Car Rental Barbados: Hire Cars & Rental Services - Rent a Car Today
Explore Barbados Car Rental Options for Your Island Adventure
Drive Barbados is a family-owned company that offers wide range of vehicles for “car rental Barbados” at the most competitive rates anywhere on the island.
You can choose to rent a mini Moke, Jimny soft top, economy compact sedans or 7 seater van for the whole family for car rentals in Barbados.
Exceptional? Yes. Personalised? Absolutely.
We offer free pick-up and drop-off to meet arriving clients at the airport locations, or deliver vehicles to hotels, villas, guest houses anywhere throughout the island. In addition, we provide friendly advice, maps of the island, and even directions to your chosen destination.
Choose Drive Barbados when you want to rent a car in Barbados and take advantage of our unlimited time and mileage, affordable hire rates as well as 17/7 hour roadside assistance (no 24 hours) Emergency Hours are between 6 am – 11 pm.
When looking for fleet of clean & well-maintained later model rental vehicles in Barbados, we’re here to help.
Vehicles Selection:
Below you’ll find the right hire vehicle according to your requirements.
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Travel Information
Flag
Barbados
Capital
Bridgetown
Language
English
Country code
+1 246
Currency
Bajan dollar (BBD)
Drive on
Left Side like you would in the UK.
Time Zone
UTC: -4
- Plan ahead of your travel, ensuring that car rental requirements are sorted before you arrive at Bridgetown Grantley Adams International Airport will get you to your destination on time and hassle free.
- We encourage all our valued clients who plan to visit Barbados for a while, take advantage of discounted rates for 1 week or 1 month long term car rentals by Drive Barbados.
- For long drives towards North and East of the island, or for coastal drive around Barbados, fill up on fuel before heading out sightseeing.
- What are the speed limits for driving in Barbados roads?
80 km/hr. Or 50 miles/hour on main highways
60 km/hr. Or 37 miles/hour in rural areas
40 km/hr. Or 20 miles/hour in City areas - Traffic rush hour on weekdays is from 6:30 to 8:30 am and from 4:30 to 5:30 pm.
- Always give way to vehicles approaching from the right of you at a roundabout
- Using a mobile phone whilest driving is strictly prohibited in Barbados.
- Last thing you would want is to get a parking fine. Look for the “P” sign when parking, or find a parking lot such as City Center Car Park at Bridgetown, Saint Michael (other major cities in Barbados (Speightstown Saint Peter, Oistins Christ Church, Bathsheba Saint Joseph) also have parking lots)).
- Seat Belts are required to be worn while driving in Barbados, both the driver and passengers. A child under 5 years of age will need a child seat when in a vehicle. Your trusted vehicle rental company Drive Barbados offers Child Car Seat Rentals in Barbados.
The price of unleaded (95 octanes) is around $1.50, with diesel a being little cheaper. You’ll find many petrol stations on the west and south coasts of the island.
The price of unleaded 95 octanes is around $1.50, with diesel a little cheaper. You’ll find many petrol stations on the west and south coasts, where the island is only 21 miles long.
There are three different fuel options for car rentals in Barbados.
- Customers may purchase a full tank of petrol at delivery and can be returned empty.
- Vehicles generally returned with a full gas tank, accompanied by the receipt, which testifies to fill the vehicle with fuel. Suppose you don’t deliver the automobile with a full tank. In that case, you’ll have to pay for its refilling, along with a US$12.50 fee administration charge.
- Another option is to pay a fixed price of US$30.00 on delivery for a quarter tank and return the rental empty. Talk with the rental car company about your choice before booking.
Petrol stations are plentiful in and around Bridgetown, along the main highways of the West and South Coasts, and in most small country towns in Barbados.
Most petrol stations are open round the clock and every day.
FAQs: Everything You Need to Know
Below are the most common questions and answers we get asked by our valued customers.
Simple truth about Barbados is the fact “there is so much to see and do here on the island. What better way to enjoy your holiday at your own pace and in one of our affordable rental vehicles.
Yes of course. All you need is few essentials just as you would hire a vehicle in your country of residence.
We strongly advice all our valued customers to arrange their car rental requirements before arriving at the Barbados airport (Grantley Adams International (BGI)).
Main reason for arranging your hire before you arrive is the fact, car leasing inside the airport itself is always more expensive, especially when you take in to account airport service fees and taxes. Avoid the unnecessary costs, choose Drive Barbados car rentals.
Upon arriving at the Bridgetown Grantley Adams International Airport, the passengers must first exit the arrival hall and the luggage area. Turn left. You’ll see car rental companies on each counter. Most of the brands that operate here are internationally known car rental companies with rental cars waiting near the rental cars centre. Alternately, you could make use of a car rental company (such as Drive Barbados) that allows you to rent a car outside the airport terminal that can offer vehicles at much cheaper rates, as well as provide you with a personalized service.
On average, car rental rate of an economy hatchback (US$) • $99 a day, $320 every week ($46 a day), $1153 every month ($43 a day)
The most booked car type is the Economy hatchback (Hyundai I10 or similar). The most booked SUV type is soft top Jimny jeep.
All major credit cards (Visa and Mastercard etc.) can be used to rent a car at Grantley Adams International Airport.
Unfortunately, most rental car agents in Bridgetown Airport do not accept cash as payment method.
Barbados is one of the Gems of the Caribbean. Being a popular tourist destination, picture-perfect-paradise, visitors come here to relax, rejuvenate and enjoy their holiday. Accordingly, it is a safe place for driving. Having said this, driving a motor vehicle demands your effort and vigilance as a road user to avoid undesired incidents or accidents.
Why Choose Drive Barbados for Your Business or Leisure Trip?
Car Rental Deal
- No hidden fees.
- SAVE UP TO 33 - 49% lower
than other brands. - Special offers all year round
Full Value with your rentals
- Additional driver
- 1/4 tank of fuel.
- A Child seat (accessible for over One-month car rentals).
- Visitors driver's license (valid license for two-months)
Guaranteed Satisfaction
- We provide value & excellent service for all our valued clients.
- Proven track record, 1000's of satisfied clients since year 2000
Navigate Barbados with Ease: Top Car Rental Locations We Serve
(Note: we provide one-way car rentals without any additional cost)
- Capital City Bridgetown car rentals
- St Lawrence Gap car rentals
- Oistins car rentals
- Speightstown car rentals
- Hastings car rentals
- Worthing car rentals
- Bridgetown Grantley Adams Airport car rentals
- Holetown car rentals
Near Barbados Airport locations we serve
The Villages at Coverley, Barbados.
Rent a Car at Bridgetown Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
Airport services
Location
Grantley Adams Intl Airport, located in Seawell, Christ Church.
Business Hours
9 AM– 6 PM Daily
Free pick-up service available at this location. To schedule a pick-up time, simply call our rental office.
This location allows you to return your rented vehicle after hours. Please do arrange for late returns during business hours.
Airport pick-up service is also available.
Directions from the Terminal
Once arriving customers exit customs and the baggage claim area, one of Drive Barbados rent a car representatives will meet you at the airport arrivals hall.
We are proud to be able to provide a personalised and hassle free car hire service for all our valued customers visiting our island ‘Barbados’.
Car Rental Policies to Consider Before You Rent
Drivers must carry an International drivers permit of the customer’s country of residence, along with a current government-mandated visitor’s permit which must be presented at the time of vehicle hire.
Elderly citizens 70+ years of age or over, must obtain a medical certificate from a local medical doctor.
Valid Passport, in addition, authorization amount on the major credit card for 500 USD and a credit card with available credit to the full cost of the hire must be presented at the time of pick-up.
Dependent upon the renter’s selection of protection products such as insurance, collision coverage.
Authorization amount is required in case of any unfortunate event such as damage to the vehicle, traffic fines incurred, or late charges according to hire terms.
A verification in person must occur for hire on a renter’s credit card.
All major credit cards (American Express, MasterCard, VISA logo, Discover) are accepted by Drive Barbados car hire company.
We also accept: Debit and or Check cards.
If you prefer to pay by cash, you can do so at all our locations for final payment.
Collision Damage Waiver – Theft Protection (CDW-TP) although optional is highly recommended.
Such coverage for-hire cars will cover all damage to an automobile or van without a deductible in after an auto crash should such unfortunate event occur.
The company provides coverage up to policy limits for car insurance coverage for local car rentals. TPL coverage is invalidated by the actions listed on your rental agreement.
This qualifies within the minimum financial responsibility limits – at no additional charge to you – as defined in the regulations governing motor vehicle financial responsibility laws.
All additional drivers must appear at the rental counter with the primary renter / credit card holder and can only be added to the contract at the pick up location.
The additional driver must also sign the rental agreement.
Please note that there might be an additional daily fee for having an extra driver. This waiver is limited to the terms and conditions listed on the rental agreement.
A rental car can be taken to one location and then dropped off at a different location at no additional cost. Unlike other car rental companies in Barbados, we do not charge a separate drop off fee.
We encourage all our valued customers to book their one-way car rental in advance, as vehicle availability may vary depending on date.
Minimum age requirement to rent a car is 21 years of age, and the maximum rental age is 80 years.
In addition, you need a driving experience of at least 2 years to rent one of our motor vehicles. Drivers aged 21 to 24 will pay the additional daily fee.
Option 1 – A free quarter prepay fuel is offered at the start of your hire, and return the vehicle with an empty petrol tank. No refunds for unused gas.
Option 2. Full. The renter received a full tank, and the renters returned empty. This is done upon request of the renter.
Pre paid gas is available at the same local fuel prices.
Option 2. Full. The renter received a full tank, and the renters returned empty. This is done upon request of the renter.
Pre paid gas is available at the same local fuel prices.
For inquiries, please reach out to Drive Barbados by phone at (246)-624-0702. We’re here to help with all your questions.
