The megayacht marina fills up to experience Holy Week in Málaga

The capital of Malaga is emerging as a premier destination in the Mediterranean for high-end tourism. In this context, Holy Week has become a new attraction that wealthy individuals from around the world are eager to experience.

These days, the facilities at IGY Málaga Marina, between pier one and part of two, are experiencing high docking activity. This is not the first time this has happened. What is particularly striking in this case is that the ships have not come for a routine technical stop. According to sources in the nautical sector, several of these luxurious yachts have brought their owners (proprietors) along with family and guests, who have specifically come to the Malaga capital to witness the phenomenon of the processions.

The largest of the yachts moored is the Odisea, measuring 78 meters in length and owned by a billionaire from the United States

Although utmost discretion is the golden rule among captains, crews, and consignees, SUR has learned that at least two of the large yachts are in this situation, although the exact identities of these distinguished tourists have not been revealed.

Megayacht Odisea

The largest of the yachts currently moored in Malaga is the Odisea, measuring just over 78 meters in length (13 meters beam), and was launched in 2024 from the renowned German shipyard Lürssen. This vessel has a steel hull and aluminum superstructure, and features a vertical bow design that enhances navigation efficiency. Regarding its ownership, SUR has only been able to learn that it belongs to a billionaire linked to a long-established family business in the United States, but there is great secrecy about their exact identity.

The vessel is characterized by a fully glazed design, allowing natural light to flood the interior and offering panoramic views. It can comfortably accommodate 14 guests in seven cabins; while the crew consists of 24 professionals.

Among its most distinctive features is the 'Beach House,' a glazed lounge on the main deck that opens and directly connects to the teak pool area. It also has a sports court on the bow deck, designed for playing basketball, pickleball, yoga, and pilates. Its outdoor decks are designed to quickly adapt from relaxation areas to social entertainment spaces.

The list of large recreational vessels currently at the Malaga marina is completed by the Solinda (50 meters); the sailing yacht Spirit of Xarey (43); the Jackie O (35) and the Sirena (34). IGY Málaga Marina indicates that the new season is just starting these days, so for the months of April and May, their facilities are expected to be fully booked again. They have also confirmed that among the visitors there will be several newcomers, which are listed among the world's most luxurious and will make a stop in Malaga for the first time.

Luxury Nautical Destination

To understand why the Odisea or the Solinda choose Malaga to spend Holy Week, one must look beyond the water. The capital of the Costa del Sol is becoming a reference for great nautical luxury in the Strait. The transformation promoted by the Port Authority of docks 1 and part of 2 at the IGY Málaga Marina has been the catalyst for this paradigm shift.

Related News

Rafa Nadal points to the marina of San Andrés in Malaga

The marina is the result of a partnership between IGY Marinas—the world's largest manager of luxury marinas based in the United States—and the Spanish company Ocean Capital Partners, under a concession from the Port Authority of Malaga. The marina has 31 berths, equipped with high-power hook-up points for electrical supply.

This facility can accommodate vessels from 30 to 180 meters in length, making it one of the few harbors capable of hosting the largest megayachts sailing. Additionally, it is strategically located at the crossroads of two of the world's most demanded routes: the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. In fact, it is increasingly common for the dock to be too small for the high demand it supports.