MALIA

Golden Yachts254m12 guests8 cabins

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Overview

MALIA yacht charter in Bahamas

A MALIA charter is strongest when the yacht choice is tied to the route. For larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting, the useful question is how a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status fits matching yacht size, cruising area, and guest profile before comparing rates and whether boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts.

Golden Yachts254m12 guests8 cabins

Charter fit

How to use MALIA

MALIA is best considered for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting, with a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. 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

MALIA should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around Bahamas and Mediterranean. The decision should weigh 254'11 / 77.7m, 12 guests, 8 cabins, 2023 | 2024 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.

Best use
a larger group day where deck flow matters
Guest profile
12 guests; larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting
Route style
Caribbean and Bahamas winter cruising; strongest when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts
Port logic
match the yacht to the charter area before treating global availability as realistic
Compare by
compare by guest flow, deck use, and cabin layout before price alone
Watch-out
the best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed

When this yacht makes sense

MALIA suits larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting 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. 8 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.

Where to use it

Bahamas can work well for MALIA, 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. peak season dates, when cruising area, berth access, and crew availability should be checked early. A useful shortlist should also explain why compare by guest flow, deck use, and cabin layout before price alone.

Life on board

a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. 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 MALIA on price alone. The stronger comparison is whether another yacht makes Caribbean and Bahamas winter cruising easier, gives the group a better deck rhythm, or solves a port constraint more cleanly.

What to verify

A good recommendation for MALIA 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
Golden Yachts
Length
254'11 / 77.7m
Built
2023 | 2024 (Refitted)
Guests
12
Cabins
8
Crew
22
Price context
€750,000 p/week + expenses Approx $881,000
Cruising speed
15 Knots
Model
Custom
Beam
43'4 / 13.2m
Draft
11'2 / 3.4m

Charter price

What the charter price is really buying

MALIA is positioned around €750,000 p/week + expenses Approx $881,000, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.

Build and scale

Golden Yachts build, 254m 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 MALIA suits

Strong

Families and private groups

MALIA 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

MALIA by charter criteria

Space and comfort

5/5

The 254m 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

MALIA vs newer 80m+ yachts

Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. MALIA 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 MALIA

Toys

When not cruising Malia has onboard an incredible selection of water toys and accessories for you and your guests to connect with the waters around you. Take to the sea on the Jet Skis offering you power and control on the water. In addition there are towable toys offering fun and adventure. Also there are three waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If that isn't enough Malia also features a seabob, wakeboards, kayaks, inflatable water toys and paddleboards. Malia features four tenders, but leading the pack is a 11.3m/37'1" Wajer Chase Tender to transport you in style. Malia and her crew are available for charter this summer for cruising within the Mediterranean. She is already accepting bookings this winter for cruising in the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. This ocean-going luxury charter motor yacht carries up to 22 professional crew who will cater to your every need.

Overview

The 77.7m/254'11" motor yacht 'Malia' offers the unmissable chance to charter a brand new superyacht, having only launched this year. Delivered by the Greek shipyard Golden Yachts and features interior styling by Studio Vafiadis and Massari Design, she can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests in 8 cabins. Built in 2023, Malia is designed for exquisite indoor/outdoor living and boasts voluminous interior and exterior spaces across several decks: ideal for bronzing, lounging or entertaining. Her features include a spa, elevator and beach club.

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 Caterpillar engines, she comfortably cruises at 15 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 19 knots with a range of up to 6,500 nautical miles from her 269,190 litre fuel tanks at 12 knots.

Guest Accommodation

Malia offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 8 suites. There are 12 beds in total, including 6 king and 6 singles. A crew of twenty-two, who specialize in creating exceptional charters, are on hand to provide guests with a yacht charter vacation to remember.

Onboard Comfort Entertainment

On your charter, you'll find plenty to keep you busy and entertained including a serene luxury spa, for the utmost in relaxation. Visit the sauna and disconnect in peace and quiet and the swimming pool is perfect for exercising or admiring a romantic sunrise. Make your day truly exceptional at the beach club plus soak up the bubbles in style in the deck jacuzzi. Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you including an elevator, making any part of the yacht quickly and easily accessible. Satellite communication systems keep you in touch wherever you voyage and soak up the atmosphere after dark with dramatic underwater lights. Take advantage of the on board Wi-Fi and stay connected at all times plus guests will experience complete comfort while chartering thanks to air conditioning.

Onboard

Experience

Special features

  • Impressive 6
  • 500nm range
  • Multi-award winning
  • Extensive health and beauty center
  • including spa and beach club
  • Recent refit in 2024
  • Generous pool

Amenities

  • Outdoor Gym
  • Hammam
  • Exterior Bar
  • Tender Garage
  • Sun Deck
  • Convertible Cinema
  • Massage Room
  • Underwater Lights
  • Bathing Platform
  • Helipad
  • Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor Shower

Water toys

  • 4 x More Fliteboard
  • 2 x F5 Seabobs
  • 2 x Stand-up Seadoo Spark Jet-Skis
  • 2 x Jobe 10.6 Paddleboards
  • 1 x Awake Ravik 3 with XR battery Surf Board
  • 2 x Jobe Wake Boards
  • 2 x SCK Kayaks
  • 2 x Hobie Mirage Eclipse Dura Pedal Board
  • Inflatable Climbing Wall
  • Inflatable water toy
  • Towable Toys
  • 3 x Water-Skis

Tenders

  • 1 x 37'1 / 11.3m Wajer Wajer 38S Chase Tender
  • 1 x 24'7 / 7.5m Castoldi 25 Jet Tender with 1 x Yanmar 370 HP engine
  • 1 x 23' / 7m Novurania LX 700 Tender Yamaha
  • 1 x Dewolf Solas 420 Rescue Boat Yamaha

Commercial

Rates and seasons

Summer Season

€850,000 p/week + expenses Approx $998,500

Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Ibiza · Sardinia · The Balearics

Winter Season

€850,000 p/week + expenses Approx $998,500

Caribbean · Antigua · Saint Martin · St Barts · Mediterranean · Croatia · France · Greece · Italy · Malta · Monaco · Montenegro · Turkey · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Mykonos · Sardinia

Cruising

Regions

Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Caribbean · Antigua · Saint Martin · St Barts · Croatia · Greece · Malta · Montenegro · Turkey · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Ibiza · Sardinia · The Balearics · Mykonos

Planning notes

Before you request dates

  • Confirm whether MALIA's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
  • Check whether MALIA's 8 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
  • Match the first route draft to Caribbean and Bahamas winter cruising.
  • Ask why MALIA beats the nearest alternative for a larger group day where deck flow matters.
  • Confirm the port plan: match the yacht to the charter area before treating global availability as realistic.
  • For MALIA, include boarding point, must-do stops, and whether the route should stay focused on Bahamas and Mediterranean.

Availability

Request MALIA charter availability

Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether MALIA fits the route.

FAQ

MALIA charter questions

Is MALIA a good fit for Bahamas?

Yes, if the route is planned around matching yacht size, cruising area, and guest profile before comparing rates. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.

Who should consider MALIA?

MALIA is strongest for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The final recommendation depends on how the cabins, crew setup, and Bahamas and Mediterranean timing fit the brief.

What should I send before requesting MALIA?

For MALIA, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.

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Before a deposit, you see the yacht, route assumption, inclusions, exclusions, payment schedule, cancellation terms and any APA, VAT, fuel or delivery notes.

Safety-led planning

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.

Human contact

A charter expert stays visible from enquiry to shortlist, with email or WhatsApp follow-up when timing, routes or guest needs change.

Booking FAQ

Who handles the yacht booking?

We qualify the request, then coordinate with suitable charter broker partners so availability, terms and negotiation are handled through professional charter channels.

What is checked before I pay?

The shortlist should clarify the exact yacht, dates, guest count, boarding point, route, price assumptions, inclusions, exclusions and payment conditions.

How do MYBA member brokers help?

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.

What guests tell us matters

  • Guests value a shortlist built around their route, not a random catalogue.
  • Families ask for clear safety, shade, cabins and weather backup before they book.
  • Corporate groups want written timing, access and service expectations before deposit.

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