Campervan and Motorhome hire — Northern Ireland

Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Northern Ireland 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.

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Motorhomes available for hire — Northern Ireland

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.

Campervans available for hire — Northern Ireland

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.

Why hire a campervan or motorhome in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland — a region worth exploring

Northern Ireland's Causeway Coastal Route stretches 120 miles from Belfast to Londonderry, regularly ranked among the world's finest driving roads. This compact region packs an extraordinary variety of landscapes into a small area — from the hexagonal basalt columns of the Giant's Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to the serene waters of Lough Neagh, the largest lake in the British Isles. Belfast to the Giant's Causeway is roughly 100 km, while the drive from Belfast south to the Mourne Mountains covers about 65 km, making Northern Ireland wonderfully manageable for a road trip. You can explore the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, wander the ancient forests of Tollymore Forest Park (a filming location for Game of Thrones), or take in the marble formations of the Marble Arch Caves in County Fermanagh. The coastline offers dramatic cliffs and wide sandy beaches, while inland you will find rolling drumlins, quiet lakelands, and green valleys ideal for slow touring in a campervan. Narrow rural lanes add character but are worth considering when choosing your vehicle size — a campervan handles the tighter roads with ease, while a motorhome gives you extra comfort on the main routes. With Yescapa, you hire directly from local owners across Northern Ireland, giving you a wide choice of vehicles and flexible pick-up points to start your adventure wherever suits you best.

Best time to visit

May to September is the prime window for a campervan trip in Northern Ireland, with long daylight hours and mild temperatures. The Belfast International Arts Festival runs each October, offering a cultural reason to extend your season, while the Auld Lammas Fair in Ballycastle each August is one of Ireland's oldest traditional markets. Book early for July and August — these are the most popular months, and Yescapa's peer-to-peer model often means more competitive pricing than traditional hire companies. Spring and autumn bring quieter roads and excellent availability at campsites across Northern Ireland, perfect for a more relaxed motorhome tour.

The best road trips in Northern Ireland

To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.

The Causeway Coastal Route

210 km 3–6 days

This 210 km route traces Northern Ireland's north coast from Belfast to Londonderry. Stop at the Giant's Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, with plenty of coastal lay-bys for campervans. Allow 3–6 days to enjoy the scenery at a relaxed pace.

The Glens of Antrim

180 km 3–5 days

Covering 180 km through nine green valleys, this Northern Ireland route links Larne to Ballycastle. Explore Glenariff Forest Park and Cushendall village. The roads suit a campervan well, with campsites dotted along the coast for 3–5 days of touring.

The Fermanagh Lakelands Loop

300 km 5–8 days

A 300 km circuit around County Fermanagh's waterways in Northern Ireland. Visit the Marble Arch Caves and Devenish Island, and enjoy lakeside overnight stops. Motorhomes and campervans both handle the well-maintained roads easily over 5–8 days.

The Mourne Mountains Circuit

350 km 5–8 days

This 350 km loop explores the Mourne Mountains and the south-east coast of Northern Ireland. Take in Silent Valley Reservoir and the harbour town of Kilkeel. Roads are good for motorhomes, with forest park campsites available. Best enjoyed over 5–8 days.

The Grand Tour of Northern Ireland

500 km 7–11 days

At 500 km, this route connects Belfast, the Causeway Coast, Fermanagh's lakelands, and the Mournes in one complete Northern Ireland loop. Ideal for 7–11 days, mixing coastal and inland scenery with well-spaced campsites along the way.

Northern Ireland and the Donegal Coast

550 km 8–15 days

A 550 km cross-border adventure linking Northern Ireland's Causeway Coast with County Donegal's wild Atlantic shores. Visit Malin Head and Slieve League cliffs. Allow 8–15 days and note you will cross into the Republic — a campervan keeps border crossings simple.

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 Northern Ireland

Recommended campsites

Northern Ireland offers a fine spread of campsites, from coastal pitches with sea views to peaceful lakeside spots inland. Most sites provide electric hook-ups, toilet and shower blocks, and fresh water points suitable for both campervans and motorhomes. You will find well-maintained facilities in forest parks, along the Causeway Coast, and beside the Fermanagh lakes, giving you plenty of choice wherever your Northern Ireland trip takes you.

  • Cranfield Caravan Park KilkeelSeafront pitches, electric hook-ups, toilets, showers, laundry room, direct beach access
  • Drumaheglis Marina & Caravan Park BallymoneyRiverside setting, electric hook-ups, toilets, showers, marina access, children's play area
  • Tollymore Forest Park Campsite NewcastleForest setting at the foot of the Mournes, electric hook-ups, toilets, showers, walking trails
  • Rushin House Caravan Park EnniskillenLakeland location, electric hook-ups, toilets, showers, Wi-Fi, fishing nearby
  • Ballyness Caravan Park BushmillsClose to the Giant's Causeway, electric hook-ups, toilets, showers, shop, family-friendly

What you need to know about roads and motorways in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland has no toll roads, so you can travel freely without worrying about charges. The motorway network is limited — the M1, M2, and M3 serve Belfast and its surroundings — with most routes being A-roads and B-roads. Speed limits for vehicles over 3,500 kg are 50 mph on single carriageways and 60 mph on dual carriageways, compared to 60 and 70 mph for cars. Many rural roads are narrow and winding, so take your time and use designated passing places. Rest areas and lay-bys are well signposted on major routes, and fuel stations are plentiful even in rural areas.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Northern Ireland

Thomas
5 / 5

The best experience ever!! Amazing van and amazing people who run it

Gary
5 / 5

Alfonso Y su pareja ha sido un placer tratar con ellos, son encantadores, muy educados, cuidaron nuestra autocaravana como si fuera suya y la devolvieron a tiempo, en perfectas condiciones y muy, muy limpia, la devolvieron igual que la recibieron. Los recomendamos encarecidamente, esperamos volver a verlos en el futuro. Muchas gracias. Gary y Michelle

Matthew
5 / 5

Lovely experience and fantastic van. Clean and worked very well. Leonardo and Eleanora were very friendly and helpful. One small feedback is the fridge did not work very well but otherwise its a great van.

Sergi
5 / 5

Muy buena experiencia. Ana nos ha tratado muy bien.

Eduardo
5 / 5

Proprietários espetaculares e super atenciosos. Autocaravana estava impecável, super confortável, excelente condução. Painéis solares dão autonomia total. Tudo impecável.

Donald
5 / 5

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!

Rent a motorhome — Northern Ireland and its surroundings

Rent a motorhome — Northern Ireland and its surroundings