Rent My Boat Nice

Directly on Quai Lunel at Port Lympia, steps from Old Nice, Rent My Boat Nice is the go-to address for a spontaneous or planned sea outing from Nice's port. Open from hourly rental (2h minimum) to full-day hire, this local provider offers a fleet of motor boats from 5.5 to 8 metres, accessible with or without a licence depending on model and power.

The establishment is officially listed by the Port of Nice as an approved provider — a guarantee of seriousness and compliance. The base is open Tuesday to Sunday from April to June (10am–6pm), then 7 days a week from July to September (9am–7pm). A skippered boat is available even in winter.

Fleet & Options

Licence-free: boats up to 40hp, ideal for beginners or families wanting full autonomy along the coast. With coastal licence: 5.5 to 8 metre boats, 100 to 200hp engines — for experienced navigators exploring at their own pace. With skipper: year-round option, ideal for enjoyment without navigation concerns.

Equipment included: sun canopy, Bluetooth radio, regulation safety equipment. Optional: towed buoy, water skiing, wakeboarding.

Recommended Itineraries

From Port Lympia, day-trip destinations are plentiful: Villefranche-sur-Mer and its bay (20 min), Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat coves (30 min), La Mala at Cap d'Ail (45 min), Monaco (1h), Beaulieu-sur-Mer (25 min), or beaches and coves between Nice and Antibes westward.

Pricing

2h rental (licence-free): €120 — €180. Half-day (4h): €200 — €320. Full day (7h): €350 — €550. Skipper extra: €150 / half-day · €250 / day. Water sports options: €40 — €80.

Atmosphere

Local, friendly and no-fuss. The owner, personally at the helm, is described as a reliable and understanding professional — he notably provided a free replacement outing to a client whose trip was cut short by weather. A flexibility and honesty that is rare in the industry.

Guest Reviews

Highlights: Port Lympia location judged ideal. Owner rated 'very professional and attentive'. Fleet described as well-maintained and varied. Optional water sports (buoy, water skiing) greatly appreciated for family outings. Replacement policy for bad weather is unanimously praised as an exceptional commercial gesture.

Areas for improvement: Fleet mostly composed of small motor boats, less suited to long cruises or open-sea outings. Weekend slots fill very early in season.

Rent My Boat is Nice's trusted provider for a no-fuss sea day — accessible, honest and ideally located at the heart of Nice's port.