Luxury campervans for hire and to buy that are better than glamping

Campervans have taken over glamping in the UK as the camping alternative of choice this year, and the range of luxury campervans for hire - for those who really don't want to skimp on comfort during their break - has never been better. 

During the pandemic, the popularity of 'van life' surged as people sought to escape every day life and retreat on an adventure without setting foot on a plane. DIY campervans also saw an increase in popularity as people used their extra time at home to take on new projects. Research by motorhome rental company Camptoo revealed that searches for van renovations rose by 2000% in 2021. But if last year was all about the DIY vans, 2022 is all about luxury campervans for hire. 

Banish the thought of roughing it on a campsite when you hire one of these luxury campervans for the weekend.  These vans and motorhomes have all the mod-cons you'd want and more, whilst also giving you the freedom to hit the road on an epic road trip of your choice for a memorable staycation in the UK.

Our pick of the best luxury campervans for hire and to buy in the UK right now

The ultimate luxury Glamper RV

It hardly feels like you’re camping at all when you hire a Glamper RV. This vehicle is essentially a hotel room on wheels, utilising ingenious design to fit in two double beds, a toilet and shower, dining table with four seats and a kitchenette. Plus, it has a few added extras that make this the ultimate luxury camper van – including an in-built hairdryer, mobile wifi and a Nespresso machine.

An awning pulls out of the driver’s side to create an outdoor shelter for when you’ve parked up, and there’s plenty of space in the back for bikes, furniture and luggage.

Pick up from: Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire or Northumberland.

Go to: Take this beauty around Northumberland where there are loads of things to do for a delightful seaside escape. 

Pricing: Rental starts a four nights from £1,199 and includes unlimited mileage (exceptions apply for low/mid season European hire), comprehensive insurance for 2 drivers, mobile WiFi , outdoor furniture, awning, integrated satellite navigation, Bluetooth multimedia device, reverse camera and rear sensors and a full kitchen inventory.

You can also buy both new and used Glamper RVs, but prices are available on request through the website. 

For more information visit glamperrv.co.uk.

New Roller team Auto Roller 747

Sleeping six people, this luxury camper van is the ultimate family home on four wheels. Based down in Hampshire, it’s well placed for jumping on the train down there from London if you're looking to escape the city.

Fully equipped with an oven and hob, you can cook up a camper’s feast in its modern kitchen. You will also enjoy a 30 percent discount at camping and caravanning club sites as part of your hire.

Pick up from: Hampshire

Go to: Set off for the best beaches in Devon and Cornwall and spend your days on the sandy shores or cycling or hiking the coastal trails, before bedding down in a campsite surrounded by some of England’s prettiest countryside for a brilliant nature holiday in the UK.

Pricing: 3 nights minimum hire and breaks from £517 for a long weekend in September. This campervan is not available to buy. 

For more information and to hire the campervan visit camptoo.co.uk.

Toyota Proace Matino 3

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One of the most luxurious campervans on our list, the Toyota Proace Matino 3 features all the mod-cons necessary for a brilliant UK weekend getaway on four wheels. 

Converted for Toyota by Wellhouse Leisure, this model was the winner of the 2018 Caravan & Motorhome Club Design Awards. The van sleeps two people but also has an optional upper roof bed and mattress if you need to squeeze in one more. There's a two-burner glass-topped hob and sink for making cooking a breeze and a 25-litre fridge to keep all your road trip essentials cool for a long weekend.

What we loved about this campervan is how it's been designed with social-aspects in mind. There's a lightweight side awning to extend the living space of the campervan outside for sunny days, and for when the weather isn't so good (it's the UK after all) there are driver and passenger swivel seats and a sliding back seat system so that you can take shelter within the van itself. 

Pick up from: The Toyota Proace Matino 3 is not currently available for hire.

Go to: Traverse the Peak District in style with this luxury campervan.

Pricing: Prices start from £54,000 for a Toyota Proace Matino 2 MWB 120bhp 6 speed manual.

Visit wellhouseleisure.com for more information.

The meticulously converted Mercedes Sprinter

This converted Mercedes Sprinter, named Captain's Rest, really is a gorgeous hideaway. You wouldn’t know, from its standard exterior, that inside was a cosy, luxurious retreat created in reclaimed wood and copper.

Beautifully converted to an industrial chic style, the van has a generous three-ring hob and spacious fridge for feeding the whole family. The kitchenette has wood-panelled cupboards and you also get a welcome hamper with all the ingredients for S'mores and hot chocolate when you rent this luxury campervan - perfect for romantic evenings under the stars. Plus, for cooler nights there’s a sa diesel heater. 

The highlight of this amazing campervan is without a doubt the fabulous, large inside shower. Finished to the standard of a boutique hotel, this is a luxury campervan we'd hire in an instant.

Pick up from: St.Albans, Hertfordshire

Go to: Drive eastward and head for the Norfolk Coast – an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, there are stunning beaches and wonderful seaside towns to explore.

Pricing: Minimum 3 night rental from £179 a night. This campervan is not for sale and can only be hired.

For more information and to book visit quirkycampers.com.

Recently converted Peugot Boxer LWB Hi-top roof

Quirky Campers don't just have luxury campervans for hire, they sell them too. 

This luxury camper is a music-lover's dream van. She’s got countless nooks and crannies, filled with ingenious storage ideas such as a wall-mount fitted guitar holder to keep instruments secure and an industrial piano slider that has been built-in so a Casio weighted key piano (which can be included for an extra £600) can be stored under the bed.

There's also ample storage for all your necessities, too, like plenty of hooks and a large under-bed storage space so that your things don't take up room in the main living area.

But this van just functional, it's stylish too, with on-trend herringbone flooring and a smart grey and white colour scheme, making it a fashionable little home on wheels. There’s room for two adults and all the mod-cons you'd expect from a top-quality van.

Pick up from: Stoke-on-trent

Go to: The Lake District – and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a true nature-lover’s paradise.

Pricing: For sale for £45,000.

For more information and to enquire visit quirkycampers.com.