Inside Four Seasons Yacht’s jaw-dropping funnel suite on Four Seasons I

• Ultra-luxury Four Seasons Yacht I will debut in March 2026.
• It will have 95 luxurious suites including the Funnel Suites with floor-to-ceiling wraparound curved glass windows.
• She will spend her inaugural season in the Mediterranean.

Four Seasons Yachts has completed the first sea trials of its first ultra-luxury yacht, Four Seasons Yacht I.

The sea trials over five days at sea off the Fincantieri shipyard in Ancona, Italy were conducted to gauge the vessel’s performance, safety and comfort.

“The results of these trials speak to the level of craftsmanship and technical rigour behind Four Season I,” said Ben Todd CEO of Four Seasons Yachts. “Seeing the yacht perform as intended gives us real confidence as we move into the final stages ahead of welcoming our first guests.”

A second series of sea trials has been scheduled in preparation for the Four Seasons I debut with a nine-night itinerary from Malaga to Malta in March 2026. The yacht which features 95 luxurious suites and 11 food and beverage venues, will spend her inaugural season in the Mediterranean with plans to extend sailings to the Caribbean and the Bahamas.

Four Seasons Yachts has positioned its first super-luxury yacht as a purpose-built vessel designed to give guests a bespoke and ultra-luxury experience at sea. As the company extends its luxury hospitality brand to yachting, guests will be able to experience the ultimate in hotel service on the high seas.

Four Seasons Yacht I will feature the much-talked about funnel suite of 927 sq m with floor-to-ceiling wraparound curved glass windows. The yacht will also have a bespoke transverse marina, a large pool deck and an exotic spa. It will accommodate 180 guests and have a 1:1 staff to guest ratio.

Four Seasons Yachts has also placed an order for its second luxury yacht to be delivered in 2027 and debut in 2028.

More and more hotel brands expand into yacht-based travel, blending the personalised service of five-star resorts with the adventure of cruising. This trend reflects growing demand from affluent travellers who want brand continuity, exclusivity, and bespoke experiences across both land and sea.

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection was one of the earliest pioneers, debuting its first superyacht Evrima in 2022 and expanding with Ilma and Luminara. These vessels prioritise intimacy and service, with spacious suites (many with private terraces), gourmet dining, multiple bars, infinity pools, and even a marina that opens directly onto the sea for water sports—all while maintaining a high crew-to-guest ratio.

Aman, known for its ultra-exclusive resorts, is developing new large oceangoing yachts following the success of its intimate Amandira sailing vessel. Orient Express plans to launch the Corinthian, which combines historic brand nostalgia with high-end sea travel. Waldorf Astoria (part of Hilton) is even introducing a luxury river cruise experience on the Nile, bringing iconic design elements and personalised service to river cruising.

Onboard experiences across these yacht offerings often include Michelin-level cuisine, full-service spas, wellness programmes, curated shore excursions, and personalised butler service, all wrapped in the familiar style that guests expect from their favourite hotel brands. This shift isn’t just about bigger ships—it’s about reimagining luxury travel to combine the comfort of a hotel stay with the spontaneity and scenery of ocean exploration.

Hotel brands at sea are creating a new niche in luxury travel: floating sanctuaries for discerning travellers who want bespoke service, stunning design, and unforgettable journeys.

The Funnel Suite on the Four Seasons Yacht is expected to cost around $320,000 to $350,000 per week, depending on the itinerary (Caribbean vs. Mediterranean), with indicative pricing suggesting rates as high as $45,000 per night for this massive, multi-level penthouse suite, making it the most expensive option on the vessel.