Description
Long Beach Watersports is based at Hotel Maya in Long Beach, CA, offering jet ski and pontoon boat rentals. The jet skis are SeaDoo GTX Pros, and they have a fleet of 24 of them sitting on the dock ready to ride. There’s also a pontoon boat option (2022 models) for groups wanting a more relaxed ride. The ride zones are in protected waters behind the breakwall in Long Beach Bay, giving about a 5 by 2 mile area for cruising.
To rent a jetski, you must be 21 or older, with a valid ID and credit/debit card, and 18 or older to operate it. The skis hold up to two people, with weight limits of about 275 lbs for one rider and up to 400 lbs for two. There’s a safety briefing, waiver signing, and you need to arrive ahead of your booking time to get checked in and get your gear. For the pontoon boats similar age rules apply (21 to rent), and there are also weight limits and safety rules in place. Additional fees like California/port fees, damage waivers, and insurance/deductible for potential damages are also part of the deal.
Prices are around US$99/hour for jet ski rentals. Pontoon boats cost more: about US$179 for 1 hour or US$299 for 2 hours. Parking at the Hotel Maya is about US$14 for the designated lot. Plan to spend at least a couple of hours if you’re doing the full rental experience—time for check‑in, safety briefings, breaking out on the water, maybe taking breaks, returning, etc. Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a change of clothes, and be mindful that weather or water/port conditions can affect availability. Booking ahead helps, especially on weekends or during nice weather.