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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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What’s nearby.
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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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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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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The Sunborn Yacht, Gibraltar
It takes around five minutes to transfer by taxi from Gibraltar’s airport to the luxury 5-star Sunborn Yacht Hotel, moored in the Ocean Village Marina. The narrow road entrance alongside the immense ship heightens the anticipation of what is to come.
Suddenly, the sounds of music and people, emanating from nearby cafes and bars and restaurants on the marina come into view at left, and to the front, the entrance to the 142-metre superyacht. The covered walkway eases the transition from the marina to the marble floors and vast sparkling chandelier of the Sunborn reception. A staff member offers new guests a tray of drinks at check-in and, once registered, two sets of lifts with floor-to-ceiling glass walls looking out to yachts in the marina, take guests to ultra-cool hotel rooms over six floors. Each has a spectacular view, either of the sea, or the marina, or the Rock; and a state-of-the-art touchscreen system that gives control of lighting, music, tv, temperature, even opening and closing the curtains.
Launched in 2014, the Sunborn is a fascinating introduction to a static but floating luxury yacht. It was built in Malaysia and transported by sea to Gibraltar. It has 18,500 square metres of floor space with 189 guest rooms including suites. On the seventh floor – the top deck – there is a spa, a sauna and a gym, with an infinity swimming pool on the sun deck. Guest room prices vary from around £200-£2,500 per night, from a Twin-Room with single beds, to the more luxurious Superior King Room with a balcony and sensational views over the marina. And ultimately, the SuperYacht Penthouse suites, on fourth, fifth and sixth decks, which have two bathrooms and extensive living spaces plus expansive private terraces with sunset panoramic views of the sea and marina. Dining on board is first-rate – breakfast has to be one of the best served on board a ship in the Mediterranean – and there are two restaurants.
What is unexpected about staying here is the feeling of space and privacy. This is not a commercial cruise liner. This is a place for people who want to experience a luxury yacht without 4,000 other passengers crowding the view. There are no queues or timed entry for breakfast here. The Sunborn hosts business meetings and conferences, catering weddings for 150-200 guests, and gala events that can entertain 400 people. These take place in the ballroom and meeting rooms on the lower ground levels away from guest accommodation.
The Gibraltar super yacht-hotel, steered to success by COO Marc Skvorc, is the third to be launched by its Finnish owners, pioneers of the yacht-hotel concept. The first in 2003 was the floating Sunborn London, upgraded to a second-generation super yacht-hotel in 2014 with 138 guest rooms. It is moored on the River Thames, at Royal Victoria Dock, near the Excel centre. The success of this venture – in the City of London – has led to a larger yacht planned to replace the current vessel. But the great advantage of the Gibraltar Sunborn, so successful as a hotel in this land-scarce city, is its location in the Mediterranean with a warm climate year-round – average temperatures for October-November are 21-24 C (70-75F) dipping towards 17-19 C (62-66 F) in winter months with July-August average 28C (82F).
The development of Gibraltar’s Ocean Village Marina and the creation of pedestrianised areas has produced new restaurants and eating places, and with it culinary tourists. Now a group of talented Gibraltarian chefs with their own establishments serve fabulous local dishes, unique to the peninsular. Try eating at The Chimney Tapas Bar to get a taste of what is happening here. Or at The Queen’s Picture House and Eatery filled with cinema memorabilia from the former Queen’s Picture House, and now a fine restaurant creating Gibraltarian specialities.
The lure of mainly retirees to the peninsular has changed. It now attracts younger generations for business and leisure trips. The ease of having the same currency, speaking the same language, and staying in a low-crime city are additives for Brits to visit. Many fly to Malaga, then cross the border from Spain to enter Gibraltar.
And when it is time to leave the luxury and refinement of the Sunborn Yacht Hotel (EasyJet and British Airways serve Gibraltar – plus private jets) perhaps take home the only thing actually produced on the peninsular, the hand-crafted premium gins from ‘Spirit of the Rock’ micro-distillery, sold in the duty-free shop at the airport.
The Sunborn Luxury Yacht Hotel, 35 Ocean Village Promenade, Gibraltar, GX11 1AA. For more information, please visit www.sunborngibraltar.com . For more details about Gibraltar, including ideas for planning your trip, please visit the official tourism website at www.visitgibraltar.gi .
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Gibraltar’s Best Bars and Restaurants For Yacht Crew
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Coming on land for a few hours?
2021 was a jam-packed year for Gibraltar. They waved hello and goodbye to some of the largest and most recognised Superyachts; From Nord to Solaris, to Luna. With crew occasionally getting the chance to come ashore for a few hours, it’s worth knowing the best places to go. We’ve put together a list of the best bars and restaurants in Gibraltar for you to visit to make your short stay worthwhile.
Gibraltar’s best restaurants:
Mons calpe suite.
Being the only restaurant on the Gibraltar rock, Mons Calpe Suite will give you that dinner with a view experience.
Rendezvous Chargrill
Situated in Queensway overlooking the marina, Rendezvous is not one to skip. Everything they plate up is homemade, from the bread to the smoked olives. And having been here myself I can tell you that, to this date, it’s the best meal that I’m yet to have had.
La Sala Restauraunt and Bar
Located inside the Sunborn Yacht Hotel, La Sala is a 5* restaurant offering a lunch menu but also a varied a la carte menu featuring a range of International and Spanish favourites. If you’re looking to have dinner with a view, I’d recommend their alfresco option on their back terrace.
Casual restaurants in Gibraltar:
Just opposite the Sunborn hotel, you’ll find Grille 55 . If you’re looking for the freshest Steaks & Seafood & the friendliest service, this is the perfect place to go.
Little Bay has quickly established itself as the premier Indian restaurant in and around Gibraltar. Favoured by visiting celebrities, royalty, and politicians including Gibraltar’s own Chief Minister. Their kitchen consists of six talented chefs from India and Brazil, who have previously worked in five-star and Michelin-star restaurants.
The most amazing Vegan/ Vegetarian cafe in Gibraltar. Located down a side street in the heart of Gibraltar’s Old City. Kasbar serves a varied selection of teas, coffees, juices, and smoothies. If you enjoy natural, wholesome good food, then add this to the top of your list.
Gibraltars best bars:
Once again, located in the Sunborn Yacht hotel is the Aqua bar . Fancy sitting poolside for a few hours, and enjoying the views of the Gibraltar rock before getting back to sea?
The Star Bar
The Star Bar (Gibraltar’s oldest legal drinking establishment) dates back several hundred years. There is a local story that Christopher Columbus diverted into Gibraltar to enjoy a fillet steak meal at The Star Tavern on his way to discover the Americas… The Star has updated since then, swapping its original look for an interior of diner-style lighting, polished wooden surfaces, and cool exposed brickwork
The Lounge Bar
Sisters Sonia and Michelle formed the Lounge Bar in 2010. Situated in Queensway Quay Marina, they strived to create a social gathering place for residents and visitors where they could relax and unwind away from the hustle of the town’s center.
A one for the wine lovers out there! My Wines boasts Gibraltar’s largest selection of wines available to you as a Wine Boutique as well as a “walk-through wine list” at shop prices and without corkage fees. They stock 300+ world wines from over 23 countries and counting!
Vinopolis Gastrobar combines a modern concept of serving wine ‘by the glass. All wines can be tasted by the glass as they offer the latest technology in wine serving and preservation systems. You can purchase a chargeable wine card and try different wines at ease.
The Arena sports bar
If you’re looking for a more lively setting, perhaps to watch the latest sport on a big screen, head to ocean village. The arena sports cafe is recognised as the best spot for live sports and music in Gibraltar.
If you find yourself on a short stopover, be sure to refer back to our list of the best bars and restaurants in Gibraltar to visit.
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Sunborn Gibraltar – The 5 Star Super-yacht Hotel That’s Redefining the Rock
- by Anna Collins
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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.
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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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Sunborn Gibraltar: 5-Star SuperYacht Hotel
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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.
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Dining at Sunborn Gibraltar Hotel, the world's first 5-star super-yacht hotel. ... Barbary Restaurant. There's something for everyone in this versatile top-deck venue. ... dining option makes this a popular choice all day long. Read More. Sunborn Gastro Bar. Located on the third floor of Sunborn Gibraltar Yacht Hotel, with stunning views of ...
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Located on the top deck of the five-star super yacht Sunborn Gibraltar hotel, the Barbary Restaurant is everything you expect somewhere in such a position to be. Five-star service, five-star food, an exquisite menu that glances to both the Mediterranean and the northern coast of Africa, and surroundings that are as elegant as it gets in Gibraltar.
Cuisines: Bar, Mediterranean, European, British, Pub. Little Bay Indian Tapas Bar & Restaurant. #8 of 200 Restaurants in Gibraltar. 754 reviews. Sail 2.2 Ocean Village Promenade. 0.1 miles from Sunborn Gibraltar. " Lovely food and setting " 29/08/2024. " Best onion Bhajia ever " 21/08/2024. Cuisines: Indian, Asian, Healthy.
Claimed. Review. 392 reviews. #31 of 111 Restaurants in Gibraltar ££ - £££, Latin, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options. 35 Ocean Village Promenade Sunborn Yacht Hotel, Gibraltar GX11 1AA. +350 200 16500 + Add website. Closed now See all hours.
A 'standard' hotel on the edge of the marina would have the same views and could also have a full-size pool deck. To that extent, the Sunborn is a wasted opportunity. You won't get any better in terms of interiors or design in Gibraltar, however. My Superior room cost £644 for two nights.
Sunborn Gibraltar - Adults Only. 4133 reviews. Overview. Facilities. Location. Ratings. As the world's first floating yacht hotel, Sunborn Gibraltar provides a unique experience. The range of facilities on-board include restaurants, bars, a spa, a fitness suite. And if that wasn't enough there's even a casino.
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. ... 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 ...
Ocean Village provides a picturesque Mediterranean stop-off for yacht owners sailing across the Atlantic or exploring the marinas, coastlines and beaches of Spain, Portugal and North Africa. Sunborn Gibraltar guests can relax on the quiet terrace while taking in the far-reaching views before descending to explore the many bars, restaurants and ...
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 ...
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. ... Barbary, the signature fine-dining restaurant; a La Sala Restaurant; and spacious guestrooms and impressive suites with private terraces. Our 5-Star ...
It takes around five minutes to transfer by taxi from Gibraltar's airport to the luxury 5-star Sunborn Yacht Hotel, moored in the Ocean Village Marina. The narrow road entrance alongside the immense ship heightens the anticipation of what is to come. Suddenly, the sounds of music and people, emanating from nearby cafes and bars and restaurants on the marina come into view at left, and to the ...
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Welcome to the Luxury Yacht Hotel in Gibraltar, enjoy the warm Mediterranean weather and views of The Rock with a drink on the terrace, or even sun-bathe on the top deck. ... Restaurants in Ocean Village, just a short walk away, are: La Salsa (Sunborn cruise liner), Little Bay (Indian), Las Iguanas (Mexican), Wagamamas (Japanese), Pizza Express ...
Located inside the Sunborn Yacht Hotel, La Sala is a 5* restaurant offering a lunch menu but also a varied a la carte menu featuring a range of International and Spanish favourites. If you're looking to have dinner with a view, I'd recommend their alfresco option on their back terrace. Casual restaurants in Gibraltar: Grille 53
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