14 of the best hotels with luxury yachts

The rugged coastal setting of the Six Senses resort in Zighy Bay, Oman now can now be enjoyed aboard the hotel’s clasically styled boat Dhahab. Keeping in line with the hotel’s rustic design, which combines middle-eastern charm with barefoot luxury, Dhahab is a restored traditional Omani Dhow. The 27-metre luxurious vessel can sleep up to six guests. Designed by the team at Six Senses to provide ultimate comfort on board, she features multiple dining areas, two sun decks, an air-conditioned saloon and a cinema.

Dhahab is available for two or three-day cruises, following bespoke itineraries designed around guests’ requirements. Travelling at a speed of 10 knots guests can admire the mountainous scenery, pristine fjords and secluded bays of the Musandam Coast. The region’s pristine waters are rich with marine life and are prefect for kayaking, snorkelling, diving and fishing. While those looking to relax on board can experience cooking lessons with Dhahab’s private chef or indulge in an on board spa treatment.

Bespoke two-night itineraries start from US$22,000

In April 2017 this luxury private island hotel in the Maldives acquired a 21.7 metre Sunseeker 68 Sport Yacht to add to its luxury charter offering, which also includes catamarans and a compact and elegant 17.3 metre Majesty 56, which can sleep up to six people in three cabins.

The new Sunseeker (pictured) has two double and one twin cabin for up to six people and boasts an elegant main saloon/dining area that leads out to an aft deck lounge. Guests can relax forward on vast sunpads or enjoy an al fresco sunset supper on the sundeck.

One&Only Reethi Rah offers sunset cruises, sandbank dinners, half-day, full-day and overnight charters for guests who yearn to be back on the ocean waves. Surrounded by clear topaz waters ideal for snorkelling and diving, guests can also go fishing or indulge in a breakfast trail cruise, which involves watching the stunning landscapes pass by while enjoying a delicious feast.

The One&Only Palmilla Resort offers visitors the chance to be whisked away on Catari, a 28.95 metre superyacht that has played host to celebrities such as Iggy Azalea.

Catari can sleep up to eight guests in four cabins but can host up to 25 guests on a day cruise. Excursions include a trip to the famous rock formation known as Land's End where the Pacific Ocean meets the Sea of Cortez, a snorkelling tour, a sunset cruise, a romantic dinner for two in Medano Bay and whale watching expeditions (only available between December and March.)

Most excursions include plenty of opportunities for relaxing either on a quiet beach or on board. Drinks and canapés will be served by the charming crew, who will also be on hand if guests fancy a spot of kayaking, paddleboarding or Jet Skiing.

Alila Hotels & Resorts offer traditional Phinisi sailing yacht Alila Purnama for guests to enjoy. Currently located in the East Indonesia seas, in Komodo National Park, the 46 metre yacht is available for private charters for four nights or more.

Guests can relax on board the handcrafted yacht with a spa therapist offering massages and the opportunity to try yoga. Charterers can also take in some of the world’s best dives as the crew of 16 includes two PADI qualified instructors.