About This Company

Before, Lucky Rentals offers hire for Jucy Crib and Jucy Condo, along with their own Lucky Roamer. However, all three units are no longer up for rent, hence the limitation in their fleet. Presently, they only have Lucky Rookie and the new Lucky Roadie on their collection. One thing that gives them an edge is that they try to beat quotes from competitors by 7%. So, if you want to get the most out of your rental, they can provide you with better rates. 


Concentrating on the budget market, Lucky Rentals Australia has multiple depots across Australia. Their fleet is heavily linked with Jucy rentals. Find out why...

With Lucky Rentals, you'll probably get lucky in terms of spending your money on adventures rather than on expensive campervan hire. Well, they are an ultimate budget campervan rental company in Australia that caters to those looking for the cheapest campervan around. If you're wondering why Lucky Rentals is largely associated with Jucy, it is because the latter sends off their older vehicles to Lucky Rentals as soon as these are no longer suited to the Jucy brand. Most big companies do this to protect the brand but continue to run an asset that is still useable, and Jucy is one of them. Whilst they only have depots in Cairns, Sydney, and Perth, they also offer pick-up/drop-off in Brisbane and Melbourne.

Considering this campervan hire practice, expect the Lucky Rentals vehicles to be older and have some wear and tear, but of course, they will be much cheaper. Jucy has been making quality vehicles for years and whilst the new ones under the Jucy brand have better designs and attributes, the older model available at Lucky Rentals is the reason why Jucy has become the one of largest campervan hire companies, not just in Australia, but also in New Zealand. The Lucky Rentals fleet is composed of Toyota and Nissan models, all automatic transmission and sleeps 2 to 4 adults. 

A 1997-1999 Toyota Tarago, Lucky Rookie is a 2-berth campervan that acts like a race car with a hostel room in it. This means you have lots of freedom to wander along the scenic roads and park your vehicle at times―but not the interior space. Because of its dimensions, you may not have the luxury to move around inside the unit. This ex-Jucy campervan is the cheapest selection on fleet, so it may be quite worn out.  Even so, it's still reliable on the road and it offers you the basic camping facilities like gas cooker, double bed, CD player, and radio. So far, the Lucky Rookie is ideal for couples or backpackers on a very tight budget. 

With just enough space for 3 people, Lucky Roadie is a nice campervan that you can easily drive and park. This is built on a typical Toyota Hiace, with some nice touches like 2 burner gas cooker, microwave, and fridge. There are two sleeping options inside―one from the rear lounge and the other from the roof area. Unfortunately, this unit is only available in Cairns, Sydney and Perth. 

As recommended by most companies, either to earn sales or help renters, you can pay the priciest yet the safest insurance option. For Lucky Rentals, they suggest the 'Sure Thing' coverage that requires you to pay $30/ day and you will enjoy NIL/ $0 excess and piece of mind. This one also covers multiple tyre replacement, one windscreen replacement/ multiple windscreen chips, and free extra drivers. If you think the first option is quite pricey, then there's the 'On the Fence' at $20/day with a liability of only $2,000. And if you really don't want to bother having insurance coverage, then take the 'The Gambler' that does not require a single cent but provides a risk of $3000 on your bank account.

Though Lucky Rentals offer outrageously cheap campervans that continue to entice the budget market, their reputation is something to ponder on. They have several bad reviews that significantly put them out of the top picks. The competitive prices are serious lures, but of course campervan dependability and nice customer service are much more important. Also, since they only have limited fleet of vehicles, it might be hard to find a vehicle that fits your needs, especially if you're travelling with your family or friends. 

We consider Lucky Campers Australia an OK company, especially if you are looking for cheap camper hire. You can hire from this company with your eyes open because firstly, their campers are old, These have been used a lot, hence the more maintenance it needs. All of these mean that you should, at least, expect something wrong with your campervan. The question will be just how wrong that thing will bemaybe a broken cigarette lighter, maybe stained curtains, maybe a glowing engine light, or maybe a full breakdown. There is going to be wear and tear and lots of KM's on the clock. Aim low and go in the believing you got a 'bargain' by getting a flash campervan at a bargain price and you may be in for a surprise. 

Pros & Cons

✓ Pros

  • Cheaper rates
  • Rents to 18yo+, not just 21yo+
  • Multiple depots

✗ Cons

  • Older campervans
  • Only 3, spread out depots
  • Questionable reputation
  • Lots of negative reviews

Vehicle Fleet

Lucky Rookie
2 berth
Lucky Roadie
3 berth

Features & Amenities

🍳Kitchen Facilities
🚿Shower / Toilet
☀️Solar Panels
❄️Refrigerator
🛏️Bedding Included
🔧24/7 Roadside Assist
📡GPS Navigation
🏕️Camping Equipment

Customer Reviews

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Matei ★ 1.0/5
Worst rental company ever!!
Worst rental company ever!! Absolutely DO NOT TAKE IT! It is going to destroy your holiday. It destroyed ours. After one week the engine was not starting anymore and we had to call the road assistance. Of course we had to pay for all of that. The fridge was not working. And in the middle of the trip the doors were starting not to lock anymore. Additionally. the van consumes tons of fuel. We had to fuel every 350 km. Worst experience ever.
Switzerland · Mar 2026
J. Freitas Gaioti ★★★★★ 4.5/5
Review of my Lucky-Rentals-Australia hire
Nice and confortable van!! Safe trip!!
Afghanistan · Feb 2020
J. Freitas Gaioti ★★★★★ 5.0/5
I don’t know if I recommend you guys
Customer service not professional! Van was old, but good!
Afghanistan · Feb 2020
S. Naqasima ★★★★★ 5.0/5
Lucky Rental Christchurch
After reading mostly bad reviews I was a little worried what I was getting myself into renting from Lucky. However I had a really great experience. Olivia who did my booking was super friendly and helpful. I hired a Radeo for 1 week. Was a great experience and I preferred this vehicle than the Spaceship I had rented. I would rent again from Lucky rentals Christchurch.
Australia · Nov 2019
E. Last ★ 1.0/5
Shouldn't be on the road
'Lucky' vehicles are decommissioned Juicy vans painted white, we discovered too late. Filthy and barely roadworthy. Ours broke down within 5 minutes of leaving, an engine part having been nicked for another van and not returned! Don't rent these vans.
Australia · Nov 2019
P. L ★★★ 2.5/5
zero maintenance and effort to correct issues
We picked up the Lucky Roamer in Brisbane, with no real introduction. We found within the first few days that the vehicle needed some major work as it was so old without any restorative work completed. work to be done|: Just to give you an idea of the kinds of things which should have been done prior to rental Wing mirrors fixed Rear shocks replaced as they bang every bump when four people in van Check tire pressures .. when we took it the pressures where 15,25,30,50 To find out later that the passenger rear tyre has a slow leak Clean and remove small from roof top camper (it was impossible to stay in the rooftop for more than five minutes without throwing up) Fix seats in camper so they form benches on both sides of table Fix table Repair and clean seat upholstery Repair dashboard cracks around radio Repair overhead console.so it works Repair DC outlet so it will charge cell phones Sort out transmission when traveling about 100kmh Repair fridge door Repair or install freezer door Supply cooking utensils None of these items should have to be done while the van is on rental. They should have been done prior to rental. We should not have to give up a day or more chasing around looking for a .mechanic and then waiting the day for him to fix all this while we are renting and on holiday Clearly this vehicle is in need of major time (it has over 420,000km) This vehicle really has earned a good rental time and needs work if it is to continue.
Canada · Mar 2019

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