Showing at the Miami International Boat Show 2022, the Ocean Alexander 37L sits at the top of the yard’s more traditionally styled Legend line, a counterpart to the plumb-bowed Revolution series.
At 36.6m (120ft) with a beam of 7.5m, it carries five cabins for up to ten guests, arranged with a spectacular forward owner’s suite on the main deck and four well-sized guest cabins below. It’s a boat intended to balance practicality with luxury, bringing superyacht features into a format just short of the 40m mark. So what does Ocean Alexander’s idea of a 120-footer really look like? Read on to find out.
Ocean Alexander 37L Key Facts
- LOA 120' 5"
- Model Year 2022
- Cabins 4
- Crew 5
- Max Speed 23 knots
- Status In Production
- Yacht Type Superyacht
- Use Type Cruising
Review Video
The Ocean Alexander 37L sits at the top of the yard’s Legend series, and it comes out of a partnership between Ocean Alexander and the British designer Evan K. Marshall. Marshall’s studio drew both the exterior and interior, while Arrabito Naval Architects in Italy engineered the hull.
The bow has a Carolina flare to throw spray clear, the decks run long and straight, and the superstructure is tied together with broad bands of glass. The result is a yacht that feels sleek and balanced, with plenty of natural light pouring into every level. Practical touches are hidden in plain sight. The bulwark on the port side folds down into a balcony, and the entire transom drops to reveal a full beach club. Closed up, those panels are flush with the hull and you would barely know they were there.
Arrabito’s hull gives the boat the flexibility to cruise at over 20 knots or slow right down to displacement speeds and stretch to a 1,200 mile range. Some hulls carry 1900hp MAN engines for close to 30 knots, while others use 2600hp MTUs and top out in the low 20s. Either way, the ride is tuned for comfort. Ocean Alexander brought in additional engineering expertise to keep sound and vibration low, so even with that power underfoot the atmosphere on board is calm and quiet. The engine room reflects the same thinking. It is finished like a clean room, with gleaming paintwork and commercial lighting, but most importantly it is spacious and accessible. You can move right around the machinery, reach the generators, and service the hydraulics without a fight. That mix of presentation and practicality is very Ocean Alexander.
Inside, Marshall wanted to create what he calls a penthouse feel. There is a lot of glass and light finishes, but they are offset with just enough high gloss timber and stone to keep it from feeling sterile. On some hulls the furniture is by Poltrona Frau, which adds another layer of quality, and owners can also pick between décor schemes with darker or lighter tones. It is semi-custom, so there is room to tailor the feel. The detailing is clever too. Doors open at the touch of a button - even from a toe switch if your hands are full – and televisions are hidden in ceilings rather than eating into cabinetry. Storage is tucked into disguised panels so the saloon feels clear and uncluttered, but everything has its place.
The main saloon and dining area open up to the sea with sliding side doors and that drop-down balcony. It creates a wide, breezy connection to the outside, but when closed up the glazing still brings in light and views. Forward is the master suite, and this shows how the design has evolved. Early hulls had a split-level cabin with the bathroom down a few steps. By hull three, the layout was reworked so that everything sits on one level, with the berth framed by a dramatic wraparound window for almost 270º of view. It is a good example of Ocean Alexander responding to owner feedback and improving the design as they go. Privacy is looked after too, with blinds that lower at the touch of a button and discreet toilet access behind the bed so that owners are not negotiating stairs at night.
The 37L is not about pushing extremes of styling or speed. Instead, it shows how a big builder like Ocean Alexander can evolve a proven platform and refine it into something that feels both luxurious and genuinely usable. The design blends Italian furniture, British styling, Italian naval architecture and Taiwanese craftsmanship into a yacht that is elegant, practical and built for serious time on the water.
Main Saloon
The saloon is accessed through a wide, two-part sliding door. You can open it using a button, or use a little toe switch if your hands are full. Step inside and the space feels open, bright and very carefully finished.
Ocean Alexander worked with Poltrona Frau on the furniture design with a mix of freestanding and built-in joinery that feels stylish. Gloss timber contrasts with matte, and the detailing in the cabinetry is beautifully executed. Even the coffee table shows off the quality of the woodwork.
The views are a big part of the experience here. Windows run low behind the sofa so you are always connected to the sea, and forward, another set of sliding glass doors can be opened to let natural breeze flow through. Storage is carefully disguised – panels pop open to reveal AV equipment or extra lockers – and the television folds neatly from the ceiling so it does not rob the room of cabinet space.
Moving forward, the dining table sits opposite a compact bar. It is a good-sized table, properly proportioned for the ten guests this yacht can carry, and it connects naturally with the glazing alongside so it does not feel cut off. The bar is positioned to work easily with the dining area. It has a wine fridge, a sink and extra cooling drawers, so crew are not constantly dashing back to the galley to fetch drinks. It is a thoughtful placement that helps the main deck flow, and because the yacht is semi-custom, owners have some freedom to adapt spaces like this.
Galley
Forward of the dining area is the galley, and it feelsl like a household kitchen. The worktops run long and wide, giving masses of space to prepare food, and there is room here for two full sinks with twin taps.
Appliances are what you would expect on a boat of this size with a full-size Sub-Zero fridge and freezer, a tall wine cooler, oven, microwave, dishwasher and a walk-in pantry. It is very well specified, but what stands out is the sense of volume. Compared to other boats around this length, it feels generous, more like a domestic kitchen than a tucked-away ship’s galley.
There is a side door that leads straight out onto the deck. That gives crew a direct route for provisioning or for serving the outside areas without having to pass through the saloon. The design makes the space practical for a professional crew, but the style with broad counters and a clear view out across the water, keeps it homely and easy to imagine as a liveaboard space.
Sky Lounge
The bridge deck sky lounge is another of the key social spaces on board. It sits just aft of the wheelhouse and feels like a private living room up on its own level. Large windows run the length of the space so you get elevated views out across the water, and the furnishings make it as comfortable as the main saloon.
There is a sofa and armchairs, a table for cards or drinks, and another television for films or gaming. A day head is tucked to one side, and a small bar provides refrigeration and storage so everything is to hand without needing to head back to the galley.
It has a more intimate feel than the main deck saloon, but because of the height you get a completely different perspective. It works well as a quieter retreat during the day or as a family space in the evenings, and it gives guests another option if the main deck is busy.
Owner's Cabin
Right forward on the main deck is the owner’s stateroom, and it really is quite something. As you come in there is a little desk area and a sofa, almost a private lounge where you can watch TV or just step away from the rest of the boat.
Move forward and you reach the main cabin. On this hull the design is different from the earlier ones. Hulls one and two had the bathroom down behind the bed, but here the bed is up on a mezzanine with the bathroom down forward. It makes the most of that curved window. Wake up here and you are surrounded by scenery on three sides.
Head down a short flight of stairs and you find the storage and ensuite. There are wardrobes lining both sides, so there is masses of space for clothes, and then a step down into a bathroom that feels more like home than a yacht. There is a a full whirlpool tub with separate shower and toilet cubicles either side, plus twin sinks.
Guest Accommodation
There are four guest cabins on the lower deck. Amidships are a pair of identical doubles, each with a bed that’s close to queen size, a bureau and a walk-in wardrobe. They make very good use of the space. The bathrooms are cleverly done with pocket doors that slide across, a separate shower cubicle and neat storage. Both cabins have a decent stretch of hull window, so guests get natural light and a proper view out across the water.
Forward are another two cabins. These are slightly smaller but very versatile. In each, the beds can slide apart to create a pair of twins or come together as a double, depending on who is on board. They still manage to fit in a small bureau, a television and some storage, and the hull windows here have an opening section for natural ventilation as well as air conditioning. Each has its own ensuite with a separate shower.
Right at the end of the corridor, what looks like a plain panel hides a utility room. Inside are extra fridges and freezers, a washer and dryer, a sink and shelves of storage.
Crew Area
The crew have their own entrance on the port side deck, or they can come in through a hatch in the beach club. Inside, the space is sensibly arranged with a mess area where they can eat or relax, and a small galley with an induction hob, sink, fridge and microwave. There is also a repeat washer and dryer here, so laundry facilities are at both ends of the boat.
Two bunk cabins share a bathroom with a separate shower, and the captain has a private cabin with a double bed, a small desk and its own ensuite. It is nicely finished, with good storage and even backlit mirrors in the bathrooms, so it doesn’t feel like corners have been cut.
A watertight door links this area directly to the engine room. It means crew can step straight through to the machinery spaces when the boat is underway, or open the hatch out to the transom in port for light and ventilation.
Forward of the sky lounge is the pilothouse, separated by a door so it can be closed off at night. That means the skipper can run the boat in darkness without any light spilling back from the guest areas.
It is very much a working bridge, laid out with three large multifunction displays that can be configured for navigation, depth, cameras or system monitoring. There are thruster controls, engine controls, autopilot and a big compass all set out clearly. The helm seats are fully adjustable and very comfortable, with a control pad built into the armrest so the skipper can work the screens without having to lean forward.
Behind the helm is a desk for chartwork and paperwork, with more storage built in. The detailing stands out, even down to the way stainless hinges are engraved into the wood rather than simply screwed on. It feels solid and carefully made, and the combination of big screens and clear sightlines gives the skipper excellent oversight of the whole boat.
It is all about the beach club these days, and the 37L does not miss the mark. The transom door lowers to create a broad teak platform right at the water. When closed, the whole piece sits flush with the stern so you would barely know it was there, but at anchor it transforms into a proper waterside lounge.
Inside the beach club, there is more to it than just somewhere to dive in. A skylight brings natural light down, so even if the door is shut it does not feel too gloomy. To starboard there is a neat little bar with sink, fridge, icemaker and some storage, plus a television so guests can keep an eye on the sport while they are by the water. It is a space as much for relaxing in the shade as it is for launching toys, and with direct access to the sea it should be one of the most used areas on board.
Cockpit
You can come up either side from the bathing platform into the cockpit and it opens out into a really broad, comfortable space. There is a substantial overhang above, supported by big uprights, so you get plenty of shade here.
The seating is arranged in a sociable U-shape around a table. The table itself has a break in the middle which is a neat idea. It means that if the seats are full, people can still slip in and out without everyone having to shuffle along. Opposite is a bar that runs the width of the space. It is a good size, fitted with twin fridges and a sink, and there is plenty of counter to line up drinks for whoever is sat around the table. There is a television here as well that drops down from the ceiling at the touch of a button.
This is a very usable spot if you want to be outside but not right up on the higher decks. You still feel connected to the water because the platform is just behind you, and there are boarding gates on both sides too. That means if the quayside is higher than the transom, you can board directly through the gates without needing to go right down to the platform.
Side Decks & Foredeck
Down the port side deck there is a useful mix of functions. From here you can climb up to the bridge deck, and it also serves as one of the access points for the crew. The highlight, though, is the fold-down balcony.
This section of the bulwark drops to create a terrace directly off the saloon. The sliding doors open wide so the interior connects straight out to the sea. Under a bridge in Miami it may not be the most glamorous setting, but picture this in a quiet bay and it becomes a lovely spot to sit with a drink and enjoy the view.
A side door gives crew direct access into the galley, so they can come and go from the deck without needing to pass through guest areas.
Beyond that, the foredeck itself is kept clear for sunbathing. It is still a working zone of course, with the twin anchors and all the ground tackle laid out across the bow, but if you just want pure sunbathing space this is where you find it. Flat teak, solid rails and a wide open view straight ahead make it a simple but very effective part of the boat.
Bridge Deck Aft
Step out from the sky lounge and you come to the bridge deck aft, which is set up as a really sociable space. There is a good-sized dining table here with plenty of seating, and opposite you have room to add freestanding furniture if you want more flexibility. Alongside is a fully equipped bar with cooling space, storage and a barbecue, so everything is to hand for meals and drinks on deck.
Because the tender lives on this level, a crane is fitted to lift it in and out. Once the tender is launched, though, you are left with a big clear deck that can be dressed with loose furniture just as it is here. It means the area can work as tender stowage when you are travelling, or as an open entertaining deck when you are at anchor.
Sun Deck
The very top deck is the sun worshipper’s paradise. There is a fixed hardtop that gives shade if you want to sit and relax out of the sun, but the main draw is the hot tub right in the middle. It is a proper, good-sized tub with views all around, and it is an option most owners will go for.
Around it there is plenty of open deck for freestanding furniture or sunpads, so you can tailor the space to how you use it. A bar is built in as well, complete with sink, storage and refrigeration, and there is another television here too - this time it rises out of the counter.
Up here you get a real sense of height. Even among other large yachts, the 37L looks down across the decks below and out over the anchorage.
Access is through a watertight door from the crew area. Step inside and the first thing you notice is the sheer scale of the space. The MTUs are enormous at 2,600hp each, and there is loads of room around them. You have clear access down both sides, plenty of headroom above, and all the service points are easy to get to. These engines drive on conventional shafts. Flat out it will top out at about 23 knots, but go back to a displacement speed of around 10 knots and the range opens up to about 1,200nm.
Fuel capacity is 20,000 litres, so there is plenty of scope for extended cruising, and that flexibility means the yacht can cover ground quickly when needed or settle into efficient long-distance running.
The generators sit either side and are just as straightforward to reach, and the hydraulic pack for the thrusters is neatly positioned. Everything is well laid out and very accessible.
The compartment itself is finished to a high standard, with bright paintwork and proper lighting, so it feels ordered and professional. It is noisy in here, as you would expect, but the engineering is beautifully presented and clearly designed to make life easier for anyone maintaining the boat.
Our Verdict
The Ocean Alexander 37L shows just how much thought the yard and its designers have put into creating a boat of this size. The engineering feels strong, the interior is bright and welcoming, and there are plenty of clever details dotted around. The owner’s stateroom is definitely a highlight, and the sheer amount of storage and utility space makes the boat feel ready for extended cruising.
It is not a radical design, maybe some buyers will prefer the bolder lines of the Revolution series or a more contemporary interior style, but the 37L plays to Ocean Alexander’s strengths. It is a yacht that majors on comfort and quality of build.
Reasons to Buy
- Spacious owner cabin with panoramic windows
- Guest cabins can swap twins for doubles
- Galley feels like a proper household kitchen
Things to Consider
- Styling is more classic than adventurous
- Interior can feel a little segmented
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Rivals to Consider
The Maiora 36 Exuma takes a very different approach to the 37L. Instead of a steady semi-displacement hull, it runs on three MAN V12s with waterjet drives, so it will push to 32 knots and still cruise at 20. That makes it far quicker than the Ocean Alexander, though range at speed is much shorter, around 650 miles, only stretching out beyond a thousand if you throttle right back. Guest layout is similar with five cabins for ten people, and crew accommodation for five as well, but the feel is more contemporary. There is an upper deck “al fresco salon” and even a bow pool with netting, so the emphasis is on fast, fun cruising and outdoor living.
The Sanlorenzo SD118 is closer to the 37L in pace, topping out at about 19 knots, but its long-range cruising numbers are impressive - around 1,650 miles at 15 knots. Again there are five cabins for ten guests, but here crew space is for six rather than five, which adds a little more flexibility in how you run it. What really sets the SD118 apart, though, is the asymmetrical layout. It opens up more internal volume, carves out extra balconies and creates a private bow terrace off the master cabin. Along with a stern beach “island” that folds into the sea, it makes the Sanlorenzo the more theatrical design, while the Ocean Alexander sticks to classic lines and solid, practical detailing.
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Specifications
- Builder Ocean Alexander
- Range Legend
- Model 37L
- Length Overall 120' 5"
- Beam 24' 6"
- Draft 7' 3"
- Hull GRP
- Cabins 4
- Berths 6
- Crew 5
- Yacht Type (Primary) Superyacht
- Use Type (Primary) Cruising
- Max Speed 23 knots
- Engine Model 2x MTU 16V 2000 M94
- Engine HP 2637
- Engine economic speed 10 knots
- Engine max range (speed type) 3250 (nm)
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