Luxury hotel superyachts are increasingly setting sail, with the best brands in the world ready to launch. These yachts provide the luxury of personalized, private cruising with the in-built trusted hospitality of a high end hotel brand. Recent additions include:
About the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection: Designed to combine the luxury lifestyle of The Ritz-Carlton® and the casual freedom of a yachting vacation, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection offers bespoke voyages in the Mediterranean, the Caribbean and Central America. Calling on unique and distinguished destinations alike, most voyages range from seven to ten nights, offering many overnight calls and uniquely curated experiences ashore. The first yacht, Evrima, set sail on its maiden voyage in October 2022. Measuring 190-meters in length, Evrima features 149 suites, each with its own private terrace, and accommodates up to 298 guests in a relaxed, casually elegant atmosphere. The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection plans to expand its fleet with two newbuild superyachts, Ilma and Luminara, slated to set sail in 2024 and 2025, respectively. The specially designed superyachts measure 241-meters in length, feature 224 spacious suites and one of the highest space ratios at sea. Visit
Aman: Aman’s flagship yacht, Amandira is a custom-built, 50 suite, two-masted Phinisi sailing and diving vessel with five spacious cabins and a crew of 14. Travel both under sail and by motor, it explores the remote islands of Indonesia’s Flores Sea, including the Unesco-protected Komodo National Park, and the magnificent coral reefs and unparalleled marine life of Raja Ampat. An experienced dive master is available to lead undersea expeditions, and a private chef, waiter, massage therapist. Visit
Four Seasons: Since the Four Seasons Yacht was first announced, it generated a lot of excitement among cruisers and loyal fans of the hotel brand alike but few details on what would be aboard the 14-deck luxury yacht, which is slated to set sail in 2026, were released. From January to March 2026, the first Four Seasons Yacht will sail the Caribbean, visiting such islands as St. Barts, Nevis, the Grenadines, St. Lucia, Barbados, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Curaçao and Aruba. Afterward, it’ll make the transatlantic journey to the Mediterranean, traveling through the Greek Isles, the Italian Riviera, and the Adriatic, among other destinations. Each itinerary in both regions can be combined with overland extensions at Four Seasons hotels. The suites will be enormous, offering 50 percent more living space than any other ship at sea, with rates starting at $19,900 per suite for a seven-night sailing. Visit
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