Updated on October 30th, 2023
To bring balance, in addition to the list of the ugliest motor yachts in the world, we have created a list of the most beautiful superyachts, which collected the best designs and implemented projects. This list is also constantly updated, and getting on it is very easy: you just need to build an incredibly beautiful superyacht.
For those who are not interested in superyachts, there is also a rating of the best motorboats and yachts up to 24 meters.
The final selection of winners was made by the entire editorial staff of the magazine among pre-selected yachts by open voting on social networks. A yacht can be included in the list of winners only with complete unanimity of opinions. There are no first or last places here, all winning yachts are added randomly.
Gentleman line / 24-55 m / Picchiotti Yachts / 2024
- Exterior design: Luca Dini Design & Architecture
- Naval architecture: Luca Dini, The Italian Sea Group, Yacht Moments
It would seem that the surest way to get into our rating is to design and build a classic motor yacht. But it’s not that simple, because there are actually a lot of old classic boats from the last century that look terrible. However, Picchiotti’s Gentleman line has managed to capture our hearts with these stunning aluminum yachts.
Aviva / 98,4 m / Abeking & Rasmussen / 2017
- Exterior designer: Reymond Langton Design
- Naval architect: Abeking & Rasmussen
This yacht has some minor design elements that could be improved to bring it to perfection. But it’s still a fantastic superyacht with a nice color combination and flowing lines.
Carinthia VII / 97,2 m / Lürssen / 2002
- Exterior designer: Tim Heywood
- Naval architect: Lürssen
One of the most balanced superyachts in the world, it seems built specifically to give our eyes a break from visual overload.
Nero / 90,1 m / Corsair Yachts / 2007
- Exterior designer: Neil Taylor
- Naval architect: Imt Marine Consultants
It’s a modern classic: a timeless design with high-tech filling.
Abeona / 75 m / Damen Yachting / 2023
- Exterior designer: Damen Yachting
- Naval architect: Damen Yachting
This support vessel will probably be more beautiful than the superyacht it will serve. And if you want to have the perfect shadow boat, then entrust it to the Damen shipyard.
Stella Maris / 72,1 m / Viareggio Superyachts / 2013
- Exterior designer: Espen Oeino International
- Naval architect: Laurent Giles
This superyacht is designed with clean, straight lines and no unnecessary elements, making her very attractive.
Okto / 66,4 m / ISA / 2014
- Exterior designer: Andrea Vallicelli
- Naval architect: ISA
Built in 2014, this superyacht is still at the top of the pedestal of the most beautiful boats.
Cupani / 63.8 m / Royal Denship / 2006
- Exterior designer: Ole Steen Knudsen
- Naval architect: Tom Fexas
An ideal trawler yacht with an incredibly cozy interior. These boats always look charming and never become outdated.
Scout / 63,7 m / Hakvoort / 2019
- Exterior designer: H2 Yacht Design
- Naval architect: Diana Yacht Design
This yacht definitely aspires to be an explorer, but has a maximum range of only 4,800 nautical miles. Of course, range can be increased using modern hybrid technology. In any case, the designers did a great job.
Utopia IV / 63 m / Rossinavi / 2018
- Exterior designer: Team For Design
- Naval architect: Arrabito Naval Architects
This yacht is so beautiful that you want to get her autograph. She is also very fast, with a top speed of 33 knots. She definitely deserves to be included in the list of the most beautiful yachts of this century.
PHI / 58,5 m / Royal Huisman / 2021
- Exterior designer: Cor D. Rover
- Naval architect: Van Oossanen
This luxury yacht has a bold, futuristic design that has made her one of the most recognizable superyachts in the world.
Blue II / 56 m / Turquoise Yachts / 2020
- Exterior designer: Hoek Design
- Naval architect: Hoek Design
This is probably the only ice-class explorer superyacht in a classic gentleman’s style available today. Considering that the vessel was entirely designed by Hoek, it is not surprising to see her on the list of the most beautiful yachts in the world.
Endeavor 2 / 49,9 m / Rossinavi / 2017
- Exterior designer: Team For Design
- Naval architect: Arrabito Naval Architects
This is one of our favorite yachts, which we can unmistakably recognize from any distance. In an incomprehensible way, her design combines everything: from brutality to grace.
Nadan / 46 m / Burger Boat / 2009
- Exterior designer: Bruce King
- Naval architect: Burger Boat
Perhaps the best illustration of the conversation about gentleman’s yachts. One of the most elegant boats you have ever seen. She is perfect both inside and out.
Bartali / 46 m / Wider / 2017
- Exterior designer: Fulvio De Simoni
- Naval architect: Wider, Sydac
No further description is required here. We all, without exception, just really like this yacht and that’s all.
Gio Chi The / 43 m / Codecasa / 2016
- Exterior designer: Codecasa
- Naval architect: Codecasa
This yacht is so pleasing to look that you want to print out a huge poster and hang it on your bedroom wall. Just look at the precise lines and correct proportions. Incredible.
Moonshadow / 42,5 m / Feadship / 2003
- Exterior designer: Doug Sharp
- Naval architect: Feadship
An excellent trawler with graceful hull lines. With current engines, the yacht is capable of traveling over 4,100 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 10 knots. Like many others, this yacht changes its name every time it is resold. Fortunately, her beauty remains unchanged.
Aurelia / 39,37 m / Cantiere delle Marche / 2020
- Exterior designer: Hydro Tec
- Naval architect: Hydro Tec
This yacht is as incredibly beautiful as her name. This is a true explorer with a range of 8,000 nautical miles.
Taransay / 39 m / Rossinavi / 2015
- Exterior designer: Studio Tassin
- Naval architect: STB Italia
Of course, this elegant boat should be here as the finest example of a modern classic. The yacht is built from steel with an aluminum superstructure and plenty of wood inside and out. A true traveling gentleman’s yacht in the best color combination you can find.
Lady Fleur / 32,6 m / Holterman Shipyard / 2022
- Exterior designer: Bernd Weel Design
- Naval architect: Diana Yacht Design
This is one of two X-Treme 105 yacht models. We must give credit to the designers, because they quite harmoniously integrated complex elements into the overall picture. Among other things, the yacht looks great at cruising speed.
Sirena 88 / 26,7 m / Sirena Yachts / 2020
- Exterior designer: German Frers
- Naval architect: German Frers
We still don’t understand why we really like this series of yachts, but that doesn’t matter. It just looks cool, that’s all.