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Sunborn Gibraltar

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• Floating high-end hotel in form of super-yacht
• In buzzing marina, walking distance to restaurants and airport
• Most rooms open to balconies with marina views
• Integrated bedside touch-screen control pads
• Two excellent restaurants, plus three bars
• Rooftop infinity pool with panoramic views
• Swanky casino with slots, card tables, and roulette
• Spa offering massage treatments, saunas, and salon
• Modern and well-equipped gym
• Free Wi-Fi throughout
• Some rooms overlook noisy bars
• Pool is shallow and small
• Pool and its deck are closed during winter months
• Wi-Fi can be inconsistent

Bottom Line

The Sunborn Gibraltar is a luxury hotel with the novel twist of taking the form of a seven-story super-yacht -- albeit a static one. Its buzzy marina location is within walking distance of both the airport and the medieval streets of Gibraltar's old town. Its 189 rooms and suites impress with high-end features that include integrated touch-screen controls and striking marble bathrooms, plus most open to marina-view balconies. Dining at the two restaurants is excellent, and a rooftop pool (more like a large hot tub), casino, and spa complete an impressive package. Note, however, that the infinity pool is closed during winter months and some rooms overlook noisy bars. A more affordable but less modern option is the clifftop Caleta Hotel , which is also closer to the beaches.

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A Hollywood-style red carpet lining the gangway leading into the Sunborn Gibraltar certainly sets the intended tone of glamor and exclusively for this rather unique property. With demand for a new luxury hotel though little space to build one, the solution was this purpose-built floating hotel. Opened in 2014, measuring 465 feet (142 meters), and costing close to $200 million, it feels somewhere between a cruise ship and super-yacht. While it floats and meets almost all the criteria of a sea-faring vessel, it's fixed and never leaves the harbor. A glitzy, nautical vibe permeates throughout the hotel, starting with the reception's Swarovski crystal planet-shaped chandelier and continuing with a sweeping marble staircase, plus ubiquitous polished steel and mirrored panels. A pair of roomy glass elevators provide views over the marina while transporting guests to one of seven floors, including the decked rooftop pool terrace with views of the Rock of Gibraltar. Clientele are largely well-heeled British couples, though business guests and families with kids are also seen here. 

Set in buzzing marina within walking distance of Gibraltar's airport and old town

The hotel is permanently moored in Gibraltar's Ocean Village Marina, a lively waterfront neighborhood set between the North Mole of Gibraltar Harbor and the runway of its airport. As well as plenty of private boats and modern apartment blocks, the marina is lined with restaurants, bars, and boutiques that lend a relaxed, buzzy vibe. Gibraltar’s medieval town center is around 10 minutes on foot, while the Moorish Castle and start of the nature reserve -- known for its semi-wild population of macaques monkeys -- is about 10 minutes' drive. Gibraltar International Airport is just 10 minutes away on foot. 

High-end amenities, glitzy marble bathrooms, and touch-screen control pads

The hotel has 189 guest rooms, including 18 suites, which have the feeling of spacious luxury cruise cabins. They have a smart contemporary finish that includes polished teak, reptile skin-effect paneling, and back-lit fixtures in neutral tones with pops of deep red. Most have floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open to tiny balconies or terraces, with the majority overlooking the marina or airport runway (few night flights means noise is not an issue); some at the rear of the boat can be prone to noise from local bars and clubs. Select suites offer spacious terraces with soft seating.

Amenities are suitably high-end, including large flat-screen TVs, Lavazza coffeemakers, and reasonably-priced minibars, plus free Wi-Fi (though connection speed can be inconsistent). All the lights, media, curtains, and air-conditioning can be controlled via snazzy touch-screen pads next to beds. Glitzy bathrooms are finished in marble and gold mosaic, with roomy walk-in showers, upscale toiletries, full-size hairdryers, and bathrobes; suites also add separate tubs.

Excellent dining and drinking option, plus a rooftop pool 

With two full-service restaurants and several bars also serving light menus, there's certainly no shortage of on-board dining. The main eatery is the Sky Restaurant & Bar, where an extensive hot and cold breakfast buffet includes the likes of smoked salmon and chilled Cava (not included as standard). Lunch and dinner can be enjoyed alfresco both here and at La Sala Restaurant, which also extends to a bar with live DJs and an extensive gin menu. Food is generally excellent. 

A large chunk of the hotel is also given over to health and fitness facilities, including a spa (with massage rooms and sauna), state-of-the-art gym, and rooftop pool with views of the rock. The pool is fairly small and not very deep, making it better suited to taking a dip than swimming. Also note that the pool and surrounding deck close during the winter months. A swanky casino offering slots, card tables, and roulette is additionally available. 

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Babysitting services, balcony / terrace / patio, beauty / hair salon, business center, dry cleaning, kids allowed, meeting / conference rooms, mini bar (with liquor), poolside drink service, room service, separate bedroom / living room space, supervised kids activities.

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Luxury Rooms

Our two staterooms, each with double-bed and bathroom, and adjoining large Saloon with wrap-around sofa and Galley for snacks – are the perfect environment for relaxing away from work.

Luxury Experience

Packed with the latest technology (including flat screen TVs and Bose stereo systems with bluetooth connectivity), the yacht has everything you will ever need to enjoy your stay

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Ocean View, 2 King Beds

A Little About Us

Lady Anita, the Luxury Yacht Hotel, is a Sea Ray 540 Sunseeker 54-foot luxury yacht that has an exceptional style and grace that’s fit for royalty – sleek and distinctive. The yacht boasts great flexibility and innovation perfect for an outing or a unique adventure.

There is plenty of space to enjoy the Bay of Gibraltar waters and the popular Ocean Village resort on your doorstep. The yacht is loaded with options that bring style and elegance to the overall luxury yacht experience with zone controlled air conditioning and media packages.

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Pure luxury all round. The most fantastic stay. It’s a beautiful, stunning yacht. Valeria is a wonderful lady who made sure our stay was perfect. We had champagne waiting for us in an ice bucket, fruit, selection of food and drinks. Attention to detail was amazing. Can’t wait to stay here again. We had a truly amazing time. Thank you !

Fantastic Fantastic Fantastic! Wonderful yacht and real luxury. So different. Why would you stay in a boring hotel room when this is on offer? The owner is delightful.

Haven’t stayed at other places but I would say this is definitely one of the best places to stay in Marina Bay. The yacht was nice, clean and luxury. Two bedroom, two bathroom and a living all cleaned like it’s brand new. It is ported next to the runway so you can see airplanes landing and taking off right in front of you, also a good view of the rock mountain and sea. The yacht is very well-equipped with tv, fridge, microwave, toaster, hair dryer etc. …

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• Very Good 848
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• Terrible 85
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• English ( 4,223 )
• Spanish ( 32 )
• Chinese (Trad.) ( 30 )

" The seventh floor is a delightful place for drinking coffee with friends. "

" Marina side rooms for the vibe. Runway side for the quiet life "

" Try the cocktails. "

" Remember to pack a travel adaptor ; sockets on board are European "

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• Breakfast included Breakfast included Breakfast included
• Outdoor Space Outdoor Space Outdoor Space
• Free WiFi Free WiFi Free WiFi
• Air conditioning Air conditioning Air conditioning
• Kitchen Kitchen Kitchen
• Laundry Laundry Laundry

Explore the area

• Popular Location Casemates Square 6 min walk
• Popular Location Victoria Stadium 6 min walk
• Airport Gibraltar (GIB) 13 min walk
• Popular Location Rock of Gibraltar 17 min walk

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Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Property amenities

• Beach towels
• Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

• Offsite parking available (GBP 20 per night)
• 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge

Family friendly

• Children's books
• Children's games
• Children's toys

Kitchenette

• Cleaning supplies
• Coffee/tea maker
• Cookware, dishware, and utensils
• Electric kettle
• Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
• Paper towels
• Water dispenser
• Free continental breakfast available daily 4:00 AM to noon
• Champagne service
• Coffee and tea in common areas
• Snack bar/deli
• Bedsheets provided
• Down comforter
• Bathtub or shower
• Free toiletries
• Private bathroom
• Toilet paper
• Towels provided

Living spaces

• Communal living room
• Separate dining area
• Separate sitting area
• Window screens

Entertainment

• Smart TV with digital channels
• TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

• Outdoor entertainment area
• Outdoor furniture
• Walkway to water
• Dry cleaning/laundry service
• Laundry facilities

Work spaces

• Laptop workspace

Climate control

• Air conditioning
• No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

• If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
• Handrails in stairways
• Upper floors accessible by stairs only
• Well-lit path to entrance
• Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

• Blackout drapes
• Electrical adapters
• Free bottled water
• Housekeeping (on request)
• Iron/ironing board
• Proposal/romance packages
• Safe at front desk

Location highlights

• In a state park
• In a village
• In an entertainment district
• Near a health/beauty spa
• Near the airport
• Near the bay
• Near the sea
• On the waterfront

Things to do

• Boat tours on site
• Motor boating on site
• Personal motorized watercraft on site
• Casino nearby

Safety features

• Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
• Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
• First aid kit
• Window guards
• Fire extinguisher
• Connecting units available
• Soundproofing

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Special check-in instructions, access methods, children and extra beds, property payment types, important information.

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

• A tax is imposed by the city: GBP 3.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

• Airport shuttle fee: GBP 15 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)
• Nearby parking fee: GBP 20 per night (499 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

We should mention, property is also known as, about the neighborhood, what's nearby.

• Casemates Square - 6 min walk
• Victoria Stadium - 6 min walk
• Rock of Gibraltar - 17 min walk
• St Michael's Cave - 8 min drive
• Moorish Castle - 10 min drive

Getting around

• San Roque-La Línea Station - 25 min drive
• Gibraltar (GIB) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

• Pig and Whistle - 6 min walk
• The Little Rock Café - 7 min walk
• Red Lion - 7 min walk
• El Pulpero - 8 min walk
• Lord Nelson's - 7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of GBP 15 per vehicle applies.

Situated on the waterfront, this luxury houseboat is within a 10-minute walk of The Gibraltar Casino, Casemates Square, and Victoria Stadium. Rock of Gibraltar and Great Siege Tunnels are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Luxury Yacht Hotel

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Conveniently situated in the Gibraltar part of Gibraltar, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Gibraltar International Airport. This 5-star property is packed with in-house facilities to improve the quality and joy of your stay.

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Excellent room comfort & quality

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

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• Balcony or terrace

9.4 Exceptional

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Rooms available at Luxury Yacht Hotel

• Room size: 81 m²/872 ft²
• Mountain view
• 1 double bed & 1 double bed...
• 1 queen bed & 1 queen bed &...

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Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Yacht Hotel have a swimming pool?

While staying at Luxury Yacht Hotel, you can take pleasure in the swimming pool facility to get your day started the best way with a splash for a stimulating morning or evening.

What points of interest are in close proximty of Luxury Yacht Hotel that are in walking distance?

While remaining at Luxury Yacht Hotel, jump start your vacation by exploring the closest points of interest that are within walking distance to the property which include Dive Charters, Dolphin Safari, and Ocean Village.

What is the verified guest review consensus about Luxury Yacht Hotel's beds?

80.0% of our past guest testimonials have given an optimistic review and comments about this property's beds. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for Luxury Yacht Hotel down in the review section.

What is the verified guest review consensus about Luxury Yacht Hotel's wellness amenities?

67.0% of our past customer ratings have given a positive review and comments about this property's wellness amenities. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for Luxury Yacht Hotel down in the review section.

What is the verified guest review consensus about Luxury Yacht Hotel's pet services?

100.0% of our past visitor ratings have given a positive review and comments about this property's pet services. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for Luxury Yacht Hotel down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that verified Solo travelers' have given to Luxury Yacht Hotel?

Verified solo travelers that have stayed at this property have given Luxury Yacht Hotel an average rating of 9.2. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that past Couples' have given to Luxury Yacht Hotel?

Verified couple travelers that have stayed at this property have given Luxury Yacht Hotel an average rating of 9.6. You can look up on more in depth customer critiques, and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified guest travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that verified Families with young children have given to Luxury Yacht Hotel?

Past families with young children that have stayed at this property have given Luxury Yacht Hotel an average rating of 9.6. You can look up more specific customer assessments and feedback by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What time is check-in and check-out at Luxury Yacht Hotel?

Check-in is from 2pm, and check-out is until 11am. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Customers checking in or out before or after the designated time frame may be charged an additional fee.

Is breakfast offered at Luxury Yacht Hotel?

Start your mornings right, with the buffet and continental breakfast options provided at Luxury Yacht Hotel.

More about Luxury Yacht Hotel

Our Luxury 54ft Yacht is docked in a peaceful and quiet location within the prestigious Ocean Village Marina complex, in a prime reserved location. (Please note the Yacht is for accommodation only and will not move from the Bert.) And with our Luxury Yacht - when you book, you have exclusive access to the entire yacht, you don't need to share it with anyone! We have two beautiful bedrooms (the master Captain's cabin also has an En-Suite), a separate bathroom, a salon complete with widescreen TV and kitchenette, a top deck Sun Terrace, External swim platform and access to the front of the yacht with a sun-lounger! The Yacht is a 10 to 15 minute walk from the airport and a five minute walk to the city centre; with restaurants, shopping, bars and night clubs just next to the Marina. Close enough to enjoy the local amenities, but away from any noise too.

Amenities and facilities

Languages spoken.

• Dishes and dining utensils
• Refrigerator
• Fans (ceiling or portable)
• Laundromat nearby
• Children's books and toys

Entertainment

• Board games
• Game console
• Sound System

Safety and Cleanliness

• Cleaned by professional cleaning company
• Cleaned following Agoda or health guidelines
• Cleaning products used based on health guidelines
• Cleaning supplies provided for guests
• Contactless check-in/check-out
• Disinfected following Agoda or health guidelines
• Face masks provided for guests
• Hand sanitizer and soap provided

Internet access

• Internet services
• Wi-Fi in public areas

Things to do, ways to relax

• Bowling alley
• On-site entertainment
• Outdoor recreational features
• Water sports (non-motorized)

Cleanliness and safety

• Anti-viral cleaning products
• Cashless payment service
• First aid kit
• Guest rooms seal after sanitization
• Hand sanitizer
• Hot water linen and laundry washing
• Individually-wrapped food options
• Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
• Professional-grade sanitizing services
• Room sanitization opt-out available
• Rooms sanitized between stays
• Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
• Staff trained in safety protocol

Dining, drinking, and snacking

• Alternative meal arrangement
• Breakfast [buffet]
• Breakfast [continental]
• Grocery delivery
• Vending machine

Services and conveniences

• Air conditioning in public area
• Dry cleaning
• Food delivery
• Heating in public area
• Invoice provided
• Laundry service
• Safety deposit boxes
• Smoke-free property
• Smoking area

For the kids

• Family room
• CCTV in common areas
• CCTV outside property
• Fire extinguisher
• Non-smoking rooms
• Pets allowed
• Security [24-hour]
• Smoke alarms
• Soundproof rooms

Getting around

• Car park [charges apply]
• Car park [nearby]

Available in all rooms

Air conditioning

• Blackout curtains
• Carbon monoxide detector
• Cleaning products
• Coffee/tea maker
• Complimentary tea
• DVD/CD player
• Free bottled water
• Free instant coffee
• Free welcome drink
• Full kitchen
• Ironing facilities
• Kitchenette
• Kitchenware
• LAN Internet in room [free]
• Non-smoking
• On-demand movies
• Private bathroom
• Private entrance
• Satellite/cable channels
• Seating area
• Separate dining area

Separate living room

• Smoke detector
• Wi-Fi [free]

Property policies

Children and extra beds.

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

• When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

House rules

You will be reminded of our House rules on arrival, but our main three golden rules to keep in mind are: 1.- Please don't touch the yacht controls as any damage will incur extra charges. 2.- Please don't wear outdoor shoes inside the yacht (a standard yacht 'law'!). 3.- Please don't put any toilet paper in the toilets but use the sanitary bins provided. Staying on a yacht is an amazing experience - and one we are sure you will cherish for years to come!

Some helpful facts

Check-in/check-out.

• Check-in from :  14:00
• Check-in until :  21:00
• Check-out until :  11:00

The property

• Number of floors :  2
• Number of rooms :  1

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Sunborn gibraltar.

A magnificent five-star yacht hotel moored in an idyllic marina on Western Europe’s southernmost tip, Sunborn Gibraltar introduces a new concept of luxury to this famously exclusive setting.

The 142-metre yacht hotel comprises 189 lavishly appointed rooms together with banqueting suites, bars, cocktail lounge and restaurants, plus tranquil pool, spa and sundeck, offering guests a unique opportunity to enjoy the ultimate indulgent hotel experience.

Inside, the yacht provides all the quality and comfort of a top hotel. Suites are light, spacious and luxurious – with views of the Rock, sea and marina – and guest amenities are immaculate. It’s the ideal base from which to explore Gibraltar – the sunny climate, relaxed international atmosphere and picturesque historical location making it a favoured destination for visitors all year round. You’ll discover panoramic vistas from the summit of the Rock, safe beaches, watersports and ancient limestone caves – all within 15 minutes of the hotel.

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• Green Silver Tourism Award
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About Sunborn

Sunborn group.

Sunborn Group is a privately owned property and development company. Sunborn pioneered the original floating hotel concept in 1998 and has since created a number of bespoke Yacht Hotels for prestigious international locations.

The only company in the world to successfully construct a fleet of fully functioning, first-class Yacht Hotels, Sunborn is also highly experienced in the creation of flagship hotels, residential accommodation and restaurants.

With more than 30 years’ experience in the hotel, leisure and hospitality sector, Sunborn is also responsible for the development of luxury spa hotels, restaurants and other top-quality projects in Scandinavia, Germany, Spain and the UK. Sunborn Gibraltar is the first of a fleet of floating hotels. It has a sister hotel in London’s Docklands and more planned for other locations around the world.

To find out more about Sunborn Group, visit: www.sunborn.com

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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Sunborn Gibraltar

Sunborn Gibraltar offers unique accommodation, onboard a yacht. Situated in Gibraltar, this luxury 5-stars yacht-hotel offers an infinity swimming pool, a spa, a gym and a restaurant. Guests can also enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout. Each spacious room, apartment, or suite provides marina, rock, or sea views. With a large flat-screen TV, bespoke design furniture and air-conditioned, accommodation also offers a champagne minibar and an elegant bath or shower room. Guests on Sunborn Gibraltar can enjoy fine food and amazing ocean views from the on board restaurants. Barbary Restaurant offers seasonal signature dishes prepared by an international team of chefs. Drinks can be enjoyed in the Barbary Bar or Aqua Bar. The top deck is home to the more informal restaurant and Aqua Lounge with an outdoor pool and bar. The spa at Sunborn Gibraltar offers indulgent beauty and hair treatments and a fully fitted out life fitness gym with latest equipment and saunas. Our Casino is now closed.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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• Outdoor swimming pool
• Private parking
• Spa and wellness centre
• Fitness centre
• Family rooms
• Non-smoking rooms
• Good breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

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Hotel surroundings

Restaurants 1 restaurant on site.

• Cuisine British • Moroccan • Spanish • Local • Asian • European • Grill/BBQ
• Open for Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
• Ambiance Modern • Romantic
• Dietary options Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of Sunborn Gibraltar Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

• Sun terrace
• Bicycle rental Additional charge
• Evening entertainment
• Diving Additional charge Off-site
• Bowling Additional charge Off-site
• Hiking Off-site
• Fishing Additional charge Off-site
• Wine/champagne Additional charge
• Kid-friendly buffet
• Special diet menus (on request)
• Breakfast in the room
• Electric vehicle charging station
• Concierge service
• Luggage storage
• Currency exchange
• Express check-in/check-out
• 24-hour front desk
• Daily housekeeping
• Trouser press Additional charge
• Ironing service Additional charge
• Dry cleaning Additional charge
• Laundry Additional charge
• Fax/photocopying Additional charge
• Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
• Safety deposit box
• Designated smoking area
• Air conditioning
• Allergy-free room
• Soundproof rooms
• Room service
• Sun loungers or beach chairs
• Fitness/spa locker rooms
• Fitness classes
• Spa lounge/relaxation area
• Body treatments
• Hair styling
• Hair colouring
• Hair treatments
• Make up services
• Waxing services
• Facial treatments
• Beauty Services
• Massage Additional charge
• Spa and wellness centre Additional charge

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets are not allowed.

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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Please inform Sunborn Gibraltar in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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How far is Sunborn Gibraltar from the centre of Gibraltar?

Sunborn Gibraltar is 0.7 miles from the centre of Gibraltar. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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Check-in at Sunborn Gibraltar is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

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• Barbary Restaurant & Bar

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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

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• Free breakfast Free breakfast Free breakfast
• Air conditioning Air conditioning Air conditioning
• Kitchenette Kitchenette Kitchenette
• Refrigerator Refrigerator Refrigerator
• Free WiFi Free WiFi Free WiFi
• Laundry facilities Laundry facilities Laundry facilities

Main amenities

• Housekeeping (on request)
• Beach towels
• Airport shuttle
• Coffee/tea in a common area
• Communal living room
• Front-desk safe
• Snack bar/deli
• Microwave in a common area
• Refrigerator in a common area
• Water dispenser

Feel at home

Kitchenette.

• Connecting/adjoining rooms available
• Private bathroom
• Separate dining area
• Separate sitting area
• Cable/satellite TV service

What's around

• Popular Location Casemates Square 6 min walk
• Popular Location Victoria Stadium 6 min walk
• Airport Gibraltar (GIB) 13 min walk
• Popular Location Rock of Gibraltar 17 min walk

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About the neighborhood, what's nearby.

• Casemates Square - 6 min walk
• Victoria Stadium - 6 min walk
• Rock of Gibraltar - 17 min walk
• St Michael's Cave - 8 min drive
• Moorish Castle - 10 min drive

Getting around

• Gibraltar (GIB) - 2 min drive
• San Roque-La Línea Station - 25 min drive
• Algeciras Station - 41 min drive
• Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

• Pig and Whistle - 6 min walk
• The Little Rock Café - 7 min walk
• Red Lion - 7 min walk
• El Pulpero - 8 min walk
• Lord Nelson's - 7 min walk

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• Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
• Late check-in subject to availability
• Minimum check-in age: 21
• Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

• Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

• This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
• There is no front desk at this property
• Guests will receive an email 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you

Required at check-in

• Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
• Government-issued photo ID may be required
• Minimum check-in age is 21
• No pets or service animals allowed

Property amenities

Parking and transportation.

• Offsite parking within 499 ft (GBP 20 per night)
• 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
• Airport shuttle at scheduled times, on request

Family friendly

• Children's games
• Children's toys
• Children's books
• Refrigerator (full size)
• Shared microwave
• Cookware/dishes/utensils
• Paper towels
• Free continental breakfast available daily 4:00 AM–noon
• Down comforter
• Bed sheets provided
• Bathtub or shower
• Toilet paper
• Towels provided
• Free toiletries

Living spaces

• Dining room
• Sitting area

Entertainment

• Smart TV with cable/satellite service
• TV in a common area

Outdoor areas

• Deck or patio
• Outdoor furniture
• Outdoor entertainment area
• Walkway to water
• Dry cleaning/laundry service
• Laundry facilities
• Near laundromat

Work spaces

• Laptop workspace

Climate control

• Air conditioning
• No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

• If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
• Handrails in stairways
• No elevators
• Soundproofing
• Upper floors accessible by stairs only
• Well-lit path to entrance
• Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

• Window screens
• Guidebooks/recommendations
• Electrical adapters/chargers
• Iron/ironing board
• Blackout drapes/curtains
• Safe at front desk
• Lockers available

Location highlights

• Near the sea
• On the waterfront
• Near the airport
• In the entertainment district
• Near a health or beauty spa
• Near the bay
• In a village
• In a state park

Things to do

• Marina on site
• Boat tours on site
• Motorized watercraft on site
• Motor boating on site
• Casino nearby

Safety features

• Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
• Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
• Fire extinguisher
• First aid kit
• Window guards
• Romance packages available
• Connecting/adjoining rooms avaliable

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees.

• A tax is imposed by the city: GBP 3.00 per person, per night

Optional extras

• Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of GBP 15 per vehicle. Maximum occupancy 4
• Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 20 per night (499 ft away)

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Sunborn Gibraltar – Experiencing Gibraltar, From The Decks of This 5-star Yacht Hotel & Casino Resort

Recently I visited Gibraltar, gaining a fascinating insight into this historic slice of Britain in the sun. My home-from-home was the luxury Yacht Hotel, Sunborn Gibraltar , writes Andrew Forbes .

Gibraltar is considered one of the ‘Pillars of Hercules’, marking the gateway to the Mediterranean. Connected to the Iberia Peninsula, on the Bay of Algeciras, it’s a thriving community which has been a British Overseas Territory for some three centuries.

Sunborn Gibraltar

Combining the intimacy of a Super Yacht; the glamour of a cruise liner; and the refinement of a luxury hotel, I found Sunborn Gibraltar to be a unique place to enjoy upscale accommodation in Gibraltar. The Liner offers sundecks with bar and plunge pool; a spa & gym; Barbary, the signature fine-dining restaurant; a La Sala Restaurant; and spacious guestrooms and impressive suites with private terraces.

Our 5-Star Yacht Hotel experience

From the moment we arrived we felt embraced by the unique upscale yacht hotel experience. As we completed our guest registration, sipping a glass of complimentary bubbles, we were introduced to the services and facilities onboard. In addition to the bars and dining options, there is also a destination casino. Sunborn offers guests a complimentary drink in the casino’s bar, a chip to join a game of roulette; and also, a credit for the slot machines – it’s a way to break the ice for those new to casinos and provide a little after dinner entertainment.

I have to admit to having a few preconceptions about the accommodation onboard. I have been on cruise liners and yachts before and I know the greatest luxury onboard is always space.

So I was so surprised to see just how spacious our suite was. It was probably bigger than many traditional hotel suites. Sunborn was built as an ocean-going luxury vessel, but in fact never set sail as it was acquired to become the world’s first luxury 5-Star Yacht Hotel (there is now a Sunborn in London, and one planned for Manhattan). So Sunborn has been truly designed for luxury as a floating hotel, permanently moored. In case you were wondering, the boat is in a marina so doesn’t move.

Our suite not only had a spacious entrance area with work desk, but also a living area that opened onto the private terrace, and then led through to the bedroom.

The suite included a very well stocked bar, with a choice of full-size wines and champagnes and lots of tempting treats. The welcome amenity was a thoughtful gesture – fruit, savoury snacks, and treats; a lovely welcome.

The bedroom, with king size bed, and another wide screen TV was a light-filled space that also opened out onto the private terrace.

The bathroom was beautifully presented and included a tub; bespoke amenities and all the creature comforts you could wish for.

Lighting, temperature, privacy sheers, curtains etc were all controlled by an intuitive, touch screen on the multimedia phones.

Dining at Barbary Restaurant

The Barbary Restaurant is where North Africa Meet the Mediterranean. Appropriate really, since from Gibraltar one feels as if it’s possible to reach out and touch Africa. The Strait, here where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, narrows to about 14 kilometres. It is a remarkable sight; where two continents almost touch.

Barbary Restaurant is Sunborn Gibraltar’s signature dining experience, popular with locals and visitors. The menu brings together the exotic flavours and colours of the Barbary coast with the produce of the Mediterranean. This is Gibraltar, so there are some classic British dishes too. It’s like a microcosm of the fascinating mix of culture in Gibraltar – a comforting, almost nostalgic familiarity juxtaposed with the uniquely Mediterranean setting.

It was a real luxury to be able to just head up to deck 7 to enjoy dinner. One can enjoy happy hour drinks at the pool bar and take in the views of Ocean Village marina, and the bay of Algeciras, and then  head up to the restaurant bar to try the special cocktails. I chose the Barbary Tonic, made with Bacur Gin with exotic flavours of ginger, pepper, star anis, cloves and cardamom – it really set the tone for  the meal.

Italian born Executive Chef Mirko Scarabello brings together the flavours of the Mediterranean with dishes that are also prepared on the kitchen’s charcoal Josper grill.

I can highly recommend starting a meal with a sharing selection of Mezze. Even the Arabic bread is homemade; the falafel with black garlic were full of flavour; the hummus was superb; and the smoked aubergine had a colourful and tasty topping of walnuts, pomegranates with labneh and dukkah.

Ordering a main course, one can  continue with North Africana and Mediterranean style dishes like lamb skewer, cous course, tagines;  jospered seabass or yoghurt marinated chicken. But I couldn’t resist the British classics and chose the lamb shank with hand cut chips.

The friendly sommelier is on hand to help guests navigate the wine list. I liked how the restaurant always had a few premium, less well-known wines available by the glass. The choice changes daily, so its worth asking. I tried a superb organic verdejo; and then a delicious Ribera del Duero with my lamb.

It was a splendid meal; in a comfortable setting with a view out across the bay. Services was friendly and attentive.

An Evening with Lady Luck

Well we couldn’t resist the opportunity to visit the Casino on deck 2. After all, guests are invited to a drink at the bar and offered a complimentary bet to place. We didn’t have much success at roulette, but it was fun to enjoy the atmosphere. My travelling companion did better at the slots, winning enough to buy a generous lunch in the heart of Gibraltar the next day!

Stylish Ocean Village Location

The vessel is a self-contained resort. One can enjoy cocktails at the Sapphire Bar; live music at La Sala Restaurant; gourmet dining at Barbary Restaurant; top up your tan on deck and work out in the gym. There’s a spa too.

What’s more there’s Ocean Village to explore. Ocean Village is a prestigious deep-water marina and leisure area within walking distance to  Gibraltar’s International Airport and the frontier with Spain. This is where Sunborn is permanently moored, providing a floating hotel and casino resort amongst the restaurants, bars and shops of the beautifully designed marina complex.

On the other side of the frontier it is easy to pick up a rental car and explore Andalucia. The championship golf courses, and prestigious polo of Sotogrande, and the glorious beaches of Andalusia’s unspoilt Atlantic coast  are all within 30-45 minutes’ drive.

Business and Pleasure

Internationally, Gibraltar is regarded as an important business centre, with an economy that certainly punches above its weight, thanks to online gaming, offshore finance, and maritime services. Yet visitors are not only business travellers. Gibraltar is also a popular destination for tourism, where travellers can start or end a Mediterranean vacation. In addition, its popular with visitors from Spain looking for a unique short-break get-away that combines tax-free shopping; a generous choice of restaurant and bars; history and culture; as well as outdoor activities.

Exploring the Rock

Gibraltar is of course renowned for the Rock, the impressive limestone ridge that defines the identity of Gibraltar. I was already familiar with the shops of the British style main street, so to discover something new, I was really looking forward to taking the vintage cable car to the Upper Rock Nature Reserve.

Here we hiked, meeting some of the mischievous macaque monkeys, known locally as Barbary Apes; took in the views from the new glass ‘SkyWalk’; and a stroll across the Windsor Suspension Bridge. There are UNESCO caves, as well as tunnels dating back to the Second World War. It all makes for a very interesting day out.

Contact Details

Website: www.sunborngibraltar.com Address: 5 Ocean Village Promenade, GX11 1AA, Gibraltar

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Killer whales attack and sink another yacht in Strait of Gibraltar

A sailing yacht sunk in the Strait of Gibraltar on Sunday after an unknown number of orcas  slammed into the vessel with two people on board and caused a water leak, officials said. Both crew members were rescued by a passing oil tanker, said Spain's maritime rescue service, marking the latest killer whale attack on a boat in what has become a pattern in recent years.

The incident happened at around 9 a.m. local time in the narrow strait between Spain and Morocco that has become a notorious site of human interactions with pods of killer whales that, for reasons still not fully understood, ram into boats and at times even sink them . In this case, crew members on board the SV Alboran Cognac yacht put out an emergency call for an evacuation after they encountered orcas roughly 14 miles off the coast of Cape Spartel.

The crew members reported feeling blows to the hull of the vessel and rudder, which was damaged by the whales, the rescue service said. The agency's coordination center in Tarifa, on the Spanish side of the Strait of Gibraltar, helped arrange for their evacuation via the tanker MT Lascaux. The tanker was able to collect the crew members from the sinking yacht within the hour, and they disembarked in Gibraltar before 10:30 a.m. They abandoned the SV Alboran Cognac, which proceeded to completely disappear into the ocean.

Anyone sailing through waters from the Gulf of Cádiz in southern Spain and the Strait of Gibraltar, either in a larger motorized vessel or a personal sailing boat, is advised to avoid certain areas that the maritime rescue service marks as potentially dangerous spots for orca interactions. The greatest threats exist between May and August, when officials say that pods of killer whales are most commonly seen in those parts of the Atlantic.

But previously recorded incidents suggest those dangers may be present at any time. Last October, a Polish boat touring company reported that a pod of orcas had managed to sink one of its yachts after repeatedly slamming into the steering fin for 45 minutes, causing it to leak. Last June, two sailing teams competing in an international race around the world reported frightening scenarios in which multiple orcas rammed into or pushed up against their boats or as they sailed west of Gibraltar.

No one on board any of the vessels was hurt in those encounters, but the documented rise in confrontational behavior has researchers and sailors trying to determine why orcase have attempted to sink or capsize so many boats off the coasts of Spain and Portugal.

Some sailors have even resorted to blasting thrash metal music in a bid to deter the apex predators.

Reports of orcas interacting with humans have more than tripled in the last two years or so, according to the research group GTOA, which has documented hundreds of such incidents in the region since 2020. But some of the latest data points to possible changes in the orcas' etiquette, with the group reporting only 26 interactions in the Strait of Gibraltar and Bay of Biscay areas between January and May of this year. That number is 65% lower than the number of interactions recorded in the region over the same months last year, and 40% lower than the average number of interactions recorded in the same months between 2021 and 2023, according to GTOA.

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Killer Whales Sunk a 50-Foot Sailing Yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar

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“This was a scary moment,” the skipper Jelmer van Beek said at the time. “Three orcas came straight at us and started hitting the rudders. Impressive to see the orcas, beautiful animals, but also a dangerous moment for us as a team.”

While that attack didn’t result in the sinking of the ship, another sailing yacht sank near the Tanger Med port in November, The New York Times wrote. The crew of that ship had to abandon the boat after a group of orcas slammed into the rudder for a whole 45 minutes. (The whales have seemingly been targeting sailboats in particular.)

Researchers don’t know for sure why the whales have been attacking boats, but they think it may be one of the ways the orcas play, the Times said—a pretty dangerous form of amusement, albeit. Others have theorized that it’s a short-term fad among the animals, or that one orca experienced a traumatic event that made it aggressive and other whales began to mimic that behavior. The incidents have become so common in recent years that sailors trade advice online about how to maneuver in the Strait of Gibraltar area, and the Spanish government issued a release that included tips for sailors.

Tori Latham is a digital staff writer at Robb Report. She was previously a copy editor at The Atlantic, and has written for publications including The Cut and The Hollywood Reporter. When not…

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Killer whale gang led by infamous White Gladis sinks ANOTHER yacht off Gibraltar coast amid fears of summer of attacks

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• Published : 10:46, 14 May 2024
• Updated : 15:09, 14 May 2024
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A POD of rogue killer whales have sunk another yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar - the fourth such incident in the past year.

The orcas relentlessly pummeled the 50ft Alboran Cognac with two people onboard on Sunday morning.

The ambush likely came from a notorious pod of whales led by an orca dubbed White Gladis which is thought to have been attacking seafarers  for at least three years.

Passengers onboard the vessel said they felt sudden blows to the hull before it started sinking in the Moroccan waters.

They were rescued by a nearby oil tanker which dropped them to Gibraltar after receiving emergency alerts.

The 50ft yacht was left abandoned before it sank completely.

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Orca attacks on boats travelling through the Strait of Gibraltar - also known as Orca Alley - were first reported in 2020.

These ambushes, which range from orcas simply approaching boats to actively interfering with them, have repeatedly occurred in the stretch of water between Spain and Morocco.

Authorities noticed a steady uptick in incidents and restricted boats from sailing from the tip of Spain due to a staggering 29 reported orca attacks in four months.

The Atlantic Orca Working Group has reported a 298% rise in orca-boat interactions from 2020 to 2023,  Forbes reports.

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They are said to be led by White Gladis who experts fear could possibly be teaching other whales how to attack and sink boats passing through the channel.

One attack took place in November last year when a killer whale gang furiously attacked and sunk a boat near a Moroccan port .

The Polish company that was operating the boat said all attempts to rescue the yacht failed before it sunk.

The operator said the crew were "safe, unharmed, and sound" following the bizarre incident.

They said in a statement: "Despite attempts to bring the yacht to the port by the captain, crew and rescuers from the SAR (Search and Rescue), port tugs and the Moroccan Navy, the unit sunk near the entrance to the port of Tanger Med."

Another incident took place in August when a boat full of panicked tourists was attacked by a pod of killer whales .

Footage showed the horrified holidaymakers surrounded by several orcas just off the coast of Sesimbra,  Portugal .

Last year, Brit couple Janet Morris, 58, and Stephen Bidwell, 58, from  Cambridge , were involved in a whale attack that lasted for an hour .

On May 2, around six orcas reportedly rammed the hull of the Bavaria 46 cruiser yacht they were travelling on, on the Strait of  Gibraltar .

Janet and Stephen were stunned when they were alerted with the cry of “orcas!”

Why are orcas attacking boats?

WHILE researchers are unsure exactly why killer whales have been attacking boats in the strait, many theories have been put forward.

Some experts suggest it could be a playful manifestation of the animals' curiosity.

But others fear a "critical moment of agony" such as a collision may have sparked aggression towards boats.

Alfredo López Fernandez, a biologist at the University of Aveiro in Portugal, told   LiveScience : "That traumatized orca is the one that started this behaviour of physical contact with the boat."

Some even speculate White Gladis may now be spurring fellow killer whales on.

Orcas are the largest members of the oceanic dolphin family.

Although they never attack humans, the apex predators can take down large groups of whales, hence the name killer.

What makes them a unique marine mammal is that they often hunt in lethal pods and family groups of up to 40 individuals - and feast on fish, dolphins, seal lions, seals, sharks and stingrays.

The carnivores can grow up to 32feet long and weigh up to six tons - and are immediately recognizable by their distinctive black-and-white colouring.

Stephen told  The Telegraph : “It was an experience I will never forget.

“I kept reminding myself we had a 22-ton boat made of steel, but seeing three of them coming at once, quickly and at pace with their fins out of the water was daunting.”

Janet added: “We were sitting ducks.”

“A clearly larger matriarch was definitely around and was almost supervising,” Stephen added, furthering speculation that it was White Gladis.

The captain of the boat, Greg Blackburn, from Leeds, dropped the mainsail to make the vessel feel “as boring as possible”.

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The group of whales and their gang leader eventually lost interest - after causing thousands of pounds worth of damage.

Mediawan CEO Pierre-Antoine Capton on Breaking Barriers to Build One of Europe’s Biggest Independent Production Groups

International Visionary Award honoree Pierre-Antoine Capton reflects on journey to Mediawan CEO.

It’s little wonder why French president Emmanuel Macron was visibly moved as he inducted Mediawan CEO Pierre-Antoine Capton into France’s Legion of Honor last October, calling the exec “the ultimate French success story.”

In a country rarely known to promote social mobility, Capton-esque career trajectories are scarce. A self-made entrepreneur born into a middle-class Normandy family, Capton began his professional life as a teen with an entry-level internship,  eschewing elite universities, making the exec a rare bird among France’s top media execs. For all that, Capton remains more humble than flamboyant, letting his track record speak for itself.

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Following its recent acquisition of German production-distribution powerhouse Leonine (“The Lives of Others”), Mediawan is now worth more than €2 billion ($2.1 billion) and boasts an estimated annual revenue of $1.3 billion, encompassing more than 80 production labels around the world, including Brad Pitt’s Plan B, France’s On Entertainment (“Miraculous”), Chi-Fou-Mi (“Beating Hearts”) and Chapter 2 (“Limonov: The Ballad of Eddie”), Italy’s Palomar (“The Count of Monte Cristo”) and,  more recently,  the U.K.’s Misfits Entertainment (“Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story”). 

While taking a hands-on approach and engineering high-profile acquisitions at Mediawan, Capton continues to lead Troisième Œil Prods., the vehicle he launched out of a modest office located in a parking lot back in 2001, that now produces some of France’s highest-rated talk shows, such as “C à vous.” 

“I’ve always been guided and passionate about content, and that focus has set Mediawan and my production companies apart. We’re not guided by finance nor investor-dictated strategies,” he tells Variety . Instead, the company is driven by “our taste for production,” he adds, wearing a black Celine sweater and his staple dark-framed glasses, sitting next to a white marble desk lined with souvenirs. Large bay windows reveal the Eiffel Tower, among other Paris landmarks, peaking in from the outside, while within.

Capton also surrounds himself with strong women. He works closely with Elisabeth d’Arvieu, who joined the company almost four years ago after working at Lagardere and StudioCanal, and now runs Mediawan Pictures, overseeing all the film, animation and international labels.

A hard-core indie TV producer, Capton says he “didn’t know much about finance and didn’t yet speak English” when Pigasse and Niel approached him to co-create and lead Mediawan in 2015. Yet, under his leadership, the group raised an initial $321 million by listing shares on the Euronext Paris stock exchange, and got U.S. investment firm KKR on board as its major backer four years later, during the pandemic. 

2015 marked a turning point for the French film and TV industry, with Netflix having just launched and Amazon’s Prime Video preparing to roll out. “As streamers were arriving in France, we had to seize the opportunity to produce high-quality content for our amazing producers, creators and auteurs,” says Capton, citing Florian Zeller as an inspiration. “When I was producing his plays, Florian shared his wish to direct his first film, and I realized that such a film from a French auteur would be complicated to finance within an international scope, even if that auteur was already the most celebrated playwright of his generation.” Both Zeller and star Anthony Hopkins would win Oscars for their work on 2020’s “The Father,” something that only fueled Capton’s hunger to “develop more grand international projects from Europe.” 

Capton’s tastes when it comes to spotting projects certainly manage to capture the zeitgeist. He says he owes this skill to his grandmother, who “raised him during an important part of [his] childhood.” 

“We’d watch American sitcoms and all sorts of shows. I learned to count with a show called ‘Des chiffres et des lettres.’ I traveled thanks to documentaries. I educated myself with television, with cinema and series,” he shares. 

No single program left a bigger impact than “Friends.” Adolescent obsession for the sitcom soon gave way to early-career intuition, when, as an 18-year-old intern decades before the binge-watching model, Capton thought to program a full season in a back-to-back, 24-episode bloc. “Some thought the idea bizarre, but it worked, and that’s how I got my first job at Canal+,” he says, pointing out the nice bit of symmetry that he now works with Plan B, an outfit co-created by “Friends” star Jennifer Aniston.

In some French circles, Capton’s “TV culture” has been perceived as not highbrow enough. But it’s something he says he’s “proud of,” asserting that his background and TV knowledge has led him “to build [his] company and meet wonderful people, and create Mediawan.” He also praises d’Arvieu for her “excellent taste.” But don’t expect Mediawan to start making trashy reality TV. “We don’t want to make anything we’d be ashamed of,” Capton says.

D’Arvieu says the common thread among all the companies under the Mediawan umbrella is a drive to be talent-centric. “All the producers we work with have this culture; they’re extraordinarily close to screenwriters and directors,” she says. “They work like artisans and artists.” 

Traveling to Los Angeles and across Europe on a monthly basis for the last few years, Capton has made powerful allies, including CAA’s CEO and co-chairman Bryan Lourd. Lourd appreciates the fact that Capton is not only a businessman, he also “loves creators and storytellers.” 

“It’s an unusual skill set in today’s world — that understanding of an artist’s temperament,” says Lourd, who also argues Capton stands out because he “didn’t come from a family, or money or any of that stuff.”

“It’s the most validating thing to know that someone is actually there because they want to be there, and they care, and they recognize other people and companies, too, that are scrappy, and like the self-made part of it,” he adds. CAA has worked with Mediawan in repping U.S. rights on Bille August’s series “The Count of Monte Cristo” as well as representing Plan B. Buying Plan B “really speaks to their tastes and [Capton’s] vision,” and a sign that they’re “playing the long game,” Lourd says.

“We knew from our first Zoom call that we wanted to tell stories together. We have common passions, values and aspirations,” he says, citing Plan B’s prestige pedigree with socially minded movies like “She Said,” recent box office hit “Bob Marley: One Love” and series “3 Body Problem,” as well as their love for auteurs such as Bong Joon-ho and Tim Burton whose latest films, “Mickey 17” and “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” respectively, were teased at CinemaCon.

Over at Plan B, longtime leaders Jeremy Kleiner and Dede Gardner claim both companies “have complementary taste and sensibility” and “both love finding the intersection of commercial and quality work.” The pair also say that Capton’s “background as an indie producer is invaluable,” because he has created an “ecosystem” that is “very focused on empowering and supporting independent producers — people who develop and make things in a particular way.”

Indeed, if there were any doubt over his valuing independence, Capton points to the fact he “refused to sell [his] company Troisieme Oeil Prods. three times.”

Maxime Saada, Canal+ Group’s chair and CEO, says that when Capton took the reins of Mediawan there was skepticism, with some assuming he’d be the “straw man” for Pigasse and Niel. “But what he’s achieved in very little time is impressive,” he says. “He’s the only French person in the world of media, TV and film that people abroad talk to me about. Even in Korea where I just traveled, they only know Mediawan.” Saada adds that Capton has “taken many daring bets on talents, has maneuvered complex personalities and egos, and has been able to get them to build lineups.” 

While the company will undoubtedly grow further in Europe and has plans to expand its footprint in Africa, the U.S. remains a key market. But Capton is determined to avoid pitfalls that derailed previous efforts by French outfits, such as EuropaCorp, that never gained a foothold in Hollywood. “Before we did anything, people said to me, ‘You’re going to fail, they’ll strip you off, look at all the French businesses that failed there!’ But honestly, we have the same frank discussions with U.S. studio bosses and agents as we do with our European partners, and we’ve yet to be stripped down and we haven’t lost money,” Capton says. “We don’t go there with [guns-blazing], and we don’t have a Mediawan office in L.A. yet. We just do our job the best we can.”

It’s also through sports that Capton says he’s met “players who are going to become partners in Mediawan,” teasing what should become yet another milestone partnership for the company.

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