Living in Marbella is about more than a beautiful home. It is also about life on the water, and few places make that easier than Puerto Banús.
For residents who want regular time at sea without the cost and work of owning a boat, a boat club can be the answer. Unlike a rental company, a club gives members ongoing access to a fleet for a monthly or annual fee, and looks after maintenance, insurance, servicing and moorings.
These are three of the main clubs in and around Puerto Banús.
Freedom Boat Club Marbella
Freedom Boat Club is one of the largest boat club networks in the world, with a base in Puerto Banús. Members reserve motorboats through the club’s booking system, which suits both full-time residents and frequent visitors.
- Monthly membership
- A fleet of motorboats
- No purchase, depreciation or maintenance
- Insurance and moorings handled by the club
- Access to Freedom Boat Club locations abroad
It is particularly practical for owners who divide their time between Marbella and other places.
Agapi Marbella
Agapi Marbella is a smaller, boutique club in Puerto Banús offering shared access to a selection of premium boats, with the club taking care of running and maintaining the fleet.
- Boutique club based in Puerto Banús
- Shared access to premium boats
- Flexible membership
- Professional management and maintenance
It suits members who want a more personal, premium experience.
Private Boat Club
Private Boat Club works on an annual subscription, with boats at Puerto Banús, Marbella marina and El Candado in Málaga. Depending on the plan, members have a set number of guaranteed outings and a choice of vessels.
- Annual subscription
- Boats in Puerto Banús, Marbella marina and El Candado
- A choice of several boats
- Guaranteed days at sea, depending on the plan
- Maintenance, administration and marina logistics handled by the club
Club membership or your own boat?
Owning a boat gives complete freedom, but also brings berth fees, insurance, maintenance, cleaning, winter storage, depreciation, crew and paperwork. A club removes most of that while still putting you on the Mediterranean regularly.
Which club is right for you?
It depends on how often you plan to go out, the type of boat you prefer and whether access abroad matters to you. Freedom Boat Club offers a large international network and monthly membership; Agapi Marbella a boutique experience with premium boats; Private Boat Club an annual plan across several marinas. Terms, fees and availability change, so confirm the latest conditions with each club.
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