Ahoy Rentals

What visitors say

Ahoy Rentals sits on Kingston's waterfront and rents a bit of everything for a few hours outdoors: kayaks, canoes, small sailboats, bikes and e-bikes. Reviewers describe calm morning paddles, family bike rides along the shore, and a three-hour sailing outing one guest counted as the best decision of their trip.

Staff and the owner get warm, consistent praise. A regular who paddles several days a week says the team remembers names and even preferred paddles, and first-time kayakers felt well looked after. For longer trips, the business rents canoes and runs shuttles; one group on a four-day Rideau Canal paddle was picked up at a different spot when plans changed and got help with secure parking.

Prices are seen as fair, with reviewers quoting hourly rates for kayaks and e-bikes that they found cheaper than other options nearby. Bike rentals come with locks, helmets and a map with suggestions, which makes it an easy way to see the city.

Parking is the main hassle: the nearby lot is small and paid, and street parking is restricted. One reviewer found an older e-bike had little assist, and a recent customer was frustrated to find the shop closing before its posted hours twice. Arrive well before closing time if you're renting late in the day.

Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 287 Google reviews. Details change — confirm hours, prices and bookings with Ahoy Rentals directly.