The 12 Coolest Campervans in Hawaii

From lush tropical jungles to picturesque beaches to desolate lava fields, Hawaii is a nature-lovers paradise. And to see the best of the islands, you need to go off the beaten path. The easiest way to do that is by picking up a campervan rental in Hawaii.

Instead of dropping hundreds of dollars on ocean-view hotel rooms, you can get yourself a million-dollar view camping on a beach. You can’t beat that!

But how do you rent a campervan in Hawaii and what are the best options? I got you.

Hawaii has some incredible RV and campervan rental options. Depending on what island you are on, you can find everything from restored 1970’s VW campers and classic Hawaii-beach camper vans to modern, state-of-the-art RVs.

If you are planning on island hopping, why not try out a variety of options? Below we have broken down a couple of the best RV and campervan rentals on each of Hawaii’s main islands.

All rentals can be reserved through Outdoorsy, the Airbnb of campervan rentals. With Outdoorsy, you can rent directly from owners and keep yourself protected with insurance and professional customer support.

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RV and campervan rentals in Hawaii are actually quite easy! For decades, campervans have been a quintessential part of Hawaii’s image. Surfers have been living out of their old VWs on the beaches of Hawaii for more than 50 years.

Today, Hawaii’s beaches and campgrounds feature everything from the classic campervans to modern RVs. As such, there are a number of companies with campervan or RV rental options in Hawaii.

While some companies rent out their vehicles, others provide Airbnb-type platforms for RV rentals by owner.

RV and campervan rentals in Hawaii are pretty much open to anyone with a driver’s license. International drivers are also welcome to rent, and most companies include basic insurance in the rental cost.

Many companies and owners will deliver your campervan or RV rental to you. Most companies will offer to meet you at the airport when you land or drive to meet you at a local campground, festival or similar location.

While renting a campervan or RV in Hawaii is relatively easy, it is good to keep a few things in mind.

For example, always rent from a legitimate company like Outdoorsy, and always make sure you are covered with adequate car insurance. Also, be sure to check the terms and conditions of each rental—some owners have restrictions on pets, locations, passengers, etc.

If you’ve decided to rent a campervan or RV in Hawaii, above all, you need to decide whether you want an RV or campervan.

The terms RV, campervan and even motorhome are all used sort of interchangeably. But, they’re actually very different. There are some major differences to keep in mind when renting either an RV or a campervan in Hawaii.

• RVs or motorhomes refer to any type of vehicle used to drive and camp. Most often, though, the terms are used to describe large, “home-on-wheels” type vehicles. Most RVs have not only a bed but also a full kitchen set up, bathroom, living room, etc.
• Campervans, on the other hand, are usually much smaller. These vehicles fit a few of the “home-on-wheels” conveniences into a small, van-sized package.

When deciding between a campervan or RV rental in Hawaii, think about what you need.

Because RVs are larger, they usually have room for three or more people. They also have more of the conveniences of home. On the downside, they are also more expensive, harder to park and sometimes more difficult to drive.

Because campervans are smaller, they give you access to more camping areas, especially beachfront spots. They are also easier to drive and overall more popular in Hawaii for these reasons. They also tend to look a lot cooler!

As a downside, however, they usually don’t have full bathrooms.

Now that you’ve seen a bit of the value in renting an RV or campervan in Hawaii, you are probably wondering about price. Good news! Across the board, campervan and RV rentals in Hawaii are much cheaper than similar hotel or resort accommodations.

The RV or campervan owners set prices, which depend on size, the age of the vehicle, condition, etc. Larger and newer vehicles are, of course, more expensive.

Furthermore, price also varies a bit between the islands. The more popular Hawaii islands with more tourism (like Oahu and Maui), have slightly higher prices for RV and campervan rentals.

In general, the cost of your basic campervan rentals in Hawaii range from $80 per night to around $300 per night. Larger RV and motorhome rentals price out around $150 per night to up to $800 per night for classic, restored Airstreams.

Something else to keep in mind is the extra costs associated with renting an RV or campervan in Hawaii. There’s the cost of gas, drinking/bathing water for the vehicle, and campground fees. Most campgrounds in Hawaii are very affordable with prices between $10 and $20 per night.

Additionally, when renting a vehicle, just like when renting a hotel room, make sure you check the terms and conditions. Some owners have a set mileage they allow per day, and if you go over it you’ll have to pay an additional fee.