Where to See Mallorca’s Most Spectacular Luxury Yachts?

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With its privileged location in the Mediterranean and its growing popularity among major celebrities, tech magnates, and the rich and famous from around the world, Mallorca has established itself as the port of choice for the most spectacular luxury yachts.

Mallorca has a unique reputation worldwide, and the island is investing more and more in creating cutting-edge facilities and developing a thriving service industry. Even if you don’t own one of these superyachts, including a day of "luxury yacht spotting" at one of Mallorca’s exclusive marinas is a good—and increasingly popular—option.

There are more than a dozen marinas in Mallorca, but three of them stand out: specifically, those with the largest number of luxury yachts floating in their waters.

Palma de Mallorca: Real Club Nautico and Club de Mar

Palma has two neighboring marinas located in the heart of the city. El Real Club Náutico is the largest and oldest marina in the Balearic Islands. It is also the best known for hosting an annual King’s Cup regatta, in which one of the crews is skippered by the King of Spain, Felipe VI. The event takes place at the end of July, so if you are a regatta enthusiast, try to plan your trip to coincide with this famous event.

Club de Mar is located slightly west of Palma Cathedral and the Real Club Náutico. It has facilities for mooring the largest yachts, up to 135 m in length (plus a waiting dock for vessels of up to 350 metres).

You can see some of the largest, most luxurious, and most spectacular yachts in this port. From Jeff Bezos to Steve Jobs’ heirs, David Geffen, and a large number of tech magnates and all kinds of celebrities, they make an annual stop at this port in Mallorca.

Both clubs are easy to access and represent the perfect place for luxury yacht spotting: this is where the largest boats are moored. We particularly recommend an evening stroll when the boats are illuminated.

Puerto Portals
Around 10 minutes’ drive west of Palma is Puerto Portals, a little smaller but equally exclusive. It is the hub of an entire luxury neighbourhood and, to a large extent, a driving force for the local economy. Known as the "marina of millionaires," it deserves a visit not only for its superyachts—it is also a great place to spend the day. With plenty of luxury boutiques, pop-up shops (such as Elizabeth Hurley’s pop-up on the beach), and many restaurants and bars, it is the best place to see and be seen. It is also known for hosting fabulous events, including an annual Christmas market. Before you go, check the Puerto Portals calendar to plan your visit and make sure you don’t miss anything.

Port Adriano
A little further west of Palma and Puerto Portals is the final marina on our list. It is a fairly new marina in Mallorca, having been built in 2007, but it is incredibly spectacular. This port, designed by Philippe Starck, is probably the most technologically advanced marina in the Mediterranean.

The main building, shaped like a luxury yacht, blends into its surroundings, with the woodwork reflected in the decks of the moored yachts, while the bollards and lighting reflect the yachts’ design.

It is a particularly good place for yacht spotting, as it can accommodate boats up to 80 metres long, with the harbour floor having been dredged to create sufficient depth for them.

Port Adriano was built to become a lifestyle hub for the neighbourhood, so you will find plenty of exclusive shops, restaurants, and events. Make sure you set aside several hours for your visit to Port Adriano.

Aside from the marinas, Mallorca offers many places to go and see yachts. During the high season, almost any cove in Mallorca will be dotted with some incredible boats. But if you would like to feel more comfortable, buy a day pass at a hotel such as Hospes Maricel, Nixe Palace, or Pure Salt Port Adriano. They will all allow you to relax comfortably by the pool while watching a parade of luxury yachts sail past!