The best yachts for charter in the west Mediterranean

Stats: 61.5 metres, Sanlorenzo, 2021, 12 guests, 16 crew

Highlights: Rest and relaxation are at the heart of all charters on board Lemon Tree, where sun pads abound and a crew of 16 cater to every whim. A barista serves up coffee each morning (which is best enjoyed from the sun deck) while a masseuse is on hand to soothe sore muscles after a day spent rummaging through her toy box. A flexible layout means she can host families of all shapes and sizes, with a convertible that can be used as a playroom for those with little ones in tow. The hardest decision guests will have to make during their stay on Lemon Tree is which of the two pools to swim in first.

Charter rate: From €485,000 per week with Y.CO.

Stats: 39 metres, Feadship, 2009, 10 guests, 7 crew

Highlights: Kathleen Anne has all the gear for fitness fanatics to keep up with their regimes while on board as she cruises through the Balearics this summer. On the sundeck, guests can work up a sweat on the treadmill while taking in vast ocean views, before unwinding with a dip in the hot tub or an afternoon nap on the sunpads. Kathleen Anne also offers a range of watersports on board including kayaking, paddleboarding, waterskiing, sailing and wakeboarding, plus there’s also a pair of SeaBobs and towable toys for more fun in the water. Indoors, each en suite cabin has an Apple TV and the full-beam master suite offers a private study and walk-in wardrobe.

Charter rate: From €140,000 per week with Hill Robinson.

Stats: 43 metres, Benetti, 2007, 10 guests, 8 crew

Highlights: Cruising between Ibiza and Mallorca this summer, Diane offers a calming retreat from the high-octane lifestyle of the Balearic islands. The sundeck provides al fresco dining with a BBQ and optional awning as well as a Jacuzzi and sunpads. Closer to the water, the fold-down beach club offers a space for dipping into the sea and launching her range of water toys including Jet Skis, paddleboards and gear for waterskiing or wakeboarding, plus she also carries full gym equipment for those wanting to stay on top of their fitness regimes while at sea.

Charter rate: From €140,000 per week with Edmiston.

Stats: 74.5 metres, Amels, 2006, 12 guests, 21 crew

Highlights: Saluzi is an instant head-turner wherever she goes and is sure to standout in the Mediterranean this summer. Named after a mystical warhorse that belonged to Tang Dynasty Emperor Taizong, a colourful artwork by Li Jiwei is plastered across the hull as a modern interpretation of this ancient Chinese tale. But her interiors are equally as captivating as the graphic decorations of her exterior. As many as 32 guests can be hosted overnight, with her vibrant interiors designed as a fusion of eastern and western tastes. Key features for entertaining on board include a karaoke room, an extensive spa and gym serviced by two resident therapists and a personal trainer, an open-air cinema and two hot tubs on the sundeck. Saluzi can also hold game nights with her automatic shuffle MahJong table and transformable Casino table. Additional features include an expansive beach club and an extensive list of water toys such as kayaks, a golf driving range, fishing gear and SeaBobs.

Charter rate: From €480,000 per week with Camper & Nicholsons.

Stats: 52.4 metres, Palmer Johnson, 2010, 10 guests, 11 crew

Highlights: With her champagne-coloured hull, the striking exteriors of DB9 are well suited for a glamorous charter along the coastlines of France, Italy or Spain this summer. Ideal for guests wanting to make the most of their time in the sun, DB9 has as many as three swimming pools as well as a range of sunpads and lounging areas for topping up tans. The main deck is designed for al fresco entertaining with a dining space and wet bar while the sundeck can be transformed into a party area with its impressive sound system, Jacuzzi, BBQ, outdoor cinema setup and additional drinks bar. For spending time in the sea, the toybox comes with Jet Skis, paddleboards, kayaks and more.

Charter rate: From €250,000 per week with IYC.

Stats: 28.65 metres, Mulder, 2015, 8 guests, 4 crew

Highlights: Despite measuring on the smaller size, Firefly has surprisingly voluminous interiors perfect for entertaining. Able to host up to 50 guests for quayside events, this gentlemen’s yacht boasts a saloon, dining and bar area spanning 40 square metres and an 85 square metre flybridge with al fresco dining areas, a drinks bar and a BBQ. Other features include an intimate dining area at the bow for smaller parties, a hydraulic swimming platform and a toybox carrying the likes of SeaBobs, paddleboards, Jet Skis, bicycles and gear for wakeboarding, water-skiing or fishing.

Charter rate: From €65,000 per week with West Nautical.