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Apollo motorhome hire in Ireland

Vans, low-profile and overcab motorhomes with two to six berths, departing from Cloughran, a few minutes from Dublin airport

branch
1
departure city
1
models
8
countries
5
with an automatic gearbox, including both overcabs
5 models
in the Voyager overcab, the largest model in the Irish range
6 berths
  • Airport branch
  • Pick-up in Cloughran, a stone’s throw from Dublin airport
  • A single Irish depot, north of Dublin
  • Manual or automatic gearbox depending on the model
  • Eight models, from the van for two to the six-berth overcab
  • Wild Atlantic Way and Causeway Coastal Route within driving distance
  • Apollo network in four other countries, including the United Kingdom

Official website of the rental company

The rental company

Apollo in Ireland, departing from Dublin airport

Hailing from Australia and brought together with the thl group (Tourism Holdings) in 2022, the Apollo brand rents its vans and motorhomes in Ireland from a single depot: the Advance Business Park in Cloughran, on Old Airport Road, a few minutes from the Dublin terminals. The brand may also offer departures in Northern Ireland, but our Irish page lists none: check this point in the offer.

The Irish range has eight models. Among the vans, the Duo and the Saver 2 are aimed at couples, while the Explorer sleeps four; among the low-profile models, the Saver 4, Duo Plus and Traveller Plus gain living space, and the Traveller and Voyager overcabs go up to six berths. Five models have an automatic gearbox; the Duo and the two Savers remain manual.

Our October 2026 records contain no Irish Apollo offer: included mileage, excess and security deposit are shown in each offer. The rental company generally announces kitchen and camping equipment, such as tables and chairs, to be checked in the booking details.

Our verdict: a convenient departure point for anyone landing in Dublin, equally within reach of the west coast and the Antrim coast, and the choice between manual and automatic gearboxes. Weak points: a single address, none on the west coast, overcabs that are wide for the narrow roads of Kerry and Connemara, and terms still missing from our records.

Rental company profile

Apollo in detail: what you need to know

The key facts to decide whether Apollo suits your trip.

General information

Brand
Apollo · Apollo Motorhome Holidays, founded in Australia
Group
thl (Tourism Holdings) · merger completed in 2022
Vans
Duo, Saver 2, Explorer · from 2 to 4 berths
Low-profile
Duo Plus, Saver 4, Traveller Plus · from 2 to 4 berths
Overcab
Traveller, Voyager · 4 and 6 berths, automatic gearbox
Official website
apollorv.com

Rental conditions

Gearbox
Automatic on 5 models · Duo, Saver 2 and Saver 4 with a manual gearbox
Driving
On the left · km/h in the Republic of Ireland, miles in Northern Ireland
Currency
Euro and pound sterling · pound sterling in Northern Ireland
Mileage
Specified in the offer · no Apollo offer recorded in October 2026
Excess and security deposit
Amounts stated in each offer
Age and licence
To check before booking · may vary depending on the model
North-south border
No checks on the road · permission and insurance to check in the offer
M50 toll
Barrier-free, around Dublin · to be paid online by 8 pm the day after passing
One-way hire
Not guaranteed · enter the drop-off city in the search

Insurance and extras

Assistance
Announced by the rental company · number to keep in your phone
Equipment
Kitchen and camping equipment · tables and chairs in principle, details in the offer

Network and availability

Dublin
Cloughran · Advance Business Park, Old Airport Road, near the airport
Northern Ireland
No depot on this page · a departure with Apollo remains possible, to check in the offer
Apollo elsewhere
4 other countries · United Kingdom, Germany, Australia, New Zealand
The fleet

Apollo vehicles in Ireland

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

Low-profile motorhome

Branches

Apollo branches in Ireland

Network

Apollo also operates in 4 other countries

Comparison

Apollo compared with other rental companies in Ireland

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

Rental company Vehicles Mileage Best for
Apollo Duo and Explorer vans, low-profile models, Traveller and Voyager overcabs Not recorded in October 2026, stated in each offer Manual or automatic, departure near Dublin airport
McRent Urban vans, Compact and Comfort low-profile models, Family overcabs Unlimited in 100% of the observed offers Urban to Family ranges, 2 departure cities
Anywhere Campers Vans for two, Adria, Carado and Sunlight low-profile and overcab models Unlimited in 100% of the observed offers 4 departure cities, manual and automatic versions
Our view

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

Apollo is ideal if…

  • Your flight lands in Dublin and you want to hit the road straight from the airport
  • You are torn between manual and automatic: the Irish range offers both
  • You are travelling as a family and want an overcab for five or six
  • You are planning a big loop on the Wild Atlantic Way, from Donegal to Kerry

Apollo is not ideal if…

  • You insist on picking up the vehicle in Belfast: no Northern Irish depot is listed here
  • You want to set off from Galway, Shannon, Cork or Killarney
  • You plan to criss-cross the small roads of Connemara in a large vehicle
  • You want to know the mileage and excess without entering your dates
  • There are more than six of you setting off together
Practical tips

Our tips for booking with Apollo

  1. Leave Cloughran in the right direction

    The Cloughran address is north of Dublin, a few minutes from the airport and the M1 and M50 motorways: you can head south or west without going through the centre. To start with the Antrim coast, the Giant’s Causeway and then Donegal, the M1 runs straight up to the north of the island.

  2. Plan ahead for the M50 toll

    Around Dublin, the M50 has a barrier-free toll on its western section, between the Blanchardstown and Lucan exits. A camera records the number plate and the passage must be paid online by 8 pm the following day. Ask the depot how Apollo handles this toll, to avoid administration fees on return.

  3. Match the vehicle size to the roads of the west

    On the Dingle peninsula, around the Ring of Kerry or in Connemara, the roads are often narrow, lined with dry-stone walls and hedges. For two, a Duo or Explorer van squeezes through more easily than an overcab. With a large model, keep the small roads for daytime and drive without rushing.

  4. Know what changes when you cross from one jurisdiction to the other

    The island has two countries: the Republic of Ireland, with euros and kilometres per hour, and Northern Ireland, part of the United Kingdom, with pounds sterling and miles. Nothing stops you at the border on the road, but check in the offer that the insurance covers both sides and note the speed limits of each.

  5. Inspect the vehicle at handover

    With the agent, note every scratch on the bodywork on the departure sheet, backed up by dated photos. Try the heating, useful even in summer on the Atlantic coast, then the water pump and the hob. Save the Apollo assistance number before leaving Cloughran.

  6. Aim for May, June or September

    July and August concentrate demand, on the roads as well as at west coast campsites. May, June and September offer long days, fewer people and more choice of vehicles. Irish weather remains changeable all year round: slip some rainwear into your luggage, whatever the season.

What travellers ask

Your questions about Apollo

Where can you pick up an Apollo motorhome in Ireland?

A single address is listed: Apollo awaits you in Cloughran, on Old Airport Road, on the edge of Dublin airport. A departure from Northern Ireland may exist with the brand, but it is not shown on this page: check it in the offer before planning your itinerary. The exact address and pick-up time are shown in your booking confirmation.

Which Apollo models are offered in Ireland?

Eight vehicles are listed. Vans: Duo, Saver 2 and Explorer. Low-profile models: Traveller Plus, Saver 4 and Duo Plus. And finally two overcabs, the Voyager and the Traveller. Couples will find what they need in the two-berth models, while the Voyager takes up to six people. Open each model’s sheet to compare the layout.

Can you hire an automatic Apollo motorhome in Ireland?

Yes: the Explorer, the Duo Plus, the Traveller Plus and the Traveller and Voyager overcabs have an automatic gearbox, a real comfort when getting used to driving on the left. The Duo, the Saver 2 and the Saver 4 are manual. If you insist on an automatic, check that it is stated in the offer before confirming the booking.

Can an Apollo motorhome cross into Northern Ireland?

On the road, nothing marks the border: you go from Donegal to the Antrim coast without any checks. Crossing does, however, depend on the rental company’s terms and the insurance: check in the offer that it is permitted. Also bear in mind the change of currency and units, as signs in the north show distances and speeds in miles.

How much does an Apollo hire cost in Ireland?

CoolDrive did not record any Apollo offer in Ireland in October 2026, so we cannot give a price range. Season, duration, model and pick-up city all make the price vary. Enter your dates in the search: every price offered includes mandatory fees, and you see it next to those of the other Irish rental companies.

Verified customer reviews

They rented with Apollo

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Top rates and service

Sonia M.
Ireland · Oct 2025
Avis Vérifiés

Hello, very bad experience with the rental made with Causeway Campers Ltd: the rented camper was damaged from a previous accident with many parts taped up, including the rear bumper, which came loose during the jolts in the middle of the trip that I had to reattach after notifying them with makeshift means, causing stress on the road in the second part of the trip (photo available if needed); upon return, an effect that I am sure is a residual effect from the previous accident became apparent; upon return, I was charged £1000 for this damage on a previously damaged part; this is theft; no response to my requests; I do not recommend this rental company. Vehicle Booking Confirmation #05-3578

Vincent C.
Ireland · Sep 2025
Avis Vérifiés

We needed information to book a van for a stay in Ireland. We received precise answers to our questions, and we interacted with a welcoming and very competent person. We hope that the rest of our reservation will be just as satisfactory.

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Ireland · Sep 2024
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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — Apollo motorhome hire in Ireland

Why book Apollo with CoolDrive?

On CoolDrive, a single search is enough to see Apollo, McRent, Anywhere Campers and other rental companies on the island for your dates and departure city. The price shown already includes mandatory fees. An expert can guide you between models and between manual and automatic gearboxes, and help you spot the key terms before payment.

What excess and security deposit does Apollo require in Ireland?

We have not yet recorded any Apollo offer in Ireland: the excess and security deposit appear, with figures, in the details of each offer. As a rule, the security deposit is blocked on the main driver’s credit card: check its payment limit and look at the options offered to reduce the excess.

Is mileage unlimited with Apollo in Ireland?

Our records do not allow us to say: no Apollo offer was recorded in the country in October 2026. The included mileage is stated in the details of each offer. To tour Ireland via the Wild Atlantic Way and the north coast, you can easily cover several thousand kilometres, so check this point first.

Can you return the Apollo motorhome in another city?

Returning somewhere other than Dublin is not guaranteed, especially as Apollo’s Irish page lists only one depot. To find out, enter a separate drop-off city when searching: only the offers that accept it are then displayed, with any fees. Failing that, plan a route that returns to Cloughran.

Where can you sleep with a motorhome in Ireland?

Campsites and caravan parks are plentiful along the west coast, from Kerry to Donegal, but quickly fill up in July and August. For a night elsewhere, ask the permission of the landowner or of a pub that welcomes motorhomes, and respect local signage. Book the busiest stops in advance.

Which itinerary should you take with an Apollo motorhome in Ireland?

From Dublin, many head west to reach Galway and Connemara, then travel down the Wild Atlantic Way towards the Cliffs of Moher, Dingle and Kerry. Others go north on the M1, follow the Glens of Antrim to the Giant’s Causeway, then cross into Donegal. Two to three weeks let you combine the two.

About us

Hire an Apollo motorhome in Ireland with CoolDrive Nomad

In Ireland, Apollo offers eight models, whether a Duo van for a couple or a Voyager overcab for a family of six, with the choice between manual and automatic gearboxes. Departure is from Cloughran, very close to Dublin airport: ideal for heading to the Wild Atlantic Way, Connemara and Kerry, or north to the Antrim coast and Donegal.

CoolDrive Nomad lets you weigh Apollo up against McRent, Anywhere Campers and their Irish competitors; the price you book includes mandatory fees. As no Apollo offer was recorded in October 2026, read the mileage, excess, security deposit and conditions for crossing into Northern Ireland in the details of the offer. A question about choosing the vehicle, the depot or the dates? Our team will answer it. To find out the exact price, enter your departure city and your dates.

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