Coachbuilt motorhome
Villa Park
6 travelers
New
Starting at
$80
Camper and RV rental — Chicago
Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Chicago and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners — from compact campervans for 2, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexible booking, competitive prices and insurance included.
Motorhomes available for hire — Chicago
From sleek A-class models to versatile coachbuilts and low-profiles, there’s a motorhome for every adventure—whether you need a compact getaway for two or a spacious multi-berth for the whole family.
Coachbuilt motorhome
Villa Park
6 travelers
New
Starting at
$80
Coachbuilt motorhome
Villa Park
7 travelers
New
Starting at
$80
Why choose Chicago for your road trip
Chicago — a city worth exploring
Chicago's iconic skyline stretches along 42 km of Lake Michigan shoreline, making it the only major American city where freshwater beaches sit right beside towering architecture. The Art Institute of Chicago houses over 300,000 works, including Grant Wood's famous American Gothic and Georges Seurat's A Sunday on La Grande Jatte. Stroll through Millennium Park to see the Cloud Gate sculpture, then head to Navy Pier for lake views and family-friendly attractions. Architecture fans can explore the Chicago Riverwalk, a pedestrian path tracing the Chicago River through the heart of downtown, lined with cafés and boat tour departure points. For green space, Lincoln Park covers 490 hectares on the North Side and includes a free zoo that welcomes over three million visitors each year. Beyond the city, the open roads of Illinois make for easy driving — Milwaukee is just 148 km north, while Indiana Dunes National Park sits only 80 km southeast along the lakeshore. The flat terrain and well-maintained highways around Chicago are ideal for motorhome travel, with wide lanes and straightforward routes in every direction. Through Yescapa, you can hire a campervan directly from a local owner, giving you insider tips on the best neighbourhoods and routes. Whether you are planning a weekend escape or a longer road trip through the Midwest, picking up a campervan in Chicago puts you at the crossroads of countless adventures.
Best time to visit
Chicago shines from May to October, when warm weather opens up the lakefront for exploring by campervan. The Chicago Blues Festival in June fills Grant Park with free live music, while Lollapalooza takes over the same park each August with four days of performances. Summer is the busiest season, so we recommend booking your vehicle on Yescapa well ahead to lock in the best choice from local owners. Autumn brings comfortable driving temperatures and fewer crowds at campsites around the region. Whenever you visit, hiring a motorhome through our peer-to-peer platform often means more competitive pricing than traditional rental agencies.
Top getaways from Chicago
Chicago is the perfect base for exploring the region by motorhome or campervan. Here are our 6 must-see getaways
Chicago to Indiana Dunes
80km southeast 1–3 days
Head 80 km southeast from Chicago to Indiana Dunes National Park, where 24 km of sandy Lake Michigan beaches meet towering dunes and oak forests. Stop at West Beach and the Bailly Homestead along the way. Several campsites near the park offer full hook-ups for your campervan.
Chicago to Starved Rock State Park
90km north 1–4 days
Drive 90 km southwest from Chicago to Starved Rock State Park, home to 18 canyons carved by glacial meltwater. Hike to St Louis Canyon and Wildcat Canyon for seasonal waterfalls. The park campground has paved pitches suitable for a motorhome, and booking ahead is recommended.
Chicago to Milwaukee
148km north 3–6 days
Travel 148 km north from Chicago along the Lake Michigan coast to Milwaukee. Visit the Milwaukee Art Museum with its wing-shaped Quadracci Pavilion, then explore the Historic Third Ward for local food markets. Campervan parking is easy to find at lakefront areas outside the city centre.
Chicago to Galena
180km northwest 3–6 days
Set off 180 km northwest from Chicago to Galena, a beautifully preserved 19th-century mining town. Browse Main Street's independent shops and tour the Ulysses S. Grant Home. The rolling hills of Jo Daviess County offer scenic drives, and local campgrounds welcome motorhomes with spacious pitches.
Chicago to Madison and Door County
280km northwest 5–8 days
From Chicago, head 280 km northwest through Madison — home to the Wisconsin State Capitol and the Dane County Farmers' Market — then continue to Door County. This peninsula offers cherry orchards, lighthouses, and Peninsula State Park. Plan five to eight days to enjoy the full route by campervan.
Chicago to Detroit and the Great Lakes
450km east 5–8 days
Cover 450 km east from Chicago to Detroit, stopping at Kalamazoo and Ann Arbor along the way. In Detroit, explore the Henry Ford Museum and the Detroit Institute of Arts. Lake Erie's shoreline offers overnight campervan stops with waterfront views and full facilities for longer stays.
Rent a campervan on Yescapa: how does it work?
Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.
Discover
Find the perfect vehicle
Find for a leisure vehicle near you or a destination idea according to your planned route, then specify the pick-up and return dates. The perfect vehicle for your road trip holiday is waiting for you!
Connecting people
Confirm your booking
Make one or more booking requests for leisure vehicles that have caught your eye and wait for the owners' responses. Once your request has been accepted, all you have to do is confirm your booking.
Pick-up
Go on an adventure
On the pick-up date, collect the vehicle and listen to the valuable advice of the owner for handling it; you are ready hit the road with family, as a couple or with friends.
Return
All good things must come to an end...
Once again, with the owner complete the vehicle condition check and sign the Rental Agreement as well as exchange your travel stories. All you have to do is imagine your next road trip!
Campsites and parkings for recreational vehicles in Chicago
Recommended campsites
The area around Chicago offers a good range of campsites set along lakeshores, in state parks, and amid open countryside. Most sites provide electric hook-ups, water points, and modern shower blocks suitable for both campervans and motorhomes. While there are no campsites within the city itself, the surrounding region has plenty of well-equipped options within an easy drive, letting you enjoy nature without straying too far from Chicago.
- Chain O'Lakes State Park Campground Spring Grove (90km northwest)Electric hook-ups, flush toilets, showers, boat launch, picnic areas
- Illinois Beach State Park Campground Zion (68km north)Electric hook-ups, showers, flush toilets, beach access, hiking trails
- Des Plaines Fish & Wildlife Area Wilmington (95km southwest)Basic pitches, vault toilets, fishing access, open fields for larger vehicles
- Starved Rock State Park Campground Oglesby (155km southwest)Electric hook-ups, flush toilets, showers, camp store, canyon trail access
- Dunewood Campground Beverly Shores (80km southeast)Electric hook-ups, flush toilets, showers, dune and beach access, fire rings
Where to park your motorhome
Parking a larger vehicle in Chicago requires some planning, as many downtown garages have height restrictions of around 2 metres. Look for open-air lots and surface car parks that can accommodate taller campervans and motorhomes. Overnight street parking for oversized vehicles is generally not permitted in residential areas, so always check posted signs. We recommend arriving early at popular spots near the lakefront to secure a space.
- Millennium Park Garage, Adjacent to the city — Underground garage near Cloud Gate and the Art Institute. Height limit of around 2.1 m — suitable for smaller campervans only. Open 24 hours with hourly and daily rates.
- Navy Pier Parking, 2km northeast — Large open-air lot at Navy Pier with spaces for taller vehicles. Convenient for lakefront attractions and boat tours. Flat daily rate available during peak season.
- Soldier Field South Lot, 3km south — Spacious surface lot south of Soldier Field, often accommodating larger vehicles on non-event days. Close to the Museum Campus and Lake Shore Drive.
Frequently asked questions
Campervan hire in Chicago typically ranges from around £80 to £180 per night, depending on the vehicle size, season, and amenities included. On Yescapa, you hire directly from local owners through our peer-to-peer platform, which often means more competitive rates than traditional agencies. Compact campervans sit at the lower end, while fully equipped motorhomes with kitchen and bathroom cost more. Booking outside peak summer months can also help you find great value.
On Yescapa, local owners list their vehicles across the Chicago area, so you can often arrange pick-up in neighbourhoods like Lincoln Park, Schaumburg, or the western suburbs near Naperville. This peer-to-peer approach means collection points are spread throughout the region rather than limited to a single depot. Simply enter your dates on our platform, and you will see available motorhomes and campervans with their exact pick-up locations.
To find affordable campervan or motorhome hire in Chicago, start by comparing listings on Yescapa, where peer-to-peer pricing from local owners is often lower than fleet-based companies. Travelling in spring or autumn can bring better rates, and booking several weeks ahead gives you the widest choice. Smaller campervans are generally more budget-friendly, and some owners offer discounts for longer trips. Flexibility with your pick-up dates can also unlock savings.
For couples or solo travellers exploring Chicago and the Midwest, a compact campervan with two berths is easy to drive and park in the city. Families of four or five will be more comfortable in a motorhome with a fixed bed and dinette conversion. Groups of six can look for larger motorhomes with overcab sleeping areas. On Yescapa, you can filter by berth count and vehicle type to match your group size, and owners often include helpful details about interior layout.
Yes, many vehicle owners on Yescapa near Chicago welcome pets on board. You can filter listings on our platform to show only dog-friendly campervans and motorhomes. It is worth checking each listing for any specific pet policies, such as size limits or cleaning fees. The Chicago area is great for dogs, with lakefront trails, state parks like Starved Rock, and Indiana Dunes all offering dog-friendly paths and open spaces to enjoy together.
What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Chicago
Ralf
5 / 5
Alles super, Fahrzeug, Vermieter und Ablauf!
Frederik Schmidt
5 / 5
We had the best trip with the van "Fiona" we rented by Cuca - the most amazing host. There was no problems with the van, and it was driving great for an old car. The van also had everything we needed like a portabel shower, a sink with running water, a cooler and a much needed parasol. Cuca recommended the best beaches and places, and responded quickly to any questions we had. We cant recommend Cuca and the van enough!
Carina Diana
5 / 5
Alles lief reibungslos, ab dem ersten Kontakt! Übergabe, Einweisung des Vans waren sehr ausführlich, Abholzeit alles verlief problemlos u angenehm einfach ! Wir haben das erste Mal Ibiza erkundet u waren das erste Mal im Camper unterwegs u es war ein Wahnsinns Erlebnis! Gabriele u Ihr Mann waren sooo freundlich u hilfsbereit, auch bei kleinen Planänderung super unkompliziert! Der Camper war absoluter Luxus. Wirklich alles ist vorhanden, um einen sorgenfreien Trip zu genießen. Eine Dusche unterwegs, hat uns so oft den Abend gerettet! Super sauber, teilweise nagelneues Inventar! Mit Liebe eingerichtet u durchdacht! Besser hätten wir es nicht antreffen können ! Einen riesen Dank an die beiden, die uns diesen unvergesslichen Trip ermöglicht haben!
Jakob
5 / 5
Everything went perfectly, the van was just what we wanted for our trip, would do it again.
Ori
5 / 5
Great
Laura
5 / 5
Nous avons vécu une expérience formidable, tant avec le van qu'avec Hervé et Muriel. Je recommande vivement leur véhicule : il est très confortable, facile à conduire et parfaitement équipé pour passer de superbes vacances. Encore merci pour tout.