Update: This is how they talk to you: "Ever hear of "BRIDE FROM HELL"? Here you go! Look at numerous guests and charters that were completely happy. We've only had positive reviews on our company. Thank you Lauren and Graham for the great review. Enough said...." Sorry for trying to make my wedding day perfect. Next time I'll sit back and let you guys do absolutely nothing. DO NOT GET MARRIED ON THIS BOAT. These people are scam artists and do not care about your or your special day, only about money. They will consistantly tell you that they are there to help you and make your day special, and then they will disappear for months at a time. I was constantly calling, texting, emailing them for answers to questions and got nothing in return. They contradict themselves constantly. Captain Rob will tell you one thing and his wife Lezlee will tell you that Rob is wrong and what he promised you really isn't included. ******MAKE SURE YOU DOCUMENT EVERYTHING ROB SAYS FROM THE START.******* (I mean if you still want to choose this boat after this review). You pay for the majority of the wedding up to a month before the wedding, meanwhile they do nothing to help you plan or get anything done. Despite me planning out every detail of what should happen on the day, I got to a month before the wedding unsure about anything from their end. The day of the wedding we started almost an hour late because they hadn't gotten the boat ready (tablecloths weren't ironed, tables not set up, boat not cleaned, etc.) even though we made sure to give them all of the tablecloths 4 days before the wedding and they assured us every thing would be taken care of. They had our guests waiting on the end of the dock, locked out with no information. Luckily I had a family willing to sacrifice spending their day with me getting ready to go make sure the useless staff on the boat (that we paid a fortune extra for) could figure out what they were doing. So we started an hour late, you'd think we'd end an hour late, right? WRONG. The SECOND it turned 1am the lights shot on and everyone was told the party was over. AND DONT EVEN GET ME STARTED ON HOW ONE OF THE STAFF MEMBERS BUMPED INTO MY CAKE AND THE MAITRE D TRIED TO SAY THE CAKE WAS DELIVERED THAT WAY!!!! So yes, the top of my cake was squashed. I understand accidents happen, but take accountability for your mistakes and go above and beyond to fix them. You don't lie about them. What is included in the base price for this boat is not enough time wise, and very old decoration wise, so you end up paying a ton for extras, including extra time (you are allotted a 4 hour cruise time.. If we hadn't paid for 2 hours extra beforehand, our cruise would have been over before the last table had eaten. That means no dancing, no cake cutting, no dessert, basically nothing. That is because it took them 2 HOURS to serve our dinner.), linens, decorations, etc. There were so many things that went wrong that I didn't have time to document in this review, but I want to end with the fact that I emailed them all of this information after my wedding was over and they didn't even have the decency to apologize for anything or even respond. They just take your money and move on to the next unsuspecting wedding party. It is my hope that this review helps people get the wedding they deserve, which means STAYING AWAY FROM THIS BOAT. Yes, the views are nice, but for the price you end up paying you can get married ANYWHERE. I'm talking rooftop in NYC, Chart House with the same view, another boat even... Point being, just know what you're getting yourself into if you book with these. They are not good people. As I told them, owning a boat does not make you suitable for accommodating weddings. read more

Love this boat- easy to move through design with 3 floors! There are many interesting 'rooms', balconies and comfortable viewing areas around the boat. The staff was amazing- courteous and on top of things- The captain moved around the harbor; up the Hudson showing off spectacular views. The timing couldn't have been better as dinner was finished we approached the Statue of Liberty. Perfect for a wedding party of 100+! read more

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My husband and I found the most unique, beautiful and memorable place to have our wedding on the Royal Princess! We wanted fun yet classy site, and this gorgeous yacht was the perfect venue. I looked at 3 other boats before setting on the RP and it was a decision well-made - the RP was very clean (windows, carpet, bathrooms), looked well-maintained (stairs, wallpaper, bar/table surfaces), and had a luxurious interior finish (the middle deck was especially impressive). There were some lower-cost alternative yachts also capable of fitting 150-200 people based in Jersey City/Hoboken, but those boats looked much older and less well-kept - maybe good for sweet sixteens, proms, and company parties but not a once-in-a-lifetime event. I am a Type A and hands-on sort of bride, but Captain Rob and Lezlee (business manager) were welcoming and accommodating every step of the way while Carol (the maître d') and her staff were ever helpful and respectful. They demonstrated significant experience so I knew that my wedding would run smoothly no matter what, but also remained flexible enough to suit any last minute needs (like escorting guests up and down the three decks multiple times, letting me string all sort of lighting and decor around the boat the night before). For a prime NYC wedding site (we docked in Manhattan for an extra fee), this is well worth the cost! The food was delicious and plentiful (we opted for a buffet so people could move more freely around the deck and enjoy the incredible skyline views) and Rob made sure to stock sufficient quantities of alcohol so my guests were happily dancing all night (he even filled my special requests for beer - whites and stouts, no ales!). I was especially lucky to have the perfect weather (not too hot or windy, with few clouds that made for a spectacular sunset) and many of my guests are making shots from our wedding their Facebook profile pictures, as the views are definitely photo-worthy! The only regret I have is that, as the bride with so much going on, I didn't have enough time to stop and enjoy more of the views (especially the outdoor top deck). If I had another chance to ride on the Royal Princess, sign me up!! read more

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Let's start off by saying that the only reason this review is being written WARN other couples of the kind of wedding the Royal Princess PROVIDED US. My family and I did everything in our power to make this the most beautiful wedding for my sister. We flew in photographers and video crew from Italy, stylists from California, not to mention that half the guest list came in from England, others guests were from Italy as well as South Africa and friends from all over the US. We knew all along that the owners were unorganized (to say the least) but prayed that somehow they would realize how important this night was for the bride and groom and come through in the end. To make a very...very...long year and half story short, is to get to the DAY OF THE WEDDING....... This is my story: Before the wedding I had a talk with my sister and let her know it was best if I was not the maid of honor. I would always be so happy she asked me but I needed to check on everything (after all that we had been going through this year with the boat) and make sure things were all in order the day of the wedding. I knew I couldn't trust anyone else as I knew every little detail that was arranged. She agreed that this was the right thing to do. 3:15PM- We were told beforehand that the immediate family could board the boat to help with any last minute details before the 6PM boarding time. My father calls me. He is on the boat. "Get here now." 3:30PM- Arrive on the boat. NOTHING IS SET UP, NOTHING! There is stuff everywhere and a girl who is starting to iron the first of 23 tablecloths which are still wrapped in plastic. I freak out! I was told by Rob (the captain) that I could not come on the boat the Thursday before the wedding to iron the tablecloths but they would take care of everything that week so I didn't have to worry. (This was the first time they had ever put me at ease by offering to do something , and I can't tell you how many times I thanked him). Let's just say the tablecloths they were providing were a yellowish egg color looking like they were from the 1980's so we decided to provide our own. In the meantime, my mother an I are setting up ivy we provided on the top deck of the boat since we do not have the tools to fix the mens bathroom urinal that does not flush and the women bathrooms toilets that are black on the inside. Once that is done I go back down and start putting seating cards down on the tables that are just being set. I find that my sisters favors (champagne glasses and champagne) are being set out at the tables and filled with dust. Of course I start yelling to whoever I see setting the tables to start wiping them down. We can not have them on the tables like that. The Matre-D starts flipping out at me at this point telling me not to yell at her staff. I am not trying to yell. I am just in complete panic mode since no one is taking charge. I am getting texts from my sister at this point that the first guest are starting to arrive in the area and this is happening. Of course I am freaking out and I guarantee you, you would be too! 4:00PM- Florist arrives. My father goes to meet him. There is no one that will help them. My father asks one of the men riding up and down the pier to help but is told that they are union workers and can not help and that Captain Rob should be helping. My father calls me in a panic telling me to get Captain Rob out there now. Captain Rob is MIA. Can't find him anywhere. I tell Carol (the maitre-d) to let him know but she never did. After searching the entire boat looking for Captain Rob, I find him outside the b Let's just say I barely saw my sister the entire night. I do not have 1 photograph with her from the entire evening. What I was doing? Making sure detail for detail was perfect so she would not have to worry about a thing. I wanted her to see this wedding the best way she could. The owners are very upset with the bride for sharing her opinions by writing reviews on Facebook and Yelp, and have bullied her by responding to her reviews as the "BRIDE FROM HELL." My sister responded to this comment stating that this is the unprofessionalism you will be dealing with the whole wedding planning process, and of course the owners than deleted their reply. Please know that we are not trying to take this company down, yet the opposite. They need to learn from their mistakes if they are going to continue to provide weddings or other events on this boat. Owning a boat doesn't make you capable of providing a wedding. Hopefully they will take this review as constructive criticism and become even better. A wedding is probably one of the most expensive ways to start your new life, and do not want you to have the same problems we had. Do yourself a favor and find your dream location for your wedding... By the time Captain Rob and his wife Lezlee add all the up costs, you will have wished you took my advice!! read more

We had a magical night for our wedding. Lezlee was very responsive over text and phone during the planning process. The food was delicious and the staff friendly and skilled. I gave them an idea of what I wanted for decorations and they put together my vision flawlessly. The boat was extremely comfortable with 100 guests, and we got nothing but rave reviews from everyone who attended. read more

My family , friends and guest enjoyed a 6,5 hour tour for 4th of July. The boat was on time and it was smooth sailing both outside and inside. The boat layout is nice in that you can escape the dance music in the middle deck if you like by going up or down. Lots of space to move around ( important if your on a boat for a lot of hours) great and helpful staff. read more

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We had our wedding on the royal princess and it was amazing. The boat is beautiful and the staff were wonderful from beginning to end. Lezlee was a pleasure to work with and did a great job as the officiant for our ceremony. I am happy I went with a few of her recommendations as they made better sense to me after the fact. Lezlee and Captain Rob were easy to reach and coordinate with. I would highly recommend to anyone that wants to have a unique special occasion to book this venue! You will not be disappointed read more

I can not express my appreciation for NY Boat Charter. Lezlee, Rob and their fantastic staff made my wedding day the most memorable, beautiful celebration ever. Lezlee made the planning SOOO easy! She comes equipped with referrals for some of the most incredible providers out there (flowers, photography, music,cake, etc.). She was fun, responsive and easy to work with. Our experience on board the yacht was magnificent. Our guests were absolutely amazed at the beauty of the boat, the quality of the food and the way Carol and her staff serviced all of us. We left the experience wanting more! If you are looking for a remarkable celebration....look no further. You will not be disappointed!! read more

NY Boat Charter created the perfect day for Miranda and me. The team's attentiveness and ability to adapt to our needs and wants was remarkable during the planning phase. The night was executed flawlessly. One might think that having the event on a boat would make accessing the venue difficult, but Rob and Lezlee made it available to us whenever we needed, from the time we picked a date until the big day. They talked us through our various floor plan and menu options, but were very receptive when we wanted things a certain way. Lezlee's ceremony is wonderfully authored and was delivered perfectly. We wrote our own vows and pairing that with Lezlee's ceremony left very few eyes dry in the audience. Our expectations started off very low for the food quality... thinking... "this is a boat, how good could the food possibly be?" Much to our satisfaction and surprise, the food was the best we've ever had at a wedding venue... and the buffet is the right option. It is a very nice touch having the food brought to your bride&groom table as well. Our expectations were exceeded with NY Boat Charter. Planning had some minor hiccups, but nothing worth mentioning. The Royal Princess's crew took care of us, took care of our guests, and gave us a lifetime of great memories. read more

I recently hosted a corporate on the Royal Princess and once again pleased. I have booked the Royal Princess several times in the past for other corporate events. I have used commercial charters for the past 5 years and my employees were very pleased with the change. The staff was friendly and attentative, while giving excellent service. As a meeting planner for 15+ years, I was very pleased with the entire booking process and service we received on board. I always say I am only as good as the staff I hire. Thanks for a great event! read more

We recently held my mothers surprise 60th birthday party aboard the Royal Princess yacht. The event was more than I ever could have imagined. After researching several private yachts the decision was clear. I decided on the Royal Princess because of how friendly and helpful Lezlee was. She was very accommodating and knowledgeable during the entire planning process and was always available to answer my calls/emails. She also was very careful to help keep the surprise a secret. The planning process with Lezlee and Rob (the owners) and Kathleen and Betsy (the Portable Garden) went so smoothly even though I was in NY and couldn't be there to oversee everything. They were very accommodating to my fathers schedule and invited him to the boat on numerous occasions to taste the food, meet Captain Rob and the other staff members, and look around the boat. The day of the party went so calmly. We arrived at Lincoln Harbor in NJ and were able to find the boat with ease. The staff on board had everything ready by the time my sister and I arrived and it was exactly what we wanted and more. The flowers were stunning, the boat was immaculate and we even had a bridal suite to keep our things. The staff was so helpful the entire day (especially Carol our maître d'). She made sure everything was perfect. My mom arrived and was completely shocked! Then the party really got started. The music started, the drinks were flowing, the food was delicious, and we had the best time. The views of the New York skyline, the Freedom Tower and especially the Statue of Liberty were breathtaking. The captain stopped in front of the Statue of Liberty so we can take spectacular pictures and capture this moment forever. Many of our out of town guests had never even been to NY and getting to see these sights up close was an experience to remember. I would recommend the Royal Princess yacht to anyone who wants a completely out of this world experience for any occasion. I definitely plan on using them again in the future. The money and time planning was well spent. It was a magical night that I know my mom and our family and friends will never forget. A big thank you to Lezlee and Captain Rob for making our dreams come true. read more

This is a great way to see the city. Especially if you just want to see some attractions from afar. The night time cruises are beautiful and the lights of the city are quite magical. There is food and snacks on the boat if needed. read more

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Lezlee, my wife and I really loved our Royal Princess experience. Thank you for being so flexible with the cost and for having such a special crew to accommodate our preferences. We will definitely recommend NY Boat Charter to our friends, family and clients. read more

My wife and I were looking for something a little different than a just regular venue. We're both from New York and like most New Yorkers living a busy lifestyle we don't have the opportunity enjoy what New York City really has to offer. We decided that it would be a great idea to charter a boat which will cruise the NYC Harbor allowing us and our guest to enjoy the best sights in this world. Once we decided our search began. We went and viewed several boats , some were too big and some too small. The Royal Princess was perfect for what we needed but we were not sold just on the size. After seeing how some of the other boats were managed (businesslike) we decided to go with the family run style of Capt. Rob and Lezlee. We had the pleasure of meeting a groom right after his wedding when we met Capt. Rob for the first time. The groom was more than eager to show us pictures of his wedding and tell us how everything went so smooth. He did have one complaint. He stated that the night just went by too fast. I could live that! We booked the Royal Princess in April for our late August wedding. So as you will assume we were pressed for time for all of the planning which had to be done. I can't tell you how often I called Capt. Rob. or Lezlee for their opinions or questions which I had. They made themselves more than available to me. We had different vendors making deliveries the day of the wedding. It was nerve wrecking not being there to supervise them. Capt. Rob was there early to receive them and make sure things were where they had to be. If he had any doubt, he would send a text to confirm with me. This was a bonus because neither one of us had the time to delegate the vendors and we did not have a wedding planner . Capt. Rob coordinated with the vendors to make sure everything was in it's proper place. The day of the wedding arrived. Our guest were pleasantly greeted by the staff and quickly began the enjoy a beautiful day on the water which we were blessed with. We had a beautiful ceremony on the top deck. Our guest were able to have an intimate feel of the ceremony. Compliments were returned to us by the attention they received from the staff as well as the food they ate. I believe our guests only left crumbs haha. The party on the mid deck was insane. Our guest danced, drank, and laughed so much. Everyone was very comfortable and just having a great time. The end was drawing near and Capt. Rob. was benevolent enough to actually give us an extra half hour. I truly appreciated it as well as our guest. It was true what the groom who we met earlier had stated, it does go by too fast! I can't thank you enough Capt. Rob and Lezlee for allowing us to have the perfect wedding. So many of our guest are still talking about it and due to social media many people who did not attend are also talking about it. It was a dream wedding come true. Thank you Rob and Lezlee with all our hearts, Tulio and Maribel read more

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We recently rented the Royal Princess Yacht for a corporate event. It was an outstanding experience. We used the boat to throw a celebration for a few of our clients and staff (we're an advertising agency), and we were all treated like A-Listers. The food was plentiful and delicious, the staff was extremely helpful (Thank you Captain Rob!) Furthermore, there's just no better experience than cruising around NYC and seeing the incredible sights and the night sky. I would recommend it to any corporate/business client looking to do something different. (There's only so many steakhouses you can go to.) Thanks again! read more

Rob and Lezlee, We can't thank you enough for allowing us to have the best day of our lives, aboard the Royal Princess. The attention to detail, and the staff taking that extra step, showed that you all really care about what you do. Everything went by so smoothly and really was a testament to the fact that you guys know what you're doing. It was just so beautiful! There were many people that said this was the best wedding they have ever been to. I have to agree with them ... Even though my opinion is a wee bit biased. :) Not only were the views spectacular, but the food and service were equally as impeccable. Todd and I were getting compliments all night. We are so thankful you referred us to purveyors you have worked with in the past. They were not only professional, but truly listened to what we wanted and went above and beyond. It made the wedding planning process that much easier. Betsy, from The Portable Garden, did an amazing job with the flowers and decorations. Todd and I, as well as our guests, were enamored with the decorations and table settings. Oscar and Dan, the DJ and Emcee, did a terrific job as well. The dance floor was never empty! We are forever in your debt, and will recommend the royal princess to anyone that will listen. You truly deserve all the success and happiness your business brings you, in the years ahead. Take care, and once again, thank you! Eric and Todd read more

I cannot say enough great things about our wedding on the Royal Princess Yacht. Capt Rob and his wife Lezlee were very easy to work with, and gave us the party that we envisioned. They worked with us to come up with the best menu for our guests The food was exceptional! The cake, included in my package (Kazka cakes) was delicious. They also provided a florist, Langdon Florist, who worked with me via email and phone for flowers since I have limited time. The bouques and centerpieces were exactly what I wanted. Capt Rob and Lezlee also allowed us to come to the yacht days before the wedding to review the wedding summary, bring aboard items that I needed the day of the wedding and to set up. The day of the wedding, the staff and crew were top notch. Rich Moore made sure that everything from boarding, through the ceremony, cocktail hour and dinner ran smoothly and on time. He did a terrific job! Lydia checked on me frequently to make sure that I had everything I needed, food drinks, etc. She was also great. The rest of the staff and crew were attentive and friendly. I couldn't have asked for more! I would highly recommend NY Boat Charter for any party or wedding. Thank you Capt Rob and Lezlee! read more

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We can't say enough wonderful things about the Royal Princess. Rob and Lezlee truly gave us our dream wedding! The yacht is gorgeous, spacious, yet intimate. We had 75 guests and wherever you are on the yacht you have an incredible view of the nyc skyline. We had our wedding ceremony on the top deck then sailed around New York for a 5 hour reception. The yacht has 3 large floors, the bottom for dining the middle deck has an awesome dancefloor with indoor/outdoor bar set up and a beautiful top deck our guests didn't want to come down from! The yacht takes you under the Brooklyn bridge and right up next to the statue of liberty, our photos are unreal. Lezlee and Rob are such a pleasure to work with, they take so much pride and joy in their yacht and really want you to have the most incredible wedding and wedding planning experience. You absolutely can not beat the view of NYC skyline during sunset on the top deck of a yacht. If you are looking for a luxurious, memorable and Affordable venue this is by far the best choice. Our guests were blown away by our wedding, it was such an experience our guests will remember forever. I can not thank you enough Rob and Lezlee! read more

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I recently attended an event on this magical yacht and am still reliving that magical night. The service, the food, the decor, the organization---all were outstanding. Every detail was attended to and the creativity shown was ingenious and inspiring. I would definitely recommend The Royal Princess for anyone looking for the royal treatment. An unforgettable night in New York Harbor. read more

Had our daughters Yacht Mitzvah aboard the Royal Princess. As nervous as I was, Rich, the Manager put me at ease throughout the entire process. He executed my vision to the tee and worked wonderfully with the vendors we chose. The staff were all polite and very professional. My family and I will be eternally grateful to the RP and it's crew for helping create happy memories that we'll remember for a lifetime. I'd recommend them with the highest regard. read more

Our wedding last weekend was absolute magic. In fact that's the word so many people used to describe it. We just continue to hear raves -- "the best wedding I've ever attended "(and they'd attended a lot), "enchanting", "spectacular" -- all superlatives! . Every detail, every effort, your graciousness, your unbelievable energy. I'm in awe. From the moment guests embarked, announced by DJ Dan, to the moment they debarked (after the fireworks), there was so much to take in and enjoy. You did such a beautiful job as officiant and then, putting on a different hat, as singer for our first dance. DJ Dan did a great job with the music -- changing throughout to suit the moment. He, Miles, and Kathleen all spent much time ahead to make sure they knew what we wanted. They captured our vision so well. Capt. Dan and Capt. Rob got us to the perfect place at the perfect time to enjoy the fireworks and navigated around a cruise ship to get us started on our way. Carol's tender support for a stressed bride was very appreciated. Kathleen's table settings and her flower arrangements were gorgeous. All the servers circulated and anticipated with smiles on their faces. And the food was delicious and so artistically presented. Thank you, Linda! I know there was so much behind the scenes to create such a seemingly seamless event. And, oh, that beautiful weather. Weren't we lucky on that! The breeze on the top deck with the perfect temperature -- looking at that glorious skyline, passing the Statue of Liberty, watching the fireworks. I will cherish so many images from this past weekend for the rest of my life. I couldn't have dreamed this wedding! Meredith Knight read more

My husband and I recently held our evening wedding reception on the Royal Princess yacht and the event was amazing! The experience wasn't just wonderful because we had a unique opportunity to have an ongoing dance and dining celebration while we cruised around Manhattan, we got to give our out-of-town guests a view of NY that even some residents don't have a chance to see. We stopped in front of the Statue of Liberty so all our guests had a chance to take spectacular photos of family and friends. Almost every guest I spoke to that night said he or she boarded with ease and complimented the design, decorations and energy of the yacht. Our entire planning experience from start to finish with the yacht owners and the vendors they recommended was a smooth and enjoyable one. The 2 event planners Kathleen and Lydia (recommended by owners Leslie and Rob) followed through with great execution of our wedding reception plans and added effective and creative solutions. Also, the staff including the manager, chef, captains, photographers, M.C. and DJ kept the food coming and music lively and on point with my request list :-) Also, we requested a few things to be changed in the couple weeks prior to the event and even during the event, and the staff was able to adapt to the requested changes quickly. I would highly recommend the Royal Princess for a number of events including weddings, birthdays and corporate parties as well. (I know the yacht can hold many guests, I think up to 200 people. Also it docks in Chelsea Piers in the city as well as Weehawken). The money and time planning was worth it. The combination of the yacht itself, the people involved with the yacht and the beautiful Weehawken area in the harbor create a unique, magical and classy celebratory cruise for you and your guests.. one they won't forget, our guests are still raving about how cool our wedding yacht reception was... read more

My wife and I recently had our wedding on the Royal Princess! Rob and Lezlee were so fantastic throughout the entire planning process. Our wedding day happened to fall on the day that Hurricane Hermine was set to hit the NYC area. Rob stayed so cool and kept us updated the entire day. Both him and Lezlee bent over backwards to make sure that our event took place with as little interruption as possible from the Hurricane. Luckily, the weather ended up absolutely perfect for our event! We danced the night away cruising around NYC. It was truly an event to remember. If you are looking for a unique event or wedding experience, we would definitely recommend the Royal Princess! read more

Really great July 4 charter for the NYC fireworks! Great crew and food and bevs. Hope they are available next year too!

Had an amazing time at our company Halloween event! Captain Rob and the entire Royal Princess Yacht were amazing. Food was delicious, drinks were flowing and there was so much space! 3 Floors for activities! I will deff book another party with them! read more

We settled on hosting a work related client event on the Royal Princess after reaching out to numerous yacht charters. Lezlee was super accommodating and created a unique experience for us based on our budget. She really cared about helping us max out our experience on the yacht for what we were able to pay. She got us the most she absolutely could for our budget, which we really appreciated. Other places only cared about charging a standard rate, no budging, and no leeway on what we could do/get while on the boats. Once we decided to go with NY charter the rest was a seamless process. The boat was beautiful and extremely upscale. Our clients were very impressed. Rob was on the boat with us that night and could not have made the experience more pleasing. After running into a slight mishap (on our end) with one of the details of the event, he worked with me on the night of to clarify everything and make sure our experience was top-notch. He did not over charge us or scheme us. He did not get angry. He simply accommodated for us at the expense of the yacht. He wanted our experience to be class A above anything else. The crew was so nice, so respectful, and again SO very accommodating. They worked from before we arrived until after we left to set up and take down everything we brought with us for decor etc. onto the yacht. Once we docked everything I had to take back with me was packed up exactly how it was brought and ready to go so that I did not have to struggle at the end of the night helping clean and take down the set-up. The matridee of the night, Carol, was a wonderful woman. She was so sweet and helped me make sure everything went perfectly all night. The food was passed all night and circulated wonderfully. There was never an issue with the amount of food or drink, or whether or not they made sure everyone was getting the food, or getting enough food. I did not have to lift a finger all night or worry about how anything was running. Honestly there are not enough good things to say about how NY Boat Charter serviced our company and our clients for our event. When it all boils down to it, what mattered above anything else was the sheer fact that Lezlee and Rob, along with their staff, cared more about making our experience premium than they did about our budget or benefitting themselves. This is something we really took to heart and appreciate. It was a flawless night. read more

We had the thrill this 4th of July of seeing the NY fireworks from the beautiful Royal Princess. The staff is wonderful, and Captain Rob not only very welcoming, but very handsome! If you're planning an event....bar or bat mitzvah, wedding, sweet 16, family reunion, corporate, next year's fireworks.....the beautiful, three level, spacious Royal Princess is the perfect choice. We loved her read more

When everyone has the same thing to say about a venue, you know things went well -- "I've never had so much fun at a wedding reception!" My guests arrived at 6:00 p.m. at Liberty Landing Marina and were greeted by a professional and courteous staff who had in hand our signature drink, a cocktail made from Chambord and a sparkling wine from Hopewell Valley Vineyards in Central New Jersey. After boarding, staff politely directed our guests to the second floor of the boat for cocktail hour and delicious hors d'oeuvres. Then the real fun began when guests found their way to the third floor, an open deck with a gorgeous view of the New York skyline. When dinner was ready, it was a struggle to separate our guests from their sightseeing, but when everyone ultimately made their way to the first floor dining area, they were treated to a plated salad waiting for them at their seats. The entrees, served buffet style, were excellent and thanks to our Maitre D, Carol, our guests quickly queued and were ready to eat. After dinner, our guests made their way back up stairs for dancing and drinks. The beauty of a wedding reception on a yacht like the Royal Princess is that guests who don't want to sit at their table or dance are free to immerse themselves in an astounding view of New York harbor. From the Freedom Tower to the Williamsburg Bridge, our guests were able to immerse themselves in an astounding view of the New York harbor. Further, the top deck of the Royal Princess is perfectly arranged to ensure as many guests as possible can take advantage of this unique view of New York. As the night drew to a close, our only regret was that the evening had to end. Captain Rob's staff was kind, courteous and professional, helping us pack up our gifts and decorations and carrying them to our cars. Moreover, the staff helped hand out our party favors -- personalized wine glasses -- to all our guests as they de-boarded. Captain Rob and Lezlee run an excellent ship. From the moment our guests boarded to the time our cars were packed, we felt safe in good hands. Ultimately, if we had a chance to do it all over again, we would no doubt choose the Royal Princess as our reception venue. Our greatest thanks go out to Captain Rob, Lezlee, and the entire crew of the Royal Princess, without whom our wedding night would have been impossible. read more

Had a great time on the Royal Princess cruising the Hudson River and the East River enjoying the NYC sights and then watching the Macy's fireworks! Enjoyed an evening of good food, drinks and music aboard the spacious Royal Princess! Thanks to Captain Rob and to Leslie for an unforgettable evening! We will be looking back on our pictures with fond memories!! read more

I had the best birthday party of my life! It was a disco theme, and everything was perfect. Staff is amazing, from Captain Rob and Lezlee, as well as the chef Linda, and all the serving staff. The decorator Betsy transformed the whole boat into a disco club and dinner party. We had an amazing time and the photos near statue of Liberty are epic! Thanks for everything, I recommend using this company without reservations! Thanks again! read more

We recently chartered the Royal Princess for a corporate reception. What a fantastic experience! The staff was very personable and welcoming, especially Carol. The food and service were great, we even had a Casino Night theme with Tony the Pit Boss (very fun!). The Captain offered to have any of the children in our party take a turn steering the boat, which was a huge hit! Thank you to Lezlee and Rob for making our event so successful! read more

Just returned from a superfun, magical party cruise aboard Royal Princess Yacht to celebrate our daughter's engagement. We could not have chosen a more exciting or unique venue to gather together with family and friends....the party was perfect in every way. The Princess is a beautiful, clean and stylish vessel, large enough for a party yet still retaining an intimate feel. The entire staff was professional and accommodating and the proprietors, Captain Rob and Lezlee were easy to work with and provided timely communication and guidance to help make our vision a reality. DJ Oscar kept everyone on the dance floor throughout the event. The cuisine was top knotch, high quality and delicious. Getting to see Lady Liberty up close and personal and the entire NY skyline was thrilling!! We are so glad we decided to go with NY Boat Charter and Royal Princess and we hope others will consider them for their party planning needs. Note: Directly across the dock is the sister ship Festiva, another one of their fleet. read more

We couldn't have chosen a more perfect venue to host our big day. Rob and Lezlee were outstanding from the first call through picking-up leftover items a week after our wedding. They are a great team to deal with - Lezlee manages the business while Rob manages the boats. I've never been a huge fan of the typical NJ wedding venue scene and always wanted something different but never in my craziest dreams would I think my husband and I would be able to pull off a private wedding on Yacht. With one google search, I was impressed from the moment I found the Royal Princess website and my first call with lezlee made everything a reality. For the average price of a typical wedding venue in NJ you cannot beat the package the Royal Princess offers. Their prices were highly competitive and they do not try to lure you in with an attractive base package prices only to start adding money for every little change or custom request. They made every one of our requests happen with very minimal - to no extra charges, that were not stated up front and even made suggestion along the way to how to save money. They are one of the only venus that worked with us to have a four-legged child (dog) be apart of our ceremony as the ring-bearer, plus Lezlee and her daughter offered to walk him back to our hotel room at the Sheraton after the ceremony, instead of wasting time to hold the boat and have a family member do it. I would to also give a HUGH THANK YOU to all of their staff that day as well - the day would not have went over so perfectly without you guys. read more

On December 9, 2017 my husband and I tied the knot on the Royal Princess. We had checked out several venues before deciding on this beautiful yacht. It was clean and upscale. Captain Rob was warm and welcoming and any concerns I had about getting married on a yacht in the winter quickly vanished. We had several pre-planning conference calls to make certain we were all on the same page. They answered all of our questions and listened to our vision for this very important day. They helped to coordinate our other vendors. Not only did they meet our expectations I can honestly say they surpassed our expectations! Lezlee, Kathleen, Captain Rob and the wait staff were amazing! Everything went perfectly smoothly from the ceremony to the dancing and dining. The chef did a great job with food presentation and everything was delicious! DJ Dan scheduled several calls with us prior to the big day to give us an opportunity to share with him the variety of music we wanted played. He did an awesome job! The wait staff were very attentive and made sure everyone had what they needed. Our guests have told us over and over again how much fun they had and that it was one of the very best weddings they had ever attended! We have such great memories...and great pictures....from our wedding that it keeps us smiling! Thank you Lezlee, Captain Rob, Kathleen, DJ Dan, Chef David and all of the staff! Great job! read more

Ny boat charter gave me and my wife the most amazing wedding! It beat our expectations... and we had high expectations! Everybody told us it was the best wedding ever. For the price you got priceless views of a skyline we grew up looking at. The boat was perfect rob and lezlee worked with us throughout the whole year of planning for the big day. Lydia the wedding planner knew where we wanted everything and the wedding was set up exactly how we wanted it. The food was 5 star quality for dinner. The cocktail hour was the best I've ever had and we were at 7 wedding this year and it blew those seven away. So between the ceremony when rob blew the horn when we kissed to the stunning views amazing food and dance! We used one of there In house dj oscar and he was amazing! Played everything we wanted! I'd give the ny boat charter ten stars if I could! Def reccomend because where would you get a quality wedding like this? Defiantly not from a catering hall! read more

Captain Rob and Leslie provide a great service and are just outstanding people. My wife and I got engaged on Capt Rob's first boat in Weehawken.. Because the weather was bad on our originally planned night, he and Leslie booked a complementary second evening for us around the harbor. We had an absolute blast. 14 Years later my wife still talks about it often because they made it very special. There are many services in life that don't live up to expectations and some like NY Boat Charter that blow you away. read more

We had a wonderful time aboard our cruise on Friday evening! Thank you for all of your efforts. The views were amazing at night. The Statue of Liberty was just breathtaking! The food was delicious and the service was excellent from the bartending to the food service. Everyone had such a great time! read more

I had my wedding at this beautiful yacht two months ago. Thanks to God we had a lovely weather and everything went exactly as we planned. We had an evening function and it's the best choice for lovely pictures. Lezlee and specially cap. Rob were really helpful and friendly and directed us in many ways to fulfill our dream. I always dreamt of having my wedding in a unique and fabulous place and I am happy to say that I made the right choice by choosing royal princess. All the crew members worked as team to make everything picture perfect. I will definitely recommend this place to anyone for any special occasion. Thank you very much guys for the lovely experience. Looking forward for another event with you guys.... read more

We were lucky to have been invited to an event aboard the Royal Princess. We were greeted street side by an attentive usher who gave us directions to the yacht. Captain Rob met us on arrival and welcomed us aboard. Once on board, we were met with drinks and a plethora of amazing hors d'oeuvres. What I loved about this yacht were the 3 different levels --- so there was a quieter area downstairs where we ate dinner and those who wanted to dance could be on the middle level. Upstairs on the third level was outdoors and we were treated to views of the NYC skyline, the Statue of Liberty and Hoboken, Weehawken etc. on the New Jersey side of the river. All of the food was fantastic --- Some of my favorites were: the filet mignon was seasoned wonderfully with a delicious horseradish sauce, the pear and gorgonzola flatbread, and the spanikopita. All of the servers were a great help, the food was plentiful and delicious, and everyone invited had a great time. read more