Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Hastings 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.
Hastings sits at the heart of the Heretaunga Plains, where over 70 wineries and orchards stretch across New Zealand's sunniest region, Hawke's Bay. The city's Art Deco architecture, rebuilt after the devastating 1931 earthquake, lines the streets alongside modern galleries and cafés. Explore Te Mata Peak, rising 399 metres above the plains with panoramic views across the coast and farmland, or wander through Splash Planet, one of New Zealand's largest theme and water parks. The Hastings City Art Gallery showcases contemporary works from local and national artists, while the Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market — held every Sunday at the Hawke's Bay Showgrounds — is one of the country's most popular producers' markets. Napier, the neighbouring Art Deco capital, is just 20 km to the northeast, and the Cape Kidnappers gannet colony lies roughly 30 km to the southeast along the coast. The flat terrain of the Heretaunga Plains makes driving a motorhome straightforward, with wide rural roads connecting vineyards, orchards, and coastal reserves. With Yescapa, you can hire a campervan directly from local owners in the Hawke's Bay area, giving you the flexibility to pick up nearby and start exploring at your own pace. Renting peer-to-peer means a more personal experience and often a wider choice of vehicles suited to the region's relaxed touring style.
Hastings enjoys a warm, dry climate that suits campervan travel for much of the year. Summer, from December to March, is ideal for vineyard visits and coastal drives. The Hastings Blossom Parade in September celebrates the start of spring with floats and festivities through the city centre. The Harvest Hawke's Bay festival in February brings food and wine events across the region. Booking your motorhome through Yescapa during the quieter autumn months, from April to May, can offer great peer-to-peer value while the weather remains pleasant for touring. Plan ahead for the summer period to secure the best selection of hire vehicles in Hastings.
Hastings is the perfect base for exploring the region by motorhome or campervan. Here are our 6 must-see getaways
Just 20 km northeast, Napier's Art Deco Quarter and the National Aquarium of New Zealand make for a rewarding short trip from Hastings. Drive along Marine Parade for ocean views and park your campervan at one of several waterfront reserves with easy access to cafés and galleries.
Head 55 km southeast from Hastings to Waimarama Beach, a popular surf spot backed by rolling hills. Stop at Cape Kidnappers along the way to see the Australasian gannet colony. Campsite facilities near the coast are basic, so fill up on water before arriving.
Travel 150 km northwest to Taupo, passing through the Kaweka Range foothills. Visit Huka Falls and the Craters of the Moon geothermal walk. Motorhome parking is well catered for in Taupo, with several holiday parks close to the lakefront.
Drive 190 km northeast along the Pacific Coast Highway to Gisborne, the first city in the world to see the sunrise. Stop at Morere Hot Springs and Mahia Peninsula en route. This campervan-friendly road offers scenic pull-offs and freedom camping spots.
Cover 250 km northwest from Hastings to Tongariro National Park, home to the famous Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Pass through Taihape and the Rangipo Desert. Motorhome travellers can base themselves at Discovery Lodge or Whakapapa Holiday Park.
A 320 km drive south from Hastings leads to Wellington, New Zealand's capital. Visit Te Papa Tongarewa museum and explore the Cuba Street quarter. The route passes through the Wairarapa wine region, ideal for a campervan stopover in Martinborough.
Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.
Discover
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
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
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
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!
The Hastings area offers a good range of campsites suited to both campervans and motorhomes, from vineyard-adjacent parks to coastal retreats. Most sites provide powered pitches, dump stations, kitchen facilities, and hot showers. Several holiday parks in the wider Hawke's Bay region cater specifically to larger vehicles with drive-through sites and full hook-ups, making Hastings a comfortable base for touring.
Hastings offers several options for parking larger vehicles in and around the city centre. Overnight parking in public streets is generally not permitted for self-contained vehicles without checking local council rules. The Hastings District Council provides designated areas and encourages use of certified self-contained vehicles at approved sites. Always check signage for height and length restrictions before parking.
A super - first - campervan trip! As it was our first experience to rent a camper we had many questions which were very promptly and clearly answered. When we collect the camper, Eline and Ido made us feel very welcome and took much time to explain how everything worked and how to get the best out off the van. We found the camper very easy to drive (we did quite some km that week!) - everything worked well and we found the (longways) beds very comfortable. It was an ideal vehicle for our 2 person trip. The trip went seamlessly and we had a great time. Ideal camper from ideal "hosts"! Would very much recommend.
zeer fijne camper om mee rond te trekken. bij ophalen een zeer uitgebreide uitleg gekregen en er is een boekwerk in de auto met alle praktische zaken. en mocht het dan nog niet lukken dan kun je de eigenaar appen en je krijgt zeer snel duidelijk uitleg. een aanrader dus
De communicatie met Bert verloopt erg prettig, de overdracht zowel bij ophalen als bij het terug brengen van de camper is erg prettig. En last but not least; wat een leuke camper, van alle gemakken voorzien en rijd super! Zeker een aanrader!
An absolutely brilliant experience from start to finish, and I can't recommend Gertjan and his camper highly enough. Communication was a real highlight. Gertjan was happy to chat the whole way through, which made everything so easy, and he was wonderfully flexible and relaxed about pickup and drop-off rather than being strict on timing. He even collected me from Ljubljana airport and drove me back at the end of the trip. He's also a car mechanic, and honestly that gave me huge peace of mind. It's one thing to rent a van that looks good, but knowing it was in genuinely excellent mechanical shape meant I never had a single worry on the road. And the van itself completely surprised me. It's a nineties VW California, so you might expect a bit less comfort, but the opposite is true. It's a fantastic drive, smooth and confidence inspiring even over the Vršič pass, and it's clearly been looked after beautifully. It has everything you could need: a two burner gas hob, a fridge that worked perfectly, comfortable bedding, and a layout that's genuinely easy to switch from driving mode to sleeping mode and back. It made ten days of solo travel through Bled, Bohinj, Bovec and Kobarid feel effortless. One lovely thing to know is that Gertjan is a real people person who clearly cares about his guests. He'll happily talk you through everything and share his enthusiasm, and you can tell the van and the whole experience really matter to him. Thank you Gertjan for an unforgettable trip. I'd rent from you again in a heartbeat.
Prima camper. Alles aanwezig wat je nodig hebt. Watertank niet nodig gehad. Let op bij camperplaats. Vw is niet zelfvoorzienend (geen toilet) dus campings zijn ok of camperplaats met camping voorzieningen. Vriendelijke eigenaar die je altijd om raad kunt vragen. We hebben een heerlijke week gehad.
Heerlijk busje!! Alles is vlot verlopen en makkelijke communicatie. Het lakenpakket is zeer handig en zorgt dat je zelf met niet te veel hoeft te sleuren. Wij hebben alvast genoten van lady orange.
