Compare campervans, motorhomes and RVs to hire in Belfast, listed by private owners and local hire businesses. See prices, photos and reviews for campervan hire in the UK, then book online with insurance included.
Belfast puts you within two hours of some of the best coastal and lake driving in Ireland — the Causeway Coastal Route north, the Mourne Mountains south, and the Fermanagh lakelands west. Enter your Belfast postcode on the search page, set a collection radius, and you will see insured campervans and motorhomes from owners and operators across Northern Ireland.
Every vehicle is listed by its owner — private owners and local rental businesses — and booked through our partner Outdoorsy, with insurance and payment protection on every booking.
Campervans and motorhomes for hire near Belfast
The choice runs from 2-berth camper vans — a converted van that sleeps two and drives like a large car — to 6-berth motorhomes with a full kitchen and bathroom. A berth is a sleeping space, so a 4-berth sleeps four.
For the coast road’s narrower stretches and for parking near the Causeway itself, a 2 or 4-berth is the easier choice. See camper van hire and motorhome hire.
Price follows the same pattern wherever you hire: the smallest camper van is consistently the cheapest option, a 6-berth motorhome the most expensive, and the price per night usually drops the longer you book for. Booking in the school holidays, especially July and August, costs noticeably more than spring or autumn. Enter your dates on the search page for a real price near Belfast rather than a generic average — see motorhome hire prices for more on what moves it.
Where to collect a campervan near Belfast
Vehicles are listed across Greater Belfast and into Antrim and Down — Lisburn, Newtownabbey, Bangor, and along the A1 and M2. A 20–35 mile radius in the search shows the full choice; several owners are along the Causeway Coastal Route itself.
Best road trips from Belfast
- The Causeway Coastal Route — about 120 miles round trip, 3–5 days. Carrickfergus Castle, the Glens of Antrim, Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, the Giant’s Causeway, and the whisky at Bushmills, finishing at Ballycastle.
- The Mourne Mountains and the Down coast — about 50 miles, 2–3 days. Granite peaks down to the sea, Newcastle, and the coast around Strangford Lough.
- Fermanagh and the lakelands — about 90 miles, 2–4 days. Lower and Upper Lough Erne, Enniskillen, and some of the quietest driving in Northern Ireland.
- The Ards Peninsula and Strangford Lough — about 30 miles, 1–2 days. A gentle loop for a short trip, with ferries across the lough narrows.
- Onward to the Wild Atlantic Way — via Donegal, for a longer trip combining Northern Ireland with the west coast of Ireland.
Campsites near Belfast
- Dundonald Touring Caravan Park — five miles from the centre, a fully serviced site handy for a first or last night.
- Jordanstown Loughshore Caravan Park — on Belfast Lough, five miles north on the Causeway Coastal Route itself.
- Delamont Country Park Caravan and Camping Club Site — near Strangford Lough, on the Ards Peninsula route.
When to travel
July and August are busiest and dearest, and the closest vans book first — reserve three to four months ahead, especially for the Causeway Coast. May, June and September are quieter and often the better time to see it.
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Campervan and motorhome hire in Belfast — FAQs
How much does it cost to hire a campervan in Belfast?
It depends mainly on the vehicle size, the season and how long you hire for. A small camper van is consistently the cheapest option and a large motorhome the most expensive; booking in the school holidays, especially July and August, costs noticeably more than spring or autumn; and the price per night usually drops the longer you book for. Enter your dates on the search page to see live prices from vehicles near Belfast. See motorhome hire prices for more on what moves the price.
Where can I pick up a campervan near Belfast?
Owners list vehicles across Greater Belfast and into Antrim and Down — Lisburn, Newtownabbey, Bangor — and along the Causeway Coastal Route itself. A 20–35 mile radius in the search shows the full choice.
Can I drive a motorhome on a normal car licence?
Yes, for almost all of them. A full UK car licence covers vehicles up to 3,500 kg — every camper van and most 2 to 6-berth motorhomes. The listing flags any that need a C1 licence.
Can I take a Belfast hire vehicle into the Republic of Ireland?
Many owners allow it since there is no border checkpoint, but confirm it in the rental agreement first — some hires restrict cross-border travel or ask for notice. Check the listing before booking.
Is the Causeway Coastal Route doable in a motorhome?
Yes — it’s a well-surfaced main road for almost its whole length, with only a few narrower village stretches. A 2 or 4-berth is the more relaxed choice, and there is no shortage of parking and campsites along the way.
What does “fully insured” cover?
Motor insurance for the named driver or drivers and breakdown assistance are arranged as part of the booking — you do not organise cover separately. The damage excess and the refundable security deposit are set out on the listing and in the rental agreement before you pay. Terms vary by owner.
How far in advance should I book?
For summer, three to four months ahead — the nearest vehicles go first, especially along the coast. Off-season, a few weeks is usually enough.