Boatbookings
London yacht charter broker covering crewed yachts, bareboats and catamarans from the Mediterranean to the Pacific
Quick Overview
| Company | Enitiative.biz Ltd (Boatbookings) |
|---|---|
| Category | Boat Rental Platforms |
| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom |
| Founded | Not stated |
| EU Presence | Yes - United Kingdom (England) |
| Data Location | not stated on the pages we read |
| Open Source | No |
| GDPR Compliant | Yes |
| Self-Hosting | No |
| Main Features | Crewed yacht charter, bareboats, catamarans, enquiry form, specials board, charter fee and VAT guide |
| Pricing | Quote on enquiry; charter fee, VAT and expense guide on the site |
| Best For | Charterers who want a human broker for a crewed or bareboat yacht |
| Replaces | Boatsetter |
Detailed Review
The Boatbookings terms name a company incorporated in England with registered address Ground Floor, 45 Pall Mall, London SW1Y 5JG and company number 05326363. The terms state that English law governs and that English courts have non-exclusive jurisdiction.
The site presents handpicked charter yachts and states that specialists are in contact with key charter locations. Charters are arranged through an enquiry form.
How booking works
The terms state that Boatbookings acts as a disclosed broker for third-party suppliers such as the boat owner, fleet manager or charter operator. The final contract for the charter is between the renter and that supplier, not Boatbookings.
Customers send an enquiry rather than booking instantly on a listing.
Fleet and destinations
Search is split by crewed or bareboat and by motor, catamaran or sail. Destinations include the French Riviera, Corsica, Greece, Croatia, Sardinia, Sicily, the Caribbean, Florida, Thailand and the Pacific.
Costs and taxes
A fees page explains that crewed Mediterranean charters carry VAT depending on the place of embarkation, and lists rates for France (20%), Italy (22%), Spain (21%), Greece (12%), Croatia (13%) and Turkey (18%). The pages we read give no broker fee.
Limitations to Consider
Boatbookings is a broker with enquiry-based booking, so there is no instant booking or public price per listing. The contract is with the supplier, not with Boatbookings. The pages we read give no broker fee, hosting location or private owner listings. For instant online booking look at Boataround.
Who Should Use Boatbookings
Charterers planning a crewed or bareboat yacht holiday who prefer to talk to a broker.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- UK company with number and address published
- Crewed, bareboat and catamaran options
- VAT guide by country
- Disclosed broker model stated in the terms
- Worldwide destinations
Cons
- Enquiry-based, no instant booking
- Contract is with the supplier
- No broker fee stated
- Hosting location not stated
Alternatives to Boatbookings
Other European boat rental platforms worth comparing before you decide:
See all European boat rental platforms or compare them directly against Boatsetter on our alternatives page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Partly. It is a UK yacht charter broker for crewed and bareboat yachts, where Boatsetter is a US marketplace for short rentals.
The terms state that the final charter contract is between the renter and the supplier, such as the owner or charter operator.
Yes. A fees page lists VAT rates by country for crewed Mediterranean charters.