20 simple & stylish motorhome interior design ideas

Once you’ve purchased your motorhome, it’s time to really think about its interior. Don’t just slap on any old paint or chuck in a few cushions – taking time on your motorhome’s living space can really make a difference to its look and feel.

Plus, the right interior will make it more attractive to potential hirers so that you can earn back the cost of its decoration! Pick up some inspiration below with our 20 top motorhome interior ideas.

20 best motorhome interior ideas

1. Think theme

Deciding on a particular theme for your motorhome is a fun way to decorate the interior, like this funky beachside theme with “Le Petit Chateau” in Rockingham. You could also have a jungle theme, colourfully family-friendly, five-star hotel…let your imagination run wild! We love how Le Petit Chateau combines its beach theme with baskets, towels, cushions and plants to bring everything together.

2. Get colourful

Colour can be added to your motorhome interior in loads of easy ways and is one of the simplest techniques to make everything look cosily homely. “Pip” in Laurieton combines an eclectic assortment of colours with splashes of blue, yellow, orange and plenty more, all coming together to create a fun, creative design.

Or why not add bright seat coverings throughout the motorhome? You can try your very own DIY upholstery job, or bring in the professionals for the perfect lift.

3. Go five-star

Having a fixed space doesn’t mean skimping on the luxuries. Plenty of our motorhomes for hire in Australia are decked out to hotel standards, perfect for making your motorhome attractive to potential guests. The bed and bedding space in “Le Petit Chateau” in Rockingham, wouldn’t look out of place in a luxury hotel. Likewise with the laid-back, natural design of the interior of the “Sunny the Coaster”.

4. Make your bed special

Even if you can’t quite stretch to five-star style, the bed is the most important feature in any motorhome! NELLIE MELBA in Bowral uses an eye-catching quilt set to really make their bed stand out.

“Sunny the Coaster” also creates their own laid-back, minimalist vibe through their use of natural colours on their bedding.

And you can’t go past the simple, DIY lights on “Lazy Sunday Motorhome” which add the perfect sparkle!

5. Or use a simple splash colour with a throw pillow

Just as the bed’s important in creating your overall interior effect, so is the bedding. Leave a bit of money in your budget to add quality sheets, duvet covers and pillowcases – they’ll be lovely to snuggle into after a day on the road, and will make your motorhome look hotel-smart for potential guests.

Using white or cream bedding is a deceptively simple way to keep things looking smart in your snooze space – you can then add splashes of colour with runners and cushions.“Affordable Luxury” does this to great effect with blue patterned cushions on the bed, a theme continued throughout the motorhome.

6. Stain the walls and fixings

Most motorhomes are kitted out in a wooden effect, whether that’s solid timber fitting or easier to fit plywood. You can stain (then wax) either to create a polished and professional look, like motorhome “My Valentine” in NSW. Note the stylish double bed, clever bedside shelving and mounted TV too!

Check out the amazing walls in “Le Petit Chateau” that actually blend into the floors, creating a gorgeous beach look throughout.

7. Add stylish flooring

Don’t forget about your motorhome flooring when it comes to adding a tasteful wood effect! “The Pineapple Express” in Mullumbimby has flooring that would suit even the most luxurious home.

You can add tongue and groove style wooden planking to your motorhome floor, or keep it budget-friendly by adding a quality vinyl floor. Check out the dark stain of the gorgeous “Lifes Rebounder” in Broadbeach.

1. Mix and match

Of course, you don’t have to stick to one type of material for your motorhome interior! “Ruby” in Winnebago uses a mix of leather seating, wooden interior floors, and bright fittings all matching up in an overall sophisticated style.

9. Get clever with your kitchen

There are countless ways to install or add to a motorhome kitchen. Most motorhome owners’ first priority will be to have something functional, but we highly recommend getting decorative after that! Motorhome kitchen space will be one of the most visible areas in your vehicle, so having a smart look quickly adds to the overall effect.The beautiful benchtops of “HOW Kirra” in Tumbi Umbi, shows how much a little style has a big impact.

10. Add a cover to your sink

Your motorhome kitchen will be one of the most visible areas of your van, but also among the most used. Combine function and style with a hinged cover for your sink, which can also double up as a chopping board.

This “Winnebago Esperance”motorhome creates a modern and tidy effect by using covers for the gas hob as well as the sink, as does “Fifi the Fiat” in Altona. The incredible Avida Cedunain WA makes use of their gorgeous kitchen benchtops, extending the spaces in the campervan and stocking essentials like a toast, coffee machine and a kettle.

And speaking of kitchens, a full-size oven is one of the most luxurious motorhome features you can offer to hirers! See “Winnebago Esperance”for an idea of how it all fits together. This “Coffs Harbour Motorhome” even has a full-size fridge with a coffee machine. Talk about luxury!

11. Double your space

As with your sink, be inventive with storage in every inch of your motorhome – with every feature, always think about how you can extend or double its use. This “Winnebago Esperance” uses a nifty technique of popping a bed above the driving seats to maximise all the space available to them. Also, check out this fold-out bed in this Mercedes Sprinter Nomad that adds extra space in seconds! You can also add more eating space with the clever pull-out table design in “Fifi the Fiat” in Altona.

12. Add windows wherever possible

Fit in enough windows to let in lots of light. As with everything in motorhomes, think inventively! You don’t have to stick with the number of windows already fitted – add more if you can. The large windows in Frankie bring in heaps of natural light and great views without leaving your bed!

13. Get inventive with upholstery

Some motorhome owners decide to stick with the upholstery already fitted in the van, but adding your own touch is another easy way to make your motorhome look stylish and cosy. It can be as simple as draping throws or blankets over seating areas and adding cushions, as with “Get Away With Vida” in Portland, Victoria.

The patterned look of “HOW Kirra” combined with some colourful cushions also makes the perfect statement. Plus, check out the funky fruit cushions in “Shiloh” from Noosa - guaranteed to lift any mood!

14. Add plants and flowers

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implest, most cost-effective way to add a quick splash of colour to your motorhome? Add flowers! Bouquets, plants or even a couple of single flowers in a simple vase instantly make a vehicle look like home, such as in“Keeno” # 2 in Myaree WA, along with this gorgeous table setting in “Home N Away Motorhome” in Inverell.

Finally, you can’t look past the gorgeous flowers in a jug set up at “Sunny the Coaster” - such a quaint and cute look! You can even get creative with stylish hanging plants seen in “Champagne & Truffles” in QLD.

15. Use mood lighting

The lighting possibilities for motorhomes and campervans really are endless. We love the downlights inHump Hump 2021 in Hindmarsh. You can also make use of an outdoor light as shown in “The Birdi Deluxe” in Adelaide. The DIY lights on “Lazy Sunday Motorhome” also add the perfect sparkle!

16. Make your bathroom smart

OK, it’s not a place you’ll spend (or want to spend) much time in, but don’t neglect the bathroom when thinking of your motorhome interior. The gorgeous bowl sink in “My Valentine” in NSW really rates a feature statement, whileHump Hump 2021 in Hindmarsh goes for a five-star feel. The gorgeous bathroom bench of “Lindy” in Cheltenham, really adds to the motorhome with a large window offering the perfect view. We also love the bedroom/bathroom matching look created by “WinniBee” in New Farm.

17. Buy chic curtains

Whether your personal style goes for bright colours or prefers something more muted, elegant curtains are an easy way to make your motorhome look smart.“Le Vintage” in Kewdale adds elegant patterned curtains to complement the neutral interior.

18. Show off your style!

We love the style shown in Lennox Head rental “Affordable Luxury” where the owners have really brightened up the place! Their use of upholstery is both colourful and fun, with the Coca-cola bottle opener conveniently placed as a feature. There’s even a run of lights through the motorhome, with leaves hanging above the window. It’s unique in every sense of the word. There’s also the gorgeous cushions and throw blankets used by “Wanderland” in Leichhardt, which really add style.

The beautiful added touch of plants and shells on the little shelf at “Sunny the Coaster” is such a gorgeous way to show your sense of style.

19. Add a “smart” TV

A TV or other entertainment system is a popular choice for many motorhome owners (and hirers). But don’t just add a screen anywhere it will fit – make it part of your motorhome interior.“Lindy” in Cheltenham combines practicality with style by mounting a TV within easy viewing of a comfy lounging space.

20. Fit a bathroom cupboard

As we’ve said, motorhomes and other # vanlife vehicles need to use space as smartly as possible. You might think there isn’t room in a motorhome bathroom for a cupboard to hold cosmetics and toiletries, but this stylish motorhome in Valentine NSW shows otherwise. Note all the drawers under the sink, along with cupboards up high to make the most of the available space. Also, take note of all the shelf space added to this Lennox Head rental “Affordable Luxury”.

Get started on your favourite motorhome interior ideas

You should now be ready to start bringing your favourite motorhome interior ideas to life, whether starting from scratch or adding your own twist to the suggestions above!

Need more inspiration? Check out theseunique motorhomes to find the perfect design. If you live in a colder region in Australia or plan to use or hire out your motorhome all year round, you can also get some ideas from these motorhomes for winter use.

Of course, before you get started, you need a motorhome! If you’re still in the buying stage, we’ve got you sorted. Here’s some tips for buying a motorhome to help you out!

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