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4.3 (42 reviews)
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Josh S.

Great service and value! I love that unlimited miles are included in the cost. Not to mention, the June rate was great too! The Kuga van had no problems over a ten day trip and we had plenty of propane left over when we got it refilled before returning. It was very spacious and easy to convert the bench seating into the bed. We did not use any hook ups in order to save money and did not need the microwave at all. The fridge and interior lights are well powered with solar power. There are plenty of places to park for free when traveling with the van. It is just hard to be covert with "Campervan Rental" on the side.

Eric V.

I had nothing less than an outstanding and seamless experience with Travellers Autobarn both in Inglewood, CA and at the San Francisco locations. My girlfriend and I set out on a California road trip from LA to San Francisco and had mapped out a route that would take us through Joshua Tree, Death Valley, Sequoia and Yosemite National Parks. The pick-up process was completely seamless and we were helped by Jordan at the Inglewood location. We ventured out in the height of the pandemic (November 2020), and Travellers Autobarn has beyond exceeded my expectations in regards to sanitation and cleanliness. We arrived with the van ready for pick-up with all the necessities included which was provided by Travellers Autobarn with the assistance of one of the Australia representatives Amy. We took off and immediately acclimated and got comfortable with driving the 18ft van which is similar to driving any truck as I drive a pick-up at home. They also provided a handy radio transmitter so I can play music off my iPhone and have GPS ready. I do recommend bringing a phone holder to attach to the dashboard. We ventured over 1000 miles and never had an issue with the van other than a blown fuse that blew probably under my control. I did get that replaced at a gas station as I was savvy enough to trouble shoot the issue. The Kuga van we had rented was a complete tank and was able to keep us off grid with the perfect amenities. The fridge, sink, stove and lights all worked off the auxiliary power (solar panels) so we can remain off-grid without worrying about shore power or a campsite hook-up. We did however, book a powered hook-up site for one night where temperatures hit below 20f so we could use the provided heater which needed a power source. Other than that it was fine adventuring through Sequoia and Yosemite with adequate sleeping bags even during winter. Overall, the experience with Travellers Autobarn has been nothing less than 5 stars and I would highly recommend it to any travelers looking to try something new or rent a campervan to take you off-grid! Even the customer service line provided any answers for questions we may had. I apologize that I can not recall the name of the manager of the San Francisco (Hayward, California) location. But, I do want to thank him for his help and accommodation as we arrived late for the drop-off time and he also was very kind and directed us the best way to get to our hotel. This review is my honest testimony. However, Travellers Autobarn had provided us with the van in exchange for my honest review. Please feel free to check out my adventure with the van on my YouTube channel - Eric Ventures.

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Derek F.

Awesome campervan! The Kuga was perfect for my wife and I. The van was not the fastest but ran well with no issues. Stove, sink, fridge and interior lights worked great. Everything was clean and the inside didnt have any funky "van" smells. Pick up and dropoff were really good too, thanks Russell in LA! Highly recommend!

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Nikolay T.

My family had a great time with the Kuga van. It's very convenient and affordable, accommodates up to 3 people. Good alternative to RV as it's very mobile and can park anywhere. Includes gas stove, microwave, solar powered fridge, sink and more.

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Shayna S.

So I booked through RV share. I had some issues in the past with "their system", and then updating payment charges. I came to Travelers Autobarn to pick up the RV and I believe RV Share did not charge properly when I paid in full. Also RV share had me picking up at LA instead of Hayward. So the Vince and Jared really helped me out with charges that were improperly handled and they made sure I was taken care of. And any questions I Had they answered with ease and poise. These 2 work hard cleaning, checking the vans, and bringing customers in. I can't tell you how much this was appreciated especially since I was nervous about this trip. I hope you too get a raise. Thank you for your hard work.

My daughter and her boyfriend ready for their 9 day adventure from the Bay Area to Zion/Grand Canyon/Joshua Tree!
Katelyn E.

We rented a van for our daughter and her boyfriend as a Christmas gift. (pictured below) The whole process was a breeze. Pick up and drop off was super simple. The best part is there are no hidden fees!!! (No young driver fee and no miles fee) My daughter and her boyfriend had a blast on their 9 day road trip. They were safe and did not have any mechanical issues. This company was established in Australia so don't be alarmed when you talk to someone from Australia! Everyone we encountered within this company was kind and genuine. Overall, it was a FUN TRIP and a great Christmas present for my daughter. I really hope this company succeeds in America because we will be using them again!

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Russ Z.

What an amazing experience! Did a 3 week rental during COVID to get out of San Francisco and what a great way to travel across the country. The van has everything you need and more to enjoy the great outdoors in an environment where most campgrounds are still closed, limited, or fully booked. The ultimate freedom to sleep, cook, and travel anywhere you want. The customer service was exceptional and I can't wait to book my next adventure with Travellers Autobarn. A+++++

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3rd time renting with these guys! Van was easy to use and check in and out was quick.

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