Garage Autonet
Saint-Jean's full-service garage and Kia dealer keeping St Barth's twisty roads under control.
Why Go
Fifteen years in, Autonet has become the island's quiet workhorse — the outfit locals call when a rental mini-moke throws a warning light between Gustavia and Grand Cul-de-Sac.
The Experience
Tucked opposite Villa Créole in Saint-Jean, just minutes from Rémy de Haenen airport, Autonet is a proper automotive one-stop rather than a slick tourist counter. It's the official Kia dealership for Saint-Barthélemy, but the workshop happily handles every make on the island — the Suzuki Jimnys, Mini Mokes, Fiat 500s and Jeep Wranglers that make up most of St Barth's rental fleet included. Expect a working garage vibe: mechanics on the geometry rig, a body-and-paint bay out back, a detailing corner, and a small showroom with new and pre-owned stock. Their fleet-management program quietly powers many of the island's villas and hotels, which is why concierges tend to have Autonet's number saved. With a 4.9-star reputation across 250+ reviews and more than 3,000 clients served, they're the closest thing St Barth has to a trusted family garage.
What to Try
If you're renting a car for the week, ask about their long-term leasing (LLD) options — genuinely useful for a two-week stay or a repeat visitor who'd rather have a dedicated vehicle waiting at the airport than roll the dice with high-season rental scarcity. For a quick job during your trip, they'll tackle tire mounting, 3D wheel alignment, a hand wash and detail, or a mechanical once-over on almost any vehicle. Their mobile app lets you book a slot and track the work in real time — a small mercy when you're on island time.
Insider Tip
Program +590 590 52 34 09 into your phone before you leave the airport parking lot. Autonet runs 24/7 roadside assistance and is certified by every major insurer on the island, so if a rental agency's after-hours line goes dark on a Sunday, they're the operator most likely to actually roll a truck to you — especially useful on the steep grades down to Colombier or Gouverneur.
The Practical Stuff
Location: D209, opposite Villa Créole, Saint-Jean, 97133 Saint-Barthélemy — a two-minute drive from Rémy de Haenen airport. Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00–18:00, Saturday 8:00–12:00, closed Sunday. Emergency roadside assistance 24/7. Phone: +590 590 52 34 09. Email: contact@autonet-sbh.com. Payment via card or bank transfer; French/English spoken. Parking on site.
Pair It With
- Aéroport de Saint-Barthélemy / Rémy de Haenen Airport — Autonet sits a two-minute drive from the runway, making it the natural first (or last) stop for arriving renters and departing returns.
- A fleur de peau - St Barth — A Saint-Jean neighbor — knock out a car service and a beach-ready wardrobe refresh in one loop through the village.
- 1493 Lodges St Barth — If you're staying up in Colombier, Autonet's 24/7 assistance is the reassurance you want before tackling those cliffside switchbacks.
- Abyss Restaurant — A convenient Saint-Jean lunch stop while your car is in for a wash, detail, or quick service.
