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Luxury Yacht Hotel

Pier 4 West, Ocean Village Marina, GX11 1AA Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Excellent location – show map

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Absolutely perfect ! All extras for a continental breakfast. Wonderful staff to greet us.

Brilliant hospitality well beyond expectation. Check in & check out first class.

It was wonderful sitting out on deck in the endless sunshine with amazing views of the rock and marina. We loved watching the planes land and take off too. The location so near to the marina and it’s lovely restaurants, Casemates square and the main shopping streets was perfect. The boat isn’t as new inside as the photos suggest, it’s a lovely family home with all the comforts that come with it. Valeria the owner was really on the ball and made sure our stay was great.

Everything, location, luxury, facilities, food that was provided

Fantastic location and excellent service. Given a tour of the yacht on arrival explaining how everything worked . A bottle of Fizz was on ice to welcome us. The fridge was well stocked with drinks cheese and ham for breakfast .Tea coffee and cereals provided. The entertainment system is very good with multi TVs and a Bose hi fi .Good WIFI signal. We sat up top to eat under the covered area .getting lunch ingredients from The Food Co supermarket only a 5 minute walk away. ( behind Bianncas restaurant area ) it specialises in UK brands especially fresh milk . At Ocean Village you are spoilt for choice on Bars and restaurants and its a short walk to Main street with all the shops . Before you enter Main street the bus terminal is there. Its the best and easiest way to travel round the Rock. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay on Luxury Yacht hotel and would recommend it .

This was an exquisite property and super clean! The property location was amazing- walking distance from the airport, places to eat and site seeing. The property was very well stocked with breakfast items including plenty of fruit and drinks (tea, coffee, soft drinks, ice). We did not have to buy anything for breakfast. The owners were really lovely - they checked up on us whether we needed anything and gave us lots of recommendations. I highly recommend this home away from home experience everyone should experience.

A fabulous place to stay & a unique experience. Great communication with Valeria before we arrived & a call from Jordon after we arrived to ensure all was well. The yacht was so well stocked & Erwann was super helpful & restocked the fridge half way through our stay. The Yacht was very comfortable and we were able to really relax and disconnect. The views from the deck in the morning watching the sunrise over the rock were fantastic. Also we really enjoyed watching the planes take off & land. So much to see & do in Gibraltar & 5 days was the perfect amount of time. All in all a truly special trip.

Perfect location to use as a base to explore Gibraltar.

Absolutely everything. The boat was amazing and had everything we needed. The mooring was superb. On the edge of the marina so it felt very private. It definitely won’t be our only visit.

What a yacht totally fantastic experience we had a fabulous stay

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Set in Gibraltar on a private and peaceful berth within the Ocean Village Marina, a 5-minute walk to the city center, Luxury Yacht Hotel offers accommodations with free WiFi. The boat provides guests with a terrace, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. A continental breakfast is provided as well as snacks, wine, champagne, water and soft drinks. The Marina complex features restaurants, bars and night clubs. Cathedral of the Holy Trinity is 0.8 mi from the accommodations.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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• Family rooms
• Non-smoking rooms
• Excellent Breakfast

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Amenities of Luxury Yacht Hotel Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

• Toilet paper
• Additional bathroom
• Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
• Guest bathroom
• Bathtub or shower
• Private Bathroom
• Free toiletries
• Wardrobe or closet
• Landmark view
• Mountain view
• Outdoor furniture
• Outdoor dining area
• Dining table
• Coffee machine
• Cleaning products
• Kitchenware
• Electric kettle
• Refrigerator
• Kitchenette
• Socket near the bed
• Clothes rack
• Bingo Additional charge Off-site
• Live sports events (broadcast) Additional charge Off-site
• Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
• Water sports facilities on site Additional charge
• Snorkeling Additional charge
• Diving Additional charge Off-site
• Bowling Additional charge Off-site
• Hiking Off-site
• Dining area
• Sitting area
• Blu-ray player
• Game console
• Flat-screen TV
• Cable channels
• Satellite channels
• Video games
• Wine/Champagne
• Kid-friendly buffet
• Special diet meals (on request)
• Tea/Coffee maker
• Parking garage
• Invoice provided
• Private check-in/out
• Express check-in/out
• Board games/Puzzles
• Books, DVDs or music for children
• Board games/puzzles
• Dry cleaning Additional charge
• Laundry Additional charge
• Fire extinguishers
• CCTV outside property
• Smoke alarms
• Key card access
• 24-hour security
• Carbon monoxide detector
• Grocery deliveries
• Air conditioning
• Smoke-free property
• Hardwood or parquet floors
• Private entrance
• Interconnecting room(s) available
• Soundproof rooms
• Ironing facilities
• Beach chairs/Loungers
• Public Bath Additional charge

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From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

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No cribs or extra beds are available.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

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Cash Luxury Yacht Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets are not allowed.

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Please note that there are designated smoking areas onboard.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Luxury Yacht Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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Check-in at Luxury Yacht Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

How far is Luxury Yacht Hotel from the center of Gibraltar?

Luxury Yacht Hotel is 2,800 feet from the center of Gibraltar. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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• Water sports facilities on site
• Public Bath
• Tour or class about local culture
• Live sports events (broadcast)

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Experiencing Gibraltar, from the decks of Sunborn Gibraltar, the 5-Star Yacht Hotel & Casino Resort

Recently I visited Gibraltar, gaining a fascinating insight into this historic slice of Britain in the sun. My home-from-home was the luxury Yacht Hotel, Sunborn Gibraltar , writes Andrew Forbes .

Gibraltar is considered one of the ‘Pillars of Hercules’, marking the  gateway to the Mediterranean. Connected to the Iberia Peninsula, on the Bay of Algeciras, it’s a thriving community which has been a British Overseas Territory for some three centuries.

Sunborn Gibraltar

Combining the intimacy of a Super Yacht; the glamour of a cruise liner; and the refinement of a luxury hotel, I found Sunborn Gibraltar to be a unique place to enjoy upscale accommodation in Gibraltar. The Liner offers sundecks with bar and plunge pool; a spa & gym; Barbary, the signature fine-dining restaurant; a La Sala Restaurant; and spacious guestrooms and impressive suites with private terraces.

Our 5-Star Yacht Hotel experience

From the moment we arrived we felt embraced by the unique upscale yacht hotel experience. As we completed our guest registration, sipping a glass of complimentary bubbles, we were introduced to the services and facilities onboard. In addition to the bars and dining options, there is also a destination casino. Sunborn offers guests a complimentary drink in the casino’s bar, a chip to join a game of roulette; and also, a credit for the slot machines – it’s a way to break the ice for those new to casinos and provide a little after dinner entertainment.

I have to admit to having a few preconceptions about the accommodation onboard. I have been on cruise liners and yachts before and I know the greatest luxury onboard is always space.

So I was so surprised to see just how spacious our suite was. It was probably bigger than many traditional hotel suites. Sunborn was built as an ocean-going luxury vessel, but in fact never set sail as it was acquired to become the world’s first luxury 5-Star Yacht Hotel (there is now a Sunborn in London, and one planned for Manhattan). So Sunborn has been truly designed for luxury as a floating hotel, permanently moored. In case you were wondering, the boat is in a marina so doesn’t move.

Our suite not only had a spacious entrance area with work desk, but also a living area that opened onto the private terrace, and then led through to the bedroom.

The suite included a very well stocked bar, with a choice of full-size wines and champagnes and lots of tempting treats. The welcome amenity was a thoughtful gesture – fruit, savoury snacks, and treats; a lovely welcome.

The bedroom, with king size bed, and another wide screen TV was a light-filled space that also opened out onto the private terrace.

The bathroom was beautifully presented and included a tub; bespoke amenities and all the creature comforts you could wish for.

Lighting, temperature, privacy sheers, curtains etc were all controlled by an intuitive, touch screen on the multimedia phones.

Dining at Barbary Restaurant

The Barbary Restaurant is where North Africa Meet the Mediterranean. Appropriate really, since from Gibraltar one feels as if it’s possible to reach out and touch Africa. The Strait, here where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, narrows to about 14 kilometres. It is remarkable sight; where two continents almost touch.

Barbary Restaurant is Sunborn Gibraltar’s signature dining experience, popular with locals and visitors. The menu brings together the exotic flavours and colours of the Barbary coast with the produce of the Mediterranean. This is Gibraltar, so there are some classic British dishes too. It’s like a microcosm of the fascinating mix of culture in Gibraltar – a comforting, almost nostalgic familiarity juxtaposed with the uniquely Mediterranean setting.

It was a real luxury to be able to just head up to deck 7 to enjoy dinner. One can enjoy happy hour drinks at the pool bar and take in the views of Ocean Village marina, and the bay of Algeciras, and then  head up to the restaurant bar to try the special cocktails. I chose the Barbary Tonic, made with Bacur Gin with exotic flavours of ginger, pepper, star anis, cloves and cardamom – it really set the tone for  the meal.

Italian born Executive Chef Mirko Scarabello brings together the flavours of the Mediterranean with dishes that are also prepared on the kitchen’s charcoal Josper grill.

I can highly recommend starting a meal with a sharing selection of Mezze. Even the Arabic bread is homemade; the falafel with black garlic were full of flavour; the hummus was superb; and the smoked aubergine had a colourful and tasty topping of walnuts, pomegranates with labneh and dukkah.

Ordering a main course, one can  continue with North Africana and Mediterranean style dishes like lamb skewer, cous course, tagines;  jospered seabass or yoghurt marinated chicken. But I couldn’t resist the British classics and chose the lamb shank with hand cut chips.

The friendly sommelier is on hand to help guests navigate the wine list. I liked how the restaurant always had a few premium, less well-known wines available by the glass. The choice changes daily, so its worth asking. I tried a superb organic verdejo; and then a delicious Ribera del Duero with my lamb.

It was a splendid meal; in a comfortable setting with a view out across the bay. Services was friendly and attentive.

An Evening with Lady Luck

Well we couldn’t resist the opportunity to visit the Casino on deck 2. After all, guests are invited to a drink at the bar and offered a complimentary bet to place. We didn’t have much success at roulette, but it was fun to enjoy the atmosphere. My travelling companion did better at the slots, winning enough to buy a generous lunch in the heart of Gibraltar the next day!

Stylish Ocean Village Location

The vessel is a self-contained resort. One can enjoy cocktails at the Sapphire Bar; live music at La Sala Restaurant; gourmet dining at Barbary Restaurant; top up your tan on deck and work out in the gym. There’s a spa too.

What’s more there’s Ocean Village to explore. Ocean Village is a prestigious deep-water marina and leisure area within walking distance to  Gibraltar’s International Airport and the frontier with Spain. This is where Sunborn is permanently moored, providing a floating hotel and casino resort amongst the restaurants, bars and shops of the beautifully designed marina complex.

On the other side of the frontier it is easy to pick up a rental car and explore Andalucia. The championship golf courses, and prestigious polo of Sotogrande, and the glorious beaches of Andalusia’s unspoilt Atlantic coast  are all within 30-45 minutes’ drive.

Business and Pleasure

Internationally, Gibraltar is regarded as an important business centre, with an economy that certainly punches above its weight, thanks to online gaming, offshore finance, and maritime services. Yet visitors are not only business travellers. Gibraltar is also a popular destination for tourism, where travellers can start or end a Mediterranean vacation. In addition, its popular with visitors from Spain looking for a unique short-break get-away that combines tax-free shopping; a generous choice of restaurant and bars; history and culture; as well as outdoor activities.

Exploring the Rock

Gibraltar is of course renowned for the Rock, the impressive limestone ridge that defines the identity of Gibraltar. I was already familiar with the shops of the British style main street, so to discover something new, I was really looking forward to taking the vintage cable car to the Upper Rock Nature Reserve.

Here we hiked, meeting some of the mischievous macaque monkeys, known locally as Barbary Apes; took in the views from the new glass ‘SkyWalk’; and a stroll cross the Windsor Suspension Bridge. There are UNESCO caves, as well as tunnels dating back to the second world war. It all makes for a very interesting day out.

Information

Sunborn Gibraltar 5-Star Yacht Hotel & Casino Resort 35 Ocean Village Promenade Gibraltar, GX11 1AA Gibraltar

Tel: +350 2001 6000 Website: www.sunborngibraltar.com

Andrew Forbes

Andrew is a Marketing Communications consultant, working within the wellness, travel & lifestyle sectors. His track record in PR, marketing and branding spans 30 years. He writes regularly on international wellness, travel, and lifestyle themes with a particular passion for the Mediterranean and the Americas. Originally from the UK, Andrew Forbes has lived in the US and France but now calls southern Spain his home, where he is a specialist in hospitality marketing and content, as well as a Contributing Editor for Spain’s leading English language newspaper. www.andrewforbes.com

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Sunborn gibraltar.

A magnificent five-star yacht hotel moored in an idyllic marina on Western Europe’s southernmost tip, Sunborn Gibraltar introduces a new concept of luxury to this famously exclusive setting.

The 142-metre yacht hotel comprises 189 lavishly appointed rooms together with banqueting suites, bars, cocktail lounge and restaurants, plus tranquil pool, spa and sundeck, offering guests a unique opportunity to enjoy the ultimate indulgent hotel experience.

Inside, the yacht provides all the quality and comfort of a top hotel. Suites are light, spacious and luxurious – with views of the Rock, sea and marina – and guest amenities are immaculate. It’s the ideal base from which to explore Gibraltar – the sunny climate, relaxed international atmosphere and picturesque historical location making it a favoured destination for visitors all year round. You’ll discover panoramic vistas from the summit of the Rock, safe beaches, watersports and ancient limestone caves – all within 15 minutes of the hotel.

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Best Place to Stay in Gibraltar: The Sunborn 5 Star Yacht Hotel

During my splendid trip to Gibraltar I had the great pleasure of spending five magnificent days at the Sunborn Yacht Hotel . This luxurious hotel is actually a mega-yacht docked at the Ocean Village, together with the other boats and yachts, but surely the biggest one! 🙂 From almost every room you can get a great sea-view while enjoying The Rock of Gibraltar changing colors from the sunrise to the sunset.

The city center with shops is very close, easy to reach within 10 minutes walk. To have a better idea about what to do and what to see in Gibraltar , check out my full article about all the places I visited: CLICK HERE

PENTHOUSE SUITE AT SUNBORN GIBRALTAR

Overall, I honestly had a blast discovering Gibraltar! In addition, I have been so lucky to get the best accommodation in town: the Super-Yacht Penthouse Suite at the Sunborn Hotel ! 🙂

This luxurious suite is very spacious that you can really feel like staying in your own flat! When I walked in I got astonished by the beautiful and unique interiors! I also really liked having two different views: one from the big terrace and other one overlooking the port!

I also hugely appreciated the warm welcome from the reception: they sent to my suite some champagne together with a delicious set of finger food, with macaroons, fruits, ham and cheese! So good!

After enjoying this lovely gift from the management, I immediately stepped outside to enjoy the beautiful weather from the wide terrace of the suite! You cannot imagine how comfortable that hammock is… 🙂

The other big highlight from  this magnificent suite was surely the bath! I love taking warm baths as much as I can, and this one was incredibly inviting! Wasn’t it?

After dinner, I got back to my suite finding a pillow mist on each side. I adored this detail. I sprayed it all over and it was so pleasant! Details are everything…

I guarantee you that this place is so peaceful and you can’t hear any noise from outside. I slept so well indeed!

THE OTHER ROOMS

All the rooms at the Sunborn Yacht Hotel are very good and well decorated. I had the chance to check them out and I was impressed because also the standard ones are superb! To get more info about the other room and suite types, click here

DINING @ SUNBORN HOTEL GIBRALTAR

As per my experience, the best meals you can get in Gibraltar are at the Sunborn Restaurants , no doubt! I have tried a few places near by and none of them were as good as The Sky Restaurant and La Sala Restaurant !

In the morning, I had breakfast at the Sky Restaurant on 7th floor. It was a beautiful day, so we had it on the terrace, overlooking the port! The buffet offers a wide selection of food, good for every palate. Service was impeccable and fast. High quality of food, everything freshly cooked and prepared.

For lunch, I tried La Sala Restaurant on 2nd floor. I had seafood pasta with a great glass of Chardonnay. On a side note: I am Italian, so I can guarantee that the pasta was so good! 🙂

On my third night, I had dinner at the Sky Restaurant: once again, the service was impeccable! Food and champagne on point! This place is perfect also for a romantic date, even if you do not stay at the hotel. You can book it also as a non-guest of the hotel. Highly recommended!

INFINITY SPA & FITNESS CENTER

Another important highlight of this hotel is its Spa and Wellness center! I’d like to share with you that my therapist is particularly good and the entire staff is amazing!

Keep in mind that the the Infinity Spa is open also to non-guests. Prior booking is mandatory. Check the spa menu HERE ! It is open every day from 9am to 9pm… You can’t miss it!

I had 1 hour body sensation massage, and 30 minutes of facial. It felt like heaven!

Even the changing room is stellar there!

An important detail is that the Infinity Spa has also the hair salon !!!

… and the nail salon too! Perfection for people like me! 🙂

The fitness center is extremely well equipped, with a lovely view as well!

Furthermore, in the changing room you can enjoy the sauna which overlooks the sea and the port! Loved it!

PLANNING ACTIVITIES

If you need any sort of help to plan your time in Gibraltar, the Sunborn Concierge is extremely helpful. You can contact them directly and they will promptly help you with any sort of request. One of the best services I have ever had around the world!

SPECIAL EVENTS

At the Sunborn Yacht Hotel you can also plan special events like:

• conferences
• private parties
• corporate events

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I had such a great time at Sunborn Yacht Hotel, I really cannot wait to be back!

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Sunborn Gibraltar: 5-Star SuperYacht Hotel

Holiday on a gorgeous yacht in gibraltar.

Experience luxurious accommodations in Gibraltar as you stay on a 5-star floating yacht hotel which boasts a sparkling pool, and delicious dining options. From the hotel you can marvel at panoramic views of the Rock of Gibraltar, and off the hotel, you'll get an included tour of Gibraltar's main highlights and a dolphin excursion!

What's Included

• 3 nights in Gibraltar at the Sunborn Gibraltar

Original Rock Tour

Dolphin adventure.

• Breakfast daily

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Great Ways to Explore

Visit the spectacular St. Michael’s Cave!

Lounge in paradise on your 142-metre long floating hotel.

Walk through the Upper Rock Nature Reserve to see Gibraltar's many monkeys!

Enjoy luxurious accommodation. 

Go shopping and enjoy delicious bites on Main Street.

Pack your bags and get ready to spend 3 nights on a yacht hotel in Gibraltar! Lay back and relax at the hotel's pool, and enjoy fine dining on the yacht. With your included tours you'll get to discover some of the must-see highlights of Gibraltar, including Ape's Den (home of the wild barbary Macaques) and St Michael's Cave. You'll also get to enjoy an included Dolphin Adventure where you'll spot friendly Bottlenose Dolphins and perhaps even some whales!

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Welcome to Gibraltar, the overseas territory also known as The Rock due to its unique landscape! Upon arrival, go ahead and check into your room at the Sunborn Gibraltar Yacht Hotel. You’ll want to leave your things there for now so you can go out and explore the local shops and restaurants on this magnificent piece of land. Take a walk along the coast, sunbathe on the rooftop of Sunborn Gibraltar, or simply enjoy some of the relaxing activities offered on the Sunborn Gibraltar, such as the Infinity Spa or stargazing on the balconies.

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The Sunborn Gibraltar is a luxurious five-star yacht moored in an idyllic marina on the southernmost tip of the Iberian Peninsula. This 142-metre long floating hotel consists of 189 lavishly decorated rooms, charming bars, cocktail lounges, and a restaurant. Additionally, the hotel features a plunge pool, sundeck, and lush spa facilities.

A stay at the Sunborn Gibraltar places you right in the heart of the British enclave on the Spanish coast, where you can spend the day exploring the narrow streets, take in the panoramic views from the top of the Rock, or just lounge by the pool.

Day 2. Gibraltar

Your stay at the Sunborn Gibraltar grants you with delicious English-style breakfast every morning. Be sure to take your fill, as you’ll be needing it to power through your day. For your first full day in Gibraltar, you’ll get to see some must-see sites with your included tour!

Europa Point Lighthouse in Gibraltar

Explore the must-see sites of the Rock with our experienced and qualified Guides on the Rock Tour. The tour includes the following 3 stops: Europa Point, cradle of the pillars of Hercules; Ape's Den, home of the wild barbary Macaques; and St Michael's Cave.

Day 3. Gibraltar

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, and then embark on your exciting dolphin adventure!

Finish off your day with some fine-dining at Sunborn Gibraltar’s on-site restaurant, and perhaps trying your luck at the casino.

Dolphins in Gibraltar

Cruise out into the Bay of Gibraltar and spot the friendly Bottlenose Dolphins in their natural habitat. Take in the breath-taking views of the Straits of Gibraltar, Spain and Morocco out at sea on our Dolphin adventure. You may be lucky and spot some Whales, Turtles and other marine life.

Day 4. Depart Gibraltar!

Unfortunately, your Gibraltar holiday has come to an end. Until next time!

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Sunborn Gibraltar – The 5 Star Super-yacht Hotel That’s Redefining the Rock

• by Anna Collins

Sunborn Super Yacht Hotel – Gibraltar

Thought Gibraltar was little Britain in the sun? Then think again.

Since the arrival of the new 5 star luxury yacht hotel The Sunborn , Gibraltar suddenly got sexy.

Nestled on the far south coast of Malaga on the Costa del Sol sits this 425 metre high rock proudly protruding out of the Mediterranean sea. But despite the Mediterranean climate there’s no escaping the fact that Gibraltar is very much an overseas territory of Great Britain.

A slice of Britain in the sun

Giveaways are the bright red telephone boxes, Policemen in British uniform and more British pubs in a square mile that you can dream of. With names like ‘The Lord Nelson’ and ‘The Trafalgar’, obvious signs that Gibraltar is very proud of its heritage.

View from the Pool deck

When the Marina was developed a few years ago complete with luxury apartments and chic restaurants built on reclaimed land jutting out to sea, it gave a whole new appeal to the rock.

But nothing could have been more exciting for this tiny island than when the Sunborn Yacht Hotel sailed in and took up a permanent spot on Gibraltar’s new Ocean Village marina development .

Rubbing shoulders with the rich and famous

During the first weekend in September Gibraltar hosts an annual music festival which attracts thousands of music fans from all over the world.  As the only 5 star hotel in Gibraltar The Sunborn attracts most of the headline acts that perform there.

Last year while we were in Gibraltar for the festival I was over the moon to meet and have my picture taken with Kelly Jones the lead singer of The Stereophonics.  We popped up to the the pool bar for a cheeky G&T before heading into the festival and there they were,  The Stereophonics just casually chilling by the pool.

Me with Kelly from The Stereophonics!

Check-in was a breeze

I knew nothing could top that first experience on the yacht but loved it so much that we decided to spend our 7th wedding anniversary there.  Living just over an hour away from Gibraltar it seemed like the perfect place to spend a child free night.

We had pre-booked a car parking space and admittedly were a bit excited to see our name attached to a car parking spot in prime position outside the yacht.  Feeling felt like VIP’s already…

As soon as we had taken our bags out of the car we were met by the porter who came and carried them up the sweeping entrance ramp to the front reception desk for us.

What an entrance it was too, the biggest chandelier I have ever seen hung directly above us, suspended like an enormous glitter ball with what can only be described as its own orbit around it.  Everything from the staircase to the marble floor and the beautiful lighting was unbelievably elegant.

Complimentary Cava

Check in was the smoothest I’ve had anywhere, we were attended immediately by the reception manager and straight away offered a glass of Cava…always a winner.  As it was a special occasion we were upgraded for no extra charge to a Superyacht Deluxe room and the manager offered to send a free bottle of Cava to the room. Great first impressions so far.

Once we were checked in the porter took our luggage and offered to show us our room which was on the 4th floor. The room didn’t disappoint as he proceeded to show us exactly how the electronic shower, lights and curtains all worked from a keypad by the entrance door or by the telephone system next to the bed.

I wasn’t really concentrating and hoped it was as easy to work as he seemed to demonstrate.

Immaculate room with mod-cons

The room was immaculately clean and of a good size, the bathroom was spacious and luxurious with a large marble walk in shower.

The views were amazing, we could see the marina, the airport runway and across to Spain, we stood for a minute and watched a plane take off with uninterrupted views.

Airport runway and mainland Spain

Don’t worry if you think you are going to hear aircraft noise all night though, there are no arrivals or departures before 10am and after 9pm generally.

One thing I would say is you need to know your companion well to stay here as only a glass door protects your modesty in the toilet and shower.  Fine for my husband and I but may not suit everyone.

We hadn’t even started unpacking when a knock at the door revealed a member of staff with an ice bucket of yummy Cava and two glasses.

Having checked out the drinks menu the bottle of Anna Codorniu Mediterrania Brut was priced at £29 to buy so the complimentary bottle went down a treat.

Cocktails & Cava poolside

After unpacking quickly we headed straight up to the 7th floor Aqua bar and rooftop pool as the temp was about 25 degrees, great for mid April and perfect sunbathing/cocktail weather.

The pool looked nice if a bit small,  not sure if it was heated as we didn’t go in so I can’t comment.

Pool deck and bar

The pool area itself is also quite small for the size of the ship and there are only around  to 10 to 15 sun loungers.  It wasn’t overly busy when we were there but not sure how this would work during peak summer.

On the other side of the pool are nice sofas for chilling with a drink and there are also tables and chairs for eating or drinks too. Lunch menu at the Aqua bar is lovely, healthy, light and perfect for poolside dining.

We ordered a couple of Passion Mojitos at a reasonable £7 a pop and a Mezze Feast from the sharing menu at £15.

Drinks and food were served pretty sharp and all was absolutely delicious.

Amazing Mezze platter

We settled in for a couple of hours of sunbathing while enjoying the chilled bottle of Cava that was previously sent to the room. Nice chill out music played in the background and it made for a perfectly relaxing afternoon.

We had pre-booked dinner in La Sala restaurant on the 3rd floor for 8.30pm that evening and just had time for a quick pre-dinner glass of wine in the Sky  bar on deck 7.

In the summer months the Aqua pool bar stays open late and they have events like DJ afternoons and canapes & cocktail evenings but it was a bit too cold and windy out there for drinks mid-April.

A few more people trickled in sitting down for dinner in the Sky restaurant. Around 8.30pm we went down to dinner at La Sala restaurant which was a good three quarters full with a nice vibe.

Pre-dinner drinks – Sky bar

There are lots of restaurants and bars all within a few minutes walk of the Sunborn.  Some traditional pubs, others wine and cocktail type bars but we wanted to experience everything on the Yacht.

Dinner & dancing at La Sala

Service in La Sala was excellent despite it being pretty full, drinks were served straight away.  For dinner we went for a classic Prawn Pil Pil and Chateaubriand to share.

The restaurant was full to bursting by 9.30pm and while we tucked into our starter a male and female soul singing duo took to the stage entertaining diners with some great soulful classics.

The Pil Pil was delicious as was the Chateaubriand, cooked more or less medium and to our liking but if I had one criticism, I would say the steak was just a little tough.

After dinner, we propped ourselves on a bar stool so we could be among the action and had one last drink before bed. People were up dancing and really enjoying the music, the place had a great buzz and was still going strong as we left round 12.30am.

After a good night sleep we headed for breakfast which is served in the Sky restaurant.  The restaurant is well laid out, bright and airy with enough space in between tables. We were told to sit where we wanted so chose a table close to the window.

First off, a fresh fruit and veg smoothie which I hoped would give me a little lift…probably shouldn’t have had that last gin.

Amazing breakfast

The breakfast looked as good as I had heard it was and I went straight for the cooked option. Although it was help yourself style, there was nothing that looked like it had been left standing for hours as a chef was there behind the scenes cooking everything fresh.

The proper British bangers were yum, not the processed ones you sometimes find at hotel breakfasts.

Tons of different types fresh fruit, bread, dried fruit, ham, cheeses, cereals and even Cava if you can face it.  Not for me this early in the morning though.

Check out was at 12 so we went to settle our bill having decided to put all our food and drinks purchases on the room.  I would loved to have stayed another night or two on the Sunborn and really did not want to leave.

The cost of our stay

Currency in Gibraltar is pounds sterling.  We booked a Superyacht Superior room at £205 for 1 night, breakfast was priced at £15 per person and parking at £25, total was £265.

Our bar and food bill was an additional £170 bringing the grand total to £435.

Now some might say that’s a little pricey for 1 night away but for us was well worth paying that little bit more for a bit of 5 star indulgence.

Is it for you?

We have stayed in other hotels in Gibraltar that were cheaper, but if its a bit of luxury you’re after then the Sunborn is by far the best.  The setting, quality, service, dining and drinks options and poolside ambiance can’t be beaten in my opinion.

The super yacht would definitely suit couples of all ages looking for a few nights romantic getaway. Although the hotel offer rooms for families, I didn’t see any children on board while we were there, I would say it is aimed more at the adult market.

The hotel is a great base for exploring Gibraltar and parts of Southern Spain and around 20 kilometers from Gibraltar is the ferry terminal to Morocco which offers return trips around every 2 hours.

Overall we had a really fantastic time on the Sunborn and would love to stay here again, the service the cleanliness and the facilities are all top notch and it is absolutely a 5 star hotel in my opinion.

Unfortunately we didn’t get to see inside the gym or the casino so I am unable to comment on these extra facilities the yacht offers.

Get married on the Sunborn

The Hotel is one of few locations in Gibraltar that has a licence for civil wedding ceremonies.  They offer a dedicated planning team to take care of everything for your big day.  There are a variety of locations around the ship to hold a wedding ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening party.

If you have have stayed on the Sunborn Gibraltar or have a question about my stay please feel free to leave a comment below, I’d love to hear from you.

I certify that this review is a true and genuine account of my stay at this hotel. I have no personal or business relationship with the hotel.

— Anna Collins

Hey I'm Anna, and my blog is Malaga Travel Guide. I live in Spain and I will share my experiences to provide you with a "real" insiders guide to life on the Costa del Sol

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Ive booked a weekend away to the Sunborn in Gibraltar Easter weekend. I cant wait the pics and boat look amazing!!

Can you suggest any good restaurants close by in Gibraltar or would you recommend just staying and eating on the ship?

Thanks again for the detailed review, very helpful

Hey, Thanks for reading the post and commenting. Good question about where to eat if you are staying on the Yacht. There are two restaurants on the Sunborn, we ate in La Sala and had a great meal, I would definitely recommend it for food, price and a nice vibe, especially live music nights.

Of course you have a good choice of restaurants in ocean village too, Wagamama and Little Bay Indian are both within a stone’s throw and are nice too. Not far away from the Sunborn however you can reach Gaucho’s restaurant . If you like your meat and particularly steak I would suggest giving Gaucho’s a try, you will have to book ahead but it’s a lovely atmospheric restaurant and one of my personal fave’s when in Gib.

Awesome!! Thanks for the in-depth reply.

You really know your stuff and so much choice. We will check out the restaurants onboard because if they are half as good as the ship looks them we wont be disappointed.

I do like a steak so will take a peek at Gauchos and maybe go there our second night. Getting excited now not long till we fly!! Thanks for the tips and advice

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Sunborn Gibraltar Hotel, the only purpose built 5-Star Yacht Luxury hotel in the world, has been certified with the prestigious Green Key . It is the first business property in Gibraltar to have received the acclaimed award.

Established in Ocean Village in March 2014 and only 15 mins walk from the airport and 5 mins into the city centre, the hotel recognises that it has a responsibility towards the environment and community beyond legal and regulatory requirements.

“I couldn’t be more proud of receiving this certification! We are committed to reducing our environmental impact and continually improving our sustainable performance. It is an integral part of our business strategy and operating procedures, with regular review points. As the first recipient of the award in Gibraltar, I am proud to be at the helm leading the way. This requires persistence, innovation and a passion which we will continue to enliven in our business amongst our team, guests, suppliers and other stakeholders to follow suit.” pronounced Marc Skvorc, Chief Operating Officer, Sunborn Yacht Hotels and General Manager of Sunborn Gibraltar.

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