaçao at least 3 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
Off-airport rental car locations in Curaçao are around 42% cheaper than airport locations on average
Mini rental cars in Curaçao are around 13% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Curaçao
On average a rental car in Curaçao costs C$ 73 per day.
Mini (Kia Picanto or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Curaçao.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Ace (C$ 43/day), Budget (C$ 45/day) and Avis (C$ 52/day).
Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Curaçao are Willemstad (93% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Curaçao), Otrobanda (3%) and Jan Thiel (2%).
On average a rental car in Curaçao costs C$ 350 per week (C$ 50 per day).
On average a rental car in Curaçao costs C$ 1,500 per month (C$ 50 per day).
If you rent a car in Curacao, you will drive on the right side of the road. Everyone riding in the car must wear a seatbelt, regardless of age; furthermore, it is illegal to drive with a child under 12 years old in the passenger seat. For tourists, a valid US driver’s license alone is sufficient to operate a rental car.
For most companies, you need to be at least 21 years old with 2 years of experience to rent a car in Curacao, though with some companies, like National, you have to be 23 or older (maximum age 70 with Sixt). Drivers under the age of 25 will incur a fee, which varies among companies and is based on the type of car selected; but if you are traveling with someone older who drives, then this fee can be avoided.
According to the most recent data on fuel prices in Curacao, the price for a liter of gasoline is about 2.05 ANG (1.08 USD); about 4.10 USD per gallon. Diesel sells for about 1.58 ANG (0.96 USD) per liter, and a gallon will cost about 3.66 USD. Gas stations are few and far between, so it’s a good idea to manage your fuel consumption and to fill up periodically.
In Curacao you are only allowed to drive at 45 km/h (about 28 mph) in heavily populated areas, but speeds up to 80 km/h (about 50 mph) are permitted in sparsely populated areas. Highway traffic must adhere to similar speed conditions unless otherwise indicated. There are no speed cameras currently in use; however, police are known to set speed traps, so stick to the limits.
The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for car rentals 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 rentals listed or dates of travel. Some car rental providers charge additional fees for other services (GPS, infant car seats, etc.). Please check the car rental providers' sites.