Low profile motorhome
Fátima
5 travelers
5.0Best Owner
Starting at
€75
Campervan and Motorhome hire — Portugal
Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Portugal and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners: from compact campervans for 2 people, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexibility, competitive prices and insurance included.
Motorhomes available for hire — Portugal
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.
Low profile motorhome
Fátima
5 travelers
5.0Best Owner
Starting at
€75
A-class motorhome
Loureiro
4 travelers
5.0Best Owner
Starting at
€90
Campervans available for hire — Portugal
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.
Campervan
Sertã
3 travelers
5.0
Starting at
€55
Campervan
Vila de Rei
5 travelers
No reviews
Starting at
€65
Large campervan
Fátima
4 travelers
5.0
Starting at
€90
Why hire a campervan or motorhome in Portugal
Portugal — a country worth exploring
Portugal's coastline stretches over 1,794 kilometres from the surf beaches of the Algarve to the wild Atlantic shores of the Minho, making it one of Europe's most rewarding countries to explore by road. From Lisbon, you can reach Porto in around 310 km heading north along the A1 motorway, or drive 280 km south-east to the walled town of Évora in the heart of the Alentejo. Along the way, landmarks such as the Tower of Belém, the Pena Palace in Sintra, the Douro Valley's terraced vineyards and the Roman Temple of Évora give every stretch of tarmac a reason to stop. The country's compact size means you can combine coastal drives, mountain passes through the Serra da Estrela — mainland Portugal's highest range — and riverside routes without ever spending too long behind the wheel. Narrow roads in historic centres are easy to navigate in a campervan, while wider motorways suit larger motorhomes heading between regions. Whether you fancy Atlantic sunsets from a clifftop pitch or mornings beside a vineyard, Portugal rewards those who travel at their own pace. With Yescapa, you hire your campervan directly from local owners spread across the country, giving you flexible pick-up points and a choice of vehicles that suits your itinerary rather than a fixed depot schedule.
Best time to visit
Portugal's long season runs from April through to October, with spring ideal for wildflower displays across the Alentejo and comfortable driving temperatures. June is festival season — the Festas de Santo António light up Lisbon from the 12th, filling neighbourhoods with music and grilled sardines. Autumn brings the Douro grape harvest, when you can park up near Peso da Régua and watch the vindima unfold. Campsites along the coast stay open year-round in the Algarve, so winter trips are perfectly doable. Book through Yescapa outside peak summer months and you often benefit from lower peer-to-peer hire rates set by owners themselves.
The best road trips in Portugal
To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travellers.
Douro Valley and Trás-os-Montes
350 km 5–8 days
This 350 km route winds from Porto into the terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley, passing Peso da Régua and Pinhão before climbing into the remote highlands of Trás-os-Montes around Bragança. Allow 5–8 days to enjoy wine tastings and mountain scenery suited to campervans.
Silver Coast and Central Portugal
400 km 5–8 days
Covering 400 km, this route links Peniche's surf beaches to the university city of Coimbra via Óbidos and the Monastery of Batalha. Over 5–8 days you can explore Portugal's Silver Coast in a motorhome, with well-equipped campsites dotted along the way.
Grand Portugal Traverse
600 km 7–11 days
A 600 km journey from Faro in the south to Porto in the north, taking in Évora's Roman heritage and the Serra da Estrela mountains. Plan 7–11 days for this full Portugal experience — ideal in a motorhome with plenty of service stops on the A1 corridor.
Minho and Northern Portugal Discovery
550 km 7–15 days
Explore 550 km of northern Portugal over 7–15 days, from the granite streets of Guimarães to the Peneda-Gerês National Park and the Minho river border. Campervan-friendly roads lead through Viana do Castelo and Ponte de Lima, with riverside pitches throughout.
The Algarve Coastal Route
200 km 3–6 days
A compact 200 km drive along Portugal's southern coast from Lagos to Tavira, passing the sea caves of Benagil and the lagoons of Ria Formosa. Three to six days is ideal, with coastal campsites offering full hook-ups for campervans and motorhomes.
Alentejo Heritage Loop
250 km 3–6 days
This 250 km loop from Évora circles through Monsaraz, Marvão and the cork oak landscapes of Portugal's Alentejo region. Allow 3–6 days to savour slow-paced villages, dark-sky reserves and quiet campsites perfect for a campervan escape.
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.
Discover
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!
Connecting people
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.
Pick-up
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 road information in Portugal
Recommended campsites
Portugal offers a wide spread of campsites suited to both campervans and motorhomes, from Atlantic-facing pitches in the Algarve to forested mountain sites in central Portugal. Many parks provide electric hook-ups, modern shower blocks, laundry facilities and dedicated motorhome service points. Coastal sites tend to fill first in summer, so booking ahead is worthwhile, while inland parks in the Alentejo and the north often have space year-round.
- Parque de Campismo Orbitur Sagres SagresElectric hook-ups, hot showers, swimming pool, shop, direct access to nearby beaches
- Parque de Campismo da Praia da Barra ÍlhavoMotorhome service area, electric hook-ups, showers, laundry, close to Barra beach
- Camping Cerdeira LousãShaded forest pitches, electric hook-ups, showers, barbecue areas, river swimming nearby
- Parque de Campismo de Monsanto LisbonElectric hook-ups, swimming pool, restaurant, showers, bus links to Lisbon city centre
- Parque de Campismo de Entre Ambos-os-Rios Ponte da BarcaRiver-side pitches, electric hook-ups, showers, barbecue area, gateway to Peneda-Gerês National Park
- Parque de Campismo Orbitur Angeiras MatosinhosElectric hook-ups, hot showers, laundry, shop, short walk to Angeiras beach
What you need to know about roads and motorways in Portugal
Portugal operates a toll motorway network managed through electronic systems. Many routes use Via Verde electronic tolling, and some sections are exclusively electronic with no cash booths — you can purchase a temporary transponder at border crossings or post offices. Speed limits for motorhomes over 3.5 tonnes are 90 km/h on motorways and 80 km/h on main roads, lower than the standard car limits. The A22 across the Algarve and the A25 inland are fully electronic toll roads, so plan ahead. Rest areas with services appear regularly on major routes like the A1 between Lisbon and Porto.
Frequently asked questions
Prices on Yescapa for a campervan in Portugal typically start from around £55–£80 per night, while larger motorhomes range from £80–£130 per night depending on the season and vehicle spec. Because you hire directly from private owners through our peer-to-peer platform, rates are often more competitive than traditional hire companies, and you can negotiate longer-stay discounts directly with the owner.
On Yescapa, private owners list vehicles across Portugal, so you can arrange pick-up in Lisbon, Porto, Faro and many smaller towns. This peer-to-peer model means you are not limited to airport depots — you might collect your motorhome in Coimbra, Évora or Braga, letting you start your trip closer to the region you want to explore without a long transfer drive.
Travelling in spring or autumn often brings lower nightly rates, and Yescapa's peer-to-peer model means owners set their own prices — so you can compare options and message owners about longer-hire discounts. Filtering by vehicle type and dates on the platform helps you spot the best deals across Portugal. Booking a few weeks ahead also widens your choice of affordable campervans and motorhomes.
For couples or solo travellers exploring Portugal's narrower coastal and village roads, a compact campervan with two berths is ideal. Families of four or five are well served by a motorhome with a fixed rear bed and overcab sleeping area. On Yescapa, each listing shows berth count, dimensions and interior photos, so you can match the vehicle to your group size and the type of Portuguese roads you plan to drive.
Yes — many Yescapa owners in Portugal welcome pets on board. You can filter listings for pet-friendly vehicles when searching on the platform. Portugal's beaches often have dog-friendly stretches outside peak summer months, and campsites such as those in the Alentejo and northern regions tend to be relaxed about well-behaved dogs. Always confirm pet policies directly with the owner before booking.
What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Portugal
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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