Colorful in its own right, San Diego is a city in the state of California located near the Mexican border. Famously known as “America’s Finest City”, San Diego lies on the Pacific Coast and has about 109 kilometers (68 miles) of beautiful sandy beaches where many people enjoy swimming, surfing, or hanging out. About 30 million or so tourists come mostly for the warm and sunny weather, hospitable people, and several attractions including LEGOLAND, Sea World, and San Diego Zoo. Because of its vicinity to Mexico, San Diego also offers much Spanish-inspired culture and architecture. Being a large city with many sights to see, you’ll need an accommodation that can keep up with your itinerary if you want to see them all. We suggest renting a camper van or RV for your utmost convenience. Below is a list of the best camper rentals in San Diego, California.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 06, 2024.
1. Mobile family camping companion (from USD 110)
This trailer is the perfect camper van for you and your family headed out on a camping trip. It has the basic necessities from a queen-sized bed, bunk beds, well-equipped kitchenette, complete toilet and bath, and a dinette area that also converts into another bed. Aside from these, the rental is inclusive of other goodies like indoor and outdoor games that are perfect for the whole family. It also comes with camping chairs for when you want to chill outside when the vehicle is parked.
2. Spacious and clean trailer-style RV (from USD 140)
Feel like a celebrity on set with this spacious trailer-like camper van! At 8.5 meters (28 feet), there’s plenty of room inside for storage and up to eight people can sleep in it. There’s a double bunk bed, a queen-sized bed with added privacy, and another double bed when the dinette is converted. Previous guests commended the host for always keeping the trailer clean and ready for the next guest. There are also added essentials like utensils, towels, bedsheets, camping chairs, and other things you may need for your trip. Pets are also welcome on board!
3. Comfy camper van with lots of room (from USD 125)
If you’re travelling as a group of about four to five people, then you should check out this Grey Wolf camper van. The inside is very spacious and can sleep up to five people comfortably while still having lots of room to move around and to store your belongings. There is also a well-equipped kitchenette and bathroom. Previous guests have recommended this rental to be clean and convenient in terms of pick-up and delivery.
4. Home away from home on wheels (from USD 145)
Feel like you’re just in your own apartment while traveling across San Diego in this stylish RV. Its features include a master’s bedroom with a queen-sized bed and cabinet for your belongings. The bathroom is complete with a shower, toilet, and vanity sink. The kitchen is also fully equipped with a refrigerator, oven, stove, microwave, and lots of storage for utensils and food. The living area features a flat-screen TV with DVD player plus a convertible sofa bed. It’s simply like taking your apartment with you on the road!
5. Stylish and modern camper van (from USD 150)
You’ll be able to fill up your Instagram needs with this very stylish camper van, fondly nicknamed “Betty”. The interiors are designed as if it was your own apartment with white and beige as the recurring color scheme with accents of pretty lights, small plants, and quirky framed images here and there. Betty perfectly sleeps up to four people comfortably with its master bed and an additional one which can be transformed from the dinette area. Betty is highly recommended by its previous guests especially for its cleanliness and all-around aesthetic.
6. Roomy retro ride (from USD 135)
Travel and camp in style with this 1950s-style RV with its eye-catching exterior design. At 8 meters (27 feet) long, there’s lots of room for your family or group and your storage. There’s even a bike rack at the back for your use. The RV features a queen-sized bed with added privacy thanks to sliding doors, two bunk beds, and a convertible bed from the dinette. You can also enjoy some matching retro sounds on their Bluetooth speakers while hanging out on the provided camping chairs.
7. Aesthetically pleasing and pet-friendly van (from USD 165)
The last thing you would expect from a small Sprinter van is to find not just sleeping quarters inside, but an incredibly stylish one too! This is one of the more unique options if you wish to go on a road trip in and around San Diego with your partner or your best friend. If you don’t have a human best friend, you can also bring your furry best friend along as this rental takes pride in being pet-friendly. They will even provide a dog bed, additional leashes, and snacks for your convenience. Aside from this, the design of the van is so aesthetically pleasing that the host even put up an Instagram account for the van!
8. Brand new and spacious RV
This brand new camper van is guaranteed to be spacious with lots of room to move around and to store your belongings. It features two large pop-out beds on each end of the trailer and it even includes a heated mattress for colder evenings. The camper van also features a “Super Slide” which just means that one side of the trailer can be slid-out. The bathroom, kitchen, and dining area is also very spacious, which is not something you’d usually expect from a camper van. Add to this the fact that the host is also very accommodating and helpful to their guests’ needs and inquiries.
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9. Weekend getaway on wheels (from USD 90)
If you’re itching to get away for the weekend at the beach or mountainside, consider this RV which is perfect for small families for up to four people. It’s lightweight and easy to pull around with your vehicle. Inside, the interiors are snug and cozy with every basic you will need such as a queen-sized bed, a dinette and kitchenette, and a compact shower and toilet. The dinette can be converted into a small bed for the children or an additional guest. The host is also happy to entertain any of your questions or additional needs.
10. Intimate and cozy camper van for couples
Planning a road trip in San Diego and nearby areas with your partner or perhaps two of your best buddies? This is the perfect camper van for you to rent out. The interiors are dreamy and cozy, perfect for an intimate weekend away. The queen-sized bed is beyond comfortable and the couch also transforms into a snuggly bed if you have a third companion. The kitchenette is also complete with a burner stove, small refrigerator, and sink. For your entertainment, the television hangs above the bed with its very own DVD player.
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Explore the entirety of San Diego in style
For such an enormous city that comprises beaches, mountainsides and deserts, San Diego is the ideal road trip destination. You wouldn’t want to explore just the urban part of the city. It’s best to get the full experience and see the areas surrounding it as well by going camping, exploring, or simply for a drive. You won’t be able to do this if you’re stuck at a local hotel or accommodation so the best option is to rent a great camper van ideal for you and your group!
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