Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Coolangatta Airport and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners — from compact campervans for 2, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexible booking, competitive prices and insurance included.
Coolangatta Airport, officially known as Gold Coast Airport (OOL), sits right on the border of Queensland and New South Wales, making it the only commercial airport in Australia that straddles two states. From here, the Pacific Motorway connects you to Brisbane, roughly 100 km to the north, while the coastal drive south to Byron Bay covers just 65 km of scenic road through beachside towns. The airport serves as a gateway to some of Australia's most celebrated coastal landscapes, including Burleigh Heads National Park, the Tweed Valley, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, and the towering natural rock formations at Point Danger. The Gold Coast hinterland, with its subtropical rainforests in Springbrook National Park and Lamington National Park, offers a striking contrast to the surf beaches just minutes from the terminal. Roads around Coolangatta are well-suited to campervans and motorhomes, with wide coastal highways and well-signposted routes into the hinterland. Whether you fancy a leisurely drive along the Gold Coast strip or a longer journey into the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, the area rewards exploration at a relaxed pace. With Yescapa, you can hire a campervan or motorhome directly from local owners near Coolangatta Airport, giving you the freedom to choose a vehicle that fits your plans — from compact campervans for couples to larger motorhomes for families — and set off on your adventure from the moment you land.
The region around Coolangatta Airport enjoys a subtropical climate, making it a year-round destination for campervan travel. September to November is ideal, with warm days and fewer crowds ahead of the summer holidays. The Bleach* Festival, held each March across Gold Coast venues, celebrates arts and culture and is well worth timing your trip around. The Cooly Rocks On festival in June draws vintage car and music enthusiasts to Coolangatta itself. Book through Yescapa during the quieter autumn and winter months to take advantage of competitive hire rates from local owners, and you will find campsites along the coast far easier to secure.
To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.
Head south from Coolangatta Airport along the coast through Kingscliff and Cabarita Beach before arriving in Byron Bay. This 130 km route is perfect for a campervan, with beachside stops and campsites dotted along the way. Do not miss the Cape Byron Lighthouse and the Tweed Regional Gallery.
From Coolangatta, drive inland to explore Springbrook National Park and Lamington National Park on this 180 km loop. The route winds through the Gold Coast hinterland with lookouts, waterfalls, and walking tracks. A compact campervan handles the narrower mountain roads well, and O'Reilly's Rainforest Retreat makes a great midway stop.
Travel south from Coolangatta Airport through Murwillumbah, Nimbin, and Lismore before looping back via the coast. This 350 km route takes you through the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, with its mix of farmland, rainforest, and creative towns. Motorhomes and campervans both suit this route, with plenty of powered sites available.
Head north from Coolangatta along the M1 through Brisbane and on to the Sunshine Coast, finishing in Noosa. This 400 km route passes through Mooloolaba and the Glasshouse Mountains. Campsites near Noosa National Park offer excellent facilities for motorhomes, and the coastal scenery is outstanding throughout.
This 600 km loop from Coolangatta Airport takes in Brisbane, the Scenic Rim, Toowoomba, and the Sunshine Coast before returning south. You will pass through Cunningham's Gap and the Darling Downs, with wide roads suited to larger motorhomes. Highlights include Queen Mary Falls and the Granite Belt wine region.
Drive south from Coolangatta Airport along the Pacific Highway through Ballina, Yamba, and Grafton to reach Coffs Harbour. At 750 km return, this route showcases the best of the NSW North Coast. A campervan gives you the flexibility to stop at places like Angourie and the Solitary Islands Marine Park along the way.
Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.
Discover
Find for a leisure vehicle near you or a destination idea according to your planned route, then specify the pick-up and return dates. The perfect vehicle for your road trip holiday is waiting for you!
Connecting people
Make one or more booking requests for leisure vehicles that have caught your eye and wait for the owners' responses. Once your request has been accepted, all you have to do is confirm your booking.
Pick-up
On the pick-up date, collect the vehicle and listen to the valuable advice of the owner for handling it; you are ready hit the road with family, as a couple or with friends.
Return
Once again, with the owner complete the vehicle condition check and sign the Rental Agreement as well as exchange your travel stories. All you have to do is imagine your next road trip!
The area around Coolangatta Airport offers a wide range of campsites, from beachfront parks with ocean views to peaceful hinterland retreats surrounded by rainforest. Whether you are travelling in a compact campervan or a full-size motorhome, you will find sites with powered pitches, dump points, hot showers, and laundry facilities. Many parks are spread along the coast between Tweed Heads and Burleigh Heads, with several more tucked into the hinterland valleys.
The Pacific Motorway (M1) is the main highway near Coolangatta Airport, running north to Brisbane and south into New South Wales. It is a toll-free motorway in Queensland, though the NSW section may include tolled stretches depending on your route. Speed limits for motorhomes over 4.5 tonnes are generally capped at 100 km/h on motorways, while lighter campervans follow standard car limits. Rest areas are well spaced along the M1, with facilities including toilets and picnic tables. Be aware that vehicles over 2.2 metres wide may face restrictions on some hinterland roads, so plan your route if you are driving a larger motorhome into the ranges.
great van a few interior problems but apart from that all good
check in took 1.40 hr! legible dirty outside with tape repairs to window and mirror paid for gas but when we got there found canister was empty and we had to replace ourselves
Everything was amazing
Great experience renting the Jimny. The owners were brilliant to deal with from start to finish, and the Jeep was in excellent condition. It was perfect for exploring the Algarve. Would definitely recommend and would happily rent from them again!
Clean, well-maintained vehicle that gave us so many great memories! We traveled to many places and drove around 900 km ourselves, and it handled everything flawlessly. Thanks to its size, parking was super easy, we could fit anywhere, and we were able to sleep in spots where a different kind of campervan wouldn't have worked. It is fully equipped with everything provided, even extra games for beach days! The bed and bedding were clean, and it has a really comfortable mattress. The owners were super nice and sweet. Everything went smoothly during both pickup and drop-off, and they were always there to help whenever we needed it, even when we got a bit lost! 😅 Plus point that they were super cool and easy to talk to. P.S. The AC works like a charm!
Sergey's van is great. Really spacious, easy to drive. We had a great trip. Sergey was really nice helpful and was on hand to help with any questions during the trip. He even gave us a lift to the train station in Ljubljana! Would 100% recommend.
