Total 10/10 experience with London Boat Rental in Long Beach today! The staff was incredibly…read morewelcoming shoutout to the lady at the front and the guy on the docks for making everything so easy. The Duffy boat is a dream. It's super easy to drive, and you can basically turn it into your own private floating lounge. We brought our own champagne and food, and the Bluetooth speakers were loud and clear. They even have cute captain hats for the group! My only regret: Not booking a longer slot. One hour flew by because it was so relaxing. If you're on the fence, go for the 2-hour booking it's the best way to enjoy the LBC water!

I booked a boat ride in advance, but they canceled the trip on their end…read more While I understand that cancellations can happen (weather, maintenance, etc.), the real issue was what happened after. Getting a refund has been difficult. I've made many attempts to get a hold of someone at the business and via email. No one picks up the phone and I've not received a reply to my email. When a company cancels a service, issuing a prompt refund should be straightforward. Unfortunately, that isn't the case here, and it's created unnecessary stress. I would recommend being cautious when booking and confirming their refund policy ahead of time. Hopefully they improve their customer service and how they handle cancellations in the future.

Nice people getting you off on your journey and a really fun and festive atmosphere at the…read morerestaurant at the dock. Rented a boat and took it out for a couple hours to see the holiday lights and enjoy some friend time on the water. Brought our snacks and drinks and navigated out to the canals of Naples. Beautiful this time of year with all the lights and magical holiday vibes. One thing I would say the rental price does not include a service charge of 15% so your total will be 15% more than you expected. I'm sure they note it somewhere along the way in the paperwork but I missed it and asked later when I saw the charge which they cleared up right away. The map is helpful as you may lose reception out on the water. Low tide gives you a more fun experience than high tide as you can't go under some of the bridges if the tide is too high. Check your tide chart before booking or ask them. Nigel's restaurant there seems really fun too crazy use of a space that was just a sidewalk a few years ago. Definitely a great spot to take off from and lots of restaurant options near the dock.

If I could bottle frustration and sell it, I'd name it after Anchors Away -- that's how perfectly…read morethis place captured the feeling. We were booked for 4 PM. Hours before, they tell us THEY messed up and need us at 3:30. Fine. We show up. Five minutes into the ride, the Bluetooth does not work. Back to the dock we go, dragging a silent boat like it's 1920. They move us to another boat... with a broken table. At this point, the deckhands even admit our time should be adjusted. Enter Nigel, the owner -- the man, the myth, the customer-service void. We ask for fair treatment. He offers a masterclass in how NOT to treat customers: * No flexibility * No ownership * No empathy * No clue how to run a customer-facing business He talks to us like we're inconveniencing him because we expected the boat we paid for to actually work. Then, cherry on top, we get a text later claiming we were late and didn't want to change times. Absolute nonsense. They couldn't even lie well. Anchors Away is the kind of place that turns a fun day on the water into a customer-service horror story. If you value your time, money, or sanity, steer far, far away.

I found Boat & Bottle when looking for a memorable experience to take my wife on for our first…read moreValentine's Day as a married couple, and I am very glad I did. Captain Sebastian was super friendly and a fantastic communicator, making sure we had all the information we needed to make it to the launch ramp on time (directions, parking, etc.). We got lucky and caught a SpaceX launch from the boat, which was surreal to see. We opted for the V-day package which included flowers, chocolates, and balloons and really added to the ambience. Overall it was a magical night, and I highly recommend to anyone looking for a unique date night.

I booked a boat and bottle for my sister's birthday. Captain Sebastian was kind, communicative, and…read morean all around amazing host! We will definitely be booking again!!

Communication was great! Helpful staff, kind, polite and responsive. Having an ash service for…read morefamily member is not something anyone wants to do and these professionals assisted in every way. Thank you for sending our family member off in the best way.

Sadly my family used their services for a scattering and things were so miscommunicated. I made the…read moreeffort to discuss my concerns with the owners to only receive excuses for every concern. At a time of loss, that last thing I want to do is argue. No compassion was shown or remorse. Added more stress to an already difficult time.

it was great! The weather was perfect. The boat crew and educators were knowledgeable and friendly…read more And we saw a blue whale!

the company was very good about sending a reminder about our reservation. The cruise was…read morecomfortable, and we saw whales!! We saw a mother and child finned whale, multiple times. The captain did a great job positioning the boat so everyone got a good view. All in all a great experience.

Great day with Captain Dan, amazing person and fun to have around, we had the boat for the whole…read moreday and had a blast

I was recommended by a friend and this is the 3rd/4th time we booked him for wake boarding. Capt…read moreDan is very friendly and patient with everyone. He would adjust the speed as you need whether if you are a pro trynna go fast and do crazy tricks or if you're a beginner and need to start slow. He would always give you tips to help you learn/improve. Highly recommended!

AMAZING experience. I've booked through others in the past and wasn't as satisfied. We booked for…read moretwo hours on Father's Day. We should have booked for 3. The staff was wonderful! Answered all questions quickly, gave very clear instructions, was waiting for us at the dock when we arrived back from our outtinf. I would book again with Gold Coast.

We loved this rental! Was soo easy to get on and off. Our guide, Abby - was super helpful getting…read moreus set up, and picking us up. We didn't need a captain - and the boat was easy to navigate. They provided some blankets and towels on the boat and even offered to clean. We cleaned ourselves but overall the experience was so nice and really easy to use. Thank you! We will be coming back.

We took Sundiver out to Catalina for our very first day of open water certification dives with…read moreSharkey's, and they made the whole experience incredible. The crew was so friendly and attentive, especially to us newbies. They checked on everyone, made sure we felt safe, and never once made anyone feel inexperienced. That matters when it's your first open water dives. After dive two, they had HOT chicken soup waiting for us and it was actually good. Not just "boat food" good -- legit comforting after being in the water. There were also plenty of snacks between all three dives, which we definitely appreciated. Now that we're certified, we'll absolutely be back to dive Catalina with them again. Even the more experienced divers on board were welcoming and kind. It honestly felt like one big happy dive family. Can't wait to get back out there

Diving in Southern California for almost 30 years, I have a lot of experience. The crew, dive boat…read moreand overall experience were fantastic. We were on the west end of Catalina and got in 3 great dives. Attentive and smooth operation that is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Jack was our gondolier on a Saturday afternoon . Really fun time to spend on the water . Jack knew…read morea lot about several homes in the marina . Highly recommend gondola getaway for a relaxing afternoon . We brought a bottle of champagne to enjoy our voyage .

Hubby booked a gondola through this company 30 years ago as a surprise for our 1st date. We never…read moremade it because back then I got seasick easily and didn't want to risk it. Fast forward...I now have sealegs (which you don't need) so I booked a gondola to see the Naples Christmas lights to get a different view. The weekend before, friends and I walked the canal after the Belmont Shore Christmas Parade, so you can imagine the crowds of people going to see the Naples lights. The gondola is a much better way to see the lights. Booking online was simple. I received a confirmation email and in the email was what to expect. If you bring beverages, they provide a cooler/ice bucket with ice and cups. Connor was our gondolier and he was an absolute champ. He paddled through the canal so quickly that we had more time left on our cruise, so he took us out to the bay which was deserted, but peaceful. We had such a great time thanks to Connor! I highly recommend Gondola Getaway. Their staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. It's well worth the $267.50 (pre tip).

Finally a place that rents boats that you can take into the ocean! Although you're not allowed to…read morego too far out. And they're phasing out their most powerful boat, the 75hp, because of too much abuse and the associated high insurance costs. But they still offer the 40hp boat and that has plenty of power, with a top speed of about 20 knots. It comfortably seats 4 people in designated seats, but can fit an extra two people sitting up front sideways on bench seating. I had a great time. I saw seals sunbathing on the buoys, and I even saw dolphins near the first oil rig island by the Queen Mary ship. Of course you can also get a nice close-up view of the Queen Mary itself. You're allowed to go almost to the Seal Beach Municipal Pier, but not quite. 1hr duration is enough if you want to do a quick single lap of the designated ocean area. 2hrs is highly recommend if you want to take your time and not be rushed. Be sure to bring a light jacket, hat, and sunglasses to protect yourself from the wind and sun. The designated driver is not allowed to drink. I'm not sure if the rest of the guests are allowed to drink. Park near the Yard House restaurant and then walk to the back of the restaurant and you'll see the little hut with the staff in it. If nobody is there then look over the edge to the docked boats because the staff might be down there instead.

The 40hp boat was not powerful enough for 6 passengers out in the Long Beach harbor past the Queen…read moreMary. Because we couldn't get up on a plane, the small waves ended up splashing everyone on the boat. We just puttered around the shoreline marina. It was fun, but a little disappointing at the same time.