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Deep in the depths of the Portuguese countryside, in a town named Arrabal, lies this enchanting, charming, picturesque locale.
A special accommodation designed down to the last detail around an innovative concept, it whisks you away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life to enjoy some leisure, peace, and rest.
This double-decker bus promises to provide you with a memorable journey without you having to move an inch.

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leiria

beaches

Batalha
Monastery

Alcobaça
Monastery

vale
do lapedo

n. 18 arrabal
leiria, portugal

vale
maior

Sanctuary
of Fátima

come
with us

This trip promises …

“Worse than not finishing
a trip is never starting.”

Amyr Klink

2019 was the year in which a retro bus
from the 60s was turned into a home.

Meet the Marcelino family!
A welcoming, close-knit, involved, generous, creative, energetic family who are excellent hosts, among other things. They’re who’s in charge. The family’s passion for restoration and hosting led to them setting out to create a unique accommodation in 2017.
Finding an old local bus for sale was the last piece of the puzzle to make the dream come true. Restoring it themselves, they parked it on the family farm, marking the beginning of this beautiful project. 2019 was the year of recognition and growth.
Being ranked among the best accommodation options and made an Airbnb Plus listing served as proof that they were on the right track. Thanks to the family’s daring nature, despite the scepticism of some and spurred on by the belief of others, they have made Arrabal, in the municipality of Leiria, an attractive, internationally renowned tourist site.

The Camping Bus is surrounded by orange, fig, chestnut, and walnut trees and overlooks a grove of olive trees over which the first floor provides pleasant views. The Camping Bus is surrounded by orange, fig, chestnut, and walnut trees and overlooks a grove of olive trees over which the first floor provides pleasant views. It is also equipped with several outdoor attractions: an outdoor pool, jacuzzi, garden, vegetable patch with a range of vegetables available to guests, a terrace with a barbecue and 8-seater table, a fireplace for chillier nights, a hammock from which to listen to birdsong on sunny afternoons, or even your favourite playlist thanks to a Bluetooth ambient sound system, and bicycles waiting to be taken out.

An immersive experience in nature.

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  •   ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️A nossa estadia no Camping Bus com o Ricardo foi simplesmente inesquecível! Desde o momento em que chegámos, sentimos a atenção e o carinho em cada detalhe: os sabonetes artesanais... read more

    thumb Cátia Alexandra
    December 8, 2025

      Thank you, Ricardo! This double-decker is truly AMAZING — a cozy home away from home. It’s fully equipped with everything you could possibly need, and the location is perfect. You’re... read more

    thumb Samantha
    November 16, 2025

      We had the perfect, cosy, quiet weekend at Riccardo’s lovely bus-conversion this Autumn. We brought our puppy with us and he had the time of his life running around the... read more

    thumb Ailsa
    November 9, 2025

      Vale a pena mesmo. Toda a equipa foi extraordinária

    thumb Mariana
    November 2, 2025
  •   Eine geniale Idee mit dem Doubledecker, sehr schön gebaut, viele coole Details und bequeme Betten, funktionale Küche und geniale Aufmerksamkeiten wie die Handgemachten Kekse und Seifen, Brot am Morgen und... read more

    thumb Natalie
    October 16, 2025

      Adorámos a estadia no Camping Bus! O espaço é acolhedor e cheio de detalhes especiais. O cesto com pão quente de manhã foi um mimo delicioso, e a banheira de... read more

    thumb Elena
    October 12, 2025

      O espaço é exatamente o que está anunciado. Toda a envolvente é de uma tranquilidade especial.O Ricardo e a família são excelentes anfitriões e fizeram-nos sentir em casa! Muito obrigado... read more

    thumb António
    September 24, 2025

      Os anfitriões, o Ricardo e o pai, foram pessoas excepcionais, disponíveis e que nos puseram completamente à vontade para descobrirmos toda a propriedade. Aconselho vivamente esta experiência!

    thumb Paula
    September 21, 2025
  •   Het verblijf was fantastisch. Het is een bijzondere locatie echt een ervaring.We werden goed ontvangen echt super vriendelijk. Ook voor ons zoontje was deze locatie top. Speeltuin/ zandbak en de... read more

    thumb Fascha
    September 19, 2025

      We had such a wonderful stay! Ricardo and his whole family were amazing — always present when needed, incredibly kind and friendly, and truly supportive throughout our time there. I... read more

    thumb Lara
    September 8, 2025

      Nossa estadia foi maravilhosa! O local é lindo, muito bem cuidado, tudo super limpo, tem tudo o que precisas. os anfitriões foram super receptivos! A jacuzzi estava uma delícia e... read more

    thumb Daniele
    September 6, 2025

      Foram só duas noites para sair da rotina e descansar um bocadinho.adorámos a experiência, muito bem preparado para famílias, desde a piscina ao parquinho infantil.Sabem receber os hóspedes com a... read more

    thumb Cinderela
    September 4, 2025
  •   We had a great stay at the bus. The accommodation is extremely clean and comfortable and equipped with everything you need. The cake, bread and baked treats were delicious and... read more

    thumb Lucy
    September 2, 2025

      O Ricardo é um anfitrião 5*! Responde sempre, super educado, simpático! Assim como a família! Deixou pão fresco todas as manhãs! E as bolachas … que delícia!! Quero a receita... read more

    thumb Rute
    August 29, 2025

      We werden heel hartelijk ontvangen door Ricardo en zijn familie. We vonden het super tof om in de campingbus te verblijven. Leuke uitstappen in de buurt (wel auto nodig) en... read more

    thumb Evi
    August 25, 2025

      Un véritable petit coin de paradis niché au milieu des oliviers. Les propriétaires sont absolument adorables et nous ont comblés de délicates attentions : pain frais le matin, petits gâteaux... read more

    thumb Pierre
    August 13, 2025
  •   Nous avons passé un merveilleux séjour dans le bus de Ricardo. Insolite, au calme, avec des jeux pour les enfants... mention spéciale pour la livraison de pain et de beignets... read more

    thumb Colin
    August 3, 2025

      Ficámos duas noites neste camping-bus e adorámos a experiência! O espaço está muito bem restaurado, cheio de charme e com uma ideia original que resultou na perfeição. Estava tudo extremamente... read more

    thumb Carine
    July 30, 2025

      Great place for a peaceful family holiday. We really enjoyed the pool, the playground, and just chilling next to an olive garden. The hosts are welcoming and we instantly felt... read more

    thumb Tatiana
    July 28, 2025

      We call it an adventure at Ricardo's place. It is beautiful, fun and peaceful. The small details are beautiful like the morning bread delivery on the bus and the world... read more

    thumb Magnea
    July 22, 2025

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The most original getaway of the year

https://www.nit.pt/fora-de-casa/turismos-rurais-e-hoteis/a-escapadinha-mais-original-do-ano-dormir-num-autocarro-retro-dos-anos-60-em-leiria
The most original getaway of the year 1178 830 Camping bus
The Very Best Airbnbs in Portugal – Top Picks for 2023 1280 852 Camping bus

The Very Best Airbnbs in Portugal – Top Picks for 2023

In January 2021 Camping Bus was listed in the best Portugal airbnb on the Wander-Lush page. Emily is the writer,…

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Camping bus wins Airbnb Plus badge. 1920 1080 Camping bus

Camping bus wins Airbnb Plus badge.

In July 2019 we won the Plus badge. The accommodation has been checked by a quality control inspection visit to…

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