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Tahoe Sports Tahoe Keys Boat Rental in South Lake Tahoe

4.2 (199) 2435 Venice Dr E #91, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, United States

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Boat rental service
Boat dealer
Canoe & kayak rental service
Ski rental service
Snowboard rental service
Water sports equipment rental service

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South Lake Tahoe, El Dorado County, California, US

Phone: +1 530-544-8888
Site: https://tahoesports.com/

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Total reviews rating 4.2

199 Reviews for Tahoe Sports Tahoe Keys Boat Rental 2024:

Review №1

2024-06-25 18:45:22

We have rented boats from several places in town and this place is by far the best of them all. Great boats, easy to get in and out of the marina, everything is seamless and easy here. This is our new go to place to rent a boat in Tahoe.

Review №2

2024-06-25 01:36:58

An exceptional team, these guys are professionals and deserve a five - star review. Our trip was flawless, every detail taken care of. This is by far the best boat rental company at Lake Tahoe. The best day on the lake all because Chris took care of everything from start to finish. All I can say is WOW!!!

Review №3

2024-06-25 03:50:11

Outstanding rental service. Had an excellent time on one of their boats. Handled great, had a sweet sound system, and had no problems. Super easy pick up. Was on the water within 10 min. Highly recommended.

Review №4

2024-06-18 21:10:44

I had a 10/10 experience at Tahoe Keys Boat Rental! The team that was working this last Sunday afternoon were spectacular and had such great energy. Dustin was so much fun and super helpful. I’d definitely come back for any water sport rental needs and highly recommend this welcoming/positive environment 😄

Review №5

2023-05-28 16:02:47

We had a great time on the water. Fun for groups, families, friends, and double dates.The business was professional. Rachel was informative and such a pleasure to work with. Staff was supportive and emphasized safety and tips for the area. Location is a nice stretch from Emerald Bay and perfect for a 2 to 3 hour tour. Boats a new, clean, and well maintained (look at the new prop they put on)!Depending on how fast you go, it’s a nice 20 to 25 minute ride to Emerald Bay, which will take your breath away! They provide safety briefings for the boat and the area, so you will have a fun and safe time out of the water!Hats off to Rachel and the crew! We will be back!Tips: use common sense, go slow in the marina, stay in the deep enough water, maintain situational awareness, make sure you know the safety equipment, if things get bumpy slow down, make sure you and your guests don’t get bumped out of the boat and hold tight, intercept the swells and waves at an angle and not head on to minimize the bumps.Good luck and stay safe!

Review №6

2024-06-26 22:02:29

The best place to rent boats in Lake Tahoe. We did it for my birthday and it was a really nice and a very clean boat. We really enjoyed it and the service was great and very helpful. We ll be definitely back to rent.

Review №7

2019-06-08 23:25:51

Wonderful experience! This was my first time on a boat in along time and I had the best time! Water was a little choppy, but the staff warned us ahead of time. We got a great understanding of the boat I was comfortable with operating it. I suggest you Google map where you are going so you can get back, but it was fairly easy to find. Emerald bay is beautiful and I also suggest you get to Emerald Bay faster and drive back leisurely. Worth the money and youll see some fantastic views!

Review №8

2024-06-26 22:27:35

Rented a boat during the weekend it was amazing! The staff was super friendly and helpful with any questions we had. We will definitely we back!!!!

Review №9

2021-06-28 05:15:41

This place is professional and friendly. Very informative staff who was able to answer all my questions and tell us some history of the lake and unique places to visit. Boat was clean and ran smoothly, crew gave a good recommendation of a boat for me and my family.

Review №10

2024-05-23 23:49:00

I just had the best day of my life. Huge thank you to the staff. Best prices on the lake. Come here if you would also like to have the best day of your life also!!! 😀

Review №11

2020-07-06 18:34:24

We had a phenomenal time with a group of 26 of us. We rented two Gold Class Pontoons (13 people on each).Drove out to Emerald Bay and tied up our two pontoons to each other and floated for a solid 2.5 hours, then headed back.One of the best parts was bringing a DJ table and speaker, and setting those up for maximum vibes.Tahoe Sports was SO helpful and nice in getting us ready. The price was awesome and we ended up only paying something like $35 in gas per boat after getting back.We WILL be back for more next time we head up to Tahoe.

Review №12

2020-08-24 15:41:40

We rented a wave runner from here and everyone from the start was super helpful and answered all of our questions. jorge i believe his name was, helped us out and was friendly. this was the perfect ending to our week trip in northern cali. lake tahoe is beautiful and we were lucky to be helped by this place!

Review №13

2021-07-05 00:04:47

We had an amazing experience renting a powerboat for a few hours here. Reservation system was easy. And they were able to promptly get us on the water when we arrived. The dock hands were very kind and hardworking and did a great job giving us the run down of the vehicle and taking us out and bringing us back into the marina. We would definitely repeat the experience! Thank you!

Review №14

2024-06-24 04:36:16

We had a great time! The staff was great and it was such a great experience! Would definitely recommend to everyone.

Review №15

2022-09-25 21:52:35

Awesome service. Very professional. They explained the whole thing very well and were fair with prices. I really enjoyed the boat and the lake - made a great memory. Will rent again!

Review №16

2020-09-03 16:34:17

We had an amazing experience that we won’t ever forget! Finding this place was not hard at all and was very close to our resort. Everyone was so nice! The front office man got us all checked in and showed us a video. We then waited for our boat. The boys who showed us the boat were so nice and so helpful! We had so much fun out on the water and got so many pictures! You can play music on the boat from your phone and can bring water and snacks. I can’t wait for our next trip out here! I know what we’re doing!

Review №17

2023-08-24 23:53:25

Great day out on the water! Staff was super friendly and helpful. The rental process was efficient and quick. We rented a Gold Class Tritoon boat. The boat was clean and well maintained. It handled great out on the lake. Easy to get in and out of the marina. I would rent from Tahoe Sports again. Thanks for a great experience at Lake Tahoe!

Review №18

2021-07-06 16:37:14

Comfortable, clean boats, friendly staff. But super long long for checkin in the morning which ate into our rental time, and that was a real bummer. Also, they didnt mention you would have to pay for gas afterwards (another $60).

Review №19

2020-07-17 13:51:32

Great place. We were 2 adult couples with pets, stayed 5 days and enjoyed Lake Tahoe.Everything was as advertised except the Barbecue was in need of work lava rocks and no way to fence off the dock for children and pets.

Review №20

2023-07-23 01:32:57

We rented a pontoon boat for the afternoon and had sooooo much fun! Brandon helped us thoroughly prepare for our adventure. He was beyond friendly and personable. He made sure we were prepared and knew everything we needed to know to have a successful day on the water. I highly recommend booking a boat!

Review №21

2020-08-23 21:04:01

Fun time on the lake, over priced and the boats are hella old and beat up! Also, expect to be charged 499 per gallon about 2 bucks more than anywhere else. Go to Rum Run to get the gas or expect to pay 200 more in gas for the day use. They need to get better boats for the 1k day rental

Review №22

2023-07-02 20:14:03

Very friendly and professional rental company. They gave us grace time to get in and out of the marina and did not charge us extra for that time.The boat was clean and their instructions were clear and easy to follow.

Review №23

2020-08-28 20:45:17

You deal with a terrible service at this place - you would wait for 1 hour for a promised boat to find out that it was given to someone else. And they dont have these boats anymore.Be warned and better use a different rental.

Review №24

2023-07-27 19:57:26

READ BEFORE SIGNING!!! TLDR; I feel that they deceptively rented boats as a money grab for tourists when the water conditions were not safe. The “advisory” at the rental desk wasn’t commensurate with the risk. But they check the box and make you sign several papers in a row.Edited to add: you can make your judgement on their customer service based on the owner’s response. We tried to respectfully deal with this in person and I advised I’d let the review reflect my experience. I didn’t dispute that we signed or that we were planning for an “amusement ride” but if I feel like there’s a chance the property or my self could be damaged, I’d hope a business owner would respect my decision rather than insult me. Simple procedural changes could have yielded a completely different outcome.We have been in Tahoe for a week and have frequented many local businesses. We know there’s a struggle going on with larger corporations coming in and changing the vibe. So when it came to renting a boat, we wanted to go with a local company. We looked up a few but convenience was king and we landed on TKBR. The process was smooth on the check-in and purchase - it was very operationalized and felt like they could recite the spiel in their sleep (important to note for later). They have a streamlined operation, great location and plenty of options for water play - boats, jet skis, peddle boats, and parasailing. At the time of the checkin process, the only thing I thought was sketchy was that they advertise for one-hour rentals but said there was a two-hour minimum when we rented. When we walked out, there were about 8 available boats. Actually, we rented a class B but they didn’t have any available so they gave us a class C. Our boat hand commented that this would be better because of the water conditions. This should have been our first warning but we thought they wouldn’t rent if there were real concerns of accidents. We continued the check-in/ pre-check process which seemed pretty comprehensive. Our boat hand was friendly and down to earth. During the pre-check, he went over the boat to review any damage, the safety equipment and operation.Why this rating is so low and why you should think before renting here. They did tell us of the west wind advisory but failed to convey the seriousness of it at the desk, where you sign all the paperwork. It was a very casual note slipped into the rest of the brief overview. You’re given a lot of information in five minutes. They have you sign several papers. Once we were on the dock, we heard a deckhand talking about whitecaps and a boat almost flipping. They have radios at every station so this easily could have been communicated to the desk. Their practice, is to drive you out of the channel and they’ll leave you with the boat. The boat hand we were with kept stressing to be safe and it was at this time and once we started driving out in the channel, we realized this was not safe. Had we had this conversation at the desk, we could have made an informed decision. This practice seemed deceptive. We radioed in no more than 2 minutes after being left by our boat hand- just enough time to turn around towards the channel. Once we we’re picked up, our boat hand (different from the first) said he’s not surprised, it’s rough out there and even commented that he grazed the parasailing boat because of how rough the water was. This is someone who has been out on the water everyday for multiple years. They also shared that last week a boat flipped and someone was trapped underneath. Not to mention, the red flag was out (we noticed this on return and should have paid more attention.) I would think a business who had better intentions would have advised more seriously. I completely expected to pay but thought it was disingenuous for them to charge for a one hour rental ($200) for a 20-minute affair (check-in, drive-out and pick-up). If water conditions are fine and you don’t cause any damage, I’m sure there’s nothing to worry about from renting here but otherwise I would not do business with them in the future.

Review №25

2021-08-14 23:09:16

Staff is amazing! Really helpful at showing you the ropes if this is your first time renting a boat. We got a pontoon boat. Had an awesome time. The only trouble we had was that part of the canopy wasnt functioning very well, so we had a bit more sun than we wanted during a 2+ hour run around the lake.

Review №26

2020-08-03 02:19:34

A great experience renting a boat from Tahoe Sports Boat Rental. We arrived 45 minutes before our scheduled time and we were on our boat in about an hour, even though it was very crowded the day we were there. We filled out all the paperwork online and booked everything about a month ahead of time. They did a great job checking us in promptly and with great service. All the employees were cordial and treated us great. They explained all the details of the vessel thoroughly and returning the boat was just as easy as getting out onto the water. We will definitely rent again from Tahoe Sports—it was a truly a great experience.

Review №27

2021-08-09 12:56:18

Im not big on writing reviews, but after the great job these people did I felt I had to write. The staff was super friendly and very organized. They got us out in time and explained all the boat features in detail. Boats are equipped with CB radios so if anything would come up, you have instant access to the staff. The return of the boat was equally straight forward. The deck hands are super at getting you to the dock and getting the boat gassed up. If your thinking of renting, you cant go wrong with Tahoe Keys.

Review №28

2020-09-06 15:31:17

Good morning all. DO NOT RENT FROM THESE SCAM ARTISTS! spoke to a woman to schedule a double jetski. Was a smooth transaction (or so I thought) asked a few questions about pricing and confirmation and deposit and blah blah blah. Was told 400 out the door, gave card information and we were done. I am not rich and do not have unlimited funds so coming on this trip we have been budgeting to make our time well worth the trip. We drove 6 hours to come have a good time and this place completely ruined our plans. I checked my account and low and behold I was charged 600. My wife gave them a buzz to get it sorted out and the lady would not fix it although it was on them. She would not let my wife talk kept talking over her and then began to cuss at her when my wife became frustrated because she could not get a word in. So all in all she tied 600 dollars in my account which wont be refunded for 5 to 7 business days and my kids are not going to be able to go put on the lake now. It was the only reason we came to Lake Tahoe in the first place! Being a small business owner, they have alot to learn on customer satisfaction. This place needs to learn professionalism and how to conduct good business.

Review №29

2019-08-12 14:37:14

Staff was slightly delayed in helping me when I walked in the door. Most of them were busy with other tasks, but there were a few who were just standing around. Once I finally got to the desk they were very courteous, friendly, and took care of business. Paperwork was pretty quick....waiting for the boat took at least 30 minutes. I dont know if thats standard (they didnt appear too busy), but it seemed long to me. Their boat was in decent shape, employee explained the controls and we got on the water and had a great time!! Its not cheap, but all the rental companies are comparable!! Some more customer service training and they get 5 stars!!

Review №30

2020-07-08 05:33:59

Really easy check in experience. Customer service was helpful and accommodating with wet suits and life vests for kids. The water equipment was in great shape. Both boats we rented over two days; class C and a class E+, were fantastic. The boats were in GREAT shape. Everything worked, including the personal radio and speakers. All staff were really polite and friendly. Only downside is gas is not included, and you need to pay to refill when you return from the lake. I highly recommend this company.

Review №31

2020-06-29 17:23:41

Super great service. I had a few questions in the days before the rental and they actually answered the phone and were patient with my questions. The team there is super efficient and friendly...I was surprised at how busy they were with all the equipment going out. Very organized process. The boat was great and surprisingly our 4 hour rental felt too short with the tube and knee board keeping the kids and parents in the water having fun! Truly an awesome day

Review №32

2020-07-16 21:01:07

Our family had a great time on the pontoon boat. Our boat was new which was awesome. The boat was clean and had plenty of speed. We had 10 adults and 3 dogs with us and we had plenty of room to move around. The staff were friendly and helpful during check in, and checkout. The staff does a very thorough review of how to operate the pontoon boat and made sure all our questions were answered. Thank you!

Review №33

2021-06-12 04:32:18

We arrived for our 4 hour rental at 3pm. They told us to wait for them to repair a seat on the boat we were supposed to use. After 45 minutes they determined the seat was going to take too long to repair and offered us a different boat. After about an hour of fun on the boat, it broke down in the middle of the lake. Took over an hour for help to come, and when it did, it was 2 younger guys that smelt like they had just smoked marijuana. We had to immediately return to the marina because it was getting close to 7pm, which is when they close for the day. So out of out 4 hour rental, we got to enjoy a little over an hour of our time. They offered us a 25% refund and said we would have to speak with the general manager if we wanted more than 25%. We have called 6 or 7 times and each time we were told that he would be calling us back shortly. Over 2 weeks later, and we still have not heard anything back from them. Avoid this place at all costs!

Review №34

2022-09-05 21:14:03

I would never rent from this place. The customer service is terrible. We called to get a jet ski rental and were told that they were doing walk ins only. It was a busy Labor Day weekend but we were told that they had availability and their website stated you could take the jet ski wherever in the lake (which is not the case so false advertising)… so we drove to the marina to try to rent. We walked in and waited in line twice because when we’d get to the front of the line, they said boat reservations took priority and we’d have to wait until the “rush” died down. They also asked if we had a reservation…to which we answered no because we were told over the phone that for a two hour rental we could only do a walk in. We waited an hour and a half for a jet ski and never got one even though they had 6 jet skis waiting. I would never come back to this place. I felt bad for the people that spent so much money on boat rentals who waited 2 plus hours to get on their boat rental. The most unorganized business ever. If I could give this place less than one star I would. You know it’s bad when their own employee comments that it does seem restrictive to keep the jet ski in a confined area for longer jet ski rentals and also when they comment that it seems unorganized that they don’t have separate lines for reservations and walk in rentals. Needless to say, we wasted our Sunday afternoon driving around the lake to this place only to waste an hour and a half at their office and to finally give up and drive and hour back to where we came from. I’d never rent from this place.

Review №35

2019-08-25 23:54:01

Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. Helped us get going on the boat for the day. However, I was very disappointed being charged $50 for being 10 minutes late. We had the boat back in the marina area on time, but it takes about 10 minutes to drive through that area because it is a no wake zone. Just be aware of that if you were to rent from them. We had a great time anyway.

Review №36

2020-07-19 22:28:00

I have gone through many rental companies before and the experience with Tahoe keys has easily been the worst one I have ever had. To start off, when my girlfriend and I got to the location at around 12, we asked for one double jet ski, and we were told that there would be one available in the next thirty minutes to an hour by an office worker. After we waited for about thirty minutes, one of the jet ski workers (not one of the office workers) asked us if we were waiting for a jet ski. We told him yes and then he said, “that’s strange they told you that, because we are booked for the entire afternoon”. So after wasting our time for about 40 minutes we go inside to speak with the office and they tell us they were full which completely contradicted what they had told us in the first place. Since my girlfriend and I were ambitious to jet ski, we asked how much the price would be for 2 single jet skis for the hour. After Giving outrageous prices for 2 jet skis and wasting our time for 40 minutes, you think a business that values its customers would give a discount or even an apology, but that was not given. After we were set up with our jet skis at 1:00 we were recommended to explore emerald bay. The jet ski trainer told us that if we were back at 2:10 that would be the hour. The adventure itself was fun and circling emerald bay was beautiful. We were very manageable with our time and as we were heading back, I remember we were told that the harbor of the rental place was surrounded by brown apartments. Once I saw these brown apartments, I thought I had entered the right one. But we went in to one harbor too soon due to the mislead directions of the office worker. I had to actually bring out my phone on the jet ski to navigate my girlfriend and I back to the rental place, which got splashed with water. We pulled into the harbor of the rental place at 2:25, 15 minutes after because we got lost due to their false directions. We went back into the office and they said they were going to charge my card for an extra 30 minutes which was originally 160$, but in reality we were only 15 minutes late. To be completely honest we shouldn’t of paid for the 15 minutes extra because they made us pay for 2 jet skis after lying to us and mislead us with their directions. I had to argue with the office workers and they were finally convinced to give us a 15 minute late penalty, which was still 80$. Once I wrapped this dispute up, the jet ski trainer came in and asked us to follow him to the gas station so that we could pay for the gas that we used on the jet ski. I was so infuriated! They NEVER told us that we would have to pay for gas and everyone in the gas line was talking about their frustration because they weren’t told either. I had to pay about 47$ for gas of the jet skis. Not to mention the fact that we waited 20 minutes until the gas was ready to be charged. So in general we spent more time waiting and paying for things then we spent time jet skiing. In total we spent 300$ for the jet skis, 47$ for gas, and 80$ for the late penalty (which would of been 160 if I hadn’t disputed). In total that adds up to 427$ for using jet skis for an hour. The biggest rip off in my entire life. I strongly recommend that no one ever rents through this place again unless you want to be scammed. Very disappointing.

Review №37

2022-06-25 21:39:17

They are very rude and arrogant. One of the customer service lady showed us boats and we told her we are 13 adults and 3 kids and she told you have you have to wait for 1.5 hr for the boat. So we waited and then boat arrived the other customer service said you can sit only 13 people. But the biggest part is when told him that lady told us we can ride 16 in the boat.he is very rude he said no the lady cannot say like this because he trained her…. Seriously ! The customer is wrong and he is not giving us the option to cancel….they are liars.. donot believe them.Very bad experience

Review №38

2019-07-09 18:45:48

Pretty cool spot for boat rentals. We had a blast. Boat was super nice and all the staff were awesome and helpful. The only complaint I have is that they did not tell me that they charge an arm and a leg for using water sport toys. Never during my phone conversation for the rental a month ago, during my check in, nor during the walk through of the boat usage did anyone tell me there was a charge for these items. Even on the website it just says Water toys available. Nothing about a rental cost for these items during the entire process. Woke up this morning 2 days later to find an unexpected $120 charge for these items on my credit card. Felt a little duped by this. Why wouldnt you get billed for these items on the day of the rental, or when you go to pay for gas? Why was I never told there was a rental charge for these? Dont know but just a heads up in case you get any water toys like wakeboard and tubes. Other than that, every thing was great.

Review №39

2020-09-01 02:07:43

Staff was hella cool and helpful, never rented a boat before. Went out with the family and had a great time. You can bring your own food and drinks BYOB, Id definitely advise that before you arrive. They have life jackets for all sizes. Plenty of boats to choose from and the minimum is a 2hr rental.

Review №40

2020-08-25 17:47:56

We had a great experience on the lake by renting a boat from TSTKBR. The boat was well equipped and my wife and I felt safe in it. We rented it for four hours (the lake is huge) and we stayed out the full four hours. I feel that renting for 1 or 2 hours is just not enough time to truly appreciate the lake and views. I highly recommend getting a boat with a canopy, especially if you plan to anchor in a cove or just rest on the lake. Checking in and out was a breeze. I would definitely rent from TSTKBR again.

Review №41

2020-08-10 05:01:23

I had a great experience with my boat rental. The staff was helpful and professional. The only issue I had was our rental time was for 2pm. Someone called and asked if we could come at 3pm instead, which was fine. But they were so busy that we didn’t get our boat til 4pm. Otherwise it was a great experience, a lot of fun!

Review №42

2020-09-01 02:16:24

Great place. The place was understandably packed because of Covid, so we docked 1 hour after we got there, but they updated the return time based on when we left, so that was great. We had the Reinall Class D 220 boat and a wakeboard for 4 hours. The boat was pretty fast and spacious for 8 people.

Review №43

2020-06-19 02:38:25

Our boating day on the lake was exceptional. Being met at the dock by a very attentive and courteous staff made us, from the start, feel pampered. The boat was classy, comfortable, and safe affording our 11-person family ample room to frolic. We already look forward to our next rental from Ronnie and his crew!. Thank you!

Review №44

2020-08-04 16:40:40

This place was amazing. The boat was perfect, even in a situation they are very fast responding and understanding. Over all satisfied from Evey way possible. The staff especially made the experience and the journey more enjoyable, very friendly knowledgeable and just great at customer satisfaction. if you want to rent a boat this is the place to do it especially renting for the first time like me.

Review №45

2020-07-15 01:12:53

Was so easy to rent a boat with no experience. The entire process went smoothly. The boat was great quality. We had a spectacular day. And they loaned us some stuff we needed and didn’t bring (enough ropes for skiing, etc).

Review №46

2020-07-13 00:25:57

We rented a 6-8 passenger boat for 8 hours. The check in process was not clear. I walked in the wrong door and a male employee was very rude. Not welcoming for someone spending $1500 as a first impression. Everyone else was very nice and helpful. We had a great time.

Review №47

2020-09-07 22:57:53

We had a great experience! I booked a ten seater speed boat and all ten of us fit comfortably. We got a double person tube as well which was a blast!Be prepared to be at the pick up location for an hour or so, there is wait time then an orientation.

Review №48

2019-07-23 02:17:11

We had the most amazing day on the lake at Emerald Bay. I recommend the party boats!! So much room for a family. It was like having a mini living room out on the water. Four hours was enough for us due to we had a 10 month old baby with us... otherwise we may have gone all day. We went straight to Emerald Bay and anchored, swam around, found some treasure on the bottom of the lake, and finished with lunch on the boat. Then we headed back and had 5 minutes to spare. The rental was organized and we had no problems.

Review №49

2019-07-03 06:54:01

Pasting my Yelp review here:TL;DR: Friendly front-desk staff and drivers, horrible manager/management. They tried to charge us for extra time that we were not aware of—would not recommend coming here if any other rental agency has availability.We decided to come here after the first rental agency we went to told us they didnt have any available drivers. We had about 22 people in total, so we required 2 boats in total to accommodate everyone. Upon arriving, we spoke to a few front desk employees and received a quote for a rental of 1 hour for both boats, and we were informed of each boats price and potential gas costs towards the end of the trip. I want to preface the rest by saying we were aware of the extra $50/hr for each driver, and we paid this premium because none of us are experienced enough to navigate the lake in a timely manner. A few things to note:1. The front desk employees failed to mention that we were responsible for keeping track of the time (1 hour on the lake).2. We paid this premium expecting the drivers to get us back ON TIME, given their experience and knowledge of the lake.After receiving the quote for an hour, we waited a few minutes for the drivers to get ready and show us around the boats--so far so good. Everything was fine and we enjoyed a beautiful and relaxing afternoon out on Lake Tahoe.Once we were docked and ready to pay, we were told we stayed an extra 20 minutes on the lake so they would need to charge us for it. This was the first red flag--we reminded the employees that we requested an hour up front, and the drivers both knew this. My uncle said he was not okay with the extra charge, and wouldnt pay. He requested to speak with a manager, and this was where everything went downhill.First of all, one of the drivers admitted fault and apologized for the extra time that was taken. The second driver was defensive and told us that we were aware of how long we spent on the lake and didnt remind him to go back. This should not be our problem to deal with.The manager had a nasty attitude. Instead of trying to resolve the problem, he kept blaming us for not keeping track of the time, and I quote, said 20 people here and not one of you knew the time? (again, we were enjoying ourselves and oblivious to the fact that we would need to keep track of the time). My uncle is a reasonable man--the manager accused him (and the rest of us) of lying about knowing how long we were out, and this was another red flag. Despite our explanations, the manager treated us very badly. They did waive the 20 extra minutes, but the way in which it was handled was unnecessary, extremely disrespectful to us, and the whole agency seemed shady afterwards.I would not recommend coming here if any other rental agency has availability.

Review №50

2020-09-08 21:57:04

We reserved a Silver Pontoon on the Saturday of Labor Day Weekend from 2-6 PM. The holiday weekend came with a 20% premium, but we understood since there is bound to be more demand. What we struggled to understand is why it took us 2 hours between checking in (30 minutes early, as they requested) and getting on our actual boat, especially when the boat we ultimately received had been sitting there almost the entire time. The staff was really friendly and appeared to be trying their hardest, but the operation was very unorganized, chaotic, and resulted in multiple groups of people crowded around each other unable to social distance. We werent on the water until about halfway into our allotted time and unfortunately by then the smoke had rolled in and blocked out the sun. They said we could still be out for the 4 hours, but whats the point when the sun was going to set?If the delays were due to the morning charters arriving past their allotted time, then those additional charges should go towards refunding the later charters who didnt get what we paid for. If the delays were due to the incompetency of the staff, then we should be getting some sort of refund since we, once again, did not get what we paid for. Im sure the holiday demand was a factor, but Tahoe Keys has to have the awareness to know their limits and not subject their premium-paying customers to a poor experience. We will be looking elsewhere when renting in Tahoe again.

Review №51

2019-07-24 21:37:13

Absolutely Fabulous! Our pontoon boat was clean, well maintained and so comfortable. The front desk answered all our questions and gave superb lake information. The explanation of driving the boat and all its mechanics was easy to follow and gave our drive confidence and competency. For me - this was the highlight of our week at Tahoe!

Review №52

2016-07-09 02:19:27

They have a good selection of boats and equipment, and they do a great job of going over the boat with you and making sure its in good condition. They are quite reasonable about how long you have the rental for (they gave us leeway to get in and out of the marina, and stopped our time when we killed the battery). Only issue is that the cost adds up quickly because everything, including gas and water toys, are extra.

Review №53

2020-07-22 20:36:07

We enjoyed driving the boat and exploring the lake. The staff was helpful, and explained the basic boat operations clearly. The boat worked well, and was easy enough to use, once one gets a hang of it. We did not attempt complicated maneuvers, so we were perfectly safe. One minor thing: the speedometer was broken, so we had to guess out speed from the tachometer readings.

Review №54

2020-08-09 21:32:54

Friendly service, boat & equipment in good condition. Only issue was our afternoon rental began nearly an hour late as the renter before was late bringing the boat back. My recommendation-- rent in the AM for on time departure & smoother water.

Review №55

2020-07-07 04:40:42

Fun experience but had to wait over an hour past our 2:30pm reservation for our boat to be ready, and then had to wait thirty min afterwards to pay for gas. It was a holiday weekend so they were busy but we were surprised it took so long, especially when we paid $800 for a 4 hour trip. They offered no discount which was a bummer.

Review №56

2020-08-01 16:56:31

It was the most fun Ive ever had except for the fact that we were dinged with an overage fee for supposedly being 30 minutes(2x 15 minutes) late in returning the boat back, Not a cheap fee either. Thing is we were given our boat LATE. Our reservation was at 9:30AM, we had actually gotten and signed off for our boat at 10:10AM, We rented for 5 hours. This means our New Return time was 3:10PM. We returned the boat at 2:53PM. It seems like they based the return time on the original reservation and not the actual time they gave us the boat at.Either the person who signed us off didnt communicate this with anyone or they chose not to, or the rental company is trying to nickel and dime people like this on purpose, I will never know.Also not a gripe but something to note, Fuel was around or near $6.70 per gallon when we went, so do bear that in mind if you do take a rental.That said, would I go back? Probably lol

Review №57

2020-09-11 20:58:04

Rented a A class speed boat from them in September. Very good service. We were boating with them last year and came back this year. We didn’t have reservation but they were very accommodating. Boats are a little old but everything is functioning and they provide a good rates. Like them a lot.

Review №58

2020-09-16 17:25:27

Horrible horrible experience.We rented 1 jet ski and 1 pontoon together last week. The jet ski broke down in the middle of the lake (loud beeping with a flashing engine icon on the monitor) and couldnt drive it faster than 5-10 mil/hr. The boat tried to reach the office using the radio, no one responded.The jet ski took over an hour to get back to the office - while the boat was leading the jet ski making sure the jet ski (2 ppl) doesnt end up being stranded in the middle of the lake.Back to the office, they charged full 2 hours for both jet ski and boat - saying the jet ski had no problem when we left and it was our fault that it broke down. The tech who looked at the jet ski found out there were a whole bunch of seaweeds tangled up the motor, also said there was another jet ski with the same issue.After all this - they still went ahead and charged the full 2 hours that we were out in the lake. We were all tired and exhausted after this horrible experience, so we didnt want to put up with any more fight and came back to the cabine. Well try to dispute through our credit card company, not sure how that will go.There are other companies around the area that provides the boat services, dont trouble yourself with this immoral company.

Review №59

2019-07-18 14:16:27

This place was great. The staff was very organized, work hard to get everyone on there way and gave the detailed instructions (1st time driving a boat). They provided recommendations of where to go and provide us a map of the area. When returning the boat was just as painless and efficient . Thanks for a great time.

Review №60

2021-05-18 16:21:43

BEWARE rented speed boat. At the time of return you need to pay for gas. We were told that the system is down and they will put the gas once it’s back online. I offered to pay in cash as we were in a hurry but employee said they will just charge credit card on file. The guy said they cannot accept cash as they won’t know the amount unless they gas up the boat. I asked a couple of employees and they all said gas will probably be 15-20 dollars. We only rented the boat for 1 hour and cruised steadily even idled turned off engine a couple of times. Gas was at 3/4 when boat was returned. The next day I was charged 47 dollars for gas. No receipt whatsoever. shady business practice.

Review №61

2019-06-27 04:44:17

Rented a 19ft Four Winns for four hours on the lake. The staff was extremely welcoming, professional and accommodating. The vessel was very new and possibly had less than 80hours. All upholstery and amenities were new and clean. The boat is adequately powered for lake activities.I will very likely rent from them again.

Review №62

2018-07-25 16:02:47

The staff at Tahoe Keyes were exceptional. From the moment we arrived the staff inside took us through the process efficiently, they checked out the boat with us and got us on our way while covering all the pertinent safety information. We rented a boat for two days and the staff could not have been more accommodating. We will definitely rent from Tahoe Sports again on our next visit.

Review №63

2021-06-04 02:32:48

We pull in after taking the boat out and these guys rush us and accuse us of denting the prop. The manager comes out with some sob story about how he trusted us and he will charge us his “personal repair charge” of $150 on the card on file. A prop worth $400-$500 and he’s okay charging us $150?! He then has the audacity to gas light us and tell us we should have taken pictures and he’s doing us a favor. After we held our ground the scammer said “he’d eat the charges” and stomped away. The place is a scam, don’t go there. Should have taken the hint with how friendly they were and they consistently asking us where we were from.

Review №64

2019-09-14 18:25:10

This rental service was the best! We rented a pontoon for a family outings and they provided everything we needed, plus excellent safety and security features. They were friendly and informative and prepared us well for a great outing. We cant imagine a better service to choose for Tahoe boat rentals.

Review №65

2021-10-10 15:50:42

This was one of the most unforgettable experiences of my life - I loved it so much!!!! The staff were super helpful (but not condescending because we were first times). Helped us a lot with suggestions in what to do etc. I would highly recommend doing this in Tahoe. The emerald bay looks stunning from in the water. Prices here are really reasonable too.

Review №66

2016-07-31 04:10:17

My girlfriend and I rented a 7-person boat for 2 hours and we had so much fun on the lake. Employees were very welcoming. Instructions were clear and it was easy for a person who havent drive a boat before. I highly recommend this place for a boat rental on Lake Tahoe.

Review №67

2019-09-06 01:00:24

Those guys just made our day at Lake Tahoe. We have got boat for two of us but it can accommodate up to 5 people so we had enough space. Boats are in good condition. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable, they showed us how to operate and explained everything about being on the water. We had very good experience and the price you pay worth it.

Review №68

2019-07-22 04:17:06

Ricky took great care of us! Our first boat had a little issue, so we wound up with a 2nd boat. He walked us through what to do with all of the various toggle switches and made sure we were comfortable with how to use the important stuff. Great experience, and the crew helped us the entire way. Well be back!

Review №69

2019-08-23 22:41:13

We rented 2 kayaks last weekend. It cost $175 for 2 hours, not to mention it took 45 minutes get them in the water. Seems a bit expensive to rent a boat that sells for around $500. We should have checked the prices, though just assumed it wouldnt be that much. The staff was nice and we enjoyed ourselves.

Review №70

2020-07-22 19:22:11

We rented a Silver Tritoon Boat to go out on the lake with family who were in town. We had 11 people on it, with plenty of space for backpacks, coolers, etc. The service at Tahoe Sports Tahoe Keys was wonderful, everyone was very friendly and helpful. We did have to wait quite awhile before we could get on, but we werent shorted on time at all, and they have a nice outdoor patio where you can wait. Bring refreshments. The boat was amazingly smooth thru other peoples wakes, waves, etc. No-one got seasick.

Review №71

2015-08-21 16:56:17

I can not understand the bad reviews. We have been there at the 20th of august 2015 and had a 250PS V8 Boat for 2 hours rented in the Harbour of South Lake Tahoe. The people from Tahoe Keys Boat Rental were very nice and helpful. They spend a lot of time to explain everything and we had a great day at the lake.By the way: We have asked: The fuel prices are not created by the Tahoe Keys Boat Rental. Everyone in the harbour pays the same price.

Review №72

2019-07-26 19:39:14

These guys have a very easy and thorough process that lets you get going on your way with complete confidence in their equipment. Checking out was pretty easy too. While renting a boat is not cheap, for an awesome day out on gorgeous Lake Tahoe, this experience is definitely worth the cost.

Review №73

2020-07-09 01:58:08

From when we stepped foot in the office, Darcy was incredibly welcoming. She was so helpful getting us ready and being kind. We felt like we were in such good hands and it made the experience all the difference. It was our first time and we asked many questions. She was so patient and showed us the best routes. Dustin also chimed in. He was incredibly helpful as well. They let us store our stuff and gave us a little sunscreen! The whole experience 10/10! Thanks Darcy and Dustin and Crew!

Review №74

2019-07-21 15:07:51

I would recommend this shop to a friend. My friend and I rented two single kayaks for an hour. Great service. Very relaxed. The shop allotted us an extra 15 minutes to get in and out of the marina. We appreciated this because it gave us more time to go explore. Mitary friendly.

Review №75

2020-08-25 20:02:57

The staff was great. 5 star experience. But the boat we rented didn’t wanna stay running at first in the morning. But it still got us to emerald bay. We had fun still and will rent again. Just get a bigger boat next time.

Review №76

2019-06-28 22:06:04

Very helpful and knowledgeable staff. Great prices. Did try to sell us $10 insurance on the wear and tear on the interior, when we got to the boat there was already some noticeable damage. Glad we declined that. Otherwise had a great time.

Review №77

2019-07-21 02:02:58

The staff was friendly and knowledgeable both on the phone and in person. We had a wonderful time on the lake during our two hour rental. We will definitely do this again on our next trip!

Review №78

2020-08-17 19:45:06

This business was in violation of two South Lake Tahoe COVID -19 regulations. I felt incredibly unsafe while waiting for our boat. While employees had face masks, most of them were not actually wearing them. Most had them around their necks or only covering their mouth (leaving their nose out). They mostly did not cover their mouth and nose while interacting with customers unless we asked. Even then they would immediately remove them again once they stepped away from us. In addition, while people are waiting in line there were no markers to show people how to stand six feet apart. Most people were a foot or less away from each other and many customers were not wearing masks. This incredibly crowded and non regulated area was also where they made us wait for an hour an a half while they got our boat ready. I would never ever recommend this business to someone unless I wanted them to get coronavirus.

Review №79

2018-06-18 05:08:38

Absolutely terrible experience. We rent boats and jet skis every year while in Tahoe and have never had an experience like this. The staff is the most aggressive people I have ever dealt with, making the entire experience negative. They mocked our group of 20 directly in front of us to other customers and tried their best to overcharge us on everything. Charging us for $100 in gas for one hour of usage when all other locations include gas fees with the rents. This place is a trap for tourists close to the casinos.They would not allow other customers to rent equipment because of the water conditions but wanted to punish us for returning our rentals early.Rent on the Nevada side or in Tahoe City. We have never had issues with any other companies.

Review №80

2019-07-09 22:27:22

I would have given them 5 stars but they wouldnt give me a $10 credit for gas (@ $6/ gal) the fuel gauge wasnt working right. I was a little surprised on principal especially after his employee suggested it and after I spent over $800 for a 1/2 day. Other than that I was happy. Thats only a 1.25% discount... Cost them a star.

Review №81

2020-08-12 04:06:33

Just Bad. Some employees with no masks. Paid extra for 3 high output jet skins, one was a complete dog couldnt keep up. Called their emergency number 3 times and noone answered the phone. Better hope you dont have problems on the lake. They advertise they let you explore the lake, they dont. You have boundaries. Advertised price is also a scam, you have to pay extra for gas which they charge over 10 dollars a gallon forPaid 120 for 3 hrs of jet ski gas which only used 1 bar worth of has. Complete rip_off

Review №82

2020-08-07 18:29:35

These guys were by far the best part of our trip!!! We’ve never been to Tahoe before and decided to try as many activities as we could including jet skis, parasailing, and zip-lining. I wish we chose this company for everything! But we didn’t:( Although the ziplining was pretty decent, we got completely ripped off with jet skis from a competitor down the lake. Thank goodness for this company Tahoe Keys!!! Their price was extremely reasonable for our boat rental (1/2 of what we paid for the jet skis after hidden costs and other bogus fees were added) and it was a way more fun experience! By far the best part of our trip and we didn’t feel sick afterwards like we did when we got the ripped off by that other company with our jet skis. My whole family felt like we really enjoyed the beauty of the lake on this boat. Driving it was a breeze and we cruised the lake in complete comfort while enjoying the incredible scenery!! Don’t waste your time with other vendors. This was the only five star excursion we did on this trip. Highly recommend!!! Also a shout out to Darcie at their front desk who was such a sweetheart when we forgot our sunblock!!

Review №83

2020-07-26 00:18:29

Great collection of boats. Safety procedures followed appropriately. There was a little bit of delay getting the boat, I recommend you show up 45 minutes earlier than your rental time.

Review №84

2020-07-30 21:02:04

We have the nicest person ever help us get ready to go out and greet us on the return. Of course, i didnt write down his name (Blair, Blain? - recently started with the company) but we had boat number 10 and he helped make it a more memorable day. Thats the kind of employee who makes companies successful.

Review №85

2019-07-09 21:09:08

This place was everything I hoped it would be. I chose them because theyre dog-friendly, but this was my first time renting a boat. They explained everything clearly and were helpful. The dogs and we all had a blast! Highly recommend.

Review №86

2020-07-29 03:56:56

Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Well organized. Great experience. Highly recommend.

Review №87

2021-08-02 16:14:11

U regret not reading the reviews prior to using this company. We were rip-off with a propeller damage. They were rude to us telling us we damage it by going to the beach or hitting rocks. We never went to the beach or any shore. As we were leaving other people told us they were charged with the same thing, propeller damage.

Review №88

2020-10-20 23:11:04

My wife and son nearly drowned due the negligence of these clowns.In August we rented a ski boat with an inner tube. The short version. They sold us hard on an upsell to a ski tube (it will be fun!), but then gave us the wrong equipment (a flimsy emergency jacket, not ski vests) and no real instruction on how to use it properly.When my wife fell off the tube (wearing the worthless jacket), the rope from our tube wrapped around the propeller, incapacitating our boat as my wife floated away. My son jumped in to help her, and he drifted too. I radioed their base for help (their response was hold on) and was about to call the Coast Guard, when thankfully, another boat came along and rescued them.To say we were traumatized is an understatement. My wife still has nightmares. Afterwards, when I contacted management about everything (the equipment, the training, the radio), i was told i was a liar who had been properly briefed and equipped. They denied it all. (all you need to do is read their response to other bad google reviews to understand how they respond to anything other than praise).I am not going to waste my time suing them. I want to move on, but I can help save your life.If you want to die, feel free to use these guys. Otherwise, find another company to rent from.

Review №89

2020-07-06 23:00:21

Amazing experience! The staff was super nice and accommodating and we had so much fun out on the boat. They are really well priced too. Highly recommend!

Review №90

2020-09-28 13:52:55

The boat looked new and performed perfectly. Austin was great in explaining all operational details and greeting us on return. He made the rental experience easy and enjoyable. A really fun outing.

Review №91

2020-08-25 23:26:48

Had a great time with my family on a rented boat. Easy check-in and check out

Review №92

2019-07-08 02:24:03

I rented a boat on most likely what is the busiest day of the season, 4th of July! It was a great experience, from parking, a quick check-in, knowledgeable staff with instructions and an easy gas experience.Highly recommend renting at Tahoe Keys!

Review №93

2020-07-30 01:45:43

The staff was great in explaining every facet of how the boat operates and the pitfalls to avoid. We had a great time as we brought our 2 dogs and grandchild along. I would definitely do it again.

Review №94

2019-08-13 21:02:33

This business LITERALLY will not honor the Groupon we bought that clearly states you can have 2 people ride on 1 jet ski for 2 hours instead of 2 people on 2 jet skis for one hour. I had even called ahead of time to confirm that was correct, and was told yes, and got there and told no — even though the manager could see we bought 2. She suggested I call Groupon to cancel instead of honoring what they’re advertised Groupon states. Unbelievable. And she told me to “calm down.” Seriously? Let me wasted a couple of hours driving there and then DEBATING whether or not I can use a Groupon, and then waste more time getting in contact with Groupon to get a refund for $340.

Review №95

2015-11-17 23:16:01

Rented a boat for 9 adults and 2 little kids. Not really powerful enough but we still had a blast. The lake was awesome. We even made it to Emerald Bay and hiked up to the castle. A ton of fun.

Review №96

2018-12-02 03:26:42

A bit pricy for boat rentals, and the boats run a little rough, but it was a fun way to experience Lake Tahoe, and they treat active duty military folks very well! Just be sensibly careful, don’t do any damage to the boats, and you’ll have a great time!

Review №97

2019-07-12 16:11:01

Really good experience in renting the boat for a trip over the weekend to Tahoe. The staff were very friendly and answered all the questions regarding the boat.Everything were clearly explained to me by the team and the staff are very helpful.I would recommend this place to anyone looking to do water sports in Tahoe

Review №98

2020-09-11 20:59:09

We showed up for pedal boats and waited in line for 45 minutes because they kept calling people who already have reservations ahead of walk ins, and at the end they said they don’t do pedal boats in this location. They said they have kayaks but it would take another 30 min for them to give us the kayaks!! Customer service was really bad and super slow.

Review №99

2019-07-24 23:38:51

The staff was super friendly and very helpful. They made our day on the lake super relaxing with the way they explained all the procedures of the boat. I will definitely recommend them to friends traveling to Tahoe area.

Review №100

2019-08-28 17:06:35

Great customer service from the initial telephone call to returning the boat to the dock hands! Boat was clean and in good working order and my family had a blast! Looking forward to renting again in the future!

Review №101

2019-07-10 05:25:01

Awful, rude, condescending & arrogant staff, old horrific boat, broke down in the middle, barely crawled back at low speed, there was no reaction from them. People working there are definitely the worst, taking customers for granted due to location... Not worth the money at all. P.S. if you end up going there, check their toilets out first - that experience alone might just change your mind.

Review №102

2020-09-03 21:56:30

Overall good and positive experience. The only problem was that our engine would not start again once we stopped the boat in the middle of the lake. We had to try several times before it finally started again.

Review №103

2019-07-20 03:18:03

These guys were awesome... our boat had problems & they immediately came & resolved the issue. I love businesses who provide great service and everyone there were truly awesome & accommodating.We come back every year and can’t wait to work with them again. Thank you for great service👊🏼👊🏼

Review №104

2019-07-08 18:18:33

We loved kayaking Lake Tahoe! We even brought our husky-malamute puppy, Lucy along and she was thrilled. Despite it being their busiest day of the year, the crew was accommodating, friendly, and helpful!!!

Review №105

2018-07-12 00:57:17

We rented a boat to watch the fireworks on the 4th. Staff was super helpful, showed us how to use Google maps to navigate on the lake which was great. Looking for the red buoys was difficult with miles is brake lights fglowing.

Review №106

2020-07-07 23:23:50

Horrible experience, You rent a jetski for over 150$ for an hour and it breaks down without user error, not only i didn’t get to use the hour that i paid for a couple days later i got charged for 400$!!!! When i called apparently its my fault an 1inch of stick got sucked up while i was going 35mph and didn’t watch for tiny sticks??!!Such a scam and the manger tells what are you gonna do about it. My lawyers are about to open a case soon

Review №107

2020-08-11 04:14:00

Loved the friendly service. Condition of boat could be slightly better. Had a lot of fun nonetheless. Would come back again for another boat rental in the future!

Review №108

2020-10-02 02:02:30

Had a great trip. We rented from 11-3 and showed up late and they still let us have the boat for 4 hours. Would rent again from them

Review №109

2020-08-09 05:16:30

Great experience, a bit crazy that you get a boat without a shred of instruction or training, and definitely not easy to anchor or park by fanette island, again with NO instruction and NO training, a lot can and a bit DID go wrong... but was a blast. wouldnt have minded a little guidance for noobs but loved it nonetheless.

Review №110

2020-09-08 17:08:06

Very helpful. The booking process was easy, the wait for our boat in the morning was short. The boat worked well. The staff was super friendly and helpful!

Review №111

2014-09-05 02:40:48

Do not accept boat #4, the Reinell 185. Its an old, unsafe, jalopy. This boat really drags down their reputation. Also, their fuel usage fees are bogus at best. You will be ripped off on fuel charges if you dont/cant be there for refueling. Theyll never get repeat business from me.

Review №112

2020-06-23 16:01:49

Great service and a great boat. We had a wonderful Fathers Day out on the Lake and the team at Tahoe Keys Boat Rental did a fantastic job getting us in and out.

Review №113

2020-08-09 20:32:59

Great lake. Waited over an hour to get the boat. Seems very disorganized, like many clients were told to arrive at the same time. I suggest staggering the boat pick up times like tee times at a golf course.

Review №114

2020-07-30 22:28:42

So disorganized. Waited over an hour and a half for the boat before deciding to cancel. I would recommend trying any other boat rental and not wasting your time here.

Review №115

2018-07-28 02:44:41

Dana and Taylor were both very nice and helpful in explaining the rental rules and giving us directions to Emerald. They are very cute too. I would patronize this place again.

Review №116

2020-08-10 21:02:54

Had an amazing time with the rest of our bachelorette party! Wouldve had five stars if our speakers worked!! Other than that we definitely had a blast!

Review №117

2020-09-17 06:45:39

Their website wont let me choose a date to see a price on anything, so I called to leave a voicemail with simple details. Someone from there texted go to tahoesports.com without any intro or saying thanks for reaching out? I texted back and said I couldnt see the price and no answer. Guess I will take my business elsewhere.

Review №118

2020-08-10 22:09:10

We had a GREAT time- we did the stargazing tour and it was wonderful. So peaceful and fun. Tour guides were excellent. We will definitely be back!

Review №119

2020-08-19 20:16:23

The 2 hour minimum for the wave runner was very restrictive. Nest time, I will choose another company with a lower minimum rental time. Other than this factor, the service was very professional.

Review №120

2019-06-22 05:33:38

We had so much fun. We were a big group and were able to go on all of the activities. We rented a kayak, jet ski and a boat. It was easy to rent and the staff were all wonderful and helped us out a lot.

Review №121

2014-07-08 17:49:58

Worst place ever to rent a jet ski in Tahoe. The girls working yelled at me in front of my children.The girls are rude and Joel took his sweet time to come down to the beach. Rent on the Nevada side. Watch out for the $400.00 charge for damage.

Review №122

2020-08-23 20:24:05

Check in was easy, Bailey was helpful in the boat operation tutorial and when we returned to the dock he was helpful again with our dogs and bags as well as docking the boat for fueling.

Review №123

2019-08-29 04:19:36

Friendly, helpful staff and boat rental process was very quick and efficient. No issues with the rental and we had a blast on the lake!

Review №124

2019-07-03 15:19:59

The best way to see all the beautiful areas of Lake Tahoe! The boat rental was easy to line up and the crew members were very helpful! I recommend Tahoe Keys Boat Rental.

Review №125

2020-08-12 02:18:17

Boat was prepped and we were on the way 10 minutes later. Boat was in great condition. This is the 6th time we are renting from Tahoe Keys and thats saying something. Well done.

Review №126

2024-06-26 22:17:48

Great service will be back

Review №127

2020-07-12 14:20:29

No precautions are being taken here for covid . This place was so crowded and masks ate not mandated . 60% of the staff had masks down the face and the lady taking to me sneezed. I would highly recommend to avoid this place as it forms a cluster . Very high risk

Review №128

2020-08-08 22:50:19

3 (speed) varieties of Jet Skis to rent but they book up very fast. Walk in only unless you’re renting for groups of 4+. Recommend getting there when they open.

Review №129

2020-10-11 17:04:32

Great place to rent a boat on Lake Tahoe. Great service and quality boat. We rented for eight hours and it was a perfect day on the lake. We will rent from them again.

Review №130

2020-07-15 20:37:20

The handle used for idling and accelerating was extremely hard to move and the boat attendant pointed that out as we were doing the pre trip.Because it was hard to move we mainly just parked and enjoyed the beautiful waters of Tahoe.The staff was very nice and personable but I wish they would have gave us a different boat.

Review №131

2020-08-09 04:27:04

The boat (class B) was very run down and nothing alike as advertised online. Also not obvious online is that at the very end, they make you pay the fuel bill. The latter is almost a little bit sketchy. Recommendation: dont go.

Review №132

2016-06-23 13:59:48

A lot of paperwork, but they do a great job getting you setup. Cody was awesome and helped us out a ton. Great way to get out on the lake.

Review №133

2019-08-20 14:37:56

The staff working here operate like a well oiled machine - and theyre friendly! I suggest getting an early rental to beat the afternoon rush. Oh, and theyre dog friendly!

Review №134

2021-07-25 21:54:55

Got the class c for 5 people with wakeboarding, could have gotten away with the class b probably, it had plenty of power. Overall great experience.

Review №135

2019-09-04 18:23:02

All staff was really helpful and happy. They took all my questions about the boat. Will rent again soon!

Review №136

2020-06-24 01:24:41

I would highly recommend renting from here. Very good customer service.They were very busy and still quick to get us out on our boat. No complaints.

Review №137

2016-10-17 02:42:11

Good place to rent a boat, but I wish they were more straightforward about fees and taxes. I didnt see the real cost w/taxes and all until it showed up on my credit card.

Review №138

2020-09-20 21:55:16

The place was mismanaged and wearing masks wasnt enforced. We waited for over an hr and the crew there was rude. Total waste of time. Recommend not going here at all!

Review №139

2019-07-14 23:45:41

Everyone was extremely helpful and nice. We are not big boaters but they made everything very simple for us. Great day

Review №140

2020-05-26 18:22:18

Customer service was great, Darcy answered all questions and was very helpful and helping me choose the right boat for what we wanted to do. Check-in was simple

Review №141

2020-08-07 21:59:30

Great experience! Staff was helpful, no issues whatsoever with the boat we rented.

Review №142

2020-09-07 13:38:50

Great day on the lake! It was a fast, easy experience and everyone who dealt with us was great. 5 stars all the way.

Review №143

2019-07-15 16:45:47

Booking was easy, staff was friendly and helpful. Boat was clean and well outfitted for a day on the water.

Review №144

2019-09-04 00:59:54

The staff is very cool and helpful. Boats are is good shape. Id rent from them again.

Review №145

2019-08-06 22:42:18

Staff was friendly. Boat was in good shape. Fast and straight forward registration process. Had a great time!

Review №146

2020-10-19 21:13:02

The staff was great! Boat was great! Overall awesome experience!! 10/10 would recommend!

Review №147

2020-06-06 02:49:26

We had an excellent time, great place with exceptional service. Dustin and Darcy were amazing! Thanks for everything.

Review №148

2019-06-24 22:08:57

Great boat! Super easy rental process. Lots of fun and space for 8 people.

Review №149

2017-09-06 08:07:52

Horrible horrible people that own this place. Scammers and incompetent people. Bad boats. Overcharge for gas and when boats dont work out and you are Few minutes late they charge outrageous fees. AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COSTS.

Review №150

2020-06-17 15:03:36

Highly recommend. Very friendly staff, great boats and gear. Easy experience.

Review №151

2020-08-23 23:27:44

It was a fun time out on the water and taking the tour. It was a very windy and choppy day on the lake, but we had a fun time!

Review №152

2019-08-20 14:02:59

Great, friendly place to rent kayaks. Dustin was so nice and helpful.Very easy process.

Review №153

2020-05-27 16:20:07

We had a great experience with Tahoe Sports Tahoe Keys Boat Rental! Would highly recommend using them.

Review №154

2019-05-20 20:02:50

We had amazing time, Great staff and boat conditions were very good.

Review №155

2019-09-03 04:20:05

Great service, extremely efficient, well maintained boats. A little pricy but it was a great experience overall

Review №156

2017-12-30 06:31:39

Nice enough people, great place to boat, but the rental boats are pretty well used and abused, nothing special by any stretch.

Review №157

2019-08-02 22:37:29

Very organized, boats are in good condition and staff wants to make sure you have a good time. All you can ask.

Review №158

2021-07-21 04:16:25

Waited for 2 hrs till my boat arrived, when it arrived someone else took it.The offered wither a refund or a boat downgrade.

Review №159

2023-06-10 23:14:33

The manager is super fraud we did nothing damage and he’s saying we did they are just fraud

Review №160

2019-07-07 19:49:52

We had a wonderful experience renting from Tahoe Sports. Great staff - super friendly and helpful!

Review №161

2022-07-30 01:51:54

2nd time here and place gets super busy. Parking is scarce and getting back in is a little confusing. Discount for nearby hotels. 👍

Review №162

2019-07-05 17:09:32

Had family in town and wanted to take a boat out for a few hours, we enjoyed our selfs very much!

Review №163

2020-08-08 23:12:55

The staff were extremely friendly and had great suggestions! Well definitely be back!

Review №164

2016-09-22 17:24:32

Rented a boat. The place was busy but they handled it well. Good staff.

Review №165

2017-07-31 04:22:45

The bad place to rent theyre selling the gas three times the price and the guys charge you for all in the beginning was $150 in the end I paid $200 something I dont really like recommended this place

Review №166

2017-06-24 22:28:13

We had a super great time, clean boats and really nice people.

Review №167

2019-08-19 17:27:22

Fantastic personality of staff, boat worked perfect and we had a blast!!

Review №168

2019-08-07 17:04:32

Solid boat, staff was very helpful and personable. Highly recommend.

Review №169

2019-08-23 01:47:16

Just great service, very attentive. if youre in Tahoe you REALLY need to rent a boat!

Review №170

2020-07-16 18:32:16

Easy to work with and great, friendly staff! The boat was clean and worked well, thanks!

Review №171

2022-08-05 17:00:20

If you are a person of color get ready to get treated rlly rlly rlly bad here!!!😂

Review №172

2019-09-11 04:14:46

We had a blast! This was my 50th birthday wish and it was AMAZING!!

Review №173

2019-07-16 13:45:49

Tahoe Keys has great customer service and the boat rentals made our vacation perfect!!

Review №174

2022-06-30 00:11:45

Only downside to this place is their boats dont have any brakes.

Review №175

2020-08-04 20:16:53

Helpful service and very understanding about any issues that arose with the jet skis.

Review №176

2017-07-31 02:16:31

This is bad. The guys want money for all check you time the gas you need pay like you drave. Truck v8 I dont recommended

Review №177

2019-09-03 16:06:48

Staff was very helpful. Boat was clean and ran great.

Review №178

2019-11-21 16:52:02

Scammed me for $500 after I paid with cash and used a card for collateral. DO NOT RENT FROM HERE!

Review №179

2020-07-30 15:51:35

Had great experience with the team. They are very sufficient and knowledgeable.

Review №180

2020-08-20 15:56:23

The staff was super nice and very helpful with our rental.

Review №181

2022-07-01 21:48:27

Lovely experience with both the boat and the employees!

Review №182

2019-02-11 21:00:19

Loved it, Amazing time with the family, there is a wait as to be expected, but worth it.

Review №183

2020-08-30 21:38:22

Great Staff and customer service. Highly recommend online booking.

Review №184

2020-07-06 18:59:48

Great services even during their busiest time of year (July 4)

Review №185

2020-08-14 15:31:35

Very professional. nice boats, great experience

Review №186

2020-07-11 22:35:59

Awesome experience, great tour guide and easy to work with.

Review №187

2022-07-13 00:10:31

Though promised, never did get that fuel receipt.

Review №188

2020-08-04 12:47:21

Fast, friendly service. I rent here every year.

Review №189

2020-07-27 21:44:52

Nicely maintained, easy rental, and had a great day.

Review №190

2016-10-13 05:41:55

Great people but $900 for a day is a bit much

Review №191

2017-07-24 23:47:18

People were good. Boat was horrible. Old and nothing worked.

Review №192

2019-06-18 20:26:31

Awesome, very nice boats and clear instructions..

Review №193

2020-07-27 17:03:56

Quick and easy rental! Friendly staff as well.

Review №194

2020-08-09 16:06:23

Excellent company, great customer service, very friendly.

Review №195

2020-09-08 01:57:44

Easy check in, process smooth and easy. all was great

Review №196

2020-08-15 00:27:55

The best place to go for boat rentals in South Lake Tahoe!

Review №197

2018-10-23 23:20:29

Had a good experience.

Review №198

2020-09-06 03:01:54

Their customer service put you on hold and never get back to you...bummer!

Review №199

2020-07-23 02:08:34

From Jordan inside - to Austin outside...very friendly...will be back!