7 RVs for rent in Albia, IA
SuperhostTravel Trailer in Albia
2021 • 5.0 (30)
$175 USD /night
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2026 • 5.0 (3)
$120 USD /night
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2011 • 5.0 (3)
$110 USD /night
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2017 • New listing
$150 USD /night
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2022 • 4.9 (2)
$135 USD /night
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$110 USD /night
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Albia RV rental: How it works
7 RVs for rent in Albia, from $110 a night. Pick one up yourself, or have the owner deliver it and set it up at any of 6 campgrounds near Albia, IA. Travel trailers, motorhomes and camper vans, all insured, most pet-friendly.
1. Explore RV rentals
Browse a wide range of campervans, travel trailers, and motorhomes. Filter by dates, price, amenities, RV type, or delivery availability to find the right fit for your trip.
2. Choose pickup or delivery
Pick up your RV from a local host in Albia, IA or arrange delivery directly to your campsite, home, or other approved destination.
3. Get ready to travel
Confirm your booking and coordinate details with your host before departure. Insurance coverage and roadside assistance are included, so you can travel with confidence.
Albia RV rental reviews - 4.9 out of 5 from 73 renters
2026 Jayco Travel Trailer
Easy and great guy to work with! Camper was a nice stay! Thanks for a great weekend!
KV
Katie VannoyAug 2026
2021 Forest River Travel Trailer
Tim is very nice and easy to work with. My family enjoyed staying in his camper for 10 days! I look forward to renting again!
NB
Nicole BlakemanAug 2026
2026 Jayco Travel Trailer
Was there on time , did what he had to do , camper was very clean , communication was spot on ! I’d definitely rent the camper in the future!!
BB
Brandon BohmAug 2026
2021 Forest River Travel Trailer
Communication with Tim was great , camper was set up and ready when we got there. We had a wonderful family vacation.
JH
Janet HissemAug 2026
2021 Travel Trailer
We had a great time camping. Heather was great and very quick to respond with any questions I had. Camper was great and everything that was included with our trip. I would definitely be renting from them again.
Scott EllerbrockAug 2025
2021 Forest River Travel Trailer
Very easy and good communication. Very nice guy and does good working with you and answering in a timely manner
Destiny DrewJul 2025
2021 Travel Trailer
Very cool experience 😀 we had a blast!
Lauretta MacCreadyJul 2025
2021 Forest River Travel Trailer
Tim was great! Quick to respond, showed us around when we got there, answered any and all questions. The air in the back room doesn’t work well, which wasn’t a problem for our kids. For elderly or very small children it might which is the only reason I mention it. All in all, this was a great experience & would 10/10 recommend Tim. We didn’t take any pictures of the RV unfortunately.
Lynsey KartchnerJul 2025
2021 Thor Motor Coach Class C
Great hosts, very communicative. The RV did the job! Thanks!
Courtney CraigMar 2025
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Frequently asked questions about renting an RV in Albia, IA
How much does it cost to rent an RV in Albia, IA?
Great news: RV rental in Albia, IA is one of the most affordable ways to enjoy southern Iowa's lakes and historic towns. Travel trailers typically start around $75 to $125 per night, campervans and Class C motorhomes range from $150 to $250 per night, and larger Class A motorhomes can run $250 to $400 per night. Booking midweek or during shoulder seasons in May or September is the easiest way to score a cheap RV rental Albia visitors love. Pro tip: bundling delivery with a multi-night stay at Honey Creek often costs less than driving back and forth from Des Moines.
traveliowa.com/Do I need a special license to rent an RV in Albia, Iowa?
Good news: your regular driver's license is all you need to rent an RV in Iowa. The Iowa Department of Transportation issues Class D licenses that cover vehicles up to 26,000 pounds, which includes virtually every motorhome, campervan, and travel trailer on the RVezy platform. No Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or special RV endorsement is required for personal recreational use. You must be at least 25 years old to book on RVezy, and the platform will verify your ID during checkout. Visiting from abroad? Bring your home country license plus an International Driving Permit (IDP) and you're set for your Albia RV trip.
iowadot.gov/drivers-licenses-ids/get-or-renew-drivers-licenses-ids-permits/drivers-license-types-restrictions-endorsementsWhat protection is included when I rent an RV in Albia?
Every RVezy booking in Albia automatically includes a protection plan plus 24/7 roadside assistance, so you can hit Highway 34 with real peace of mind. You choose your coverage level during checkout (not the host), which means you control how much financial protection you want for your Albia RV trip. Plans help cover damage to the RV during your trip and include roadside support for common issues like flats, lockouts, and breakdowns. Pro tip: pick a higher-tier plan if you are a first time renter heading to Rathbun Lake's winding shoreline roads.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/34008759079835-RVezy-renter-protection-plans-in-detailWhat happens if I need to cancel my Albia RV rental?
You can book with confidence: RVezy sets the cancellation policy for every reservation (not individual hosts), and it includes a grace period after booking when you can cancel for a full refund. After that window, refund amounts depend on how far in advance of your trip you cancel. If a host cancels on you, RVezy helps you rebook or provides a refund or travel credit. You can review the full policy in your RVezy account before you confirm. Pro tip: book early for popular dates like the Albia Restoration Days weekend in late August, knowing the grace period has your back.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/360037736674-Understanding-the-cancellation-policy-for-guestsCan I bring my dog on an RV rental in Albia?
Absolutely, pet-friendly RV rental Albia options are plentiful on RVezy. Just toggle the Pet-Friendly filter when searching and you'll see motorhomes and trailers from hosts who welcome four-legged co-pilots. Once you arrive, Monroe County is wonderfully dog-friendly: leashed pups are welcome on the Albia Rail Trail, at Lake Miami Park, and on most trails at Honey Creek State Park, which sits 20 miles south on Rathbun Lake. Honey Creek Resort allows up to two dogs under 80 pounds at its campsites. Pro tip: pack a towel for muddy paws after Rathbun shoreline walks, and confirm any pet fee directly with your host before booking.
iowadnr.gov/places-go/state-parks/all-parks/honey-creek-state-parkCan the RV be delivered to me in Albia?
Yes, RV delivery in Albia is one of the easiest ways to start your trip, especially if you are flying into Des Moines International Airport (about 90 miles northwest) or Ottumwa Regional Airport (about 25 miles east). Many RVezy hosts in the Albia and southern Iowa area will deliver the RV straight to your campsite at Honey Creek State Park, Lake Miami Park, or a private property, set it up, connect hookups, and walk you through every system. Look for the Delivery filter when browsing listings. Pro tip: delivery is gold for first time renting an RV because you skip the parking-lot learning curve and start your Albia RV trip relaxed.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/360038112794-RV-deliveryWhat's the mileage policy and how far can I drive from Albia?
Most Albia hosts include 100 to 150 free miles per night, with extra miles available at around $0.35 to $0.50 each, and some offer RV rental with unlimited mileage for longer road trips. From Albia you are well positioned for short hops and big adventures: Des Moines is about 90 miles northwest, Pella is about 35 miles north, the Bridges of Madison County around Winterset are about 95 miles west, Iowa City is about 110 miles northeast, and Kansas City is roughly 215 miles south. Pro tip: a 3-night Rathbun Lake loop usually fits inside a standard mileage cap, while a Mississippi River run will want the unlimited option.
rvezy.com/rv-search?SearchAddress=Albia,IowaWhere are the best campgrounds near Albia, IA?
You're spoiled for choice when it comes to RV camping Albia trips. Indian Hills RV Park right on Highway 34 East offers 20 full-hookup pull-through sites year-round and accepts big rigs. Lake Miami Park, a Monroe County park 7 miles north, has 43 sites with 16 full hookups open April through October on a state-owned fishing lake. Honey Creek State Park, 20 miles south on Rathbun Lake, features 149 sites including standard electric and full hook-up, all 100 percent reservable. Albia Reservoir Park offers primitive lakeside camping for smaller rigs (register at City Hall). Pro tip: reserve Honey Creek through the Iowa DNR site as soon as your dates lock in.
iowadnr.gov/places-go/state-parks/all-parks/honey-creek-state-parkWhen is the best time of year for an Albia RV trip?
Late April through mid-October is prime time for RV rental Iowa adventures around Albia, with the absolute sweet spots being May, June, and September. Spring brings highs in the 60s to low 70s with blooming countryside, summer averages 80 to 86 degrees with warm Rathbun Lake swimming, and fall delivers crisp 60-degree days and gorgeous foliage along the Albia Rail Trail. July and August can hit the upper 80s with humidity, so AC-equipped rigs shine then. Pro tip: book the last weekend of August for Albia Restoration Days, when the Victorian town square hosts a parade, vintage car show, and gospel fest you won't find anywhere else.
weather.gov/dmx/climateI've never rented an RV before. Is it really doable in Albia?
Yes, and Albia is genuinely one of the easiest places in the Midwest for first time renting an RV. Southern Iowa's roads are wide, flat to gently rolling, and rarely congested outside of Des Moines rush hour. Every RVezy host provides a hands-on orientation at pickup covering driving, hookups, the generator, slide-outs, and waste tanks, so you're not figuring it out alone. You can also message any host directly through the listing before booking with as many questions as you need. Pro tip: choose a Class C motorhome or small travel trailer for your first Albia trip. They drive like a large van or pickup and park easily at Lake Miami or Honey Creek sites.
iowadot.gov/driver-s-manualWhat if something goes wrong on the road near Albia?
You are never on your own. Every RVezy rental includes 24/7 roadside assistance as part of the protection plan, covering flat tires, dead batteries, lockouts, towing, and mechanical issues anywhere in Iowa. One call and help is dispatched to your location, whether you are on US-34 outside Albia, parked at Honey Creek State Park, or pulled off on Iowa Highway 5. Your host is also a resource and many will answer the phone day or night. The closest hospital is Monroe County Hospital right in Albia. Pro tip: save the roadside assistance number in your phone before pulling out of the driveway.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/34008759079835-RVezy-renter-protection-plans-in-detailCan I take my Albia RV rental across state lines?
Yes, interstate travel is welcome on most RVezy rentals, and Albia is a fantastic launchpad for an RV road trip from Albia into neighboring states. Popular routes include heading south on US-63 to Mark Twain country in Hannibal, Missouri (about 130 miles), east on I-80 to the Quad Cities (140 miles), or northwest to the Loess Hills along the Missouri River (200 miles). Travel into Canada may be allowed with host approval and updated documentation, but travel into Mexico is not permitted because insurance does not extend there. Pro tip: tell your host your planned route at booking so they can confirm everything fits their listing policy.
iowadot.gov/mapsHow much will fuel cost on my Albia RV trip?
Iowa is one of the friendlier states for RV fuel budgets. Gas prices in the Albia area typically hover near or slightly below the national average, and you'll find stations along US-34 and Iowa Highway 5 with easy big-rig access. Realistic fuel economy: campervans get 18 to 22 miles per gallon (MPG), Class C motorhomes average 10 to 14 MPG, Class A motorhomes average 7 to 10 MPG, and a pickup pulling a travel trailer typically gets 9 to 12 MPG. For a 300-mile loop around Rathbun, Pella, and Des Moines, budget roughly $80 to $150 in fuel. Pro tip: fill up in Albia or Ottumwa rather than smaller towns for the best prices.
eia.gov/petroleum/gasdiesel/How far ahead should I book campgrounds near Albia?
For peak summer weekends at Honey Creek State Park, reserve as soon as the booking window opens (three months in advance) through the Iowa Department of Natural Resources online reservation system. The campground is 100 percent reservable and sells out fast for Fourth of July, Labor Day, and any holiday weekend. Indian Hills RV Park in Albia takes phone reservations and is easier to grab last minute. Lake Miami Park (Monroe County) accepts both reservations and walk-ins April through October. Pro tip: midweek arrivals (Sunday through Wednesday) at Honey Creek are dramatically easier to score, and the lake views are exactly the same.
iowadnr.gov/places-go/state-parks/reservationsWhat are the driving conditions like around Albia?
Driving an RV around Albia is genuinely relaxing compared to most US destinations. The terrain is gently rolling southern Iowa farmland, US-34 and Iowa-5 are well-maintained two and four-lane highways, and traffic is light outside of harvest-season tractor encounters. Watch for deer at dawn and dusk (Monroe County has plenty), summer thunderstorms with occasional severe weather warnings from the Des Moines National Weather Service office, and winter ice from December through February. The roads into Honey Creek State Park and Lake Miami are paved and big-rig friendly. Pro tip: download Iowa 511 for real-time road conditions before any long drive, especially in winter or storm season.
hb.511ia.org/What amenities do campgrounds near Albia offer?
Local campgrounds make life easy. Honey Creek State Park offers full hookups (water, electric, sewer), flush restrooms, hot showers, a dump station, paved roads, and a 6-lane boat ramp on Rathbun Lake. Indian Hills RV Park in Albia provides 20/30/50-amp electric, full hookups, WiFi, laundry, cable TV, a pool, and dump service. Lake Miami Park has 16 full-hookup sites plus electric-only options. For dump and water fills between stops, Honey Creek's dump station is open to registered campers and Indian Hills welcomes day-stoppers for a small fee. Pro tip: top off fresh water in Albia before heading to Albia Reservoir Park, which is primitive with only vault toilets.
iowadnr.gov/places-go/state-parks/iowa-state-parks/campingWhat's typically included inside an RVezy rental in Albia?
More than you'd expect. Most motorhome rental Albia listings come fully equipped with a real bed (or two), a kitchen with fridge, stove, microwave, sink, and cookware, a bathroom with toilet and shower, climate control with both AC and furnace, dinette seating with seatbelts for travel, and exterior storage for chairs and gear. Many include a generator for off-grid stays at Albia Reservoir, a TV with DVD or streaming setup, and some hosts offer WiFi hotspots as add-ons. Linens, kitchen kits, and outdoor mats are commonly available too. Pro tip: check the listing's amenities section and message the host to confirm anything specific to your group, like a high-chair or pack-n-play.
iowadnr.gov/places-go/state-parks/iowa-state-parksWhat add-ons and options can I get with my campervan rental Albia?
Campervan rental Albia hosts often offer a buffet of practical add-ons: delivery and setup (popular for Honey Creek and Lake Miami), generator hours for boondocking, bike racks, kayak or paddleboard carriers (a Rathbun Lake essential), camping chairs and tables, propane top-offs, linen and kitchen packages, and even firewood. Pickup and dropoff are typically at the host's location in or near Albia, but delivery within a 50-mile radius is common. Mileage allowances usually run 100 to 150 miles per night with overage fees clearly listed. Pro tip: review the listing's add-on list before booking and bundle what you need at checkout to lock in pricing instead of paying extra at pickup.
traveliowa.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/How does payment and the security deposit work?
Payment is simple and secure: you pay through RVezy at booking using a credit or debit card. A refundable security deposit is held separately from the rental payment shortly before your trip starts, and it is released back to your card after dropoff assuming no damage and a clean return. To avoid any deposit issues, complete the pre-trip walkthrough with photos, follow the host's fuel and dump-tank instructions, and return the RV on time. Pro tip: snap your own time-stamped photos of the interior and exterior at pickup. It takes two minutes and protects everyone.
help.rvezy.com/hc/en-us/articles/360038106214-How-the-security-deposit-works