Business Details
50+ Years
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Emergency
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Premier Boat Rentals and Marina Services in Austin
Lakeway Marina has been a cornerstone of Lake Travis recreation since 1963, providing generations of families with premium boating experiences in Texas Hill Country. Our comprehensive services include boat rentals, maintenance, and brokerage, supported by a dedicated team with decades of combined industry expertise. We specialize in annual maintenance, preventative care, and emergency repairs for Mercruiser and Volvo stern drives, while also offering boat detailing and winterization programs. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our Clean Marina of the Year and Marina of the Year awards from the Marina Association of Texas.With 60 years of operational history and a staff that includes long-tenured professionals like Service Manager Michelle Joseph (35 years) and General Manager Jodi Looper (25 years), we combine institutional knowledge with modern amenities like expanded docks and state-of-the-art service facilities. Our location on scenic Lake Travis, which spans 18,929 acres with 270 miles of limestone shoreline, positions us as the premier destination for boating enthusiasts seeking both recreation and professional marine services.
Services
Boat Rentals
Maintenance
Detailing
Slips
Brokerage
Details
- Year established: 1963
Highlights and features
- Established in 1963 with 60+ years of Lake Travis boating expertise
- Award-winning service department with certified technicians
- Custom winter maintenance programs with ceramic wax protection
- 24/7 emergency repair services for all boat types
- Family-owned operation with multi-generational customer relationships
Associations and certifications
- Marina Association of Texas - Clean Marina of the Year
- Marina Association of Texas - Marina of the Year
What people say
Legendary lake experience
Scenic Texas Hill Country
Knowledgeable staff
Well-maintained boats
Multi-generational traditions
Services
Boat Rentals
Lakeway Marina offers diverse boat rentals including party barges, jet skis, runabouts, pontoons, and tritoons for Lake Travis adventures. Our fleet accommodates groups of all sizes for day excursions or multi-day rentals. Professional drivers and safety equipment included with select rentals.
Maintenance Programs
Our 5-month winter maintenance program includes monthly engine runs, fuel stabilization, and freeze protection for $1,195$1,350. Annual services cover oil changes, impeller replacements, and system checks for inboard, stern drive, and outboard engines.
Boat Detailing
Professional boat detailing starts at $24/ft with exterior washing, interior cleaning, mildew treatment, and SiO2 ceramic wax application. Services include bimini cleaning, window polishing, and non-skid surface treatment to maintain vessel appearance and value.
Winterization
Winterization services protect boats from freezing damage at $375$395 depending on engine type. Includes engine fogging, antifreeze application, battery maintenance, and optional stabilizer treatment for fuel systems and ballast tanks.
Emergency Repairs
24/7 emergency repair services available with service call fees ranging $190$380. Our certified technicians handle breakdowns, engine failures, and storm damage at private docks or marina locations across Lake Travis.
People
Janet Caylor
Co-Owner
Co-owner Janet Caylor has led Lakeway Marina since 2008, overseeing major infrastructure upgrades including dock replacements and breakwater installations. She maintains hands-on involvement in marina operations and customer relations.
Steve Allen
Co-Owner
Co-owner Steve Allen began as a dockhand in 1987 and now shares ownership responsibilities. His 35+ years of operational experience inform daily marina management and long-term strategic planning.
Michelle Joseph
Service Manager
Service Manager Michelle Joseph has served customers since 1990, managing maintenance programs and winterization services. She coordinates the 5-month winter care program and oversees technical staff training.
Jodi Looper
General Manager
General Manager Jodi Looper has led operations since 2001, directing staff training and service department improvements. Recognized as 2020 Women Making Waves by Boating Industry Magazine, she manages marina expansions and customer experience initiatives.
Cody Kyle
Assistant General Manager
Assistant General Manager Cody Kyle joined in 2017, overseeing dock maintenance and facility upgrades. He manages the refloating of docks with encapsulated foam and coordinates marina expansion projects.
Questions
What types of boats can I rent at Lakeway Marina?
We offer party barges, jet skis, runabouts, pontoons, and tritoons for hourly, daily, or multi-day rentals on Lake Travis.
Do you provide boat maintenance services for private owners?
Yes, our full-service department offers annual maintenance, winterization, and emergency repairs for inboard, stern drive, and outboard engines.
What are your marina operating hours?
Off-season: 8 AM-5 PM daily. In-season: Monday 8 AM-7 PM, Tuesday-Sunday 8 AM-8 PM.
Can you winterize boats stored at private docks?
Yes, we provide winterization services for private dock boats with service call fees ranging $190-$380 depending on location.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards and cash payments for rentals and services. Special financing options available for major repairs.
