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Campervan and Motorhome hire — Belfast

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

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Campervans available for hire — Belfast

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 Belfast for your road trip

Belfast — a city worth exploring

Belfast's Titanic Quarter is home to the world's largest Titanic exhibition, built on the very slipways where RMS Titanic was launched in 1911. The city sits at the mouth of the River Lagan where it meets Belfast Lough, framed by the distinctive slopes of Cave Hill to the north. You can explore the Cathedral Quarter's cobbled streets, take in the collections at the Ulster Museum in the Botanic Gardens, or wander through St George's Market, one of the oldest covered markets in Ireland. The political murals across the Falls Road and Shankill Road offer a powerful, open-air history lesson. Beyond the city, the Ards Peninsula is just 30 km to the east, while the Glens of Antrim begin roughly 50 km to the north — both ideal for a few days on the road. Belfast's compact layout makes it easy to park up and explore on foot, and the surrounding countryside opens up quickly once you leave the centre. Hiring a campervan or motorhome through Yescapa connects you directly with local owners who know the area well, so you can pick up practical tips alongside your vehicle. With a campervan from Belfast, you have the freedom to head for the coast, the mountains, or the lakelands without the hassle of rigid schedules.

Best time to visit

Belfast enjoys long daylight hours from May to September, making it the prime window for touring by campervan. The Belfast International Arts Festival runs each October, filling the city with theatre, music, and visual art, while the Belfast Maritime Festival in June celebrates the city's seafaring heritage along the waterfront. Booking your motorhome hire through Yescapa outside peak July and August lets you take advantage of more competitive peer-to-peer pricing. Spring and early autumn are particularly pleasant for driving the Antrim coast, with quieter roads and good availability at nearby campsites.

Top getaways from Belfast

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

Belfast to Mourne Mountains

55km south 1–3 days

Head 55 km south from Belfast into the Mourne Mountains, a granite range perfect for hillwalking and scenic drives. Stop at Castlewellan Forest Park and explore the trails around Silent Valley Reservoir. Campervan parking is available at several trailheads, and Newcastle makes a handy overnight base.

Belfast to Donegal

170km northwest 3–6 days

This 170 km route takes you northwest from Belfast through Derry~Londonderry and on into County Donegal. Visit the walled city centre, then continue to Malin Head and Slieve League's towering sea cliffs. Motorhome-friendly laybys dot the route, and campsites near Dunfanaghy offer full hook-ups.

Belfast to Enniskillen and Lough Erne

130km southwest 3–6 days

Drive 130 km southwest from Belfast to Enniskillen, gateway to Upper and Lower Lough Erne. Explore the carved figures on Boa Island and the stately rooms of Castle Coole. Several lakeside campsites welcome campervans, and the quiet roads around the loughs suit larger vehicles well.

Belfast to Giant's Causeway

95km north 1–4 days

Cover 95 km north from Belfast along the Causeway Coastal Route, one of the finest drives in Ireland. Pause at Carrickfergus Castle and the Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge before reaching the famous basalt columns. Campervan parking is available near the visitor centre, and Ballycastle has good overnight options.

Belfast to Galway via the Wild Atlantic Way

260km southwest 5–8 days

Set off 260 km southwest from Belfast towards Galway, weaving through Sligo and the Connemara coastline. Take in Benbulben's flat-topped silhouette and the colourful streets of Westport along the way. This longer trip suits a motorhome well, with plenty of serviced campsites and scenic stopovers en route.

Belfast to Edinburgh by ferry

280km northeast 5–8 days

Travel 280 km northeast from Belfast to Cairnryan for the ferry crossing to Scotland, then drive on to Edinburgh. Stop at Culzean Castle on the Ayrshire coast and Arthur's Seat in the Scottish capital. Book your campervan ferry slot in advance, and check Edinburgh's campsite options at Mortonhall or Drum Mohr.

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 parkings for recreational vehicles in Belfast

Recommended campsites

Belfast itself has limited campsite options within the city centre, but the surrounding area offers a good range of sites suited to both campervans and motorhomes. You will find parks with electric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, shower blocks, and waste disposal facilities within a short drive of Belfast. Coastal and forest settings are easy to reach, giving you a peaceful base after a day exploring the city.

  • Dundonald Touring Caravan Park Dundonald (8km east)Electric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, toilets, showers, laundry facilities
  • Jordanstown Loughshore Caravan Park Newtownabbey (10km north)Electric hook-ups, grass pitches, toilets, showers, play area
  • Curran Caravan Park Larne (33km northeast)Electric hook-ups, hardstanding pitches, toilets, showers, waste disposal point
  • Tollymore Forest Camping Newcastle (55km south)Grass pitches, toilets, showers, barbecue areas, forest trails
  • Castlewellan Forest Park Campsite Castlewellan (50km south)Electric hook-ups, hardstanding and grass pitches, toilets, showers, lake access

Where to park your motorhome

Belfast city centre has several multi-storey and surface car parks, though height and length restrictions can apply to larger vehicles. Always check maximum vehicle height before entering a multi-storey. Overnight parking in public car parks is generally not permitted, so plan to return to a campsite for the night. Park-and-ride sites on the outskirts can be a practical option for daytime visits with a motorhome or campervan.

  • Odyssey Car Park, 1km east — Large surface and multi-storey car park beside the SSE Arena in the Titanic Quarter. Good for daytime visits; check height barriers before entry.
  • Cathedral Quarter NCP Car Park, Adjacent to the city — Central multi-storey close to St Anne's Cathedral. Height restrictions apply — not suitable for all motorhomes. Convenient for city-centre sightseeing.
  • Boucher Road Park and Ride, 4km south — Open-air park-and-ride south of the centre with generous space for larger vehicles. Regular bus links into the city make it a practical base for a day trip.

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What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Belfast

Patricia Cora Noël
5 / 5

Una pareja muy amable y simpática, han tratado la furgoneta muy bien y no ha habido ningun problema

Suleman
5 / 5

That was nice and smooth

Patricia Cora Noël
5 / 5

Fueron dos chicas muy amables y atentas. Han cuidado la furgoneta muy bien y la han devuelto en perfecto estado

Ciaran Andrew
5 / 5

Simon and his girlfriend Arantx were fantastic. Both were very friendly and helpful from start to finish. The van was in excellent condition and stocked with all the essential we needed for the trip! Highly recommend

Laura
5 / 5

Ottima strumento per trovare camper e facilmente prenotabile. Servizio ottimo

Patricia Cora Noël
5 / 5

Des del primer momento el trato con Jordi fue de diez, hemos estado en contacto con el por si tenia alguna duda y ha ido todo genial. Al hacer el check out la furgoneta estava igual tal cual le entregamos asi que todo muy correcto! Te esperamos para la proxima Jordi! Gracias por confiar en nosotros🙌🏽😄