ISA Yachts157m12 guests6 cabins
PENELOPE is worth shortlisting for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The planning focus should be beach-club timing, Formentera crossings, and the choice between a social Ibiza day and a quieter island route, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
ISA Yachts · Monaco · Cannes · French Riviera · Ligurian Riviera · St Tropez
Overview
PENELOPE is worth shortlisting for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The planning focus should be beach-club timing, Formentera crossings, and the choice between a social Ibiza day and a quieter island route, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
Charter fit
PENELOPE is best considered for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, with full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. The useful planning angle is a larger group day where deck flow matters, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.
Shortlist logic
PENELOPE should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 157'6 / 48m, 12 guests, 6 cabins, 2005 | 2025 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
Use PENELOPE when the brief calls for full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. At 157'6 / 48m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.
For Balearic Yacht, the route should start with Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx. That keeps the charter practical around beach-club timing, Formentera crossings, and the choice between a social Ibiza day and a quieter island route, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should treat Formentera as a weather and crossing decision, not only a photo stop.
The earlier the request is shaped, the cleaner the shortlist becomes. May to October, with July and August best handled through early routing and clear guest plans. The broker note should be honest about limits: the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board.
The onboard experience is defined by how guests use the space. For active guests, the onboard recreation list is worth checking before the final route is set. For this yacht, the occasion is usually stronger when it is treated as a larger group day where deck flow matters.
A fair shortlist should explain why PENELOPE is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether compare against another yacht only after checking route fit around Mediterranean, then compare rates and availability.
The main caveat is simple: the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.
Technical profile
Charter price
PENELOPE is positioned around €190,000 p/week + expenses Approx $223,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
ISA Yachts build, 157m class
The value is in the way the yacht supports guests: cabins, deck space, crew flow, toys, tenders, service rhythm and the ability to make the route feel effortless.
Fuel, provisioning, berths, delivery, local taxes and crew gratuity should be clarified before treating any weekly or day rate as the full charter budget.
Guest fit
Strong
PENELOPE gives the group a cabin-led base for multi-day planning, with space to balance privacy, meals and time on deck.
Strong
The yacht data includes toys or tenders, so the charter can be planned around swimming, water time and an active anchorage rhythm.
Strong
The guest profile supports larger private groups when service flow, boarding and deck use are planned early.
Inspect style
Interior mood, deck style and service tone should match the client. The right yacht is not only the largest available yacht, it is the yacht guests want to live in.
Charter fit scorecard
5/5
The 157m class gives the yacht its baseline for deck space, cabins and guest flow.
4.5/5
The available toy and tender data supports a more active charter plan.
4.5/5
Amenities and features give the yacht stronger onboard value beyond transport.
Visible
Rate context is available, but APA, tax, fuel, berths and delivery still need confirmation.
Comparison
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. PENELOPE should be compared on guest fit, refit status, deck flow, crew programme, toys, range, availability and the route you actually want to run.
The strongest shortlist is not the newest yacht by default. It is the yacht whose layout, service style and operating assumptions match the client, the port and the itinerary.
Profile
Onboard Penelope has a range of toys and accessories to keep you and your guests entertained on the water throughout your stay. You'll be loving the huge adrenaline rush as you zip over the water on one of the two WaveRunners. In addition there are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. Another excellent feature are two SEABOBs providing agile cruising and diving. If that isn't enough Penelope also features paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. Penelope features two tenders, but leading the pack is a 5.5m/18'1" Novurania Tender to transport you in style. Based in the magical waters of the Mediterranean all year round Penelope is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let Penelope Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Mediterranean. With its luxurious interiors, vast array of onboard facilities and a highly-trained and professional crew, a luxury yacht vacation onboard motor yacht Penelope promises to be nothing short of spectacular.
The 47.5m/155'10" motor yacht 'Penelope' by the Italian shipyard ISA Yachts offers flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins and features interior styling by Italian designer Cristiano Gatto Design. Motor yacht Penelope boasts a wealth of convivial spaces, perfect for luxury yacht charters with families of friends, offering ample opportunities to kick back and relax, or enjoy the water on the yacht's array of water toys, the choice is yours.
Built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure, she offers greater on-board space and is more stable when at anchor thanks to her full-displacement hull. Powered by twin MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 13 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 16 knots with a range of up to 4,000 nautical miles from her 69,000 litre fuel tanks at 14 knots.
Built in 2005, Penelope offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 suites comprising a master suite located on the main deck, one VIP cabin, two double cabins and two twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 9 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Keeping comfortable and entertained on Penelope is easy thanks to the available amenities, particularly a deck jacuzzi, perfect to enjoy the scenery with your favourite drink in hand. Penelope benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter, particularly Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to stay connected at all times, should you wish. You can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.
Onboard
Commercial
€210,000 p/week + expenses Approx $246,500
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Malta · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Calvi · Cannes · Corsica · French Riviera · Ibiza · Ligurian Riviera · Mallorca · Portofino · Sardinia · St Tropez · The Balearics
$210,000 p/week + expenses
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Malta · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Calvi · Cannes · Corsica · French Riviera · Ibiza · Ligurian Riviera · Mallorca · Portofino · Sardinia · St Tropez · The Balearics
Cruising
Monaco · Cannes · French Riviera · Ligurian Riviera · St Tropez
Planning notes
Availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether PENELOPE fits the route.
FAQ
Yes, if the route is planned around beach-club timing, Formentera crossings, and the choice between a social Ibiza day and a quieter island route. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
PENELOPE is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The right answer depends on guest mix, service expectations, and whether the route stays close to Mediterranean.
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Ibiza, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether PENELOPE fits the plan.
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We help guests move from enquiry to booking with the right checks in place: suitable yachts, transparent terms, safety context and partner brokers who understand professional charter standards.
Learn about MYBAYour request is reviewed with professional charter partners, including brokers who are members of MYBA The Worldwide Yachting Association when the yacht, contract or market requires it.
Before a deposit, you see the yacht, route assumption, inclusions, exclusions, payment schedule, cancellation terms and any APA, VAT, fuel or delivery notes.
Crew, insurance, weather, guest comfort, tender access and local captain decisions are treated as part of the booking, not details to solve on the day.
A charter expert stays visible from enquiry to shortlist, with email or WhatsApp follow-up when timing, routes or guest needs change.
We qualify the request, then coordinate with suitable charter broker partners so availability, terms and negotiation are handled through professional charter channels.
The shortlist should clarify the exact yacht, dates, guest count, boarding point, route, price assumptions, inclusions, exclusions and payment conditions.
MYBA is a recognised professional association in superyachting. Working with MYBA-member brokers helps align complex charters with established professional standards and widely used charter documentation.
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