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Campervan and Motorhome hire — East Lothian

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Motorhomes available for hire — East Lothian

From sleek A-class models to versatile coachbuilts and low-profiles, there’s a motorhome for every adventure—whether you need a compact getaway for two or a spacious multi-berth for the whole family.

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Campervans available for hire — East Lothian

The campervan is the ultimate all-rounder. Effortlessly practical and built for freedom, it’s just as at home navigating tight city streets as it is exploring the heart of the countryside.

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Why choose East Lothian for your road trip

East Lothian — a city worth exploring

East Lothian's coastline stretches over 60 km along the Firth of Forth, earning it the nickname "Scotland's Golf Coast" with more than 20 courses packed into one county. From the sandy sweep of Yellowcraigs Beach to the dramatic ruins of Tantallon Castle perched on volcanic rock cliffs, this region rewards those who explore at their own pace. The Scottish Seabird Centre in North Berwick offers live camera feeds of the 150,000-strong gannet colony on Bass Rock, one of the world's largest. Inland, the market town of Haddington charms with its medieval street plan and St Mary's Church, the longest parish church in Scotland. Edinburgh lies just 30 km to the west, making East Lothian an ideal base for day trips into the capital, while the Borders town of Kelso sits roughly 65 km to the south-east through rolling farmland. The landscape here is gentle and well-suited to larger vehicles, with wide A-roads connecting coastal villages and plenty of laybys for rest stops. You can also follow the John Muir Way, a 215 km coast-to-coast trail named after the Dunbar-born naturalist, with several campervan-friendly stopping points along the route. With Yescapa, you hire your motorhome directly from local owners across the region, which means you benefit from personal tips on the best spots to park up and explore. Whether you are heading to the golden sands at Belhaven Bay or browsing the independent shops in Dunbar, a campervan gives you the freedom to linger wherever the mood takes you.

Best time to visit

East Lothian is wonderful from May to September, when long daylight hours let you make the most of coastal walks and outdoor attractions. The Fringe by the Sea festival in North Berwick each August brings live music, comedy, and food events right on the waterfront. Booking your campervan through Yescapa during spring or early autumn often means more choice of vehicles and competitive hire prices from local owners. Summer is the busiest period, so reserving your pitch at popular campsites a few weeks ahead is a smart move. East Lothian also hosts the Dunbar Traditional Music Festival in May, a great excuse to explore the eastern end of the county.

Top getaways from East Lothian

East Lothian is the perfect base for exploring the region by motorhome or campervan. Here are our 6 must-see getaways

East Lothian to Edinburgh

35km west 1–3 days

Head 35 km west along the A1 and A199 into Scotland's capital. Park up near Holyrood Park and explore the Royal Mile and the Scottish National Museum. On the return leg, stop at Musselburgh Racecourse for a stroll along the River Esk. Several campervan-friendly car parks sit on the city outskirts.

East Lothian to St Abbs Head

55km southeast 1–4 days

Drive 55 km south-east along the A1 to the dramatic cliffs of St Abbs Head National Nature Reserve. Walk the clifftop trail past Pettico Wick Bay and visit the harbour village of St Abbs. Eyemouth, just 5 km further, has a busy fishing port and a motorhome service point near the harbour.

East Lothian to Perthshire

130km northwest 3–6 days

Travel 130 km north-west via the Forth Road Bridge into Highland Perthshire. Stop at the Hermitage near Dunkeld for a woodland walk to Black Linn Falls, then continue to Pitlochry for its famous salmon ladder. Campervan pitches are plentiful around Loch Tummel with lochside views.

East Lothian to the Borders Abbeys

160km south 3–6 days

Loop 160 km south through the Scottish Borders, visiting the four great abbeys at Melrose, Jedburgh, Kelso, and Dryburgh. The A68 offers wide, well-maintained roads ideal for a motorhome. Overnight parking is available at several Borders towns with dedicated service areas.

East Lothian to the Highlands via Cairngorms

250km north 5–8 days

Head 250 km north through the Cairngorms National Park. Pause at Aviemore for mountain biking or a ride on the Strathspey Railway, then press on to Inverness and Loch Ness. Campervan stops along the A9 include well-equipped sites at Dalwhinnie and Kingussie.

East Lothian to Argyll and Oban

290km west 5–8 days

Drive 290 km west via Stirling and Loch Lomond to reach the harbour town of Oban, gateway to the Inner Hebrides. Visit Dunstaffnage Castle and take the ferry to Mull. The A85 through Glen Ogle is scenic and wide enough for larger campervans, with laybys for photo stops.

Rent a campervan on Yescapa: how does it work?

Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.

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Find the perfect vehicle

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!

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Confirm your booking

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.

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Go on an adventure

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

All good things must come to an end...

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!

Campsites and parkings for recreational vehicles in East Lothian

Recommended campsites

East Lothian offers a fine mix of coastal and countryside campsites, many with full hook-ups, modern shower blocks, and dedicated motorhome service points. Along the coast you will find pitches within walking distance of sandy beaches, while inland sites sit among farmland with views towards the Lammermuir Hills. Most campsites welcome both campervans and larger motorhomes, and several remain open year-round for off-season touring.

  • Belhaven Bay Caravan and Camping Park Dunbar (3km west)Electric hook-ups, hot showers, laundry, direct beach access, motorhome waste disposal
  • Tantallon Caravan and Camping Park North Berwick (5km east)Hardstanding pitches, electric hook-ups, toilets, showers, play area
  • Yellowcraig Caravan Club Site Dirleton (4km north)Electric hook-ups, toilets, showers, nature trail access, recycling point
  • Thurston Manor Leisure Park Dunbar (5km south)Electric hook-ups, heated pool, bar, shop, Wi-Fi, motorhome pitches
  • Drummohr Caravan Park Musselburgh (10km west)Hardstanding and grass pitches, electric hook-ups, showers, laundry, dog walk area

Where to park your motorhome

East Lothian's towns and coastal car parks generally welcome campervans and motorhomes during the day, though overnight stays in public car parks are not usually permitted without specific signage. Several dedicated motorhome stopovers and larger car parks can accommodate bigger vehicles. Always check height barriers before entering, as some town-centre car parks have restrictions.

  • North Berwick Harbour Car Park, Adjacent to the city — Large open car park beside the harbour with no height barrier, suitable for motorhomes. Day parking only; pay-and-display.
  • Dunbar Leisure Pool Car Park, Adjacent to the city — Spacious car park near the seafront with room for larger vehicles. Convenient for the town centre and John Muir Country Park.
  • Yellowcraigs Beach Car Park, 4km north — Popular coastal car park with space for campervans. Pay-and-display, open dawn to dusk, no overnight stays.
  • Haddington Neilson Park Car Park, 10km south — Free car park on the edge of Haddington with generous bays. Good base for exploring the town's historic centre on foot.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in East Lothian

Andrea
5 / 5

Dominique is a wonderful, kind and attentive host. The van was perfect, clean and cosy. We loved the trip even though the high altitude passes were very scary especially as we are driving on the wrong side of the road!

Martin
5 / 5

Andre couldn’t have been more helpful, plus he is a positive, warm individual. The camper was superb in every way, hygienic, beautiful handling and equipped with everything needed, no silly extras for bedding. Brand new mattresses that were so comfortable and all the windows had bug netting so nothing could get in or bite us. Will definitely do this again, PLUS great value. Very very happy with service and equipment

Annemijn
5 / 5

Very nice owners, kind and flexible! The camper van was easy to understand, and comfortable to use - above expectation. Thank you!!

Elizabeth
4 / 5

Paloma was a pleasure to drive and really comfortable for our family of four. The van was equipped with everything we needed, beds were spacious and had safety nets, the shower and toilet were very handy, there was plenty of storage space and lots of room to move around. Susana was really helpful and accommodating and very easy to communicate with throughout our trip. The only disappointing aspect is that the fridge did not work, and the freezer only worked when plugged in. While the freezer was ok for keeping some items cool, it did make things considerably more difficult for us - we were travelling with 2 young children and cooked for ourselves most evenings. It was frustrating having to visit a shop every day/every other day and we ended up having to bin quite a lot of food. It is a shame this wasn't mentioned in the listing as it would have impacted our decision to book the van. Every other aspect was faultless and despite the issue with the fridge we had a really wonderful 2 week adventure in Paloma. We would definitely recommend if you are happy to operate without a fridge and can rely on the freezer.

Logan
5 / 5

Great experience driving the van around Mallorca, absolutely beautiful place. The van drove very well, fully equipped and Juan is super friendly with great communication. Would fully recommend.

Grant
4 / 5

Hire experience with Roadsurfer through Yescapa was great. Easy and kept well informed all through the process. Easy check in and drop off.

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