Montreal Airport RV Rentals, Quebec, Canada
Book Campervan Hire and Motorhome Rental at Montreal Airport QC
If you’re looking to rent a motorhome and explore the beautiful city of Montreal and the surrounding areas, you’ve landed in the right place. Don’t expect pages and pages of unnecessary waffle, we pride ourselves on keeping it simple, taking the common concerns and guesswork out of hiring a campervan, motorhome or Montreal RV rental and bringing it all together.
Before we get underway, Montreal has loads of places to see and things to do that don’t require your motorhome! This means that, on occasion, you need to think of your Montreal RV rental as a means of getting you to the beginning of an experience while stoically waiting for you at the end of it. Sure, you can spend all day driving around, but you won’t be getting the best of what this city has to offer -our top 10 attractions from Montreal at the end of this short piece on hiring a motorhome in Montreal reinforces that.
We’ll start by looking at some local Montreal RV rental companies and briefly examining the self-drive vehicles they have for hire, before suggesting some near-by campgrounds, a section that can surprise first-time motorhome renters -and come as a blessed relief to those who have experienced a motorhome vacation in the past- before landing on the section everyone is here for, the very best things to see and do on your holiday, with the odd scenic drive thrown in for good measure.
Top RV Rental Companies in Montreal, Quebec
We know that the reality of hiring a RV rental in Montreal, or anywhere for that matter, is the part that puts most people off a self-drive holiday, what with all that faff with price comparison, getting the best rates and then there’s the insurance stuff you have to deal with before ‘they’ hand over the keys.
A good motorhome rental company won’t try to oversell insurance or try and squeeze a few more bucks out of you with hidden charges, so how about we recommend two quality motorhome providers that’ll simply do away with any such concerns, so you can focus on the fun part of choosing the perfect campervan, motorhome or RV for you, your friends, family, or whatever combination you’ve in mind. Without any further ado, then…
CanaDream
If you’re looking to hire a campervan in Canada, CanaDream should be a mandatory option. They have seven locations all over the country and, perhaps more importantly, have earned themselves a reputation as a quality provider of campervans, motorhomes and RV’s for rental.
CanaDream’s Montreal depot is less than 30 miles from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, a comparatively short taxi ride for peace at mind at the other end, with a good range of vehicles for hire -catering for as little as 2 and as many as 6 of you- waiting for you when you get there.
Deluxe Camper Van
Perfect for two of you, this nifty-looking campervan has everything you need for a stylish self-drive holiday with a surprising level of space and luxury within.
There’s a decent-sized bathroom and kitchen in this motorhome rental with plenty of living space to enjoy after a day on the road.
Class C Motorhome
For four people travelling with two children, CanaDream offer a choice of two Class C Motorhomes, the Midi and Maxi.
Both self-drive options are similar in spec, with the Maxi being slightly longer, but your choice will probably be determined by personal taste rather than dimension semantics.
Montreal RV Rental Depot: CanaDream, 14569 Boulevard Curé-Labelle, Mirabel, QC J7J 1M2, Canada.
Located about 46 km/29 miles from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) or 48 km/30 miles from downtown Montreal.
CanaDream Montreal office hours:
- Monday to Saturday
- Pick Up: 1 pm to 4 pm
- Drop Off: 8 am to 10 am
- Open all statutory holidays
- Sunday (May to September)
- Pick Up: 1 pm to 4 pm
- Drop Off: 8 am to 10 am
- Closed Sunday and all statutory holidays (October to April)
Included with Standard Rate:
- 24-hour assistance
- Tourist Info/Maps
- 0-4 years old
Cruise Canada
AKA Cruise America operating in Canada, Cruise Canada have five rental depots scattered over the country with the Montreal outfit a mere 18 miles from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport.
With 134 locations covering the entire North America region, the tantalising prospect of being able to drive right across the USA is very much within your grasp but, more realistically for those on a self-drive holiday in Canada, the biggest draw will be the motorhomes for hire. In this respect, Cruise Canada have kept it reassuringly simple, while catering for as many as 7 and as little as one.
Class C Motorhome
Specifics aside, Cruise Canada have four Class C motorhomes to choose from, despite their being referred to as ‘RV’s’ -which simply means ’recreational vehicle’.
All of them are pet-friendly and come with freshwater toilets, showers and good kitchens but it’s the range of accommodation, even the choice of motorhome for different terrains that makes Cruise Canada such an attractive motorhome rental option.
For example, the two-berth Truck Camper has 4×4 drive for the toughest roads, and Cruise Canada have options for 3, 5, even 7 self-drive holidaymakers, so you can hire a motorhome to your exacting needs.
Montreal RV Rental depot: Cruise Canada, 198 Boulevard Cure LaBelle,
Sainte-Rose, Quebec, H7L3A1.
Located about 29 km/18 miles from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) or 30 km/19 miles from downtown Montreal.
Cruise Canada Montreal hours:
- Monday to Saturday:
- Pick Up: 1pm to 4pm
- Drop off: 9 am to 11 am
- Closed Sundays and Public Holidays
Included with Standard Rate:
- 24-hour assistance
- 0-4 years old
Top 10 Attractions from Montreal
Before you gallivant off in your motorhome rental from Montreal, don’t forget to check out Montreal itself. We’ve popped a couple of highlights on the list below to give you a flavour of the city, but it’s worth discovering some of the better-known spots yourself to get a more rounded picture of what this dynamic Canadian city has to offer.
Perhaps park up your motorhome in one of our recommended RV parks and get stuck into some of the less touristy attractions, or just see where the road, or sidewalk, takes you.
Îles-de-Boucherville National Park
Treat yourselves to the all-year-round beauty of Îles-de-Boucherville National Park a few kilometres from Montreal. Cycle, ski or canoe for those looking to let off a bit of steam, but a simple stroll in this beautiful region is just as good.
Molson campsite accepts all types of RV’s up to 12 meters and has water and electricity connections. There is a washroom about 500 metres away, with an onsite picnic table and fireplace. Pets are allowed.
Mont Tremblant National Park
The 100 km or so scenic drive from Montreal to Mont Tremblant National Park is a good way for the Canadian motorhome renter to cut their teeth in the region. Once there, you’ve lakes and peaks to enjoy in Quebec’s first National Park at almost 125 years old.
There are a number of camping sites in Mont Tremblant National Park, mostly accepting tents and trailer tents. But others accept camping vans, small RV rentals up to large RV’s depending on the campground. Powered sites with electricity and water are available.
Ottawa
Canada’s must-see Capital City of Ottawa has more to do than we’ve space for here. On the way there, take advantage of the old Highway 148 (not the more obvious Highway 50) and enjoy a memorable scenic drive that takes in the Fairmont Château Montebello and the Papineau manor historic monument.
However some highlights include a visit to Parliament Hill, home to the Canadian Parliament, take a stroll through Byward Market, one of Canada’s oldest markets; and learn about Canada’s history in one of the many museums in Ottawa, including the Canadian War Museum, Canadian Museum of History, National Gallery of Canada and the Canadian Museum of Natural History.
Quebec City
The capital of Quebec with its fortified colonial core and historic buildings provide another excuse to leave the motorhome rental somewhere safe and explore Quebec City on foot.
The Petit Champlain district is packed full of bars and restaurants too, so make the very most of it!
Laurentian Mountains
How about a twisty, two-lane scenic drive that snakes west from Montreal and takes in the forests and lakes of the Laurentian Mountains. Sure, you can stop, walk or cycle, but you’re on a self-drive holiday so hit highway 15 and join it to highway 50 for guilt-free fun.
Fjord-du-Saguenay National Park
All-year-round, outdoor fun at Fjord-du-Saguenay National Park, like backcountry skiing and brisk hikes in the winter or wildlife watching and cycling in the summer, for example. One of the best things about hiring a motorhome is that you can work around any activity that suits you or the crew.
There are a couple of campgrounds that accept RV rental in Fjord-du-Saguenay National Park, which come complete with powered electric sites with water hook-ups. Washroom facilities, picnic table and bBQ facilities are available. Depending on the campground, maximum RV lengths are limited to up to 9 meters, or a maximum of 12 meters with the larger campsites.
Mount Royal
The English translation of ‘Montreal’ is, literally ‘Mount Royal’ named after the large hill (or ‘the mountain’ as it’s known to locals) that occupies the city.
Mount Royal is an all-year-round hive of activities and fun, with walking and cycling paths in summer; with snow tubing, skiing and snowshoeing in winter but you’ll have to leave your motorhome rental or campervan hire behind as it’s only accessible by Olmstead Path.
Old Montreal
Head into the historic, 17th-century district of the old quarter and there isn’t much need to follow the narrow, cobbled streets of Old Montreal, loaded with bistros and bars galore, any other way but by foot -the poor old motorhome rental isn’t getting much of a look-in in Montreal!
Sucrerie de la Montagne
West of Montreal, right at the top of Mont Rigaud, in the middle of a 120-acre forest populated by mature maple trees, is Sucrerie de la Montagne. This ancient sugar shack cum restaurant is on hand to provide visitors with a delicious glimpse into the past.
Cap-Saint-Jacques Nature Park
Last but by no means least, a scenic drive that only the locals know about. Once you’re finished exploring the beautiful Cap-Saint-Jacques Nature Park, Montreal’s largest park at 330 hectares, drive through Chemin Senneville and check out the beautiful houses on your own, private, road trip. Just don’t tell anyone.
Popular for swimming, boating, hiking and bird watching during summer. In winter you can explore the miles of cross-country skiing trails or snowshoeing trails.
Campervan drive around Quebec region
Once settled in, leave the comforts of your Montreal Airport RV rentals for recreational activities like swimming, golfing, hiking and soccer. There are playgrounds and games room for the kids as well as walking trails where you can enjoy a walk with your pets. After a day of activities here, you will surely go back to your hired motorhome and sleep like a baby.
Montreal is the largest city in the state of Quebec and the second largest city in Canada. It is known as Canada’s cultural capital and a UNESCO city of Design. Visiting Montreal is like going to a fantasy world filled with picturesque landscapes and charming towns. There are many places to visit in the province of Quebec. Having your own campervan rental, motorhome hire or recreational vehicle (RV) rental on your self-drive camping vacation frees you up to explore; without having to book accommodation. Book Montreal Airport RV Rentals and choose the perfect mobile home for your camping holiday or vacation.
From the museums, shops and cafes of one of the largest French-speaking cities; you can explore more of the region in your hired campervan or motorhome rental. The Eastern Townships in South-western Quebec are a good place to bring your campervan rental; because there is easy access by bus and train services in the area. There are 3 trails you can choose from for the drive: the wine route, township trails and the summit drive. Visit the national historic site of Canada in Fort Lennox, Montérégie region. For only less than an hour’s drive by campervan rental; the Laurentians Mountains welcome you for the number 1 ski resort in Eastern North America.
Other places to visit are Sherbrooke, Ulverton, Wabanaki Reserve, Trois-Riviéres and Drummondville for a taste of the countryside, all must-visits when on a road trip in your campervan hire or motorhome rental. For the more adventurous, take your RV on a one way rental through to Toronto in Ontario. On the way spend some time exploring the magnificent Algonquin Park.
Everything is within reach when exploring Eastern Canada by road in your very own RV, campervan or motorhome. Enjoy your stay in this place bursting with culture with your mobile home for rent at the Montreal International Airport motorhome rental.
Best Campgrounds & RV Parks near Montreal, QC
Of course, you don’t have to stay in a campground around Montreal or beyond, but they’re always on hand to provide you and your crew with space and services unique to your motorhome rental requirements, and you’ll be needing to dump the black and grey water responsibly for a start…
Camping la Cle des Champs RV Resort
415 Montée Saint-Claude, Saint-Philippe, QC J0L 2K0
This could be one of the most up-market RV Resorts we’ve come across. If you’re after a place to park up your Montreal RV rental or campervan hire with a touch of luxury, you’ve found your brand.
Camping la Cle des Champs comes with a playground, pool and gym with space to accommodate any sized rig.
Montreal South KOA
130 Montee Monette, St Philippe de Laprairie, QC J0L 2K0 Canada
The Montreal South KOA campground is conveniently near the city but looks like a completely different world; and the perfect escape from the busy city. Located just 14 miles from the centre of downtown Montreal, driving there in your motorhome rental is easy. The rural countryside where the backdrops are corn fields, cows and horses is the ideal place for a true camping experience.
The campground has a recreational vehicle (RV) area with 20, 30 and 50 amp electric sites, water and sewer full hook-ups; as well as shaded pull-through sites and enormous spaces designed for campers to come and go with ease.
If you’re after a specific spot for your motorhome, Montreal South KOA has your back!
Camping Alouette – Parkridge RV Resort
3449 de l’Industrie, St-Mathieu-de-Beloeil, Quebec, J3G 0R9
Are you travelling with kids, young people, or fancy some fun and games in your RV Resort?
Camping Alouette – Parkridge RV Resort, has a heated pool, playground, sports courts, pool table, even a hot tub, in addition to accommodation for you, your crew and your RV.
Camping Auclair
4450 Rang des Étangs, Saint-Jean-Baptiste, QC J0L 2B0, Canada
Camping Auclair describes itself as a ‘small, quiet campground situated on the south shore of Montreal’, but with 172, 30 or 50 amp, full hookup sites, that can accommodate rigs of up to 40 feet.
On top of all that, there’s a pool and a playground for the kids.