Girona Motorhome Rental, Spain

Compare & Book RV Rentals and Campervan Hire in Girona

If you are not familiar with some of the smaller regional centers of Spain, you might not have come across Girona. This is a city of around 100,000 people a mere hour and a half north of Barcelona by Girona motorhome rental & campervan hire and right in the heart of the Catalonia region near the border with France. Catalonia continues to retain its own language and a strong sense of cultural identity despite the repression of regional cultures that followed the rise of fascism in the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War.

Here’s our very own campervan and motorhome homage to Catalonia, actually it’s a lot more than that, we’ve compiled an intensely short article on everything you need to know about hiring a self-drive vehicle for your motorhome vacation. With years of experience under our belt, we’ll explain how to go about hiring the perfect campervan or motorhome, whether you’re travelling alone, as a couple or with a group of family and/or friends.

In the first section, we’ll not only take you through the best rental companies in Girona, we’ll break down what they have to offer you, the self-drive holidaymaker, so you’re in a position to make a qualified decision regarding your ideal campervan or motorhome: we’ll even explain the difference between the two.

In the following two sections we’ll suggest some top places to visit on your self-drive vacation, with a few scenic drives thrown in for good measure, before rounding everything off with some of the best campgrounds in Catalonia. This section always piques interest, whether this is the first time you’ve hired a campervan or motorhome or if you’ve been renting leisure vehicles for years.

So, without further ado, let’s get you on the road!

Top Girona Motorhome Rental Companies

We’d argue that this is the part of your motorhome vacation you’re least looking forward to, hiring the ideal campervan or motorhome. What is the best vehicle for me and my passengers and all that stuff about insurance and added extras, where do you turn to for advice?

The answer is twofold. Firstly, decide who is travelling with you and the ideal campervan or motorhome will automatically become apparent after you’ve read through the following section. Secondly, the best place to turn for insurance advice is by checking your current insurance first -you may already be covered- or asking our recommended rental companies directly.

We’ve handpicked four of the best Girona motorhome rental companies based on first hand experience and customer reviews. Putting it bluntly, these companies wouldn’t be as successful as they are if they weren’t doing an excellent job.

McRent Spain

Before we have a look at what they have on their books, McRent offer airport and hotel transfers to their depot, so you don’t have to fuss sorting your own transport to pick up your campervan or motorhome.

Also noteworthy is that McRent are one of the largest vehicle rental agencies in Europe, so they’re clearly doing something right! This may be on account of the two brands of campervans and motorhomes on their books.

Dethleffs are one of the oldest motorhome brands in Europe and Sunlight, even though they’re barely ten years old, are already Germany’s top motorhome brand.

McRent Girona RV Rental Depot: Carrer Cira de Girona, 4, 17242 Quart, Girona, Spain

Location: About 7 miles/12 km from Girona Costa Brava Airport (GRO), or 4 miles/7 km from downtown Girona.

Included with Standard Rate:

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

McRent Girona office hours:

• Monday to Friday:
  • Pick Up: 3pm to 5:30pm
  • Drop off: 9am to 11am
• Saturday:
  • Pick Up: 9:30am to 12 noon
  • Drop Off: 9:30am to 11am
• Closed Sunday and Public Holidays

McRent Rental Vehicles Include:

Poptop (Urban Luxury)

It’s got two litres of get up and go under the hood, so you won’t be hanging about when you’re enjoying your self-drive holiday.

McRent’s Poptop comes with a WC and Shower too, so forget about those crusty-topped poptops of yore, this is a poptop for the 21st century.

Campervan (Urban Plus)

McRents Campervan is a handsome-looking option and, like it’s poptop brethren, it goes as well as looks, thanks to 2.3 litres of power lurking within.

Inside a WC, shower and kitchen for all your culinary requirements are on hand and for 2 of you, it might just be the one.

Motorhome Rental

A few bells and whistles to whet the appetite: all of McRent’s motorhomes come an awning, bike rack, gas bottles, a reversing camera and air con in the cab. For a small fee, little extras such as outdoor tables and chairs can be added too.

McRent’s fleet of motorhomes come in two different flavours, semi-integrated aka ‘low-profile’ or Overcab aka Cabover (occasionally ‘Alcove’) and they have four motorhomes to choose from, catering for as many as 6 of you or as little as 2. Let’s check out McRent’s motorhome fleet in a little more detail.

• Low Profile Motorhome: The Family Standard seats and sleeps 4, the Compact Plus and Compact Standard both Sleep 2, but they seat 4. If 2 of you are prepared to sleep under that awning, you could travel in style and make a huge saving! All come with a WC, Shower and a kitchen.
• Coachbuilt/Cab Over Motorhome: The Family Plus and Family Luxury, both sleep 6, with the Family Luxury offering a few considered extras to warrant its title. That large lump on the roof provides sleeping accommodation for 2, freeing up space below, it may look a little unsightly, but it shores up loads of space.

Anywhere Campers Spain

There will be a bunch of first-time motorhome renters, maybe even a few experienced ones, that just want to get a self-drive vehicle without any fuss and get going, like now.

Anywhere Campers are the go-to body here. Not only do they cut out the hassle of choosing the right motorhome by only having one, great example on their books, but they’ll also drop the rental vehicle to you, wherever you are in Europe!

And if that’s not enough, they’ll pick it up anywhere in Europe too! One-way road trippers will be excited by this prospect as well…

Girona Pickup/Dropoff: Anywhere Campers will meet you at your requested pickup/drop off address in Girona, 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 Vehicle:

Low Profile Motorhome (Adria Matrix)

Needless to say, if the one motorhome that Anywhere Campers are hiring out to self-drive holidaymakers wasn’t up to par, then we wouldn’t be talking about them here. The Low-Profile Adria Matrix, less than two years old comes equipped with everything you need, is superb.

Euromotorhome Rental

Euromotorhome Rental only use two brands of campervan or motorhome, and both brands form part of the mighty Trigano Group who oversee almost 25 manufacturers.

In this instance, Euromotorhome Rental have picked Rimor and McLouis to be their go-to manufacturers, ensuring their solid fleet of vehicles are on hand to take you all over Girona and beyond.

It’s worth noting that Euromotorhome Rental use a non-serviced depot, the advantage is that they will deliver your vehicle to the airport or your city hotel, saving the hassle of getting cabs to and from their HQ.

Euromotorhome Girona RV Rental Depot: Serviced non-depot location. Hand over is by arrangement either at Girona Airport or your Girona City hotel or other location.

Euromotorhome Girona pick up and drop off times:

• April to October
  • Monday to Friday: 10am to 1pm and 4pm to 6:30pm
  • Saturday: 10:30am to 1pm
  • Closed Sunday & Public Holidays
• November to March
  • Monday to Friday: 10am to 1pm and 4pm to 6:30pm
  • Closed Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays

Included with Standard Rate:

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

Euromotorhome Girona Rental Vehicles include:

Poptop Camper (Group A)

Euromotorhome Rentals Poptop is as basic as you can get when it comes to a vehicle that you can camp in: you get a bed and a cooker and a couple of seats. What they don’t provide is the amount of fun the 2 of you will have by keeping it simple!

Campervan (Group B)

If you’re after luxury, Euromotorhome’s Campervan comes with a WC, Shower, kitchen and plenty of space.

There’s so much going for it that, if budget isn’t a major issue, this might just be the best motorhome for 2 of you. Even if you’ll probably have more fun in the Poptop!

Motorhome Rental

Euromotorhome Rental may know something we don’t because they’ve flipped the ratio of low-profile motorhomes to cabovers on its head.

Since the advent of the semi-integrated/low profile option shook up the motorhome world, we’re more used to seeing the trusty cabover take a statelier seat. Not here, though…

• Low Profile Motorhome (Group P): In a move not dissimilar to Anywhere Campers, Euromotorhome Rental have put all their eggs into one basket by offering just one low-profile/semi-integrated motorhomes on their books, it’s got a WC, Shower, kitchen and because Euromotorhome Rental have chosen this model, bags of integrity.
• Coachbuilt/Cab Over Motorhome: The cabover range caters from 4 to 6 of you: we suggest you begin with clearly defined passenger numbers in order to focus your search. Following that, it’s going to be down to budget, in line with the specific requirements of what you need for your self-drive vacation.

Autocaravan Express

Autocaravan Express may have the solution for potential motorhome holidaymakers who are a little wary of the reliability of their hire vehicle while enjoying the Spanish scenery. The reason, Autocaravan only use one brand, Carado.

And if that’s not ringing any bells, Carado’s parent group, AG Hymer should. Hymer is one of the oldest companies in the motorhome business and if there is a brand that represents motorhomes as a ‘household name’, it’s surely Hymer.

On another note, Carado themselves are already one of the most successful motorhome brands in Europe. And they’re barely 15 years old.

Autocaravan Express Girona RV Rental Depot: Serviced non-depot location. We will bring your RV rental to Girona Airport, accommodation, or other city location.

Pick up and drop off times:

• Monday to Friday: 10am to 1pm and 4pm to 6pm
• Saturday: 10:30am to 1pm
• Closed Saturday’s in August
• Closed Sunday & Public Holidays all year

Included with Standard Rate:

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

Autocaravan Express Rental Vehicles:

Van (Carado V Series)

Autocaravan Express have three ‘vans’ to choose from but, we hasten to add, these are ‘vans’ in name only. Technically speaking, these are low-profile motorhomes -a campervan is when the van’s original load space has been kitted out to accommodate, at the least, a bed, cooker and storage space.

Campervan (Carado CV Series)

We’re back in the realm of actual campervans, as defined above, with Carado’s CV Series.

The range caters for as little as 1 and as many as 4, all are great, but the CV601 manages to accommodate 5 with a clever removable bunk which makes space for daytime usage.

Motorhome Rental

We’ve just looked over the broad technical definition of a campervan, it’d be remiss not to do the same with the motorhome, especially as it was Erwin Hymer who invented the concept by dropping a caravan shell onto a pre-existing-rolling chassis and simply driving off.

And it’s the same story today, except that Hymer didn’t originally have over a dozen, almost perfect, motorhomes to choose from. There’s no easy way to choose the right motorhome for you and your passengers, you’re going to need to work for this one by poring over Autocaravan Express’ specs. Your hard work will pay off.

• Low Profile Motorhome (Carado T Series): This series sleeps as little as 2 and as many as 6, which implies the hardware is so good all Carado had to do was add/reduce the sleeping arrangements. All of them come with a WC, Shower and kitchen, which doesn’t help to make a decision!
• Alcove/Cab Over Motorhome (Carado A Series): It’s almost impossible, pound for pound, to beat the extra space you’ll find in an Alcove/Cab Over Motorhome. Yes, the quiff over the cab is more practical than aesthetic but doesn’t make more sense to choose comfort over looks? We like to think so.

Top 10 Places to Visit near Girona

The following list of top places to visit near Girona contain something for everyone, so have a read through and pick out your favourites. Indeed, there may even be one firm favourite and that’s you done, but we suggest you look at linking a few up by way of a scenic drive or two.

The best part of hiring a campervan or motorhome usually takes place on the road, getting into your stride on a stretch of clear road with the ocean on one side, the sunshine on the other and your loved ones close by is more than the sum of its parts.

Barcelona

It may seem a little obvious, but we’d be doing you a disservice if we didn’t include Barcelona in the list of top ten places to visit near Girona.

Start at the awe-inspiring La Sagrada Familia and explore via the Las Ramblas and Barcelona’s gothic quarters. More on the adjacent beach later.

Tarragona

Heads up UNESCO fans, Tarragona has world heritage status and it’s not hard to see why. A perfect blend of beaches, Roman and medieval architecture, picturesque vistas and great food await.

The beach hugging scenic drive from Girona doesn’t hurt either, so plan this one in advance.

Costa Brava

Please bury any preconceptions you may have about this stunning part of Spain. For a start, Costa Brava is a great skiing destination, so it’s not all about crowded beaches and thumping nightclubs. It’s close enough to the French border for an inter-country scenic drive as well. Go check it out.

Sitges

You may recall mention of a great beach close to Barcelona, well, it deserves its own section on this page.

Sitges is more like a beach with its own private city, there is always something going on here, whether it be a festival or a key event. Research away…

Montserrat

Fancy a scenic drive up the side of a mountain? This is the beginning of your trip to Montserrat, a journey that leads to the peace and tranquillity of a town dominated by its majestic monastery, with spellbinding views in every direction. You won’t want to go back down.

Cadaqúes

There is something almost profound about the way Cadaqúes is nestled in between a huge lump of rock and the glittering sea.

During the day, this place is all about that stunning beach, but as soon as the sun drops behind the mountain, the delights of the town come alive.

Royal Monastery of Santa Maria de Poblet

World Heritage Site alert! But don’t shout about it too loudly, thirty monks still live and work at the Royal Monastery of Santa Maria de Poblet, where you can discover sacred works of art and beautiful 12th-century cloisters. A place to be calm and reflective/not one for kids.

Medieval Town of Vic

It’s only an hour’s drive from Girona to the medieval town of Vic. On arrival, park up the campervan or motorhome and explore on foot.

Not only will this give you a better flavour of Vic, but you’ll also be able to enjoy local food -with a local wine or two.

Besalú

If Medieval architecture is your thing, you’re going to love Besalú: it’s worth the trip just for the majestic Romanesque bridge over the Fluvià.

Speaking of trips, it’s a great city to visit as part of a wider, regional scenic drive, especially you’re all into ancient culture.

Figueres

Speaking of culture, what would a Spanish road trip be without a visit to museums and associated treats honouring Salvador Dali?

Figueres was the place of his birth and where he often stayed (PS. Check out the Duran Hotel) and the city is besotted with him. It’s a load of fun.

See Medieval Spain by motorhome rental

The region of Catalonia first emerged in the tenth century. With Barcelona as its focal point, this was the region that formed the power base for the Crown of Aragon, ultimately uniting through marriage with Castille which was seen by many as the dawn of the unified Catholic Kingdom of Spain. The best way to explore this fascinating region is to embark on a driving holiday. Kick start your expedition with a motorhome rental, campervan hire or RV rentals and then springboard into the incredible history and culture of the Catalan people.

The Cathedral of Girona is a great place to start. After the expulsion of the Moors the building was remodeled and the current incarnation is a stunning example of the Gothic architecture of Jaume Fabre from Majorca.

The first walls of the city were built during Roman times but have been strengthened and rebuilt across the centuries. The narrow streets of the old town, however, are not built for Girona motorhome rental, so you have to see the ancient walls up close by foot. Walk the entire length of the walls and climb some of the old towers for expansive views across the surrounding countryside.

Drive to the Costa Brava

Girona makes an excellent launching point to tour the rest of Catalonia by campervan hire in Girona, starting from its capital, Barcelona. Spain’s second largest city offers travelers by Girona motorhome rental a cornucopia of attractions ranging from Etruscan art pieces to Roman walls to Gaudi architecture to typical Catalan dishes like pintxos and butiffara.

Barcelona stretches up the coast to Girona via Costa Brava where you can pitch your RV rental in Girona anywhere for a sweeping view of its rugged coasts, coves, beaches, massifs and gardens of native tropical plants overlooking the Mediterranean.

Visit the Pyrenees and Andorra

If you want to go the mountain route, Montserrat is just 30 miles northeast of Barcelona and worthy of a day hike to see the sunrise from its peaks. Catholic pilgrims take up this opportunity to also pay homage to the Black Madonna located in the Benedictine Abbey nestled in the mountains.

The violet smudge on the horizon that is the Pyrenees is only four hours northwest by RV rentals or campervan hire. Consequently, Andorra, a small country nestled in the mountains that border France and Spain is but less than three hours from Girona.

The southern French city of Perpignan and its Roman-founded medieval town is an hour directly to the north. If you want a dose of sun and sand in high style, four hours farther up the coast by Girona motorhome rental is the glitzy French Riviera. Along the way and close to the border is Figueres, home to the impressive Salvador Dali Museum.

Best RV Campgrounds & Campsites near Girona

You’ve pored over the best motorhome companies, chosen a campervan/motorhome with everything you need for a fantastic road trip and have started to plan a route to take in the sights. Now you’re going to need somewhere to stay over.

Just because you’ve hired a self-drive vehicle with a WC and shower, you’re still going to need a place to dump the wastewater, charge up the electricity for the fridge or grab a safe spot for the kids to get out and run around. You never know, some local advice from fellow travellers or locals might just lead to discovering something wonderfully unexpected…

Can Bora Lodges

GI-532, 17164 Constantins, Girona, Spain

Up for parking your campervan or motorhome in the middle of blissful, picturesque nowhere before strolling over to the nearby (though not nearby enough to disturb you) pool or restaurant?

Then you’ll be needing Can Bora Lodges. You might need to think ahead in terms of water and hook-ups though.

Camping Rural Montori

Camí Vell de Rupià, s/n, 17133 Ultramort, Girona, Spain

Camping Rural Montori is a great place to relax in a quiet rural setting, yet the the campground is only 20 minutes drive from the nearest beach. The campsite has campervan/motorhome pitches with water and hook-ups.

This is going to be a good place to hang out at the end of a long day for the grown-ups, and for the kids there is a children’s pool along with playground complete with slides and seesaws; as well as a sports area for football, archery and basketball.

Camping Las Palmeras – Costa Brava

Carr. de la platja, 17470, Girona, Spain

In the opposite camp is Camping Las Palmeras. Swimming Pools, sports clubs, a kids’ playground alongside designated activities for them while the parents enjoy the bar/restaurant and your four-legged friend cools down with a dog shower -yes, really. The plots are set in woodland and it all looks rather lovely.

Camping Ridaura – Llagostera

Via servei C-65 km 6.5, 17240 Llagostera, Girona, Spain

The kids are alright at Camping Ridaura-Llagostera too. The children’s playground and the large pool look great, and for older children and parents there’s some rock climbing and bike riding to be had as well.

For the campervan and motorhome, 90 m2 pitches come with 10 A electricity and Wi-Fi.

Camping Can Coromines

Km.60, Ctra. de Figueres a Olot, 17851 Maià de Montcal, Girona, Spain

We’ll finish off this section, indeed this page, at Camping Can Coromines. The campervan and motorhome pitches look genuinely inviting surrounded by trees/nature and (thankfully if they’re kicking off after a day on the road) a swimming pool. The parents might even appreciate that bar-restaurant as well.