Boat Elmers Boat Rentals

Boat Elmers Boat Rentals

Boat Elmers Boat Rentals
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9:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 6:00 AM
About
Boat Elmers is the premier boat rental located in Lake Geneva, WI. We are family owned and operated with the newest and largest fleet on Geneva Lake. We feature Nauticstar Deck Boats, Yamaha VX Crusier Waverunners, Misty Harbor Biscayne Bay 2582cs Pontoon Boats, and Regal Premium Runabouts! Also available is our flagship the Endeavour 30' catamaran for half day or full day private charter. Whether you are looking to have a relaxing time cruising around Geneva Lake or want to have an exhilarating rush we have everything you need. Enjoy time with your family and friends, celebrate a bachelor or bachelorette party or have no reason at all just come rent fun from us and make some memories! We at Boat Elmer's look forward to hearing from you, give us a call today to reserve your boat!
Lake Geneva, United States

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4.0 of 5 bubbles121 reviews
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Gabe K
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2022
We had an awesome time driving around the lake. It was definitely worth it to get a driver who was able to show us beautiful homes and tell us great history about the Lake. It was a little chaotic getting out on the boat so definitely get there early to check in, but once we were on the water it was a great experience. Thank you!
Written 11 August 2022
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Anna Luna Louise
Lake Geneva, WI4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2023 • Friends
It was so convenient to be able to drive through the lake to our lunch. Loved having a driver rented, too, and among my big party the cost was incredibly cheap for the freedom it afforded us. The lake was perfect with only a couple fishing boats, and the warm weather made me almost want to jump into the water for a nice swim (I didn't, but I wanted to). Can't wait to rent a boat from them in the middle of summer to go swimming by bigfoot state park and do some tanning with a nice, cool bevy in my hand.
Written 25 May 2023
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amyp
illinois28 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023
This was a great rental. We hired a captain. His name was Tristan and grew up in Lake Geneva so he had a wealth of knowledge about the homes along the lake. He stopped at any bar/restaurant on the lake we wanted and dropped anchor for us to swim. I am glad we hired a captain because the lake was very busy on July 3. I would hire this company and Tristan again!
Written 5 July 2023
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DayTrip15335915473
1 contribution
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
We rented the catamaran for 4 hours. I took the boat that seats 20 people for my group of 15. The boat was very crowded, I can't imagine how it would have been able to accommodate 20 people. There were seats for 10 people, if that, otherwise you just could try to find some sort of ledge to sit on. Getting around on the boat was difficult because it was cramped. Going for a snack or drink which we kept down at the bottom was a hassle. The bathroom didn't work. They told us there were floaties on the boat, that turned out to be half deflated, and the captain threw them over to his buddies in the next boat to use.
It seemed like we were hardly moving the majority of the time.
I got the feeling the captain didn't want to be there.
They rent it from 10-2 and 2-4. So basically at 1:45 they start getting you off quick cause they don't allow a gap time in between the two trips.
The worst part was when we were heading back to the dock and the captain noticed another boat parked in his spot. He began shouting at first, and as he got closer he completely told off the other employee, yelling and swearing without any regard to who was around. He apologized after the fact, but the damage was done. I gave 2 stars because we had a good time being out on the water with family. but considering all the planning and expense it took for all of us to make this outing possible, This boat rental business along with their boat and their employees did not make it nearly as nice of an experience as it should have been.
Written 2 August 2023
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Tony M
Peoria, IL2 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Family
Rented a boat and house on Lake Delevan 15 minutes away. Great experience working with adults. Elmer's sucked because the boat came without an anchor and enough power to get on plane despite shifting weight and trim. I asked about an anchor twice before embarking and the children running the show never mentioned it was an option to get one. When we docked an hour early, I grabbed an adult employee to register a complaint who blamed it on the children. Delevan will get our family and friends business for the next 50 years.
Written 4 September 2023
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AndyJ100778
Deerfield, IL4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022
Elmers was great. Easy location in downtown LG and organized process for check-in. I mistakenly made our reservation for a day later and while they didn't have the available boat, they worked with their partner company LeatherLips to secure a boat for our group. The Bayliner we rented was great and it was a simple in and out process so we were able to enjoy a few hours on the lake. Recommend both Elmers and LeatherLips if you're planning a visit.
Written 25 July 2022
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Ihab R
2 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023
Worse service ever.

Thunder started about an hour into our trip, we called their emergency number over 77 times and kept getting busy. We sail back to base where all other companies were out helping their client except our guys were no where to be found. No instruction was given and we couldn't get a hold of anyone. We finally decided to go back to dock where we find their entire crew sitting around doing nothing and they said their phones are down. When we asked for a refund for our unused portion of the trip, we got the run-around, they said owner said to give us 1/2 only and when we asked to talk to the owner, we were told, no he's busy can't talk to anyone now.

So, good boats but don't expect service (emergency or not).
Written 25 July 2023
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Farah F
2 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020
The owner and some staff are extremely rude and racist individuals. They have zero skills in customer service - which is a majority of their job. The overall experience could not have been worse.

The entire process was inefficient and could have easily been handled exponentially better. Each time we were ready to leave the dock, the owner came by literally yelling at us. By the time we left the dock an hour of our time had been wasted with no price adjustment or even slightest sense of apology. This would have been fine, had the owner not been so callous, unapproachable, and belittling.

We spend a lot of money at their company and they showed us no decency or respect, even insinuating that we were uneducated and did not know how to speak English because we are not white.

I really hope there are more rental options in the future because this company is terribly managed, discriminatory, and racist. They really should not be in business at all. I highly recommend looking elsewhere when booking a boat at Lake Geneva.
Written 31 August 2020
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Sydney G
Madison, WI3 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2020
Elmer Boats has no regards for their customers health or safety. Every single employee had their masks around their necks and there was absolutely no social distancing. I'm very disappointed that a popular boat rental has done nothing to curb the spread of coronavirus. By the number of people out renting it, lack of masks, and lack of social distancing it appears they are actively trying to spread the coronavirus around Lake Geneva.
Written 29 June 2020
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Alethea S
Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, United States2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020
We used Elmer's for our "end of the summer" party for our team members and had an amazing experience! They were very accommodating and helped ensure we had a great time on one of the pontoon boats. Our driver, Tom, was friendly, knowledgeable, and willing to work around our schedule. Everyone on board (ages 5 to 64) was comfortable, safe, and entertained. We even got Tom to sing "Happy Birthday" to one of our kids who was turning 6 the next day.

Highly recommend to anyone looking for the best boat rental option in town!

Thanks everyone!!! - The Treasure Cove Crew
Written 31 August 2020
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