Aman, Orient Express & Four Seasons: Why Ultra-Luxury Hotel Yachts Are the Hottest “New Resorts” at Sea
Aman is now making fancy waves entering luxury cruising along with the news of Orient Express Yacht with Four Seasons Yacht maiden voyage this spring on the wake of Ritz Carlton.
A new class of “floating flagships”
The world’s most coveted hotel brands are taking their legendary service to sea—creating intimate, design-forward yachts with true resort-level space per guest.
Four Seasons Yachts debuts its first vessel in January 2026 in the Caribbean; the Grand Mediterranean follows by March 2026. Expect 95 suites, ~220 guests, 14 decks, marina platform, and nearly 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio. Pricing is per suite (hotel-style), generally ~$3,000–$50,000 per suite per night depending on suite and sailing.
Aman at Sea – “Amangati”: Aman’s first yacht is slated to launch Summer 2027 in the Med with 47 suites / ~94 guests on a ~600-foot vessel, featuring an Aman Spa, Jazz Club, and Beach Club.
Orient Express Silenseas (Accor): a breathtaking three-masted, wind-assisted sailing yacht planned at ~220m, 54 suites / ~110 guests, inaugurating service in 2026 on Med & Caribbean routes.
Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection paved the way: Evrima (2022) proved the concept, Ilma launched in 2024; Luminara follows. Ilma carries ~448 guests in 224 suites with private terraces. Typical fares hover around $1,000+ per guest per night, with top suites much higher.
Suite life & price context
Four Seasons prices are suite-based (not per person), similar to a hotel—opening the door for families and friends to share larger accommodations; launch indications show sample suites from ~$20k–$60k per 5–7 nights and up, itinerary-dependent.
Aman at Sea pricing has not been published broadly; expect Aman-level rates aligned with ultra-luxury, given the 1:2 guest-to-suite ratio and onboard venues.
Orient Express will be ultra-limited inventory (54 suites), signaling premium pricing comparable to top hotel penthouses—early specs confirm a true yacht-scale experience.
Who these yachts are for
Design lovers who prefer villa-sized suites, long lunches on a private marina, curated small-port access, and a staff that anticipates needs like your favorite hotel GM.
Why book with a luxury travel advisor (me!)
Beyond securing space on sell-out sailings, I bring:
Brand relationships for priority waitlists, early access and bespoke pre/post stays at the corresponding hotels.
Value-adds: onboard credits, VIP ground services, and suite-selection strategy (motion, marina access, connecting options).
PR brain on speed dial: I’ve managed exclusive launches and media coverage—translation: I know how to read between the marketing lines and place you precisely where the magic happens.
Curious which yacht fits your style (and dates)? I’ll match you to the right ship, suite and season—then weave in an iconic hotel stay ashore.
Four Seasons Yachts: first sailings January 2026 (Caribbean); Mediterranean begins March 2026.
Aman at Sea (“Amangati”): Summer 2027 debut in the Med; 47 suites / ~94 guests.
Orient Express Silenseas: targeted 2026 entry; 54 suites / ~110 guests.
Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection: Evrima in service; Ilma entered service in 2024; Luminara next.
With these incredible brands, you can have the blend of your favorite luxury hotel and yacht charter blended into one. You get the pleasures of yacht life without the burden of owning one! Leave the details to the experts, and plan for when these incredible vessels hit the water.
