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Spain
Motor yacht charter in Barcelona
Two flybridge boats, a practical Spanish Rodman and a polished Sunseeker, for a cruise that keeps the city in the frame.
A motor yacht charter in Barcelona keeps the city itself at the centre of the story. Ease away from the Port Vell pontoons and Montjuïc, the harbour and the Barceloneta beaches appear from an unfamiliar angle, while from the flybridge the Sagrada Família rises above the rooftops. An engine also buys freedom: when you crave quiet and clearer water, the boat can head south to the Garraf cliffs.
The 12.8-metre Rodman 41 comes from a Spanish yard and seats 11. It has a flybridge, two cabins, a swim platform, an awning and a fridge, everything a family outing on a sensible budget needs, Sitges included. The 17.3-metre Sunseeker Manhattan 55 carries 12 and plays in another league, with air conditioning, a hydraulic platform, premium audio, paddleboards and catering on request. It is the boat people pick for proposals, client entertaining and sunset parties.
Both normally have a three-hour minimum. That covers a loop along the city beaches with a swim stop; for Sitges and lunch ashore, plan on a full day.
Motor yachts in Barcelona
What it costs
The lowest indicative prices among the yachts of this type on this page.
- Hourly cruise
- from €280 / hour
- Full day
- from €1,900 / day
Minimum hire from 3 h
Indicative "from" market prices for this destination. The exact price depends on dates, duration and the specific yacht, and comes in your personal quote.
Usually included
- A captain, plus a deckhand on the Manhattan 55
- Awning and fridge on the Rodman 41
- Paddleboards and air conditioning on the Manhattan 55
- Vessel insurance
Usually extra
- Fuel, especially on a run to Sitges
- Catering and cava for a sunset cruise
- Deck styling for an engagement or birthday
- VAT if not already in the quote
Exact inclusions depend on the yacht and are always listed in your written offer.
Where you go
Boats leave from Port Vell (Marina Vela included), Port Olímpic or Port Fòrum. A short route runs past Barceloneta and the W hotel; a longer one heads south to the Garraf coves and Sitges or north along the Maresme shore.
Marinas
- Port Vell
- Port Olímpic
- Port Fòrum
- Marina Vela (Port Vell)
When to go
The main season is May to October, at its most pleasant in early and late summer. Sunset slots sell out first in midsummer, and in fair weather a short city cruise is possible almost any month.
Motor yacht charter in Barcelona: FAQ
Which yacht suits a marriage proposal?
The Manhattan 55 is the usual pick, since its air-conditioned saloon, good sound system and catering on request help set the mood. If privacy and budget matter more, the Rodman 41 works too; a flybridge at sunset for two looks just as good.
Can we reach Sitges within the three-hour minimum?
Probably not if you also want to step ashore. Three hours is comfortable for the city coastline and a swim; book a full day for Sitges with lunch.
May we bring our own food and drink?
It depends on the operator: some allow it, others only offer their own catering. We confirm the rules for your chosen yacht before the booking is final.