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10 of the Top Marinas Around the World
From historic Mediterranean ports to modern destinations reshaping the future of yachting, the world’s top marinas are no longer just places to dock. They are lifestyle hubs in their own right, offering exceptional service, vibrant surroundings, and carefully curated experiences for owners, guests and crew alike. Here are ten marinas that continue to set the standard on a global scale.
1. Marina Port Vell, Barcelona
Set in the heart of Barcelona, Marina Port Vell has firmly established itself as one of the Mediterranean’s leading winter homeports for superyachts. With a 400-metre dock, tailored concierge services and a strong emphasis on crew wellbeing, it blends serious infrastructure with the energy of a world-class city.
2. Casa de Campo Marina, Dominican Republic
Where the Chavón River meets the Caribbean Sea, Casa de Campo Marina delivers an effortlessly glamorous yachting lifestyle. With 370 berths, colourful waterfront residences and a lively mix of dining and entertainment, it remains one of the most complete luxury marinas in the region.
3. Marina Port Mahón, Menorca
Overlooking one of the world’s largest natural harbours, Marina Port Mahón offers a calmer, restorative Mediterranean experience. Its connection to Menorca’s culture, cuisine and regatta calendar makes it a favourite for those seeking beauty, history and rest in equal measure.
4. Yas Marina, Abu Dhabi
Few marinas can rival the setting of Yas Marina, where superyachts berth alongside a Formula 1 circuit and a buzzing entertainment district. As the only Platinum 5 Gold Anchor marina in the MENA region, it delivers a polished, high-energy experience backed by exceptional service.
5. Habacoa Marina, The Bahamas
Already highly anticipated, Habacoa is set to become North America’s largest superyacht marina when it opens in 2027. Designed as a true ‘marina of the future’, it places sustainability, technology and crew-focused living at the centre.
6. Sindalah Marina, Saudi Arabia
Sindalah marks a bold new chapter for Red Sea yachting as NEOM’s first luxury island destination. With premium berthing, offshore moorings for larger yachts and seamless superyacht services, it is positioning itself as an incredibly exciting seasonal alternative.
7. Port Nimara, Anguilla
Port Nimara is redefining first impressions in the Caribbean by seamlessly linking private aviation and superyacht arrivals. With 118 berths, a luxury hotel and private villas, it promises a smooth, high-end gateway to one of the region’s most exclusive islands.
8. Royal Phuket Marina, Thailand
Royal Phuket Marina has long been regarded as Asia’s most sophisticated yachting hub. As the region’s first carbon-neutral marina, it combines cutting-edge facilities with a strong sustainability ethos and easy access to some of Southeast Asia’s finest cruising grounds.
9. Port Adriano, Mallorca
Modern, design-led and superbly connected, Port Adriano stands out on Mallorca’s southwest coast. Its Philippe Starck–designed commercial area and berths for yachts up to 60 metres make it an attractive and enduringly stylish Mediterranean homeport.
10. Porto Montenegro, Montenegro
Set within the dramatic UNESCO-listed Bay of Kotor, Porto Montenegro has grown into one of the Adriatic’s most influential marina villages. With duty-free fuel reinstated, world-class facilities and a vibrant lifestyle ashore, it continues to draw yachts from across the Mediterranean.
Together, these ten marinas highlight how far marina destinations have evolved, each offering their own balance of service, setting and lifestyle. Whether established icons or ambitious newcomers, they reflect the future of yachting as an experience that extends well beyond the dock.