Full Description & Details
Marina Vela is a modern marina on the Mediterranean coast of Barcelona, Spain, located next to the Hotel W and a few minutes from the city centre. It opened in April 2017 and operates year-round, positioning itself as a premium facility for sailing yachts, motorboats and superyachts. The marina is part of the Azulona Marinas group and is ranked 13th in Catalonia by the Navily community, which rates its cleanliness at 4.5 out of 5.
The marina offers 130 berths for vessels from 12 to 90 metres in length overall, with mooring lines and stern-to-quay berthing options. It provides the fastest access to open sea at the port of Barcelona. Facilities include electricity, water, showers, toilets, fuel (diesel at 1.70 euros per litre and SP 95 petrol at 1.76 euros per litre), WiFi, a launch ramp, recycling, bicycle rental, car rental, video surveillance, a night watchman, laundry, ice sales and a lifting crane. Holding is not described in the sources, but the marina is designed for easy berthing with quick arrivals and immediate access to services.
Onshore, Marina Vela has a lively commercial area with dining and leisure options, including a Five Star restaurant on site. The Mirador building and the Rompeolas Rambla are described as an iconic hub of cultural, leisure and dining activity. The marina also offers event spaces, both indoor and outdoor, with a contemporary aesthetic and nautical character. The port office hours and weather forecast are available through the Navily platform.
Safety is supported by 24-hour surveillance and a night watchman. The marina is described as ideal for stopovers in high season, when agility is key, and as a home port in winter, when tranquillity and efficient operations are prioritised. It is well-connected and operates year-round. No specific restrictions on overnight stays are mentioned, and overnight berthing is permitted. The marina is open to the city while maintaining a premium standard.
How to get there
Marina Vela is located at coordinates 41 degrees 21.95 minutes North, 2 degrees 11.27 minutes East, within the port of Barcelona. The marina provides the fastest access to open sea at the port, and the approach is designed for quick arrivals and easy berthing. No specific bearing, waypoint or channel is described in the sources, and no VHF channel is listed for contact.
Mariners should rely on standard port of Barcelona navigation aids and contact the marina office for berthing instructions. On land, the marina is next to the Hotel W and a few minutes from the centre of Barcelona, making it well-connected by road. The nearest airport is Barcelona-El Prat, though no specific transfer details are given.
Formal entry procedures are not described in the sources; skippers should follow standard Spanish port entry requirements. The marina offers car rental on site for shore excursions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many berths does Marina Vela have and what is the maximum boat length?
Marina Vela has 130 berths and can accommodate vessels from 12 to 90 metres in length overall.
Does Marina Vela offer fuel and what are the prices?
Yes, Marina Vela offers fuel with diesel at 1.70 euros per litre and SP 95 petrol at 1.76 euros per litre.
What facilities are available at Marina Vela?
Marina Vela provides electricity, water, showers, toilets, WiFi, a launch ramp, recycling, bicycle and car rental, video surveillance, a night watchman, laundry, ice sales and a lifting crane.
Is overnight berthing allowed at Marina Vela?
Yes, overnight berthing is allowed at Marina Vela, and the marina is described as suitable for stopovers and as a home port.
Is there a restaurant at Marina Vela?
Yes, Marina Vela has a Five Star restaurant on site, along with other dining and leisure options in its commercial area.
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