My RV Guy
Greenville RV shop for repair, parts and used units, rated 4.7 from 82 reviews.
State guide
RV dealers in Rhode Island
Rhode Island is small enough that a bad dealership is a short drive in any direction, so picking the right lot matters. The state has 4 RV dealers, averaging 4.1 stars. Two offer financing, and the mix runs toward used units plus a motorhome and a travel trailer. Here is what I found after buying two RVs and walking away from a third.
4Dealers listed
4.1★Average Google rating
2Sell used RVs
1Sell motorhomes
2Offer financing
Top-rated dealers
Coastal Vans
Custom camper van shop in West Kingston, RI, with a 5-star rating from 8 reviews.
Arlington RV Supercenter
Family-owned RV dealer in East Greenwich with over 200 units, a 4.3-star rating, and a service team reviewers call stellar.
THE RHODE ISLAND RV SHOW
Providence RV show at the Convention Center with factory rebates, financing, and a parts exhibit.
Where the lots are
Most of the action clusters around Providence and East Greenwich, with Greenville and West Kingston close enough for a weekend look. Arlington RV Supercenter in East Greenwich is the volume player, with 294 reviews and a 4.3 average. It carries used units, motorhomes, and travel trailers, and handles financing, service, parts, and delivery. My RV Guy in Greenville is smaller but sharper on used rigs, scoring 4.7 from 82 reviews, and it also runs service, parts, and delivery. Coastal Vans has a perfect 5.0 from just 8 reviews, so treat that as a thin sample. The Rhode Island RV Show sits at 2.3 from 9 reviews and offers financing and parts.
What to check before you go
Call ahead and confirm the specific unit is on the lot, not at a sister store or in for service. Ask for the stock number and a photo of the actual RV. Two of the four dealers offer financing, so get pre-approved by your own bank or credit union first; it gives you a baseline and keeps the conversation on the out-the-door number. On a used rig, hire an independent inspector. A walk-through at delivery is standard, but it is not a substitute for a mechanical inspection. Check the service department's wait time before you sign, since parts and service are not universal here.
Timing and temperament
Late fall and winter are slower at New England lots, and sales staff have more time to talk. That is when I bought my second RV, and the difference in pace was real. The Rhode Island RV Show, despite its low rating, can be a useful scouting trip if you go with no intention of buying that day. My advice: visit Arlington for selection, My RV Guy for a used unit with a service relationship, and skip any lot that will not let you take a unit to an independent shop. That last point is not negotiable.
Cities with RV dealers in Rhode Island
- Greenville (1)
- East Greenwich (1)
- Providence (1)
- West Kingston (1)
Neighboring states
- Massachusetts (25)
- Connecticut (19)
- New Hampshire (30)
- Vermont (10)
- New Jersey (32)
- Maine (22)
Questions people ask
How many RV dealers are in Rhode Island?
There are 4 RV dealers in the state, with an average rating of 4.1 stars.
Which dealers offer financing?
Two of the four dealers offer financing: Arlington RV Supercenter and THE RHODE ISLAND RV SHOW.
What types of RVs can I find?
The listings include 2 dealers with used units, 1 with motorhomes, and 1 with travel trailers. Arlington RV Supercenter carries all three.
Which dealer has the best rating?
Coastal Vans has a 5.0 rating from 8 reviews, but the sample is small. My RV Guy has a 4.7 from 82 reviews, which is more established.