McRent motorhome hire in Iceland: depot, models, reviews

Q: Where is McRent’s depot in Iceland?

McRent hires out from a single address, Smiðjuvellir 5a, 230 Reykjanesbær, in the Keflavik district. The international airport is a few kilometres away and Reykjavik around fifty, via Route 41. Opening hours and any transfers from the airport are shown in each offer: read them before choosing your flight time.

Q: Which McRent model should you choose for a trip to Iceland?

For two, the Urban Plus is easy to park near the busiest waterfalls; the EcoLine 2 or the Compact Plus offer a more spacious living area. For four, compare the EcoLine 4, the Comfort Plus and the Family Standard, the only one available as an automatic. For six, the EcoLine 6 is the logical choice.

Q: Can you hire an automatic McRent motorhome in Iceland?

Yes, but only one observed model is automatic: the Family Standard Automatic, a low-profile with four seats and four berths. The other nine models, including all those with two or six berths, have a manual gearbox. If an automatic is essential, book early for the summer and filter the search by transmission to see the other rental companies.

The rental company

McRent in Iceland, a single departure in Keflavik

In Iceland, the Erwin Hymer Group’s rental company, itself part of the American company Thor Industries, has only one address: Smiðjuvellir 5a, in the municipality of Reykjanesbær, in Keflavik. The international airport is only a few kilometres away, so you can collect the motorhome shortly after landing, without crossing Reykjavik, located around fifty kilometres away.

Ten models were observed by CoolDrive: the Urban Plus campervan, the EcoLine 2 and EcoLine 4, Compact Plus, Comfort Plus and Family Standard low-profiles, then the EcoLine 6, Family Plus and Family Luxury overcabs. Only one comes with an automatic gearbox, the Family Standard Automatic.

The 42 McRent offers observed in Iceland in October 2026 all include unlimited mileage, with an excess of €2,800 whatever the vehicle. None of the models is a 4x4: the Highland tracks remain out of reach.

Our verdict: a solid choice for Route 1 and the major sites accessible by car, with proper coachbuilt motorhomes rather than basic campervans. To weigh up before booking: a single depot, so a loop is a must, July prices much higher than in spring and a winter choice limited to the campervan in our surveys.

Rental company profile

McRent in detail: what you need to know

The key facts to decide whether McRent suits your trip.

General information

Trade name: McRent · rental arm of Erwin Hymer Group, owned by Thor Industries
Rental company website: mcrent.eu
Ranges available in Iceland: Urban, EcoLine, Compact, Comfort, Family · ten models observed in October 2026
Breakdown of models: 1 campervan, 6 low-profiles, 3 overcabs · according to the vehicle sheets on the website
Berths: From 2 to 6 · six in the EcoLine 6
Transmission: Manual, except for one model · the Family Standard Automatic, four berths

Rental conditions

Distance allowed: Unlimited · in the 42 offers observed in Iceland
Excess: €2,800 · the same amount for each observed model
Age and driving experience: Stated in each offer · to be checked before booking
Highland F-roads: Restricted to 4x4s · none of the observed McRent models is a 4x4
Vehicle return: In Keflavik · only one McRent depot observed in the country
Insurance cover: Described in the offer · check how wind, gravel and river crossings are handled

Insurance and extras

Equipment provided: Listed in the offer details · crockery, bedding and heating to be checked
Extras: Depending on the offer · to be added when booking, not at the counter

Network and availability

Depot in Iceland: Smiðjuvellir 5a, 230 Reykjanesbær · Keflavik district
Keflavik Airport: A few kilometres away · transfer arrangements to be read in the offer
Reykjavik: Around fifty kilometres · via Route 41, along the Reykjanes Peninsula
Countries in the McRent network: 20 · Northern and Western Europe, Japan, New Zealand

The fleet

McRent vehicles in Iceland

Models offered by the rental company. Not all of them are available at every branch: the search form shows availability and prices.

C-class motorhome

Campervan

Urban Plus 4 2 Manual

Low-profile motorhome

Observed prices

Prices recorded at McRent in Iceland

Vehicle	Winter January	Spring April	Summer July
Campervan	from €253/day median €253/day	from €240/day median €240/day	from €417/day median €417/day
Low-profile motorhome	—	from €247/day median €271/day	from €432/day median €464/day
Large motorhome	—	from €262/day median €275/day	from €528/day median €553/day

Daily prices recorded at McRent on October 22, 2026 for a 14-day rental from its branches in Iceland: CoolDrive selling price, mandatory fees included. 100% of offers with unlimited mileage. Median excess: €2,800.

Branches

McRent branches in Iceland

Keflavik

McRent Iceland c/o McRent Iceland ehf. Airport

Smiojuvellir 5a, 230 Reykjanesbaer, Keflavik

See the branch View map

Network

McRent also operates in 19 other countries

Comparison

McRent compared with other rental companies in Iceland

Our comparison of the country's rental companies: each has its strengths depending on your trip.

Rental company	Vehicles	Mileage	Best for
McRent	Campervan, low-profiles and overcabs (Urban, EcoLine, Compact, Comfort, Family)	Unlimited in 100% of observed offers	Ten models with up to six berths, 1 departure city
Camper Iceland	Campervans, including 4x4s (Thor, Tyr), and Motor Home motorhomes	Limited in the observed offers	4x4 and motorhome range, 1 departure city
GO Camper	Go Smart, Lite, Big converted vans and 4x4 versions	Unlimited in 100% of observed offers	Wide choice of campervans, departure from Keflavík
RV Iceland	Forster and Caratour campervans, a few Weinsberg and CaraHome motorhomes	Unlimited in 100% of observed offers	Mainly campervans, 1 departure city
Holdur	Campervans, converted Toyota Hilux pick-ups, Dacia Duster with roof tent, motorhomes	Unlimited in 100% of observed offers	From 4x4 with roof tent to motorhome, 1 departure city
Rent Easy	Family Classic motorhomes, including one automatic and one five-seater	Unlimited in 100% of observed offers	Also Erwin Hymer Group, 1 departure city

Our view

McRent: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?

McRent is ideal if…

You are flying into Keflavik and want to avoid a detour through the capital
You are doing the whole of Route 1: mileage is not limited in any observed offer
You are six: the EcoLine 6 offers as many berths as seats
You want a proper living area rather than a 4x4 with a roof tent
You only drive automatics and four berths are enough for you

McRent is not ideal if…

You dream of Landmannalaugar, Kjölur or other F-roads restricted to 4x4s
You want to start in Akureyri, Seyðisfjörður or central Reykjavik
You are travelling in midwinter with a large motorhome: only the campervan was observed in January
You are looking for a six-berth automatic: the only automatic model has four
You are travelling in July on a tight budget, when observed prices rise sharply

Practical tips

Our tips for booking with McRent

Check the roads and the wind every morning

Icelandic weather changes quickly, even in summer. Before each stage, check road conditions on road.is, forecasts and wind warnings on vedur.is, and the alerts on safetravel.is. A tall coachbuilt vehicle catches a lot of wind on the south coast: slow down, or postpone the stage if gusts are forecast.
Open the doors facing into the wind

Park facing into the wind and hold the door firmly as you get out: a gust can rip it off. Read in the offer how the insurance covers this type of damage, as well as gravel chips and river crossings, as these points are often dealt with separately in Iceland.
Sleep at campsites

In Iceland, spending the night in a motorhome outside a designated site is in principle prohibited, unless the landowner agrees. Locate your campsites in advance, especially in the East and the Westfjords, and check their opening dates: many close between autumn and spring.
Fill up before remote areas

Outside the Reykjavik and Akureyri areas, petrol stations become sparse and many are unstaffed. The pumps often require a card with a PIN: check yours before departure. Fill the tank as soon as it is half empty before the Westfjords or the crossing of the North-East.
Photograph the vehicle at departure

At the Keflavik depot, walk around the motorhome with the agent: bodywork, windscreen, tyres and sills, where gravel leaves marks. Take dated photos, check the living area inventory and note the assistance number. These precautions make the return easier.

What travellers ask

Your questions about McRent

Where is McRent’s depot in Iceland?

McRent hires out from a single address, Smiðjuvellir 5a, 230 Reykjanesbær, in the Keflavik district. The international airport is a few kilometres away and Reykjavik around fifty, via Route 41. Opening hours and any transfers from the airport are shown in each offer: read them before choosing your flight time.

Is mileage counted with McRent in Iceland?

No: the 42 McRent offers observed by CoolDrive in Iceland in October 2026 impose no cap, from the Urban Plus campervan to the Family overcabs. A real advantage when the Route 1 loop alone exceeds 1,300 km and Snæfellsnes, the Reykjanes Peninsula or the Westfjords mean leaving the main road. Only fuel is at your expense.

Which McRent model should you choose for a trip to Iceland?

For two, the Urban Plus is easy to park near the busiest waterfalls; the EcoLine 2 or the Compact Plus offer a more spacious living area. For four, compare the EcoLine 4, the Comfort Plus and the Family Standard, the only one available as an automatic. For six, the EcoLine 6 is the logical choice.

Can you drive on F-roads with a McRent motorhome?

No. In Iceland, Highland tracks, numbered with an F, are restricted by law to four-wheel-drive vehicles, and none of the observed McRent models is one. Off-road driving is also prohibited everywhere. For Landmannalaugar or Kjölur, you need a 4x4, offered for example by Camper Iceland or Holdur in our surveys.

How much does a McRent hire cost in Iceland?

According to our prices observed in October 2026 for a 14-day hire, including mandatory fees, the McRent campervan starts at €240 per day in April. At that time of year, the medians are around €271 for a low-profile and €275 for a large motorhome. In July, they rise to around €417, €464 and €553. In January, only the campervan was observed, at around €253.

Verified customer reviews

They rented with McRent

4.3

818 reviews

Impeccable

Guy J.

Iceland · Oct 2025

Avis Vérifiés

SIMPLE AND EASY PROCESS TO BOOK, ALTHOUGH THE INSURANCE TOPIC IS NOT VERY CLEAR ON THE WEBSITE.

Iceland · Aug 2024

Trustpilot

Very good, very flexible and accommodating during this complicated period.

(anonymous)

Iceland · Aug 2020

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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — McRent motorhome hire in Iceland

Why book McRent with CoolDrive?

A search on CoolDrive puts McRent alongside GO Camper, Camper Iceland or RV Iceland for the same dates departing from Keflavik. The advertised price already includes mandatory fees. Our experts help you choose between a coachbuilt motorhome and a 4x4 depending on your itinerary and the season, and remain reachable if a question arises during the trip.

What excess applies with McRent in Iceland?

All the McRent offers observed in Iceland show an excess of €2,800, from the campervan to the largest overcab. This amount is payable by you in the event of covered damage. The security deposit, how it is blocked and any reduction options are described in the offer; ask us for advice if the insurance seems unclear to you before booking.

Can you hire an automatic McRent motorhome in Iceland?

Yes, but only one observed model is automatic: the Family Standard Automatic, a low-profile with four seats and four berths. The other nine models, including all those with two or six berths, have a manual gearbox. If an automatic is essential, book early for the summer and filter the search by transmission to see the other rental companies.

Can you sleep wherever you like with a McRent motorhome?

No. For several years, Icelandic law has in principle prohibited spending the night in a motorhome outside campsites, unless the landowner gives permission. There are campsites at regular intervals around the island, but in July pitches go quickly. Include the cost of nights in your budget and book those at the most popular sites.

When should you hire a McRent motorhome in Iceland?

From June to August, the days are very long and all coastal roads are open, but observed prices reach their peak. April or September offer much gentler rates, with more unpredictable weather. In winter, our surveys show only the Urban Plus campervan: snow, ice and short days make this season best left to experienced drivers.

Do you have to return to Keflavik at the end of a McRent hire?

Yes, in practice: McRent has only one depot observed in Iceland, so the vehicle goes back to where you picked it up. Plan your trip as a loop, for example via the Golden Circle, the south coast, the Eastfjords, Lake Mývatn and then Akureyri. The full tour takes at least ten days to drive without rushing; add more if you are aiming for the Westfjords.

About us

Your McRent motorhome in Iceland, compared and booked on CoolDrive Nomad

McRent hires out in Iceland from Keflavik, on the Reykjanes Peninsula, a few kilometres from the airport through which most travellers arrive. Ten models have been observed there: an Urban Plus campervan, EcoLine, Compact, Comfort and Family low-profiles, and overcabs with up to six berths. Mileage is unlimited in all the observed offers and the excess is €2,800. These vehicles are made for Route 1, the Golden Circle or Snæfellsnes, not for the Highland F-roads.

On CoolDrive Nomad, you compare McRent with the other Icelandic rental companies, from GO Camper’s campervans to Holdur’s converted 4x4s, then pay an amount that includes mandatory fees from the outset. Vehicle size, season, insurance cover: a CoolDrive expert guides you before you confirm. Enter your dates to see the exact price.

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