The YaHull Vessel Star™

What it is

A hotel's stars tell you what to expect before you arrive. The YaHull Vessel Star™ does the same for boats. Yahull rates every boat with a star rating from 1 to 5, under its own standard, the YaHull Vessel Star™. The star rating is a factual attribute of the boat. A star measures what a boat offers the people aboard — space, comfort and amenities.

How a class is decided

Each boat is assessed from Lifestyle (5★) downward, item by item, YES or NO. Any NO moves the boat down one star. The boat's class is the highest star at which every item is YES. No partial credit, no substitutions.

The five classes

5★ Lifestyle Class

  • Multiple distinct living or social zones; guests can move freely without crowding
  • Professional or high-capacity galley; large-capacity fresh water system; multiple or full-size showers
  • Multiple social areas (indoor + outdoor); dedicated BBQ / grill
  • Zoned climate control (more than one area)
  • All amenities can operate simultaneously; high-speed internet available onboard

4★ Luxury Class

  • Fully enclosed interior living space; lounge-style seating for guests
  • Full galley (sink + cold storage + cooking); ice maker or equivalent cold system; plumbed toilet; functional shower
  • Dedicated dining / eating area; social gathering space (salon, aft deck, flybridge, etc.)
  • Heating and air conditioning installed
  • Suitable for full-day use without shore support; internet connectivity available

3★ Comfort Class

  • Enclosed cabin or enclosed helm; cushioned seating designed for comfort
  • Fresh water system (tank + pump); enclosed toilet; basic galley (sink or refrigerator)
  • Guests can sit and interact comfortably
  • Heating or air conditioning; protection from wind and rain
  • Amenities can operate for multiple hours; waste holding system present

2★ Select Class

  • Fixed seating for all passengers; walkways are clear and unobstructed
  • Limited fresh water (rinse tank acceptable); secure storage for personal items
  • Basic weather protection (wind / rain)
  • Electrical system supports basic onboard needs

1★ Essential Class

  • Basic seating available

You book a star rating, not a single boat

A Yahull trip is specified by star rating, not by a single boat — so whichever boat carries your day, it meets the same standard.

Modifiers

Within its star class, each boat carries one YaHull Vessel Modifier™: Signature, Luxury, Premium, Performance, Core or PriceSmart. Modifiers explain price differences within a class; the star class stays the same. Signature is awarded only with Yahull management's approval.

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