Overview
PLATINUM yacht charter in Mediterranean
A PLATINUM charter is strongest when the yacht choice is tied to the route. For clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, the useful question is how full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space fits beach-club timing, Formentera crossings, and the choice between a social Ibiza day and a quieter island route and whether boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.
Benetti164m12 guests6 cabins
Charter fit
How to use PLATINUM
PLATINUM 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
Why this yacht belongs in the conversation
PLATINUM should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 164'1 / 50m, 12 guests, 6 cabins, 2009 | 2016 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a larger group day where deck flow matters
- Guest profile
- 12 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
- Route style
- Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx; strongest when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts
- Port logic
- treat Formentera as a weather and crossing decision, not only a photo stop
- Compare by
- compare against another yacht only after checking route fit around Mediterranean
- Watch-out
- the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board
When this yacht makes sense
PLATINUM suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a larger group day where deck flow matters. The 12 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 6 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.
Where to use it
Mediterranean can work well for PLATINUM, but the route needs discipline. The best plan keeps the day focused instead of trying to collect too many stops, especially when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.
Season and booking notes
Season matters because berth pressure, weather windows, and guest expectations change the charter. May to October, with July and August best handled through early routing and clear guest plans. A useful shortlist should also explain why compare against another yacht only after checking route fit around Mediterranean.
Life on board
full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. For active guests, the onboard recreation list is worth checking before the final route is set. This is where a broker note is more useful than a raw specification list.
Compare before booking
Do not compare PLATINUM on price alone. The stronger comparison is whether another yacht makes Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx easier, gives the group a better deck rhythm, or solves a port constraint more cleanly.
What to verify
A good recommendation for PLATINUM should include one reason to choose it and one condition to verify. That keeps the page useful for real charter planning instead of becoming another listing entry.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- Benetti
- Length
- 164'1 / 50m
- Built
- 2009 | 2016 (Refitted)
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 6
- Crew
- 11
- Price context
- POA
- Cruising speed
- 13.5 Knots
- Model
- Custom
- Beam
- 29'6 / 9m
- Draft
- 7'11 / 2.42m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
PLATINUM is positioned around POA, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Build and scale
Benetti build, 164m class
Guest experience
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.
Operating reality
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
Who PLATINUM suits
Strong
Families and private groups
PLATINUM gives the group a cabin-led base for multi-day planning, with space to balance privacy, meals and time on deck.
Strong
Active charter guests
The yacht data includes toys or tenders, so the charter can be planned around swimming, water time and an active anchorage rhythm.
Strong
Event or hosting briefs
The guest profile supports larger private groups when service flow, boarding and deck use are planned early.
Inspect style
Design-sensitive clients
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
PLATINUM by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 164m class gives the yacht its baseline for deck space, cabins and guest flow.
Toys and activity
4.5/5
The available toy and tender data supports a more active charter plan.
Wellness and amenities
4.5/5
Amenities and features give the yacht stronger onboard value beyond transport.
Price clarity
Visible
Rate context is available, but APA, tax, fuel, berths and delivery still need confirmation.
Comparison
PLATINUM vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. PLATINUM 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
About PLATINUM
Toys
Platinum knows a thing or two about fun on the water, with a selection of water toys and accessories for you and your guests to enjoy whilst on charter. You'll be loving the huge adrenaline rush as you zip over the water on one of the two Yamaha 1400 WaveRunners. Also there are towable toys offering fun and adventure. In addition there are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If that isn't enough Platinum also features scuba diving equipment, wakeboards, kayaks, fishing equipment and snorkelling equipment. When it comes to Tenders, Platinum has you covered - with two tenders, including a 8m/26'3" Scanner Tender. Motor yacht Platinum is an outstanding pedigree yacht that delivers on all fronts for superlative luxury yacht vacations.
Overview
The 49.9m/163'9" motor yacht 'Platinum' by the Italian shipyard Benetti offers flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins and features interior styling by Italian designer Benetti. Boasting an array of sumptuous living areas laid out invitingly to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere onboard, motor yacht Platinum is the perfect luxury charter yacht for friends and family.
Performance Range
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 17 knots with a range of up to 3,500 nautical miles from her 80,000 litre fuel tanks at 12 knots. Platinum features at-anchor stabilizers providing exceptional comfort levels.
Guest Accommodation
Families will particularly love Platinum thanks to her child-friendly setup. Built in 2009, She offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests with a layout comprising a master suite, one VIP cabin, two double cabins and two twin cabins. There are 10 beds in total, including 1 king, 3 queen, 4 singles and 2 pullmans. She is also capable of carrying up to 11 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
You and your guests can enjoy a variety of experiences on Platinum including a deck jacuzzi, perfect to enjoy the scenery with your favourite drink in hand. Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you including 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
Experience
Special features
- Contemporary interior
- Expansive deck areas
- Outdoor Bar
- Zero speed stabilisers
Amenities
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor Bar
- Sun Deck
- Foredeck Seating with Table
- Wi-Fi
- Video On-Demand
- ipod Docking
- At-Anchor Stabilizers
- Sunpads
- Deck Jacuzzi
- Air Conditioning
- Satellite TV
Water toys
- 2 x 2 seat Yamaha 1400 Waverunners
- 2 x Kayaks
- Water-Ski More Slalom and double for adults and kids
- Wake Board
- Towable Toys
- Snorkelling Equipment
- Dive Compressor
- 2 x Normic Fishing Equipment More 50-80 pound trawling rods
- 2 x Normic Fishing Equipment More 20-50 pound trawling rods
- 2 x Shimano Tiagra50 Fishing Equipment More trawling reels
- 2 x Shimano Tiagra80 Fishing Equipment More trawling reels
- 1 x Fishing Equipment More Heavy action spinning rod
Tenders
- 1 x 26'3 / 8m Scanner Tender with 2 x Yamaha 250 HP engines
- 1 x 13'9 / 4.2m Novurania Rescue Boat 70 HP engine
Commercial
Rates and seasons
Summer Season
POA
Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Calvi · Cannes · Corsica · French Riviera · Ibiza · Ligurian Riviera · Portofino · Sardinia · St Tropez · The Balearics
Winter Season
POA
Cruising
Regions
Monaco · Cannes · French Riviera · Ligurian Riviera · St Tropez
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether PLATINUM's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether PLATINUM's 6 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Mallorca, Cabrera, and Port Andratx.
- Ask why PLATINUM beats the nearest alternative for a larger group day where deck flow matters.
- Confirm the port plan: treat Formentera as a weather and crossing decision, not only a photo stop.
- When requesting PLATINUM, combine dates, guest count, and route style in one brief so alternatives can be compared fairly.
Availability
Request PLATINUM charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether PLATINUM fits the route.
FAQ
PLATINUM charter questions
Is PLATINUM a good fit for Mediterranean?
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.
Who should consider PLATINUM?
PLATINUM is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The final recommendation depends on how the cabins, crew setup, and Mediterranean and Ibiza timing fit the brief.
What should I send before requesting PLATINUM?
For PLATINUM, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.