Fort-de-France is the heart of Martinique: its capital, its port, the natural starting point to explore the island. Spar'Car offers car rental in Fort-de-France — car hire, as many visitors call it: a local agency based in Le Lamentin, a few minutes from Fort-de-France, handing over your vehicle at the Port of Fort-de-France or at Aimé Césaire Airport, ready to go. No detour to a distant counter.
Renting a car in Fort-de-France with a local agency
Getting around Martinique from Fort-de-France calls for a car: public transport does not cover everything, and the island is best discovered behind the wheel. Spar'Car is a local agency, based in Le Lamentin, a few minutes from Fort-de-France. You deal with someone on the ground, not an anonymous counter, and we hand over the vehicle at the Port of Fort-de-France or at the airport, depending on how you arrive.
Arriving by plane? See our car rental at Martinique airport page instead: your car is waiting there when you land.
Where to collect your car in Fort-de-France
Spar'Car has two hand-over points: the Port of Fort-de-France and Aimé Césaire Airport (Le Lamentin). For an arrival by sea or a stay in the capital, the Port of Fort-de-France is the most convenient: hand-over there is available for an extra charge, while it is free at the airport. You give the point and time when booking, we prepare the car and carry out a quick check at hand-over. The return takes place at either point.
Exploring Martinique from Fort-de-France
From Fort-de-France, the whole island is within driving reach:
- North — through Schœlcher to Saint-Pierre and Mount Pelée, the green roads and the Caribbean coast.
- South — Les Trois-Îlets, Sainte-Anne and the southern beaches.
- Atlantic — the Caravelle peninsula and the east coast, from Le Robert to Le François.
Martinique's roads are hilly and sometimes winding: a comfortable, well-sized car makes these drives far more pleasant. Depending on your plans, a city car, an SUV or a 7-seater will not offer the same comfort — browse the models in our vehicle catalogue.
Which car to choose
- City car — to drive and park easily in Fort-de-France and the towns.
- SUV or crossover — comfortable on the northern and peninsula roads, a good family choice.
- 7-seater — for families and groups travelling together.
- Van / utility vehicle — for a move or equipment to carry.
Want an overview of the whole offer? See our car rental in Martinique page.
Book ahead
In the high tourist season (December to April), vehicles go fast. Booking your car hire in Fort-de-France in advance means securing the model you want at the quoted price. Off-season, early booking makes pick-up simpler and guarantees a vehicle ready in your name.
Arriving by cruise ship? We also hand cars over near the terminals: see our cruise port car rental page.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I collect the car in Fort-de-France?
At the Port of Fort-de-France, our hand-over point in the capital (for an extra charge), or at Aimé Césaire Airport (Le Lamentin), where hand-over is free. The point is chosen when booking.
Is mileage limited?
No. Mileage is unlimited: drive as much as you like across the island, at no extra cost.
Does Spar'Car have an office in Fort-de-France?
Our office is in Le Lamentin, a few minutes from Fort-de-France, and we hand over vehicles at the Port of Fort-de-France.
I'm arriving by plane: should I use this page?
If you arrive by air, see our dedicated page for car rental at Martinique airport: your car is waiting there when you land.
What is the minimum age to rent?
The driver must be at least 18 years old with a licence held for one year; under 23, or with less than 3 years of licence, a young-driver surcharge applies. We do not rent to drivers under this age.
What deposit and documents do I need to rent?
A valid driving licence and a piece of ID. For the deposit, you choose: a credit-card pre-authorisation or a Swikly deposit — both are possible.