Marina Vela - Amarres y marina seca junto al Hotel W en Barcelona

Marina Vela is a marina located at the far end of Barceloneta, next to the W Hotel, on Passeig de Joan de Borbó. It opens directly onto the sea, with the city just a stone’s throw away, and offers berths for rent and for sale, dry dock facilities, and a business hub, the Marina Vela Nautical Hub, where nautical companies are concentrated.

Key Information

Category	Details
Location	Passeig de Joan de Borbó, 103, 08039 Barcelona
Next to	W Hotel, Barceloneta
Berths	For rent and for sale, including berths for large yachts
Dry dock	Yes
Contact	+34 931 166 616 · [email protected] · VHF 9

Services

• Berth rentals and sales, including finger berths for premium services.
• Berths for large yachts, over 20 meters.
• Dry dock.
• Marina Vela Nautical Hub: commercial spaces for nautical businesses.
• Restaurants and leisure areas.
• Indoor and outdoor event spaces, such as the Mirador Building and the Rambla del Rompeolas.

Superyachts in the heart of Barcelona

Photos on its website show large motor yachts moored with the W Hotel building in the background, and classic wooden boats at the docks. For a yacht visiting Barcelona, Marina Vela offers a rare combination: the open sea just outside the harbor and the city center just minutes away.

Which Boats It’s Suited For

Boat	Why
Yachts over 20 m	Berths designed for large vessels
Classic boats	Piers where wooden sailboats are moored
Small motorboats	Dry dock
Nautical companies	Premises at the Nautical Hub

Events

Marina Vela organizes and hosts events in its waterfront spaces: parades, boat presentations, and private functions. For a boat owner, this means a marina with a lively atmosphere all year round.

Location

From Marina Vela	How
Barceloneta	On foot
Port Vell and the Gothic Quarter	A few minutes away
Airport	About 20 minutes by car
Open sea	Directly outside the entrance

Tips for Mooring at Marina Vela

• Contact us on VHF Channel 9 before entering.
• Provide your boat’s length and beam so we can assign you an appropriate dock.
• Ask about purchasing a berth if you plan to keep your boat in Barcelona for several years.
• Consider dry docking if your boat is small.
• Book in advance during the summer and during weeks with nautical events.

Buying or Renting a Berth

	Rental	Purchase (concession)
Commitment	Seasonal or annual	Long-term
Initial investment	Low	High
Flexibility	High	Lower
Ideal for	Trying out the area or short stays	Boat with a permanent home port in Barcelona

Azulona Marinas

Marina Vela is part of Azulona Marinas, as reflected in its brand identity. For boat owners, this means professional marina management with services designed for both long- and short-term stays.

Enjoying Life Aboard in the City

Few marinas allow you to step off the dock and be on the beach or at a restaurant in Barceloneta within minutes. For crews of large yachts, this makes provisioning, crew changes, and daily logistics much easier.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Marina Vela? At Passeig de Joan de Borbó, 103, next to the W Hotel in Barcelona.

Does it accommodate large yachts? Yes, it has berths for yachts over 20 meters.

Does it have dry dock facilities? Yes.

Can berths be purchased? Yes, it offers berths for rent and for sale.

How can I contact you? Call +34 931 166 616, email [email protected], or contact us via VHF Channel 9.