Princess S66 Review (2020 Edition)

Describing the sportsbridge concept can be challenging, but its appeal is immediately evident. Rather than simply a blend of a flybridge and sports yacht, it enhances the sports yacht experience with added advantages.

The design cleverly integrates an upper driving area with the hardtop design, offering ample space to enjoy the journey and a sunroof for the salon below. In all these aspects, the S66 surpasses expectations.

The exterior design is truly remarkable, with the sportsbridge integrated into the yacht's sleek silhouette while offering an impressive upper deck.

Inside, the sleek lines are complemented by a spacious and bright four-cabin layout. Combining style and space, the S66 boasts a top speed of 38 knots and a suggested cruising speed of 36 knots. Opting for this speed means reaching destinations like Ibiza to Majorca or Palm Beach to the Bahamas in just a couple of hours. Just make sure to secure the glassware before setting off.

Princess Yachts' undeniable success can be attributed, in part, to their remarkable talent for crafting spacious and excellently designed interiors. Each space is well-proportioned, ensuring each corner of the yacht offers a welcoming and inviting atmosphere, making it easy to find your preferred spot onboard.

With its generous space and lofty ceilings, stepping aboard the S66 might give you the impression of being on a larger F Class model. The abundance of headroom and expansive glass sections contribute to this sense of spaciousness. Stylistically, the S66 remains consistent with its counterparts, featuring subtle additions like dark panels and a prominent sunroof characteristic of the S Class design.

In the galley aft salon, you'll find a dedicated dining area complemented by a forward lounge area, offering excellent views through the large hardtop windows and sunroof. Below decks, the four-cabin layout comprises three ensuites, highlighted by a spacious full-beam owner’s cabin featuring deep hull-side glass panels. Additionally, a sizable forward VIP cabin is situated forward, with twin and bunked cabins located amidships.

At the upper sportsbridge helm, you'll find two comfortable helm seats and an L-shaped guest area, providing ample seating for four or five people to enjoy the ride.

Meanwhile, the lower helm boasts sporty and supportive seats, evoking a sense of performance that sets it apart from other areas of the boat. The sleek console features a stitched visor with twin MFDs across the dash, while a convenient side door leads to the starboard deck.

The sportsbridge may be smaller than a flybridge, but it's impressively designed. Accessible via wide teak treads, tall coamings envelop the deck, providing a sense of being within the yacht rather than on top of it. The twin helm seats and L-shaped bench are complemented by a wet bar and aft dining area, making it an excellent spot for relaxation, even while underway.

The aft cockpit exudes the essence of a sports yacht, featuring U-shaped seating that leads to a spacious sunpad situated over the tender garage, capable of accommodating a 3.3m (10.9ft) tender. Here, the galley aft salon integrates with the cockpit, boasting an adjoining bar that bridges the gap between the deck and interior spaces. When the cockpit doors and sunroof are open, the indoor/outdoor ambiance is truly excellent.