Car Hire in Oranjestad Center

Oranjestad is Aruba's colorful capital with 3 car rental companies in the city center, perfect for starting your island exploration. From here, you can reach Eagle Beach about 5 km to the north and Queen Beatrix Airport just 3 km to the south. The Dutch-Caribbean architecture city combines convenient car rental with shopping and restaurants.

Oranjestad city center is characterized by colorful Dutch colonial houses along Wilhelminastraat and Nassaustraat. Traditional street parking is available along the waterfront promenade L.G. Smith Boulevard but fills quickly during daytime.

Local food markets and authentic Papiamento cuisine can be found a few blocks inland from the tourist areas. Park your car in the center and explore Oranjestad on foot – the city is compact and easy to walk around in 30 minutes. Then drive north along the coast to visit Eagle Beach and Palm Beach on the same day.

Visit Fort Zoutman (1796) – Aruba's oldest building – just 500 meters from the center. How many car rental companies are in Oranjestad city center? There are 3 car rental companies in Oranjestad city center.

For more options, you can also check the airport, which is just 3 km to the south with 12 companies. Is it easy to park in Oranjestad city center? Parking is available along L.G.

Smith Boulevard and at several parking lots in the center. It's free but spaces fill up quickly during daytime. Avoid parking near the cruise terminal during ship arrivals.

Which attractions can I easily reach from Oranjestad? Eagle Beach is 5 km north (10 min), California Lighthouse 18 km (25 min), Arikok National Park 22 km (30 min), and Casibari Rock Formations 12 km (20 min) – all easily accessible by rental car.

We compare prices from all major providers at Oranjestad Center so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.