Benetti Supreme 108 Review (2015 Edition) by NautiStyles

On Deck

In the cockpit, the seating here works for eight, maybe ten if everyone squeezes in. The capstans and stern winch are set up for easy stern-in docking, and boarding is handled with a hydraulic passerelle tucked into the transom. Drop down to the swim platform and the whole panel folds back to become a huge water-level terrace. It’s your beach club when you are at anchor, big enough for toys, lounging or just diving straight in. Surveillance cameras are mounted aft too, so from the helm you can keep an eye on what’s happening without relying only on crew.

The side decks lead forward past those massive windows. They really are floor to ceiling, and the bulwarks are cut in just the right place so the view stays open unless the flag is in the way. Overhead there’s a proper overhang with LED strips built in, which will glow nicely at night. A sliding side door gives quick interior access. Lockers along the way hold safety equipment, fuel fills, and even a dirty-oil pump-out point that works like on a commercial vessel. There’s also an engine room access door here so crew can move in and out without crossing guest space.

Up at the bow the shape flares to give more shoulder room when you walk forward.  The gear is all big-boat spec with twin windlasses, proper chain lockers to each side and another storage area for lines and fenders. A raised sunpad stretches across the bow, the kind of spot that charter guests line up for photos with the wheelhouse behind. It’s breezy underway, a place to sit if you want the wind in your face. And yes, there’s a ship’s bell to give the anchorage a wake up call.

Climb up again and the sun deck opens wide. Benetti has kept guest space clear of cranes or davits so it’s nothing but teak, railings, and places to relax. The rails mix stainless with clear synthetic panels that block the wind but still give that big-yacht look. There’s a jacuzzi, a barbecue, removable furniture you can shuffle or stow, and even some workout gear tucked into a locker. Liferafts are here but neatly placed, three in total. Forward a partial hardtop casts shade with lights integrated overhead, giving the option of sun or cover. This level is pure lounging, with formal dining kept for the deck below.

Just a few steps down sits the flybridge helm, a cozy little spot with wide-open visibility. It’s set up for running the boat in good weather, and even docking from here makes sense with the sightlines you get. The controls are all straightforward: throttles, thrusters, VHF, chartplotter, engine monitors, autopilot, searchlight. A drinks fridge is tucked alongside and a sliding door links directly into the pilot house, so switching between inside and outside stations is easy.

All the way aft on this deck you get another terrace, shaded and protected from the wind. Two big sofas and a dining table for ten make this the favorite place to eat. It has the breeze, the shade, and no clutter from tender storage. An icemaker and storage sit neatly to the side, with the main bar just inside, so the setup feels clean. Slide the salon doors open and the space flows together into one big entertaining zone.

Slide the doors open and the inside just flows straight from the aft deck. First impression is comfort. The wood finishes feel warm, kind of polished but not pretentious, with a mix of light and dark tones running throughout. Storage is tucked everywhere, but what really jumps out is how well it’s set up for drinks. There’s a wine cooler, racks for stemware, ice makers, and more than one drink fridge, so this whole area works as a bar before you even head near the galley.

The salon itself is wide and bright. Big lounge seating makes it a place you actually want to flop down in, and the windows are massive, floor to ceiling, angled slightly off each other from side to side. It’s unusual but it works, and it makes the whole space feel tall and creative. Forward of here sits the dining table, set for ten very comfortably. The wall cabinets hide full runs of storage for dishes and glassware, which makes the space feel ready for service at any moment.

A dayhead is placed right where you want it. If you’ve come down from the sun deck, stepped in from outside, or even wandered out of the bridge, it’s there. A skylight above adds a nice lift so it doesn’t feel closed in.

The galley is crew territory but it’s also in a spot that makes sense for an owner who likes to be hands on. Everything is tucked away neatly behind panels. There’s a big induction cooktop with a hood, a microwave, deep storage for pots and pans, plus separate fridge and freezer units. Likely a trash compactor too. Provisioning is easy thanks to a side deck door, so crew can bring supplies straight in. For an owner who wants privacy and maybe to send crew off for a weekend, it’s a galley that works perfectly for self use too.

Up one level, the upper deck lounge feels more like a cocktail hangout. There’s no stove here, just everything you need for drinks - ice makers, fridges, stemware storage. The couches are big, comfortable, and with the aft doors slid open the whole deck blends into the outside terrace. It feels set up for sundowners rolling right into dinner under the canopy aft.

Owner's Cabin

Coming into the owner’s suite you pass a dayhead, which is pretty unusual on a yacht this size. There are actually two dayheads off the bridge area, so whichever way you come down you’ve got one nearby. Step through and the master opens up right on the main deck.

First up is a proper walk-in closet with plenty of hanging space. Then the bathroom, big dual vanity, loads of storage underneath, and a shower that really surprises. It’s got three different setups: the rain shower overhead, a handheld, and a standard wall fixture. Big enough for two people to be comfortable, maybe even three if you’re counting. There’s a separate head compartment with a bidet, closed off with a pocket door so it stays private.

The stateroom itself feels all about the windows. They’re huge, the kind that frame the outside like a piece of art. You can imagine waking up to a different view every day, water, cliffs, harbors, like changing out paintings. Storage is all around with drawers, side tables, and hidden cabinets. The TV is built into the wall, speakers overhead, and the lighting is integrated in a clean way that mixes the dark and light wood tones used throughout the yacht.

There’s also a sliding door that links this suite back out to the side deck. If the crew aren’t around, the owner can close the pocket door forward and have this whole area feel private. That setup makes it easy to come and go without passing through the main guest spaces. It’s a forward-facing master with views to match and a layout that feels very owner-focused.

Guest Accommodation

Heading down two flights of stairs you reach the guest deck. Forward there are two identical cabins with twin beds.  There’s extra storage, an AV closet, and each cabin has its own ensuite. The showers are a good size, maybe a one and a half person shower, with a simple clean contrast of light and dark finishes. Both forward cabins are the same, no arguments about who gets the better one.

Moving aft to midship you find the next pair of cabins. On the starboard side there’s a queen bed, big closet, plenty of drawer space and side tables, plus a makeup or work desk under the window. The window itself is large, filling the room with light. The ensuite has stone floors, a rain shower overhead and even a little bench inside. It’s clearly designed as a proper one person shower but the bench makes it feel larger than expected. The port side cabin is a mirror image, right down to the turndown service shown during the tour - bed dressed, lights low, just how a charter guest would find it after dinner.  

What’s nice here is that none of the guest cabins feel second best. They’re equal in size and finish, so there’s no real fight over who sleeps where.  

Crew Accommodation

The Benetti 108 runs with six crew and there are three cabins down here. First thing you see is the crew mess, a cozy little hangout with a TV and screen so they’ve got somewhere to relax between shifts.

One of the cabins opens up with two bunks and its own ensuite. It’s simple but comfortable, and every cabin has the same setup so the crew have privacy and their own heads. During boat shows these spaces usually get crammed with extra gear and personal items get pushed aside, so it’s a real bonus to see them in use. It gives you a feel for how the yacht actually operates day to day.

As soon as you step inside you feel the airflow, fans running strong. Right by the entrance are the generator controls and monitoring systems, with most of the breaker panels and selector switches mounted where you can reach them easily. Battery chargers sit to one side, neat and accessible.

There are two Kohler generators, one to port and one to starboard, and the main engines are twin MAN V8 D258 LE423s rated at 986 horsepower each. Walking down the center you find more switches and breakers, while over on the starboard side the noise picks up with the ventilation fans. This is also where the watermakers and chillers are lined up along with all the pumps and hoses you expect in a yacht of this size.

From here there’s also an interior access door into the tender garage and beach club. Inside that space you’ll find two jet skis stored, a pair of big top-loading freezers, and the massive transom door that folds down to create the swim platform terrace. At anchor this whole area transforms into a beach club, with the garage door becoming a waterside deck. There’s a good amount of storage for gear back here too.

In terms of performance, the Benetti 108 cruises at 11 knots and can push up to a top speed of 15 knots. At 9 knots and around 1,300 rpm the range stretches to about 2,365 nautical miles with fuel reserve. She carries 6,535 gallons of fuel, has a beam of 24 feet, and a gross tonnage of 210 GT.

This Benetti 108 was built in 2015 and has been in private use, but the layout makes her a strong candidate for charter. The way the guest cabins are set up, nobody gets shortchanged - two twins forward, two queens midship, all with ensuite baths, and an on-deck master that feels like something out of a larger yacht. That’s a big plus if you’re planning to run her commercially.

The other factor is upkeep. A yacht of this size will need regular yard periods, surveys, and a professional crew to stay on top of systems. The payback is you’re stepping into a Benetti with volume, comfort, and a reputation for build quality, backed by a yard network that supports owners globally. For someone looking at the jump into superyacht ownership, a Benetti 108 is at that sweet spot where she’s big enough to feel like a full yacht but not so large that management becomes overwhelming.

Other models worth considering would be the Mangusta GranSport 33 and a Custom Line Navetta 33.

The Benetti 108 is yacht that lets you live the superyacht life without crossing into something so big it starts to own you. You could take her out with family, send the crew home for a few days and cook in the galley, or line up a charter season and let her pay her way.