Barcelona Boat Rentals

From classic sailing yachts, to catamarans perfect for a private party…

By Duncan Rhodes Barcelona Life

Whether you wish to charter a yacht for your family or friends, or you’re planning a private party or team building event, you’ll find the perfect boat on this page. We’ve listed available boats in order of size (from 5 to 125 people), so you can quickly find what you’re looking for.

The sparkling Mediterranean sea is a great part of Barcelona’s allure, and many visitors will want to take advantage of the city’s coastal charms while here. Few feelings compare to the sensation of the sun on your skin, the ocean breeze in your hair and the sense of freedom of setting out to sea.

Small & Medium Boats (up to 11 people)

A sailing trip is a great activity for a family or groups of friends, and the good news is there’s no shortage of sailing yachts to rent in Barcelona for up to 11 people, as well as small and luxury motor boats if you prefer. Just check our list below your options.

Larger Boats (12 to 125 people)

If you need a larger vessel for a private boat party, wedding celebration, a birthday bash, or a team building event, there are also some great options available. Most nautical events in Barcelona take place on catamarans because they are large, stable, and offer open spaces to both around or laze on ‘solarium’ nettings and sun decks.

Check out your options below and then get in touch with us on info@barcelona-life.com with your requirements, and we’ll use our local knowledge to help make your event happen. We work with a number of professional providers, looking for the best deals.

12 Different Boats For Hire

Organised in order of size, starting with the smallest first for a quick jaunt on the sea, to the largest 125 people catamarans for team events, wedding parties and other private celebrations.

1. License-Free Motor Boat (5 people)

This small craft is perfect for a casual jaunt onto the ocean, as you can rent it from 1 to 4 hours, and you can drive it yourself without a license. The boat fits up to five people and is docked at Port Olimpic. It is powered by a 15 HP Yamaha outboard motor. You can reserve it easily online via Barcelona Turisme, the official Barcelona tourist board. No bathroom on board, so if you’re travelling with young children just book an hour or two.

License-free Motorboat

Crew: None
Passengers: Up to 5 people
Length: 4 metres
Price per boat: €60-90 per hour.
Moored at: Port Olimpic

2. Sporty Sailing Yacht (7 people)

This sporty little 8-metre long vessel is lightweight and manoeuvrable and fits up to 7 passengers. It sits quite low in the water and you’ll feel the waves a bit, given it’s small size. Overall a great choice for a couple who love sailing, or a small group of adventurous friends. Very affordable! Email us on info@barcelona-life.com to check availability and book.

Sporty Sailing Yacht

Crew: Captain
Passengers: Up to 7 people
Length: 8 metres
Price: €250 for three hours
Departure from: Port Olimpic

3. Vintage Wooden Yacht (7 people)

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Vintage Wooden Yacht

Crew: Captain
Passengers: Up to 7 people
Length: ?
Price: €210-410 for three hours
Extras: Beer etc.
Departure from: ?

4. Leisure Sailing Yacht (9 people)

This size craft is perfect for a large family looking for a private sailing trip. There’s plenty of space above and below deck and on warmer days it’s easy to jump off the back and have a swim. There’s a stereo, refrigerator and bathroom on board, and complimentary Cava, soft drinks and snacks included in the price.

Medium Sailing Yacht

Crew: Captain
Passengers: Up to 9 people
Length: 11 metres
Price: From €350 for three hours
Extras: Cava, beer, soft drinks, snacks
Moored: Port Olimpic

5. Premium Sailing Yacht (11 people)

For larger groups this gorgeous 12 metre yacht is the perfect vessel for a sally out onto the Mediterranean. Apart from being a magnificent beast to look at, it is also very comfortable to charter with a spacious cockpit, well-designed interior and plenty of room to sunbathe at the front of the boat. Included in the price are snacks, two drinks per passenger and a bottle of Cava. For stag and hen parties planning on a bit of sesh, you are welcome to bring more of your own booze. Also available for weekend charters or longer. Email for info@barcelona-life.com for availability.

Premium Sailing Boat

Crew: Captain
Passengers: Up to 11 people
Length: 12 metres
Price: From €540 for three hours
Extras: Cava, beer, soft drinks, snacks
Moored: Port Olimpic

6. Luxury Motor Yacht (11 people)

For a taste of the high life set out on the Mediterranean on this bling machine. It’s gorgeous interior is nicer than most luxury apartments, and there’s multiple sun decks for lounging on as you drink Cava from iced buckets. There’s complimentary drinks, snacks and towels, although you can bring more booze if you want to make a party out of the day. You can also play your own music on the quality sound system. You can book directly with the organiser online, or you can send us an email on info@barcelona-life.com with any further questions.

Luxury Motor Yacht

Crew: Captain
Passengers: Up to 11 people
Length: 11 metres
Price:  €940 for 2 hours
Extras: Cava, beer, soft drinks, snacks, towels
Moored: Port Olimpic

7. Sailing Catamaran (28 people)

Perfect for all types of small private events, such as stag parties, hen dos or birthday celebrations, this 28 person catamaran allows plenty of space to mingle on a very stable boat, lounge in the sun on the front nettings, or take a dip in the sea. It has a great sound system, WIFI and a tablet loaded with Spotify Premium, so you play your favourite tunes. Inflatable toys, snorkels and even BBQ facilities ensure a good time is had by all. There are some free drinks and snacks included, but you are welcome to bring your own booze and food (otherwise you can choose from a number of catering options). The prices is calculated per person, based on a minimum group size of 16 people at the weekends (and 10 people during the week). Just drop us a line on info@barcelona-life.com to get the ball rolling.

Catamaran for 28 people

Crew: Captain
Passengers: Up to 28 people
Length: 12.5 or 13.5 metres
Price:  €75 per person for 2 hours (€95 for 3 hours), based on minimum of 16 people.
Extras: Cava, beer, soft drinks, snacks, snorkels, inflatable toys, WIFI, Spotify
Moored: Port Olimpic

8. Royal Sailing Yacht (65 people)

Wow your guests by welcoming them on board this classic sail boat, commissioned by the British royal family in the 1960s, and since owned by some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. With a capacity of up to 65 people (or 80 when docked), this gorgeous vessel is the ideal venue for a wedding celebration, team building or incentive event. The interior with its ‘bow lounge’ fitted out with dining table and floor rugs is fit for a Queen, quite literally, and on deck guests can take advantage of the ship’s solarium. Catering options start at simple appetisers, but more extravagant tapas and barbecue menus are available. Email us on info@barcelona-life.com to check availability.

Royal Sailing Yacht

Crew: Captain + 2 crew
Passengers: Up to 65 people
Length: 35 metres
Price:  €2250 for 2 hours (€3290 for 2 hours at sea + 2 hours on shore)
Extras: Complimentary Cava
Moored: Port Vell

9. Sailing Catamaran (78 people)

A great option for a larger event, this twin-hulled sailing yacht has all the facilities you need for an epic party, including top quality sound system, bar, BBQ, large solarium, inflatables for playing in the water, and separate toilets for men and women. There’s a host of catering options to choose from, and some other fun options to consider for an unforgettable event: including live DJ, live band or “golf fishing” where you drive an eco-friendly golf ball into the water. If you need a bigger version of the same boat, keep reading…

Catamaran for 78 people

Crew: Captain, crew, waiter
Passengers: Up to 78 people
Length: 18 metres
Price:  €1950 for 2 hours (€2300 for 3 hours)
Included in price: Inflatable toys, BBQ facilities, sound system
Moored: Port Olimpic

10. Sailing Catamaran (100 people)

This stylish catamaran has plenty of seating room and a large sun deck, and includes all the facilities of the other large catamarans. If you want to make your event extra special you add gin tasting, cocktail classes, wine tasting and a relaxing massage service for your guests. Naturally there are plenty of different catering options too, from snacks to a full Spanish buffet.

Catamaran for 100 people

Crew: Captain, crew, waiter
Passengers: Up to 100 people
Length: 22.8 metres
Price:  €2190 for 2 hours (€2660 for 3 hours)
Included in price: Inflatable toys, BBQ facilities, sound system
Moored: Port Olimpic

11. Sailing Catamaran (115 people)

An even bigger boat! The prices of the 115 and 125 people catamarans mean are more economical at the three hour rental point…. see prices below. For corporate events or weddings, why not add a tradition Spanish ham slicer and tasting session for €320.

Catamaran for 115 people

Crew: Captain, crew, waiter
Passengers: Up to 115 people
Length: 24 metres
Price:  €3700 for 2 hours (€3900 for 3 hours)
Included in price: Inflatable toys, BBQ facilities, sound system, ice machine
Moored: Port Olimpic

12. Sailing Catamaran (125 people)

The largest capacity boat for hire in Barcelona, that we know of, if you’re planning a BIG celebration, look no further. Available from 2 to 5 hours, but most economical in the 3-5 hour rental points. Get in touch with us with any questions on info@barcelona-life.com.

Catamaran for 125 people

Crew: Captain, crew, waiter
Passengers: Up to 125 people
Length: 22 metres
Price:  €4300 for 2 hours (€4400 for 3 hours)
Included in price: Inflatable toys, BBQ facilities, sound system, ice machine
Moored: Port Olimpic

Sailing for Large Groups

There are no individual boats for groups larger than 125 people in Barcelona, but there are a couple of fun options for that corporate team (of up to 400 people!) that is keen to get in the water….

Sailing Regatta (up to 400 people)

If you’re hosting an event for more than 125 people it will be hard to get them on one boat… that’s when a sailing regatta could be a better option. During this sporting challenge up to 400 people can take part, racing against each other on small boats of up to 8 people plus skipper. The activity is a really great way to challenge your colleagues in a new environment, and really test their team working and communication capabilities. Multinationals such as Pepsi, Mars, Zurich, Unilever, DHL and Swarovski have all booked this very event for their staff in recent years. We work direct with the provider, with no mark up on the price, so just drop us an email on info@barcelona-life.com with dates, group size, etc and you’ll hear back within 1 working day.

Sailing Regatta

Crew: Captain for each boat
Passengers: Up to 400 people (8 people per boat)
Length: 8-11 metres
Price:  €115 to €149 per person
Included in price: Welcome briefing, basic sailing instruction, hostesses, glass of Cava, medals
Moored: Port Olimpic

Group Sailing Tour (up to 400 people)

Another option for a large groups is a 3-hour sailing tour on multiple boats. This is similar to the regatta (above) but without the competitive element, so a good reward for a team that has already proven their credentials! Guests will be given the chance to sunbathe, relax with a glass of Cava, swim (during summer) and steer the ship. As there are less logistics involved, it’s also cheaper to run (and to book). More details below or send us an email on info@barcelona-life.com.

Group Sailing Tour

Crew: Captain for each boat
Passengers: Up to 400 people (8 people per boat)
Length: 8-11 metres
Price:  €90 per person
Included in price: Welcome briefing, snacks, Cava
Moored: Port Olimpic

About the Author

Duncan the AuthorDuncan established Barcelona Life in 2009, whilst freelancing for the likes of Conde Nast, The Guardian, Easyjet Magazine, CNN Traveller and many more. From interviews with Ferran Adria to revealing the secrets of the city’s poetry brothels, he knows the city inside out… and shares all his best tips right here.

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