Yacht hire in Marbella

The price of renting a yacht in Marbella will vary greatly depending on a number of factors, including the number of people, the length of the yacht, and even the area you want to rent from.

If you want to rent from Puerto José Banús, you can expect prices to start at £1246 for half a day, £2200 for a full day, and £15397 for a week.

Renting in Estepona, meanwhile, can cost anywhere from £1206 per half day, £2242 per day, and £13937 per week.

To hire a boat in Fuengirola during the high season, you can expect to pay anything from £1212 per half day, £2181 per day, and £15391 per week, while in low season, typical prices start at £424 for half a day, £727 for a full day, and £3636 for the week.

Is a bareboat charter in Marbella possible for yachts?

What are the weather and sailing conditions like in Marbella?

Although high season runs from July to August, charter season in Marbella can start as early as April and generally ends around October. The Mediterranean climate is apt for your yacht charter during this period due to its warm temperatures and light breeze weather.
The summers in Marbella are generally short, warm and humid, with virtually no rain at all in July.  Winters, on the other hand, are long, cool and windy with a lot of clouds.  The wettest month in Marbella, with an average rainfall of 2.8 inches (7 cm), is November.
The average temperature in Marbella generally stays between 47 and 84°F (8.3-28.9°C), rarely dropping below 41°F (5°C) and exceeding 92°F (33.3°C).  The warm season lasts for about 3 months, the warmest month being August, with an average daily high temperature of 84°F (28.9°C).  The cool season is about 4 months long, the coldest month being January, with an average daily low temperature of 48°F (8.9°C).
The water temperature is usually at its warmest in August, when it can reach around 72°F (22.2°C), but drops down to 59°F (15°C) in February when it’s at its coldest.
Generally, Marbella is not very windy with winds reaching an average hourly speed of 11.2 mph (9.7 knots) in February, and dropping to an average hourly speed of about 8.3 mph (7.2 knots) in August.

The best time to visit Marbella depends on your personal preference.  Most people tend to visit during the summer months on account of the fantastic weather and reduced risk of rain but this can, in fact, be a good reason not to go during the summer months.  From July to August, the beaches will be flooded with tourists wanting to take advantage of the good weather, meaning prices will naturally be higher.

Most people consider the best time to visit Marbella to be September and October, as the temperatures are still good for swimming but most of the tourists have gone and with the schools back in session, there will also be less locals at the beach.  From November until March, the temperatures are a lot lower and while this might not be so good if you want a swim, the fewer tourists and resulting lower prices are definitely attractive to some sailors.  April is also generally good in terms of temperature and crowds, although the amount of tourists may be a little higher during the easter break.

Marbella is a never-ending buzz of restaurants and cafes which endeavor to tickle all taste buds. Boutiques, bars and bistros layer the waterfront and spread further inland behind its distinguished, high-class harbor. The shopping is boundless with artisan markets making an appearance regularly during high season. There is a street market every Sunday in Estepona, which is very popular with both locals and tourists. 

The nearby town of Fuengirola is characterized by its medieval castle towering the coast and its beautiful beaches. Bioparc, an animal park (awarded certificate of excellence by tripadvisor) sets the European bar high on the preservation of animal species and respect for nature and wildlife.

The Costa del Sol region also offers many different options for extended trips, as its geographical position enables you to explore a multitude of areas. Exploring the region from east to west is sure to be a scenic journey with stops in Marbella’s supreme harbors. However, you also have the opportunity to venture out in search of dolphins or even to cross the Mediterranean for a day-trip to Morocco. Additionally, you could make your yacht charter destination Gibraltar and explore the south coast of Spain along the way.

If you want to step into a city which feels like it’s from another world, you should head over to the old town.  This charming maze of pedestrian streets is so clean that the tiles shine in the sun.  

You can also head over to the Iglesia de la Encarnación which is Marbella’s main historic landmark.  Originally a mosque which was adapted for Christian worship, you can still see where the original design has influenced the current building.

If you want to find the perfect place to relax in nature, there are a few different options.  You can visit Alameda Park, which is completely idyllic, from its beautiful plants, to the marble paved walkways and the multitude of fountains.  Alternatively, you can visit the Bonsai Museum, which has one of the finest collections of bonsai trees in Europe, as well as water features with turtles swimming in them.  The oldest tree in this museum is a 300 year old olea oleaster.  Another spectacular option for spending some time in nature is to climb La Concha.  This mountain, which reaches its peak at 1200 metres (almost 4000 ft), is part of the Sierra Blanca coastal mountain range.  Although the walk takes about 4 hours to the top, it’s definitely worth making the trip as the views from the top extend way past Marbella, all the way to the Atlas Mountains in Morocco.

If you want to see something that is one of a kind, you can go to the Museum of Spanish Contemporary Engraving in the oldest part of Marbella, where you can see over 4000 pieces of graphic design.  These come from some of the most celebrated Spanish artists, including Dalí, Picasso, Goya, Miró and Chillida.

If you like old Roman Architecture, you have two main options.  First, there is the Roman Villa which is over 2000 years old, but you also have the Vega del Mar Basilica.  This is an incredibly important archaeological site a short distance from Guayaba beach and most of the objects discovered here go straight to the National Museum of Archaeology in Madrid.  It was originally a Roman Necropolis and was one of the biggest archaeological sites in Spain with around 200 graves.

There are also lots of golf courses in Marbella, as well as plenty of opportunities to take part in water sports.