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Perfect For Relaxing

With private and exclusive access to the yacht for your stay, you can enjoy the warm Mediterranean weather and views of The Rock with a drink on the terrace, or even sun-bathe on the top deck.

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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Genuine Reviews

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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Sunborn Gibraltar

Ocean Village, GX111AA Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Excellent location – show map

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Location was great specially overlooking the marina.

Check in was excellent. Very friendly staff, ready to assist with everything. The room was exquisite. We had an excellent view and were more than happy with the room in general. The bed was very comfortable, and we wished we could stay longer. Mohammed at the restaurant gave us the best dining experience we have ever had. The food was excellent, but his attentiveness was over the top

It was our second visit to the Sunborn, having first visited last August 2022. As we enjoyed it so much then, we repeated the visit this year. Ideally situated for sightseeing and restaurants, it is in the middle of a vibrant part of Gibraltar. The rooms are very comfortable and the staff very welcoming.

Great location down at the marina with lots of restaurants around

Everything seemed new and fresh, my room was large, location is great. What I liked best was that the staff knew what I liked after only 1 day. Also, I had 1 complicated issue, and they understood it perfectly. They are experienced and friendly.

From the location, to my room, to the amenities in my room, to the view from my room, to the courteous hotel staff, to the service at the hotel, everything was perfect for my birthday stay and my sister and I had an absolutely wonderful and memorable time at this property. Definitely one for the books!

lovely hotel! the best on gibroltar. everything is clean and modern. very polite staff. took us by car to check-in. simple miracle! we'll be back for sure!

Unique facility. Excellent location. Bellman, Francisco, was helpful and welcoming.

Great location, excellent room. very helpful staff and a great breakfast..

Great hotel, excellently located. Charming and helpful staff. Clean and well-equipped rooms, we were upgraded to a better room for free.

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

Sunborn Gibraltar offers unique accommodations, onboard a yacht. Located 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, accommodations also offers a champagne mini-bar 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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• Outdoor swimming pool
• Private Parking
• Fitness center
• Family rooms
• Non-smoking rooms
• Very 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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Restaurants 1 restaurant on site.

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

Amenities of Sunborn Gibraltar Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

• 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 meals (on request)
• Breakfast in the room
• Electric vehicle charging station
• Baggage storage
• Currency exchange
• Express check-in/out
• 24-hour front desk
• Daily housekeeping
• Suit press Additional charge
• Ironing service Additional charge
• Dry cleaning Additional charge
• Laundry Additional charge
• Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
• Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
• Designated smoking area
• Air conditioning
• Hypoallergenic room available
• Soundproof rooms
• Room service
• Beach chairs/Loungers
• Locker rooms
• Fitness classes
• Spa lounge/Relaxation area
• Body treatments
• Hairstyling
• Hair coloring
• Hair treatments
• Makeup services
• Waxing services
• Facial treatments
• Beauty services
• Massage Additional charge
• Spa Additional charge

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From 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Until 12:00 PM

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Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets are not allowed.

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Accepted payment methods

Cash Sunborn Gibraltar accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

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

FAQs about Sunborn Gibraltar

What are the check-in and check-out times at sunborn gibraltar.

Check-in at Sunborn Gibraltar is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

Does Sunborn Gibraltar have a pool?

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

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Does sunborn gibraltar have a restaurant on site.

• Barbary Restaurant & Bar

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How far is Sunborn Gibraltar from the center of Gibraltar?

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

What is there to do at Sunborn Gibraltar?

• Bicycle rental
• Swimming pool

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" Check your final bill carefully. "

" Pool small.Bars expensive compared to local taverns on the Marina. "

" Happy hour is 5 - 7pm. Although the pool is cold, give it a go! "

" Be careful pool entrance and exit very slippery "

" There are smoking areas on floor 7 and 3 with lovely views and you can take drinks out with you too. Wifi is excellent. "

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SUNBORN GIBRALTAR - Updated 2024 Reviews (Europe)

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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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• 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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Oyster hotel review, luxury hotel housed in super-yacht with glitzy cruise-ship vibe.

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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Overview of Luxury Yacht Hotel

Property highlights.

• Free breakfast
• Air conditioning

Kitchenette

• Refrigerator
• 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

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

• Popular Location Casemates Square 6 min walk
• Airport Gibraltar (GIB) 13 min walk
• Popular Location Rock of Gibraltar 17 min walk
• Popular Location St Michael's Cave 8 min drive

Room options

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Two-Bedroom Yacht

• Harbor view
• 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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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

About this property

Entire place, at a glance, arriving/leaving.

• 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
• Cleaning supplies
• Cookware/dishes/utensils
• Coffee/tea maker
• Free continental breakfast available daily 4:00 AM–noon
• Down comforter
• Bed sheets provided
• Bathtub or shower
• Toilet paper
• Free toiletries
• Towels provided

Living spaces

• Dining room
• Sitting area

Entertainment

• 32-inch 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
• Near laundromat

Work spaces

• Laptop workspace

Climate control

• 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
• Champagne service
• Free bottled water

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

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

Safety features

• Carbon monoxide detector
• Fire extinguisher
• First aid kit
• Smoke detector
• 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 - Gibraltar

Moored in the vibrant Ocean Village Marina, Sunborn Gibraltar is a unique, super luxurious purpose-built yacht. It offers an unrivalled, private experience and sensational gastronomy. Be pampered in the serene Infinity Spa or learn to sail in the sheltered bay and temperate seas on board Gibraltar’s first five-star property.

Ocean Village Marina is a scenic Mediterranean spot for yacht owners exploring the marinas, coastlines and beaches of Spain, Portugal and north Africa. The waterfront is lined with a bounty of bars, restaurants, shops and clubs to while away your time in. Enjoy one of the easiest airport transfers you’ve likely experienced, as Gibraltar International Airport is a mere mile away. Be aware that such proximity means it can be noisy with the sound of planes taking off and landing nearby.

The city of Gibraltar with its medieval town centre, packed with shops occupying handsome Italianate buildings awaits discovery. Chill out in the green oasis that is Alameda Botanical Gardens (two miles away) and visit the Upper Rock Nature Reserve (under four miles away) which is home to rare birds and macaque monkeys. Several of Europe’s premier golf courses are within easy swinging distance. Club de Golf Valderrama, San Roque Club, Real Club de Golf Sotogrande, La Duquesa and Finca Cortesin are all considered to be some of the best courses on the continent and all are within a 30-mile radius.

The luxury tone is set by the ship’s reception area, with its giant mirror ball, covered gangway – complete with marble floors, and display cases crammed with Swarovski crystal and Hublot watches. Each superyacht room features the hallmarks of five-star luxury. Expect beautifully appointed rooms, tastefully furnished in warm tones of cream, caramel and brown shades using bespoke designed furniture. Designed to provide spacious, light-filled accommodation, each room has marina, Rock or sea views, in most cases framed by wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows which lead out on to a generous private terrace or balcony. All rooms offer Rituals toiletries.

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Ocean Village Gibraltar Gibraltar (UK) GX11 1AA

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0.3 mi / 0.4 km from city centre

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Total Number of Rooms - 187

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Sleeps 2, Bed Type: King(s)  Satellite television, Minibar, Air conditioning, Private bathroom, Separate Shower, Television

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Sleeps 3, Bed Type: King(s)  Satellite television, Minibar, Air conditioning, Private bathroom, Separate Shower, Television

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• Exercise gym
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• Off-Site parking
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• 2 Restaurant
• 3 Lounges/bars
• Room service
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Escape and be pampered at the superb retreat that is the Infinity Spa, a serene space that offers a welcome respite from the busy outside world. This private sanctuary offers a range of calming and anti-ageing treatments, as well as relaxing massages. Give yourself over to the skilled therapists while they apply the very best Elemis skincare products with active natural ingredients to fully revitalise you. Soothe tired hands and feet after a busy day of sightseeing. Prep for a big night out with a beauty treatment, or book a special romantic couples’ package, complete with chocolates and champers.

There’s a fitness centre equipped with brand new Insignia resistance training equipment and state-of-the-art Life fitness cardiovascular machines. It’s staffed by a team of personal trainers who will put you through your paces with a tailored fitness regime. There’s also a large sauna to relax in after your session.

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The Sunborn Gibraltar offers two tempting restaurants to choose from, the BARBARY and La Sala. Flagship eatery the Barbary on the top deck is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, serving up unique North African and Mediterranean fusion cuisine, drawing on the rich flavours and spices of the Barbary coast, alongside a few British classics. An accessible range of tapas dishes are available and wines are surprisingly affordable too.

The more informal La Sala offers a fantastic range of menus to choose from. A weekly set lunch menu provides great value, while a diverse a la carte menu features a superb range of Latin, Asian and international dishes. On balmy nights you can dine under the stars on the back terrace, the perfect spot for a romantic dinner for two. Enjoy DJs and live music on certain evenings.

Three bars offer a melange of ambiences to enjoy. Barbary Bar serves drinks, snacks and coffees from 10:00 to midnight, Sapphire Bar is a glamorous spot to unwind with a pre-dinner drink or high tea, while Aqua Bar on the top deck offers the perfect setting poolside. Come nightfall candles and lamps cast flickering reflections on the pool, providing a cosy atmosphere for an early evening refreshment.

Dinner service for half board guests will be served buffet-style in the Barbary restaurant.

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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.

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Sunborn Gibraltar: 5-Star SuperYacht Hotel

Holiday on a gorgeous yacht in gibraltar.

Experience luxurious accommodations in Gibraltar as you stay on a 5-star floating yacht hotel which boasts a sparkling pool, and delicious dining options. From the hotel you can marvel at panoramic views of the Rock of Gibraltar, and off the hotel, you'll get an included tour of Gibraltar's main highlights and a dolphin excursion!

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• 3 nights in Gibraltar at the Sunborn Gibraltar

Original Rock Tour

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Visit the spectacular St. Michael’s Cave!

Lounge in paradise on your 142-metre long floating hotel.

Walk through the Upper Rock Nature Reserve to see Gibraltar's many monkeys!

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Go shopping and enjoy delicious bites on Main Street.

Pack your bags and get ready to spend 3 nights on a yacht hotel in Gibraltar! Lay back and relax at the hotel's pool, and enjoy fine dining on the yacht. With your included tours you'll get to discover some of the must-see highlights of Gibraltar, including Ape's Den (home of the wild barbary Macaques) and St Michael's Cave. You'll also get to enjoy an included Dolphin Adventure where you'll spot friendly Bottlenose Dolphins and perhaps even some whales!

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Welcome to Gibraltar, the overseas territory also known as The Rock due to its unique landscape! Upon arrival, go ahead and check into your room at the Sunborn Gibraltar Yacht Hotel. You’ll want to leave your things there for now so you can go out and explore the local shops and restaurants on this magnificent piece of land. Take a walk along the coast, sunbathe on the rooftop of Sunborn Gibraltar, or simply enjoy some of the relaxing activities offered on the Sunborn Gibraltar, such as the Infinity Spa or stargazing on the balconies.

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The Sunborn Gibraltar is a luxurious five-star yacht moored in an idyllic marina on the southernmost tip of the Iberian Peninsula. This 142-metre long floating hotel consists of 189 lavishly decorated rooms, charming bars, cocktail lounges, and a restaurant. Additionally, the hotel features a plunge pool, sundeck, and lush spa facilities.

A stay at the Sunborn Gibraltar places you right in the heart of the British enclave on the Spanish coast, where you can spend the day exploring the narrow streets, take in the panoramic views from the top of the Rock, or just lounge by the pool.

Day 2. Gibraltar

Your stay at the Sunborn Gibraltar grants you with delicious English-style breakfast every morning. Be sure to take your fill, as you’ll be needing it to power through your day. For your first full day in Gibraltar, you’ll get to see some must-see sites with your included tour!

Europa Point Lighthouse in Gibraltar

Explore the must-see sites of the Rock with our experienced and qualified Guides on the Rock Tour. The tour includes the following 3 stops: Europa Point, cradle of the pillars of Hercules; Ape's Den, home of the wild barbary Macaques; and St Michael's Cave.

Day 3. Gibraltar

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, and then embark on your exciting dolphin adventure!

Finish off your day with some fine-dining at Sunborn Gibraltar’s on-site restaurant, and perhaps trying your luck at the casino.

Dolphins in Gibraltar

Cruise out into the Bay of Gibraltar and spot the friendly Bottlenose Dolphins in their natural habitat. Take in the breath-taking views of the Straits of Gibraltar, Spain and Morocco out at sea on our Dolphin adventure. You may be lucky and spot some Whales, Turtles and other marine life.

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Hotel Review: Sunborn Yacht Hotel, Gibraltar

This 5 star rated accommodation is close to the old town of gibraltar, and its sun deck affords great views of the famous rock..

Moored in the vibrant Ocean Marina is the imposing Sunborn Yacht Hotel looking bright and resplendent in the heady Gibraltarian sunshine.

Though it looks like it could set sail off at any moment, the ship doesn’t actually have an engine. It’s a purpose-built luxury hotel that has all the makings of a top-notch cruise ship.

On arrival, a team member meets and greets you, helps with luggage, and walks with you along the elegant walkway to the ship’s entrance. The reception looks grandiose with its dazzling blue ball chandelier, marble floors and a sweeping marbled staircase. A flute of Prosecco is offered to welcome you aboard to sip during the check-in procedure. It’s all very civilized.

Sunborn Yacht Hotel has a superb location on the waterfront and as Gibraltar is just three miles (5 km) long and just over half a mile (1.2 km) wide everything is close by. A day trip into Spain is possible as the border with La Linea is within walking distance from everywhere.

In effect, Gibraltar is a little piece of Britain on the Med and this hotel offers a luxurious stay in one of the country’s funkiest spots near nightlife, bars and restaurants.

The young and young at heart couples – romance sizzles by the small poolside – as well as families.

Accommodation

The air-conditioned rooms are both spacious and stylish with parquet flooring and curtains that automatically swish open when you enter the keycard to activate the electricity and closes when you leave. Nifty.

There’s a TV, generous wardrobe space, a gorgeous ensuite with a very pleasing rainfall shower and aromatic Molton Brown toiletries. Amenities include a kettle, hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers and a mini-bar for those impulsive in-room tipples.

The view over the marina and the moored yachts bobbing on their lees is lovely. And, incredibly, the airport runway. It was shocking how close those planes looked when taking off, and very exciting too.

View over the marina from room Sunborn Yacht Delux room 337

Food and Drink

Breakfast is served in the Barbary restaurant and has a small buffet with fruits, pastries, boiled and scrambled eggs, and an option to have freshly made omelettes. You could also go for a full English with hash browns, sausage and beans.

There’s Prosecco on offer if you want to liven it all up.

Dinner and lunch at the Barbery offers a fusion of food from the Barbery coast and Mediterranean cuisine but also fish and chips, which incidentally seems to be a staple in Gibraltar.

La Sala is where all the fun is at the weekend. Fine dining and evening dancing to live music or a DJ.

During the day the Aqua bar is open and fuels the party atmosphere around the pool.

Sunborn Yacht has a small pool on the top deck served by a well-stocked bar. It’s not really the kind of pool to swim your daily lengths but enough to cool off in or just to dangle your feet over the edge with a cocktail. Getting a sunbed can be tricky as they get nabbed quite quickly by the clever clogs who claim theirs with the international language of placing their towel on one first thing. However, there are deck chairs too and with music playing (not blaring), it’s a really pleasant vibe overall.

A small gym is on hand to keep you ticking over with your fitness and the Infinity spa with treatment rooms for facials, wraps massage, makeup, nails and hair that’s actually not too expensive.

There is free and fast Wi-Fi throughout the ship including poolside

Doubles start from £223 per night. 

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Gibraltar is small country and easy to explore on foot. There’s the shopping of course but the most famous activity is meeting the monkeys on the rock. While you are up there it would be a shame to miss St Michael’s Cave, with its stalagmites and stalactites drenched in light. The light show is magnificent and depicts the creation of Gibraltar as it emerges from the sea.

Military tunnels have also been preserved with recreations to show how they saved Gibraltar from devastation during World War II.

Gibraltar has three beaches at Eastern Bay, Sandy Bay and Catalan Bay. The latter, with its pastel-coloured homes as the backdrop, is the prettiest.

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Experiencing Gibraltar, from the decks of Sunborn Gibraltar, the 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 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 cross 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.

Information

Sunborn Gibraltar 5-Star Yacht Hotel & Casino Resort 35 Ocean Village Promenade Gibraltar, GX11 1AA Gibraltar

Tel: +350 2001 6000 Website: www.sunborngibraltar.com

Andrew Forbes

Andrew is a Marketing Communications consultant, working within the wellness, travel & lifestyle sectors. His track record in PR, marketing and branding spans 30 years. He writes regularly on international wellness, travel, and lifestyle themes with a particular passion for the Mediterranean and the Americas. Originally from the UK, Andrew Forbes has lived in the US and France but now calls southern Spain his home, where he is a specialist in hospitality marketing and content, as well as a Contributing Editor for Spain’s leading English language newspaper. www.andrewforbes.com

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Sunborn Gibraltar – The 5 Star Super-yacht Hotel That’s Redefining the Rock

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Sunborn Super Yacht Hotel – Gibraltar

Thought Gibraltar was little Britain in the sun? Then think again.

Since the arrival of the new 5 star luxury yacht hotel The Sunborn , Gibraltar suddenly got sexy.

Nestled on the far south coast of Malaga on the Costa del Sol sits this 425 metre high rock proudly protruding out of the Mediterranean sea. But despite the Mediterranean climate there’s no escaping the fact that Gibraltar is very much an overseas territory of Great Britain.

A slice of Britain in the sun

Giveaways are the bright red telephone boxes, Policemen in British uniform and more British pubs in a square mile that you can dream of. With names like ‘The Lord Nelson’ and ‘The Trafalgar’, obvious signs that Gibraltar is very proud of its heritage.

View from the Pool deck

When the Marina was developed a few years ago complete with luxury apartments and chic restaurants built on reclaimed land jutting out to sea, it gave a whole new appeal to the rock.

But nothing could have been more exciting for this tiny island than when the Sunborn Yacht Hotel sailed in and took up a permanent spot on Gibraltar’s new Ocean Village marina development .

Rubbing shoulders with the rich and famous

During the first weekend in September Gibraltar hosts an annual music festival which attracts thousands of music fans from all over the world.  As the only 5 star hotel in Gibraltar The Sunborn attracts most of the headline acts that perform there.

Last year while we were in Gibraltar for the festival I was over the moon to meet and have my picture taken with Kelly Jones the lead singer of The Stereophonics.  We popped up to the the pool bar for a cheeky G&T before heading into the festival and there they were,  The Stereophonics just casually chilling by the pool.

Me with Kelly from The Stereophonics!

Check-in was a breeze

I knew nothing could top that first experience on the yacht but loved it so much that we decided to spend our 7th wedding anniversary there.  Living just over an hour away from Gibraltar it seemed like the perfect place to spend a child free night.

We had pre-booked a car parking space and admittedly were a bit excited to see our name attached to a car parking spot in prime position outside the yacht.  Feeling felt like VIP’s already…

As soon as we had taken our bags out of the car we were met by the porter who came and carried them up the sweeping entrance ramp to the front reception desk for us.

What an entrance it was too, the biggest chandelier I have ever seen hung directly above us, suspended like an enormous glitter ball with what can only be described as its own orbit around it.  Everything from the staircase to the marble floor and the beautiful lighting was unbelievably elegant.

Complimentary Cava

Check in was the smoothest I’ve had anywhere, we were attended immediately by the reception manager and straight away offered a glass of Cava…always a winner.  As it was a special occasion we were upgraded for no extra charge to a Superyacht Deluxe room and the manager offered to send a free bottle of Cava to the room. Great first impressions so far.

Once we were checked in the porter took our luggage and offered to show us our room which was on the 4th floor. The room didn’t disappoint as he proceeded to show us exactly how the electronic shower, lights and curtains all worked from a keypad by the entrance door or by the telephone system next to the bed.

I wasn’t really concentrating and hoped it was as easy to work as he seemed to demonstrate.

Immaculate room with mod-cons

The room was immaculately clean and of a good size, the bathroom was spacious and luxurious with a large marble walk in shower.

The views were amazing, we could see the marina, the airport runway and across to Spain, we stood for a minute and watched a plane take off with uninterrupted views.

Airport runway and mainland Spain

Don’t worry if you think you are going to hear aircraft noise all night though, there are no arrivals or departures before 10am and after 9pm generally.

One thing I would say is you need to know your companion well to stay here as only a glass door protects your modesty in the toilet and shower.  Fine for my husband and I but may not suit everyone.

We hadn’t even started unpacking when a knock at the door revealed a member of staff with an ice bucket of yummy Cava and two glasses.

Having checked out the drinks menu the bottle of Anna Codorniu Mediterrania Brut was priced at £29 to buy so the complimentary bottle went down a treat.

Cocktails & Cava poolside

After unpacking quickly we headed straight up to the 7th floor Aqua bar and rooftop pool as the temp was about 25 degrees, great for mid April and perfect sunbathing/cocktail weather.

The pool looked nice if a bit small,  not sure if it was heated as we didn’t go in so I can’t comment.

Pool deck and bar

The pool area itself is also quite small for the size of the ship and there are only around  to 10 to 15 sun loungers.  It wasn’t overly busy when we were there but not sure how this would work during peak summer.

On the other side of the pool are nice sofas for chilling with a drink and there are also tables and chairs for eating or drinks too. Lunch menu at the Aqua bar is lovely, healthy, light and perfect for poolside dining.

We ordered a couple of Passion Mojitos at a reasonable £7 a pop and a Mezze Feast from the sharing menu at £15.

Drinks and food were served pretty sharp and all was absolutely delicious.

Amazing Mezze platter

We settled in for a couple of hours of sunbathing while enjoying the chilled bottle of Cava that was previously sent to the room. Nice chill out music played in the background and it made for a perfectly relaxing afternoon.

We had pre-booked dinner in La Sala restaurant on the 3rd floor for 8.30pm that evening and just had time for a quick pre-dinner glass of wine in the Sky  bar on deck 7.

In the summer months the Aqua pool bar stays open late and they have events like DJ afternoons and canapes & cocktail evenings but it was a bit too cold and windy out there for drinks mid-April.

A few more people trickled in sitting down for dinner in the Sky restaurant. Around 8.30pm we went down to dinner at La Sala restaurant which was a good three quarters full with a nice vibe.

Pre-dinner drinks – Sky bar

There are lots of restaurants and bars all within a few minutes walk of the Sunborn.  Some traditional pubs, others wine and cocktail type bars but we wanted to experience everything on the Yacht.

Dinner & dancing at La Sala

Service in La Sala was excellent despite it being pretty full, drinks were served straight away.  For dinner we went for a classic Prawn Pil Pil and Chateaubriand to share.

The restaurant was full to bursting by 9.30pm and while we tucked into our starter a male and female soul singing duo took to the stage entertaining diners with some great soulful classics.

The Pil Pil was delicious as was the Chateaubriand, cooked more or less medium and to our liking but if I had one criticism, I would say the steak was just a little tough.

After dinner, we propped ourselves on a bar stool so we could be among the action and had one last drink before bed. People were up dancing and really enjoying the music, the place had a great buzz and was still going strong as we left round 12.30am.

After a good night sleep we headed for breakfast which is served in the Sky restaurant.  The restaurant is well laid out, bright and airy with enough space in between tables. We were told to sit where we wanted so chose a table close to the window.

First off, a fresh fruit and veg smoothie which I hoped would give me a little lift…probably shouldn’t have had that last gin.

Amazing breakfast

The breakfast looked as good as I had heard it was and I went straight for the cooked option. Although it was help yourself style, there was nothing that looked like it had been left standing for hours as a chef was there behind the scenes cooking everything fresh.

The proper British bangers were yum, not the processed ones you sometimes find at hotel breakfasts.

Tons of different types fresh fruit, bread, dried fruit, ham, cheeses, cereals and even Cava if you can face it.  Not for me this early in the morning though.

Check out was at 12 so we went to settle our bill having decided to put all our food and drinks purchases on the room.  I would loved to have stayed another night or two on the Sunborn and really did not want to leave.

The cost of our stay

Currency in Gibraltar is pounds sterling.  We booked a Superyacht Superior room at £205 for 1 night, breakfast was priced at £15 per person and parking at £25, total was £265.

Our bar and food bill was an additional £170 bringing the grand total to £435.

Now some might say that’s a little pricey for 1 night away but for us was well worth paying that little bit more for a bit of 5 star indulgence.

Is it for you?

We have stayed in other hotels in Gibraltar that were cheaper, but if its a bit of luxury you’re after then the Sunborn is by far the best.  The setting, quality, service, dining and drinks options and poolside ambiance can’t be beaten in my opinion.

The super yacht would definitely suit couples of all ages looking for a few nights romantic getaway. Although the hotel offer rooms for families, I didn’t see any children on board while we were there, I would say it is aimed more at the adult market.

The hotel is a great base for exploring Gibraltar and parts of Southern Spain and around 20 kilometers from Gibraltar is the ferry terminal to Morocco which offers return trips around every 2 hours.

Overall we had a really fantastic time on the Sunborn and would love to stay here again, the service the cleanliness and the facilities are all top notch and it is absolutely a 5 star hotel in my opinion.

Unfortunately we didn’t get to see inside the gym or the casino so I am unable to comment on these extra facilities the yacht offers.

Get married on the Sunborn

The Hotel is one of few locations in Gibraltar that has a licence for civil wedding ceremonies.  They offer a dedicated planning team to take care of everything for your big day.  There are a variety of locations around the ship to hold a wedding ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening party.

If you have have stayed on the Sunborn Gibraltar or have a question about my stay please feel free to leave a comment below, I’d love to hear from you.

I certify that this review is a true and genuine account of my stay at this hotel. I have no personal or business relationship with the hotel.

— Anna Collins

Hey I'm Anna, and my blog is Malaga Travel Guide. I live in Spain and I will share my experiences to provide you with a "real" insiders guide to life on the Costa del Sol

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Ive booked a weekend away to the Sunborn in Gibraltar Easter weekend. I cant wait the pics and boat look amazing!!

Can you suggest any good restaurants close by in Gibraltar or would you recommend just staying and eating on the ship?

Thanks again for the detailed review, very helpful

Hey, Thanks for reading the post and commenting. Good question about where to eat if you are staying on the Yacht. There are two restaurants on the Sunborn, we ate in La Sala and had a great meal, I would definitely recommend it for food, price and a nice vibe, especially live music nights.

Of course you have a good choice of restaurants in ocean village too, Wagamama and Little Bay Indian are both within a stone’s throw and are nice too. Not far away from the Sunborn however you can reach Gaucho’s restaurant . If you like your meat and particularly steak I would suggest giving Gaucho’s a try, you will have to book ahead but it’s a lovely atmospheric restaurant and one of my personal fave’s when in Gib.

Awesome!! Thanks for the in-depth reply.

You really know your stuff and so much choice. We will check out the restaurants onboard because if they are half as good as the ship looks them we wont be disappointed.

I do like a steak so will take a peek at Gauchos and maybe go there our second night. Getting excited now not long till we fly!! Thanks for the tips and advice

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