Best Boat Rentals Near Alameda, CA

Name: 20' Recreational Boat in Oakland/Alameda Estuary
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Top Alameda Boat Rentals and Yacht Charters

$63+ /hour

Alameda, CA

5.0 (2 bookings)

20' Recreational Boat in Oakland/Alameda Estuary

2 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 8 passengers

$1,270+ /hour

Alameda, CA

5.0 (15 bookings)

80' Luxury Yacht!

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

Rent a Marlow downeast in Emeryville, CA near me

$236+ /hour

Emeryville, CA

5.0 (1 booking)

Captain & Fuel Included - Cruise In Comfort 37 Foot Trawler

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$192+ /hour

San Francisco, CA

An Offshore Performance Sailboat Experience

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 4 passengers

$331+ /hour

Oakland, CA

5.0 (3 bookings)

MY Way Charters

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$162+ /hour

San Francisco, CA

5.0 (140 bookings)

Great times, great views, great sailing!

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$1,096+ /hour

Alameda, CA

Luxury Adventures • Date Night • Anniversaries • Surprises • Proposals

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$169+ /hour

Richmond, CA

5.0 (24 bookings)

Beneteau 46, Double Master Cabins!

4 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 8 passengers

$97+ /hour

Oakland, CA

5.0 (4 bookings)

Nancy II is a Fun boat to sail

4 - 8 hours Captain optional

Up to 6 passengers

$339+ /hour

Oakland, CA

EXPLORE THE VIBRANT SAN FRANCISCO WATER FRONT

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

Rent a Catalina sloop in Alameda, CA near me

$114+ /hour

Alameda, CA

5.0 (16 bookings)

sailboat charters

2 - 6 hours Captained

Up to 4 passengers

$223+ /hour

San Francisco, CA

5.0 (1 booking)

Come Cruise the San Francisco Bay on a 40ft Yacht!

3 - 6 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

Rent a Beneteau USA cruiser in Emeryville, CA near me

$303+ /hour

Emeryville, CA

Beneteau Grand Turismo for Private Charter

4 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

Rent a J Boats cruiser in San Francisco, CA near me

$300+ /hour

San Francisco, CA

4.9 (17 bookings)

Fast & Fun J/105 - UP to 6 Pax, With Captain

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$375+ /hour

San Francisco, CA

5.0 (22 bookings)

Charter the Loveliest 37 footer on the Bay

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$350+ /hour

San Francisco, CA

5.0 (1 booking)

Charter Miss Molly - Swim, Tour, Fish, & more!

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$650+ /hour

San Francisco, CA

58’ San Francisco Party Cruiser up to 49 passengers!

2 - 3 hours Captained

Up to 49 passengers

$350+ /hour

Oakland, CA

5.0 (37 bookings)

Ready to Cat around SF Bay?

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 10 passengers

Top boat rentals reviews in Alameda, CA

300,350

Customers Reviews

4.95

Avg. Rating

5/5 stars

20' Recreational...

Excellent experience! The boat is very comfortable and handles great, Derek was very communicative and friendly -...

Olya

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

20' Recreational...

We can’t recommend this experience on Derek’s boat enough! We had an awesome time! The views were breathtaking, the...

Juan Alejandro

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

Ready to Cat...

It was wonderful experience, captain was really funny and everyone was super helpful.

Shobhit

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

80' Luxury Yacht!

We rented the boat for a company celebration. Everything was great. Hospitality was top notch, thank you Leah and...

heidi

Aug 2025
5/5 stars

MY Way Charters

We had a great time on the boat for our work trip! The boat was spacious, we were able to play our music, and our...

Lexie

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

MY Way Charters

Made a last minute reservation on a holiday week for a personal celebration. I figured most people would be stand...

Justin

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

MY Way Charters

We had an unforgettable July 4th thanks to David and his incredible boat rental experience. Cruising around...

Liam

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Beneteau 46,...

We had a great time with captain Cal sailing around the bay! He was very accommodating and helped keep our passengers...

Zachary

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

Great times,...

This Catalina 36 is the perfect size for a small sailing party and for cruising on the San Francisco Bay. It is well...

Howard

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

Charter Miss...

Moll and Eric were a great team. Super knowledgeable about the area.

Laura

Mar 2025
5/5 stars

Great times,...

A classic Catalina. The Sea Horse is a well kept 36 and a treat to be aboard. Thank you Georg! As a fellow Catalina...

John

Feb 2025
5/5 stars

Great times,...

The boat was the perfect size for our crew! We were able to sit 6 people comfortably on the top deck and if anyone...

Afshin

Jan 2025

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to rent a boat?

The cost to rent a boat depends on whether you are renting for a half-day or a full day, the boat features and the boat size can impact your boat rental price. Rental prices can range from $200 to $1,000 plus depending on the boat rental itself and the length of time of the rental.

How many people can fit on the boat rental?

The number of people who can fit on boat rental largely depends on the boat’s size and how many life jackets are on board. Currently the coast guard allows a maximum of 10-12 people on a Boatsetter boat rental.

How old do you have to be to rent a boat?

You must be 18 years old to rent a captained boat and 25 years old if you would like to rent a bareboat charter.

Do I need a boating license to rent a boat?

Boating license requirements vary from state to state. As a renter, you are responsible for understanding local state requirements.

How much does it cost to rent a boat for the day?

The cost of renting a boat for the day on average ranges from $200 to $1200. The cost to rent a boat varies depending on the size of the boat and the length of time that you will be using the boat.