Faro Motorhome Rental, Portugal

RV Rental and Campervan Hire in Faro

Faro City is the administrative center of the Faro District which coincides with the Algarve Region, and an area of Europe that has been settled and fought over for thousands of years because of its strategic position and beautiful countryside. The capital of the Algarve has a distinctly Portuguese feel despite it also being a resort town, which makes it great to explore by Faro motorhome rental, campervan hire or RV rentals in the Algarve.

This is as much about renting motorhomes in Faro as it is about renting campervans, motorhomes and RV’s in the Algarve, Portugal’s most southernmost region that shares a border with Spain and is only a few hundred kilometres from Morocco.

Its location and geological features define the character of the Algarve as we’ll see, it’s one of the finest tourist destinations in Southern Europe, and the best way to visit is to arrive at Faro Airport, hire a motorhome and get out there. And yes, it’s as simple as it sounds.

All you have to do is follow our simple guide, it won’t take more than a few minutes of your time and by the end, you’ll have a good idea of how to go about hiring a campervan, motorhome or RV, the right vehicle for you and your fellow-passengers plus great things to see and do, even recommended places to camp.

We’ll begin by recommending more than half a dozen tried and tested motorhome rental companies in the Algarve and take it from there.

Main Motorhome Rental Companies in Faro

If you’ve never hired a motorhome this is the best place to begin your journey. If you have hired a motorhome in the past, you’ll appreciate the following advice.

The internet is full of the supposed perils about hiring a campervan, motorhome and RV, you know, all the stuff about insurance, excess, hidden fees et al. Let’s move away from all that right now, obviously, a reputable motorhome hire company isn’t in the business of trying to fleece their customers at every turn, so let’s begin by recommending a list of quality-assured providers who, between then, offer a diverse range of campervans, motorhomes and RV’s, so you can find your perfect one.

All you have to do is figure out how many are going, choose one self-drive option from the handpicked list below and pack your bags!

CampiLider Camper Rental, Portugal

CampiLider’s fleet is built by Elnagh and Roller Team in Italy, both owned by the Trigano Group. FYI, Roller Team is regarded as one of the top motorhome brands in the world and Elnhagh have been manufacturing motorhomes for over 65 years. Of course, a good reputation is nothing if it doesn’t deliver the goods, but you’ve no worries on that front either. All of their fleet comes with a WC, a shower and a well-appointed kitchen and CampiLider goes the extra mile with an awning, bike rack, LED TV. They’ll even collect you from the airport too.

Faro Motorhome Rental Depot: E. N. 125 Patacão, nº 526 B, 8005-412 Faro, Portugal

Location: About 4 miles/7 km from Faro Airport (FAO), or 4 miles/6 km from downtown Faro.

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms
• 24 hour assistance
• Tourist info/maps
• 0-2 years old

Campervan

The Comfort 3 Berth from Roller Team is the pick for couples with a child or a friend, if that’s you then you’ll also be getting a WC with a separate shower cabin, hot and cold running water plus the kitchen, complete with a cooker and fridge/freezer. Its discreet looks don’t shout ‘tourist!’ to the world either.

Motorhome Rental

It’s one thing to be able to nip in and out of Portugal with a couple of you in a campervan, but what if you need something to accommodate more of you, yet you don’t want to find yourself having to negotiate something the size of a single-decker bus? CampiLider have two great motorhome options, both Barons built by Elnagh, to cater for 5 and 7 of you -and both are easy to drive, even for inexperienced motorhome renters. Inside, space-saving innovation allows room for 5/7 berths, WC, shower, kitchen with plenty of room to stretch your legs.

• Low Profile Motorhome: The Class Family built by Elnagh using their T-Loft vehicle pretty much sums up this 5-berth (note: 2 double, 1 single) motorhome with a host of extras that everyone will appreciate: LED TV, awning bike rack etc. Its low profile (semi-integrated) looks complement what is already a very handsome motorhome, inside and out.
• Coachbuilt/Cab Over Motorhome: The Class Plus based on a Baron RV from Elnagh create a simple, sweet-handling 7 berth (2 double, 3 single) motorhome that puts its occupants first and foremost. The bulky part over the cab shores up even more space for you and the family, the result makes for a genuinely surprisingly roomy interior.

McRent Portugal

The fact that McRent, are Europe’s biggest motorhome rental company could make them a sure-fire bet for those who’ve figured out that they must be doing something right!

The fact that McRent only uses rental vehicles made by Sunlight and Dethleffs could also be a deal-breaker -even though they’re just over ten years old, Sunlight is already Germany’s top motorhome brand; as for Dethleffs they are one of the oldest motorhome brands in Europe, so they must be doing something right too!

Whichever way you add it up, McRent in the Algarve should be high up on your list.

Faro Motorhome Rental Depot: McRent Algarve, Estrada Nacional 125 km95.5 Troto, 8135-030 Almancil, Portugal.

Location: About 7 miles/11 km from Faro Airport (FAO), or 6 miles/10 km from downtown Faro.

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms
• Kitchen/cutlery
• 0-2 years old

Poptop

McRent’s Urban Luxury Poptop seats and sleeps 4. The fact it’s a poptop implies that it’s somehow inferior to larger campervans or motorhomes. Wrong. A WC, shower, kitchen and a zippy 2-litre diesel engine is anything but inferior and it’s excellent value too.

Campervan

McRent could be accused of spoiling self-drive holidaymaking couples with their Urban Plus. It’s been designed to look as good as it’s functional, and we’re talking inside and out. But what really gives this campervan the edge is that 2.3-litre engine. For two, this could be the one.

Motorhome Rental

When you hire a motorhome from McRent in the Algarve your fee will include accessories such as a bike rack, an awning, gas bottles etc., in addition to unlimited mileage, comprehensive coverage and the option to hire additional extras, all designed to get your self-drive vacation off to a flying start.

Of course, these benefits would be useless if McRent didn’t deliver on their motorhomes and they don’t disappoint. With two motorhomes from which to choose it’s simply down to you to figure out what’s best for your precise requirements before making a booking and hitting the road.

• Low Profile Motorhome: Low Profile Motorhome: You’ve two options in Faro, the Compact Plus sleeps 2 with enough space for a child. For 4 the Family Standard ticks all the boxes, and like the Compact, it’s large enough for an awning and comes with a WC and shower. They both look great too.
• Coachbuilt/Cab Over Motorhome: McRent, Faro, have no less than three cabover models to choose from, each differing slightly in length. The Family Plus comes in at 651 cm, the Family Luxury, 725 and the Premium Plus at 860. Each seat and sleep 6, all you have to do is chose the perfect one!

Anywhere Campers Portugal

Anywhere Campers in Portugal are a perfect solution for motorhome holidaymakers that don’t want all the faff of picking up/dropping off their campervan from a designated depot. Simply give Anywhere Campers a time, date and address and they’ll deliver/pick up your vacation vehicle to wherever you are!

To make life even simpler, you don’t have to pore over a bunch of specs or worry about choosing the right rental for your self-drive holiday, because Anywhere Campers only have one, perfect option: the low-profile, 4 berth Adria Matrix. Job done.

Pickup/Dropoff: Anywhere Campers will meet you at your requested pickup/drop off address in Faro, with your vehicle at your chosen time.

Included with Standard Rate:

• 250 kms per day
• Free transfer
• Bedding
• Kitchen/cutlery
• 24 hour assistance
• 0-3 years old

Anywhere Campers Rental Vehicles:

Low Profile Motorhome

Apart from the option of manual or automatic transmission, the Adria Matrix boasts the same features for every Anywhere Campers customer. Plenty of space, a decent kitchen, shower and WC with 4 berths at your disposal. On top of all that its low-profile, semi-integrated stylings are easy on the eye.

Camperline

Camperline’s fleet consists only of Weinsberg and Pilote vehicles. Germany’s Weinsberg (or to give them their correct name, Wolpert Group Karosseriewerke Weinsberg) are one of the oldest, established, RV brands in the world having been in business for over 100 years. The relatively youthful Pilote of France was founded in 1962 and turned their skills to manufacturing motorhomes in 1978.

Both manufacturers have excellent reputations, this reflects well on Camperline and should serve as a mark of quality. On a practical note, Camperline uses a ‘serviced non-depot location’, which means that when you make a booking, they will direct you to the location of your motorhome in Faro.

Faro office: Serviced non-depot location.

Included with Standard Rate:

• 500 kms per day
• 24 hour assistance
• Tourist info/maps
• 0-10 years old or more

Camperline RV Rentals include:

Campervan with Shower/Toilet

Let’s start with the basics, Camperline’s Classe 0 sleeps 2 and the Classe 1 Van sleeps 4. Both look great inside and outside, both of them come with a WC, shower and good-sized kitchens, which is quite an achievement when you consider their relative sizes.

Motorhome Rental

It’s a given that Camperline’s considered fleet of motorhomes come with a WC and a shower (and a kitchen of course) so bear that in mind when making your choice. There are two to choose from in this class -though the 2 berth Classe 0 campervan above could, strictly speaking, be a motorhome.

It might be worth noting that campervans tend to be vans with converted/fitted interiors to accommodate beds and cooking facilities. Motorhomes, as we’ll see below, are a fusion of a truck chassis and cab with a box containing living quarters.

• Low Profile Motorhome: The Classe 111 sleeps 6, for a semi-integrated/low-profile motorhome that’s quite an achievement without the traditional cabover to free up additional space. The VIP earns its name by sleeping 5, but with a more contemporary feel and additional space for its occupants.
• Coachbuilt/Cab Over Motorhome: The Classe II is Camperline’s only foray into traditional ‘motorhome’ stylings, characterised by the bulky cabover that accommodates a double bed. As noted above, this does make more room for you and your self-drive crew, so practically it’s the best choice while proving that looks aren’t everything!

Euromotorhome Rental

Euromotorhome Rental is a Spanish based business founded in 1984. They only use two Italian brands to make up their fleet of motorhome rental vehicles, and both of them are part of the Trigano Group of brands. Rimor has been in business since 1978 (they’re even older than Euromotorhome Rental) and pride themselves on providing affordable, innovative vehicles while McLouis, who make their first of two appearances on this page, are all about state-of-the-art design.

Euromotorhome Rental also operate from a non-serviced depot, which is rapidly becoming a very popular way of renting motorhomes in Faro.

Pickup/Dropoff: Serviced non-depot location.

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms/mileage
• 24 hour assistance
• 0-9 years old

Euromotorhome Faro Rental Vehicles include:

Poptop Campervan

Basic and practical, Euromotorhome Rental’s Poptop has been designed to get two of you in the Portuguese countryside on a budget. Aside from the trifling inconvenience of a lack of WC and shower, it really does have everything you need for a full-sized self-drive holiday but with money to spare.

Shower/Toilet Campervan

There’s a sizable gap between A and B in this instance. Euromotorhome Rental’s Campervan sleeps 2 while providing sophisticated levels of comfort. A WC and shower are a welcome addition to proceedings and the cunning layout frees up enough space to make the interior feel almost breezy.

Motorhome Rental

The majority of Euromotorhome Rental’s fleet are motorhomes, they can sleep between 4 and 7 of you with each of their seven models tweaked to suit your needs and, crucially, budget: for example, for an extra fifteen Euros you can have a TV added to your rental.

• Coachbuilt/Cab Over Motorhome: The meat and potatoes of Euromotorhome Rental’s fleet are their range of five cabover (or over cab) motorhomes that can cater for as little as 4 or as many as 7. For 6 or 7 of you, there are two models to choose from! Decisions decisions.
• Low Profile Motorhome: Euromotorhome Rental have one semi-integrated motorhome for 4 of you. It comes with a WC and a shower (kitchen, fridge freezer etc) and isn’t going to break the bank in terms of rental costs. There’s a load of space inside and it’s pleasant looking on the outside too.

GoFree Autocaravanas

Go Free Autocaravanas fleet are also part of the Trigano Group, which gets us off to a great start and, like Trigano themselves, the fleet is 100% Italian. We’ll begin with Roller Team who are one of motorhomes big hitters and arguably the most familiar brand on this list. Caravans International (or CI) are well-established with over 35 years in the business and relative newbies McLouis who are, in their own words, ‘for those who are looking for a pleasant, modern and attractive design motorhome’. Go Free Autocaravanas also operate from a non-serviced depot,

Pickup/Dropoff: Serviced non-depot location.

Included with Standard Rate:

• 400 kms per day
• 24 hour assistance
• Tourist info/maps
• 0-6 years old

Campervan

The Kyros 2 seats 4 and sleeps 2, just in case you’re in the market for picking up a hitchhiker, or two of your crew are happy to camp outside? It comes with a WC, shower and kitchen and Caravans International have done a great job on the physical appearance of the campervan.

Motorhome

And speaking of aesthetics, GoFree Autocaravanas fleet of motorhomes don’t contain any cabovers, they’re all eye-pleasingly low-profile/semi-integrated. Continuing from the 2 berth Kyros, The Challenger 914 sleeps 3, Roller Team’s 264 and the McLouis sleep 4, topped off by the Challenger 288 and Magis sleeping up to 5.

Energi Motorhome Rental, Portugal

Founded in 1991 in Durban, Energi Motorhome Rental is a South Africa -based rental company with commercial interests all over the globe. They specialise in providing low-budget campervans, motorhomes and RV’s and have representation in Faro via a non-serviced depot location.

Stick around for more information on how to collect your motorhome rental below, but first, let’s see what they’ve got in stock (and hang around for Top places to see in and around Faro for afters!)

Faro Motorhome Rental Depot: Serviced non-depot location.

Included with Standard Rate:

• Unlimited kms
• 24 hour assistance
• Tourist info/maps
• 3-4 years old

Campervan

Energi’s C3 Berth campervan hire is derived from a Chausson Flash 515 (or similar). If it isn’t obvious already it sleeps 3 with every occupant having easy access to a WC, Shower and kitchen, so you can enjoy your self-drive holiday in Faro unrestricted by the need for external comfort breaks.

Motorhome Rental

Picking up your motorhome from Faro couldn’t be simpler with Energi, thanks in part to their ‘meet and greet’ service at the airport. All you have to do is land at Faro Airport and head to the arrivals lounge where one of Energi’s representatives will be waiting for you, bearing a sign with your name on it.

From there you’ll be transferred (without fee) to the nearby Energi Camper Van Depot where you’ll pick up the keys to your chosen campervan motorhome rental. All you have to do is hit the highway! Let’s check out some more of Energi’s fleet.

• Low Profile Motorhome: Energi’s F is a low-profile/semi-integrated motorhome complete with a WC, bathroom, kitchen and decent sized living area. And when you’re not cooking or pottering about in the generous space there is enough room to sleep 5 of you.
• Coachbuilt/Cab Over Motorhome: Energi’s P motorhome is ideal for large groups, whether family, friends or any combination thereof. Why? Because this large cabover can sleep as many as 7! There’s no skimping on necessities either, expect a bathroom, kitchen and a surprising amount of space for all of you.

Explore historic Faro in Algarve

A great first stop in your Faro motorhome rental include the historic old town quarter, attractive marina, and plazas dotted with outdoor cafes, restaurants, churches, and trendy nightlife spots.

Faro’s reputation as an overrun party beach town littered with campsites for travelers in campervan hire or RV rentals belies a layered past. The city has more history on every street than in most cities in Europe. The Moors ruled this area of Europe for centuries and their influence can be seen today in the architecture of the buildings and the mosaic sidewalks. The churches built by Catholicism are some of the most fantastic examples of architecture in the Iberian Peninsula. The most ghoulish of the attractions is the 19th-century Capela dos Ossos, a chapel built out of the bones of over 1,000 monks in order to convey the notion of earthly impermanence.

Explore the Algarve Coast

A tour in your Faro motorhome rental can take you to the beaches, Praia de Faro, where you can soak up the sun or try some adventure sports like windsurfing. In nearby Estoi, you can see Roman ruins, and get a better understanding of Portugal’s history. A short drive away in your campervan rental in Faro and you will come upon Albufeira, a Moors influenced cliffside fishing town now known for its beaches and nightlife.

In general, the beaches in the Algarve region – more than 100 of them with a combined coastline of 200 kilometers – are known to be some of the cleanest and loveliest in Europe and it will feel almost like you are on another continent when you see the dunes and shell covered beaches up and down the coast.

See Algarve’s Ruins and Reserves

Once you are done with the beaches and the history of the medieval old town then it will be time to head out in your RV rental in Faro to the hiking tracks and biking trails that offer up great views of rolling hillsides overlooking quaint villages and ancient ruins scattered all throughout Algarve.

On top of it all, Algarve is balm to the nature-deprived. Best accessed by campervan hire in Faro, the lagoons of the Parque Natural da Ria Formosa, islands of Ilha de Faro, and Ilha de Barreta to the southwest highlight the natural wonders that Faro has to offer. Parque Natural da Ria Formosa, in particular, is an excellent birding site, and Quinta do Lago within the park grounds is one of Europe’s most happening golfing resorts.

Top 12 Places to Visit near Faro in the Algarve

The Algarve is etched in history, it’s one of a handful of regions in the world where you have physical evidence of the past sustaining the present.

In the cities, evidence of long-gone conquering factions and governments come to life in her cobbled streets and buildings, but it’s also a region of immense natural beauty, contained within an undulating coastline that will be the go-to for lovers of endless, sandy beaches.

There are scenic drives galore here (we’ll suggest a few further down) but let’s begin by reaching back into the past.

Faro’s Old City

Parts of Faro’s Old City pre-date the Romans and the city, then called Ossonoba -strategically positioned, wealthy from its salt and fisheries- was conquered by the Moors in the 13th century and then the Christians in the 17th. All made a fascinating contribution to the character of this beautiful region.

Vila Real de Santo António

The Vila Real de Danto António is the place to visit if you’re interested in Pombaline architecture, an 18th-century style local to the region. It’s small enough to enjoy in a day and those bars and cafés will be a welcome sight after a long, Portuguese scenic drive.

Alcoutim

And on the subject of scenic drives, Alcoutim is only a 30-minute jaunt from the coastal region of Algarve. It’s somewhat of a hidden gem, a quiet, tranquil place to enjoy narrow, cobbled street, peruse local handicrafts or maybe stop for a delicious bowl of fish stew Caldeirada.

Tavira

If your self-drive holiday plan included a mixture of sandy beaches (following a fun ferry ride) with traditional and contemporary Portuguese culture, then Tavira might be right up your proverbial street. Park up the motorhome rental and have a wander around, it’s laid back, friendly and a great spot to relax.

Olhão

Olhão could easily be the place to just catch a ferry to some of the most beautiful beaches in the Algarve, but you’d be doing yourselves a huge disservice if you didn’t visit the bustling fish market on the waterfront. A great place to stock up on treats and goodies too.

Loulé

The Moors of the past are very much part of present-day Loulé. Its famous covered market selling eclectic goods and produce (and, of course, fresh fish) echo the Portugal of yore, helping to provide a snapshot of the past in a truly unforgettable setting.

Albufeira

If nightclubs and parties are your thing, then you need to point your motorhome rental in the direction of Albufeira, the self-titled gateway to the Algarve. It’s touristy (but in a good way) home to great food and, arguably, some of the finest beaches in Europe, let alone Portugal.

Silves

Another slice of do-it-in a-day, history-steeped shenanigans await you in Silves. The city used to be the ancient capital of the Algarve so expect old city walls, castles and Gothic architecture, each drawing on its place in the past. Relaxing in one of the many open-air cafés is mandatory.

Serra de Monchique

The highest point in the Algarve, so we’re up in the mountains among the densely packed forests to check out Serra de Monchique. Monchique could be the ultimate location for those seeking peace and quiet and the A22 (largely) scenic drive to/from Faro Airport only adds to the experience.

Lagos

Unlike many of the venues on this page, Lagos boasts both lively nightlife and its rich history, found in neighbouring streets and buildings. Factor in a stunning beach and a dramatic coastline then this Western Algarve location may have it all, enough to warrant another mention shortly…

Sagres

Of all the places we’ve recommended to visit on this page, Sagres stands alone, literally. Located on the very western tip of the Algarve, this is one for the adventurous: extreme surfing, mountain biking and clifftop hiking for example. Or a jolly pleasant scenic drive with magnificent views.

Algarve West Coast

The scenic Algarve West Coast route N120 could be the best on this page, but it depends which of the amazing beaches in this fantastic region you prefer, and there are dozens to choose from. Each offers something slightly different, you’ve just got to locate the one tailor-made for you.

Best RV Campgrounds & Campsites near Faro in Algarve

This is the section that is met by a degree of confusion by those new to motorhome rental -and relief by the old hands! To the former; you’ve hired a self-contained campervan, motorhome and RV, it’s even got a shower with running hot water, so why do you need ‘a campsite’?

To begin, you’re going to need a place to dump black and grey water, re-charge water tanks and batteries, or just a place to park up in a safe spot where you and/or the kids can jump in a pool after a long day on the road.

Faro Campervan Park

Rua Aquilino Ribeiro 7, 8005-177 Montenegro, Faro, Portugal

Faro Campervan Park is located by Faro Airport, which is also close to the beach and a large nature reserve.

The park can also provide service facilities for your motorhome rental, over and above accommodation. For self-drive holidaymakers without a bathroom, hot water showers await!

Yelloh! Village Camping – Algarve Turiscampo

E.N. 125 – Espiche, 8600-109 Lagos, Portugal

Not so much a caravan park as a holiday village -frankly, you could just park up here and stay for a fortnight! Yelloh! Village Camping has swimming pools, its own bar, bakery, supermarket and there are age-specific activities for the kids too.

Albufeira Camping

Estrada das Ferreiras, EN 395, 8200-555 Albufeira, Portugal

More village-style action at Albufeira Camping with tennis courts, swimming pools, bars, restaurants etc., and a pretty motorhome/caravan park with on-site bathroom facilities for those that require them.

For travellers that take their relaxation seriously, there is even a spa, how’s that for a self-drive holiday pampering?

Camping Ria Formosa

Quinta da Gomeira – Cabanas de Tavira, 8800-058 Cabanas Tavira, Portugal

For motorhome renters that want a decent place to get some rest after a day on the road, with all the necessary facilities to facilitate your motorhome requirements, then Camping Ria Formosa is worth checking out.

There’s a vast swimming pool and a large playground for the kids too.

Redondo Lodges & Camping

Rua do Casal Rei 6, Poço Redondo, Tomar 2300-035, Junceira, Portugal

Looking to get back to nature? Redondo Lodges provide a spacious and peaceful setting in among the beautiful Poço Redondo region in Portugal.

There are no pools, playgrounds or bars here, instead you’ve orchards, pine trees and fields in which to frolic and you’re free to pick your own camping space.