GALAXY is a 56-metre motor yacht built by the Italian shipyard Benetti, delivered in 2005 and given a comprehensive refit in 2025 that won her an award in the refit category at the International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2023. Stefano Natucci’s interiors set her apart from more conventional yachts in her class, using a kaleidoscope of colours, textures and avant-garde design elements to create an atmosphere that feels genuinely distinctive rather than following a familiar superyacht template. Part of a highly desirable Benetti series, GALAXY pairs that bold styling with a spacious, versatile layout and an elevator serving every deck, making her equally practical for families and larger charter groups.
The main deck lounge sets the tone immediately, with carefully considered design features, deep-coloured furnishings and plush sofa seating that feels candidly enchanting rather than restrained. In contrast, the bridge deck is built around relaxation, with a piano sitting opposite the lounge area and a formal dining space featuring a circular table that seats 12 guests beneath floor-to-ceiling curved glass doors offering genuinely breathtaking views in every direction.
Accommodation comfortably sleeps 12 guests across six cabins. The main deck master suite is a real highlight, complete with its own office that doubles as a recording studio, panoramic views and an indulgent en suite, while a private observation room adds yet another spot to enjoy the surrounding scenery in solitude. The VIP cabin occupies the upper deck, and four further cabins on the lower deck, including three doubles and a twin with Pullman berths, round out a layout flexible enough to accommodate up to 14 guests in total when needed.
Outdoor living is a particular strength. The sun deck is genuinely built for relaxation and entertainment, with four double sun loungers aft, an al fresco dining area and a central gym enclosed by floor-to-ceiling windows that keep the surrounding views in constant sight during a workout. Forward of the gym, an al fresco lounge merges seamlessly with a raised jacuzzi, creating one continuous space for sunbathing, socialising and unwinding through the afternoon.
GALAXY carries a genuinely full toy box to match her energetic, colourful character, including jet skis, SeaBobs, an electric surfboard, kayaks, paddleboards, wakeboards, waterskis and a range of inflatables, with a 7.5-metre X-Craft custom tender leading her fleet for trips ashore. She is an approved RYA training centre for personal watercraft, making her a strong option for families wanting structured time on the water alongside more relaxed lounging days.
With twin Caterpillar engines giving her a cruising speed of 13 knots and a crew of around 15 on board, GALAXY splits her charter calendar between the Mediterranean and the Caribbean. Her combination of bold, original interior design, genuinely versatile accommodation and an elevator linking every deck make her a standout choice for guests seeking something more memorable and distinctive than a typically understated charter yacht.
Stefano Natucci’s bold colour palette and unconventional design give GALAXY genuine personality.
Deep-coloured furnishings and plush sofas set against a richly designed backdrop.
Office/recording studio, observation room and panoramic main-deck views.
A private observation room and a recording studio set GALAXY’s owner cabin apart.
