Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Devonport 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.
Devonport sits at the western edge of Plymouth Sound, where the River Tamar meets the sea, and is home to HMNB Devonport — the largest naval base in Western Europe, operational since 1691. This historic dockyard district offers a fascinating mix of maritime heritage and waterfront scenery. You can explore the Devonport Heritage Trail, which winds past Georgian and Victorian architecture, or visit the impressive Devonport Guildhall, a Grade II listed building that has served the community since 1824. The Royal William Yard, a beautifully restored victualling depot just a short walk south, now houses independent restaurants, galleries, and artisan shops. Mount Edgcumbe Country Park lies just across the water via the Cremyll Ferry, offering 350 hectares of parkland and coastline. Dartmoor National Park is roughly 25 km to the north-east, while the sandy beaches of Looe sit about 32 km to the west along the Cornish coast. The roads around Devonport connect easily to the A38, though narrower lanes leading into Devon and Cornwall countryside reward slower, more scenic driving in a campervan. With Yescapa, you can hire a motorhome or campervan directly from local owners in the Plymouth area, giving you the freedom to set off at your own pace and discover the South West from a genuinely local starting point.
Devonport and the surrounding Plymouth area come alive during the summer months, with the British Fireworks Championships lighting up Plymouth Sound each August. The Plymouth Seafood Festival in September is another highlight, celebrating the city's fishing heritage with tastings and cookery demonstrations. Summer is the busiest period for campervan travel, so booking your vehicle early through Yescapa helps you secure the best choice from local owners. Spring and autumn bring quieter roads and more availability at coastal campsites, making them ideal for a relaxed motorhome trip around Devon and Cornwall.
Devonport is the perfect base for exploring the region by motorhome or campervan. Here are our 6 must-see getaways
Head 45 km west along the A38 and coastal roads to the charming fishing town of Looe. Stop at Seaton Beach along the way and wander the narrow streets of East Looe. Campervan parking is available near the harbour, and Talland Bay offers a quieter spot for a coastal walk.
Drive 40 km north-east to explore Dartmoor's southern moorland. Visit the medieval clapper bridge at Postbridge and the open-air Dartmoor Prison Museum in Princetown. Moorland car parks welcome campervans during the day, and nearby campsites offer overnight pitches.
Travel 130 km south-west through Cornwall to the artistic seaside town of St Ives. Call in at Falmouth's National Maritime Museum and explore the Minack Theatre near Porthcurno. Motorhome-friendly campsites dot the route, and St Ives' Tate gallery is well worth a visit.
Cover 150 km north-east to reach Exmoor's dramatic coastline and wooded valleys. Stop at Tiverton Castle en route and explore the harbour village of Lynmouth. The Valley of Rocks near Lynton offers spectacular scenery, and several campsites welcome larger vehicles.
Set off 210 km east along the south coast to explore the UNESCO-listed Jurassic Coast. Visit Lulworth Cove and the natural arch at Durdle Door, then continue to the fossil beaches of Lyme Regis. Campervan pitches are plentiful near Weymouth and West Bay.
Journey 280 km north-west to reach the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park in Wales. Cross the Severn and head to Tenby's colourful harbour, then explore St Davids, Britain's smallest city. Motorhome services are available at Freshwater East, and coastal walks are outstanding.
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 Devonport and Plymouth offers a good range of campsites suited to both campervans and motorhomes. You will find sites with electric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, and modern shower blocks within easy reach of the waterfront. Several are set in countryside locations just outside the city, giving you a peaceful base while remaining close to Devonport's attractions and ferry connections.
Parking a larger vehicle in Devonport requires a bit of planning, as many streets are narrow and residential. The council-run car parks in the wider Plymouth area generally accept motorhomes during the day, though height barriers apply at some multi-storey facilities. Overnight parking in public car parks is not usually permitted, so we recommend heading to a nearby campsite for the night.
We had an amazing trip! Rafaela and Carina were so kind, and we couldn’t recommend their van enough 🤩🙏🏼 The van had everything we needed for a proper “van life” experience, and you can also stay at campsites whenever you want!
We hired a motorhome from Cemil for a week to travel around Switzerland. We also visited France, Germany and Liechtenstein. Before the trip Cemil was helpful and responded to questions promptly. On the day of pick up he met us at the train station and the handover was smooth and quick. At the end if the trip it was also a very smooth transition and Cemil kindly drove us back to the airport. The van was great - very easy to drive and everything worked perfectly. All tolls and insurance were covered. We were very happy with the motorhome and would highly recommend renting from Cemil.
We had a great experience hiring this motorhome. Everything went smoothly and we had absolutely zero issues throughout our trip. Fernando kept us informed about everything from the beginning and was very friendly and helpful. He was also very flexible with both the pickup and drop-off times, which made everything much easier. The location is perfect, especially if you're arriving via Prague Airport. We travelled all the way to Hungary and back to Poland, staying at several off-grid locations along the way. We had an amazing time at Lake Balaton in Hungary and also loved our stay at the Pod Opaleńcem campsite in Świeradów-Zdrój, Poland. We would definitely recommend this motorhome hire and would happily rent from Fernando again!
Had a great time renting Dario's van. The pick-up was smooth and we were off and driving very quickly. Would highly recommend!
We went for a 7 days trip with 2 of my friends. It was an amazing time. Camper was really great - in a good condition, clean, comfortable. We did 1000km without any problems. I can recommend this car and Alvaro as a very nice owner.
1st time we have hired a Motorhome, Sandrine was a joy to hire from, answered all of our questions as newbies. She couldn't make hiring their MH any easier, Their Motor home was in perfect condition we had the unlimited Km's option and the vehicle never missed a beat over the long distances we drove, Highly recommend Hiring from Sandrine 5 Star !!
