American buyers may buy a lot of superyachts, but when it comes to building them, the list has shortened - Washington State being the main exception. That’s where Westport has been quietly turning out yachts since 1964.
This is the new W117, making its world debut at the 2025 Palm Beach Boat Show. It steps in to replace the long-running 112, but if you think you’ve already got Westport figured out, this one might change your mind. There’s more going on here than first impressions suggest.
Westport W117 Key Facts
- LOA 35.76m
- Model Year 2025
- Cabins 5
- Crew 5
- Max Speed 35 knots
- Status In Production
- Yacht Type Superyacht
- Use Type Cruising
- Vessel M/Y Priceless
Review Video
The Westport W117 builds on the foundation laid by the established 112, a model widely recognised for its practical layout, reliable performance, and owner-friendly design. While the W117 stays true to Westport’s semi-custom build philosophy and commercial-grade engineering, it introduces a series of measured updates that sharpen these.
Construction remains vacuum-infused composite moulding, with hull and superstructure built for consistency and strength at the yard in Washington State. The structure has been revised around a new hull form to accommodate an SCR unit, meeting Tier III emissions standards. That adjustment brings gains in volume and extends the range to around 2,500nm at 12 knots, with power still coming from twin Caterpillar C32s, pushing the yacht to a top speed of roughly 24 knots.
The layout is where things take a noticeable step forward. The full-beam owner’s suite has moved up to the main deck, gaining large side windows that bring in light and create a more open, relaxed feel than the below-deck arrangement found on the 112. Below, there are four additional guest cabins, including a flexible fifth that can be used as a twin with Pullmans or a gym or study. The crew quarters have also been improved with three cabins, a mess, and better separation from guest areas.
The increase in interior volume is felt most in the main saloon and dining area, where a wider beam, larger windows, and lighter finishes shift the tone away from the heavier, wood-panelled interiors of earlier builds. The styling is clean, the lines are high and open, and the mood is modern. Neutral fabrics, different detailing, and a brighter material palette give it a more contemporary look.
Equipment levels have stepped up as well. Features that were once optional on the 112 are now standard. The two-level flybridge includes a hot tub and bar, while at the stern, there’s a beach club area with direct sea access. The yacht is stabilised by both fins and Seakeeper gyros, improving comfort at anchor. Navigation, entertainment, and service systems are all factory-fitted, so each yacht is delivered ready to go - no post-delivery outfitting required.
In terms of profile, the W117 keeps the raised pilothouse and clean superstructure lines that mark it out as a Westport. But the focus has clearly shifted to meet new demands - better light, more outdoor living, sharper crew separation, and increased interior adaptability.
The W117 hasn't completely reinvented the brand. Instead, it preserves what’s already familiar, bringing Westport’s long-standing reputation for American build quality and ease of ownership into line with modern expectations. For loyal Westport clients, it’s a natural next step. For new buyers, it offers a smart, capable yacht that balances proven thinking with thoughtful evolution.
Step through the Star Trek-style sliding doors and into the main deck interior, and here’s where things take a turn from what Westport fans might expect. The yard has long been known for a more traditional, heavier interior style - but not here. The space feels bright, fresh, and very unexpectedly modern. There's even a touch of European influence in the decor.
There’s some clear purpose behind the style. Big storage units sit on both sides, housing glassware, crockery, and cutlery, all included as part of the package. It’s a turnkey setup, ready for service the moment you step aboard. The dining area can be positioned forward or aft - this layout places it aft, which works well for keeping it connected to the cockpit.
The styling throughout adds a bit of personality without going overboard. There are some bold decorative details dotted about, plus a smart mix of sofas and deep armchairs, arranged around the TV. A well-placed reading light above softens the space even more. Thanks to the oversized windows, the whole salon is flooded with natural light, and the views out are excellent.
Forward lies one of the more unexpected features for a yacht of this type - a family-style galley, something not often seen on European builds. It’s designed less like a traditional crew-only workspace and more like an actual kitchen you’d find at home. There's a clear sense here that owners and crew might operate in a more relaxed, familiar dynamic, with space to share rather than separate.
A built-in breakfast nook sits just off the main prep area - nice for a chat while food’s being prepped. It’s an open-plan layout, and thanks to the sliding doors, the space can stay open and connected to the outside, encouraging people to drift in, grab a drink or snack.
The central island adds to the sense of volume, with generous counter space, a full Sub-Zero fridge, freezer drawers, and extraction above the cooking zone. It’s all links forward to the crew area as well.
Owner's Cabin
The owner's cabin opens with a good sized, almost full-beam walk-in wardrobe. The main space itself is bright, helped by large windows that frame the view perfectly from the bed. Underfoot, the carpet feels soft and plush, and the finish throughout feels cohesive.
The decor here is more subdued than in the guest cabins below - toned-down but still detailed, with swirl-pattern fixtures and indirect lighting. There’s a dedicated space for a large TV and sound bar, positioned for watching in bed, and an iPad control panel to manage the AV independently. A chaise longue sits beneath the window, and there’s additional storage opposite.
The bathroom layout is a bit different from the norm - there’s a shared central shower, large enough to feel spacious, either side are two identical toilet and sink compartments. If you're feeling particularly sociable, you can both sit across from each other and wave.
Guest Accommodation
Down on the lower deck, the guest accommodation is arranged around a central corridor, starting with a storage area at the base of the stairs. It’s likely to be used by the crew - like for keeping towels, linens and other bits close to hand.
Amidships are two nearly identical double cabins, with another one aft. They’re nicely finished, with a bit of variation in tone - two are a bit brighter and colourful, the other slightly moodier in feel - but all offer the same features. There’s generous headroom, large beds, broad bedside tables and AV integration - including ceiling speakers and wall-mounted TVs. Each cabin has a private bathroom with a separate shower cubicle, decent storage and enough space to feel properly comfortable.
For storage, there are wardrobes behind the bathroom doors, plus drawer units - and the cabins as a whole are bright and comfortable.
Adjacent to these is a more flexible space - what Westport describes as a room of many possibilities. It’s been designed with additional headroom, so if it becomes a gym, there’s enough clearance for a treadmill or other kit without risking a cracked forehead. It’s also fitted with Pullman berths, which can be folded down for extra sleeping capacity, or swapped out entirely for a permanent double. There’s a bathroom in place too, and this space has a direct connection to the crew area, giving it even more potential as a multi-purpose cabin, office or wellness space depending on how it’s configured.
Crew Area
At the aft end of the space is the crew mess, fitted with a large fridge and freezer, sink, and coffee machine, so essentials are covered without needing to head up to the galley. There’s a big screen here too, giving the team a proper space to unwind.
Next to the mess are two identical bunk cabins, each with twin berths and a private bathroom. Further aft, the captain’s cabin is larger, featuring a double bed, wall-mounted TV, desk behind the door, and a private bathroom with a separate shower cubicle, something often overlooked in crew cabins.
Laundry facilities include two washers and two dryers, offering more than enough capacity for extended cruising. And although the engine room sits further aft, the crew can monitor it remotely via camera feeds, giving them full visibility from the lower deck without needing to be physically present.
A dedicated staircase leads up to the galley, ensuring the crew can move between decks easily - either through guest spaces or via service routes.
In the raised pilothouse, the first thing that stands out is the sheer size of it. For a yacht of this length, the depth and open floor area are amazing - just huge, with plenty of room to move around without feeling boxed in. There’s a single helm chair fitted here, though the layout clearly can allow for a second if specified. The glazing is vast, with deep windshields that provide a clear, elevated view - not peering through a letterbox, but looking cleanly out over the brow of the deck below.
Visibility from the central helm seat is excellent, and the controls are built into the armrest, so you can stay seated and still manage the entire suite of screens. Navigation, radar, engine room cameras, digital switching - it’s all here. The control modules are retractable, hidden until needed. With a touch of the top-mounted slider, everything tucks away neatly - keeping the area uncluttered and protected from wandering hands when not being used.
The helm has ZF throttles attached to a pair of 2,200 hp Caterpillar engines, giving a top speed of 25 knots. Ease it back to 12 knots, and you’re looking at a range of around 2,500 nautical miles. So there’s proper cruising flexibility here - capable of long passages at displacement speeds, or pushing on in the low 20s when needed.
Stability is taken seriously too - it’s a belt-and-braces with twin Seakeeper 35s for zero-speed work, and Naiad fins taking over under way. There's also the way this space functions socially. It’s likely that owners, guests, and crew will gather here when the boat’s on passage - particularly on long trips or in less-than-perfect conditions. The generous layout invites people to sit up front and enjoy the ride together. There’s still a full wrap of displays visible from the aft end of the space, and on a day like this, the view is superb. The interior’s kept purposefully dark to reduce glare, but there’s a splash of colour from the surfboard on the wall.
Flybridge Helm
One of the benefits of the raised pilothouse design is how close the upper helm is. On a good day, it’s an easy place to take the controls and enjoy the view. But while the location works, the helm itself does feel a bit behind the times. For a new build, it seems like a ten-year-old designed helm.
That said, electronics are owner-specified, so what's fitted here could easily be swapped for Garmin, Simrad or Raymarine. As it stands, this is a stripped-back version of the lower bridge - a couple of screens, traditional throttle and thruster controls, and a small, old-school wheel. The helm seats are adjustable and the helm is flanked by generous seating to keep the skipper company.
There are also twin wing stations to port and starboard, giving the skipper clear lines of sight when coming alongside. Each one folds away using a straightforward push-and-lock mechanism.
Calling it a beach club might be a stretch, but it’s still a nice area to have at the stern. The hatch mechanism is particularly well engineered as when closed, there’s still a separate door built in, so access doesn’t always require lifting the full structure.
Inside, there’s a shower, integrated lighting and speakers, plus a shaded seating area built into the deck recess. The area also includes a fridge, sink, and ice maker, all right at the waterline, so it’s fully prepped for swimming, lounging, and quick access to cold drinks or kit.
There’s also a bathroom within the engine room, just a few steps away. And over on one side - not something you see every day - there’s a mini fuel station built in. A dedicated petrol tank means the tender can be refuelled directly from the stern.
Cockpit
To port, the cockpit opens with a dedicated bar area, topped with a distinctive blue glass surface that adds a subtle flash of colour. There are pop-up lights built in, which lift automatically to provide ambient glow in the evenings, and beneath the counter, there’s a fridge and ice maker tucked neatly away.
This is very much classic Westport territory - a well-covered cockpit with plenty of breeze and shade, making it a comfortable spot for lunch even in peak heat. The deck space is wide open, giving you proper room to move around, and there’s a TV mounted overhead that folds down when needed, positioned so guests in the aft seating area can sit back and watch.
On the starboard side, stairs lead up to the flybridge, and just beside them is the access point to the engine room.
Side Decks & Foredeck
There’s a fair bit happening along the side decks, which wrap around to the foredeck and offer full walkaround access. Side doors on both sides allow you to close off the cockpit, which is useful for stopping the breeze funnelling in during lunch. Just below, side gates on either side and a carbon fibre gangplank makes boarding easy when moored side-to.
There’s heavy-duty mooring gear, though it sits right at foot height - so barefoot wandering might lead to stubbed toes. Further forward are a pair of sliding doors. One opens into the passageway just aft of the owner’s cabin, while the other leads straight into the galley.
Up at the foredeck, there’s a pronounced flare to the bow, which looks the part and should help when pushing through heavier seas. The main deck runs quite a long way forward to accommodate the owner’s cabin, so there isn’t a huge amount of guest space up here. There is a bench positioned to catch the evening sun, but compared with rivals that offer full sunpads and tables up front, this area is fairly minimalist.
It’s more of a working deck though than a lounging zone, with laid-out mooring gear, twin anchors, and the central bell all in place. Nicely detailed, very purposeful but not built around guest use.
Flybridge
Aft on the flybridge, the main living area stretches out beneath the hardtop. Forward, there’s a raised seating area - a relaxed spot for drinks and snacks, but also well placed for guests to sit while underway and stay close to the helm. Just behind, still under cover, is a split servery setup - cooking and prep on one side, bar on the other.
The galley section includes a grill, wine cooler, fridge and sink - all integrated. From here, there's a clear line of sight down to the mezzanine deck, giving whoever's on cooking duty a connection to anyone enjoying the tub below.
The hot tub itself is placed in the centre of the deck, in between wide, symmetrical steps - these steps also hide plenty of storage beneath. Further aft, the deck opens into a flat lounging area with another bar counter detail and pop-up lighting, echoing the design touches from the main deck.
A crane is installed for handling a 5.2m (17ft) tender, which can be stored when needed. With the tender offloaded, this becomes a wide open space for sunbathing or entertaining. There’s also a sail-style awning system that clips in to provide full overhead shade. A curved staircase aft leads directly down to the cockpit and onward to the engine room.
There are a couple of ways into the engine room - one via the main staircase near the cockpit, and the other through a watertight door at the back of the beach club. Heading down from the staircase leads first into the lazarette, where a side passage connects back to the beach club entry.
This area houses the shore power conversion units, and just beyond is a dedicated engineering workspace. Benches, tools, a vice, and worktop storage are all clearly laid out and maintained. There’s also a separate air-conditioned technical room, which holds equipment like the Glendinning auto-retracting shore power cable.
Through a huge watertight door, you enter the engine room proper - and it’s a standout space. There’s an impressive amount of room between the twin Caterpillar engines, with plenty of headroom to move about. On either side as you step in, you’ll find Spot Zero water makers, which produce filtered water for cleaning. That means no streaks or mineral marks during washdowns - a very real time-saver for the crew.
Power is handled by twin 80kW generators, which can run in parallel, though the captain notes that a single unit is usually more than enough to cover all systems - including both twin Seakeepers and fins. The forward bulkhead keeps things simple with clearly marked fuel switchovers, and there are twin fuel filters with a manual crossover if one becomes blocked.
Westport’s experience in commercial shipbuilding shows in the engine room - you can see it in the layout, access, and depth of engineering.
Our Verdict
This was my first look at a Westport, and the W117 completely overturned all expectations. The assumption was it would lean heavily into the traditional American style - a bit formal, a bit heavy-handed inside. But that’s not the case here. The interior is surprisingly fresh - bright, modern and impressively spacious.
Yes, the exterior keeps a classic Westport silhouette, but inside, it feels far more contemporary than anticipated. What stands out most is the sense that this is a well-rounded, turnkey package - a yacht clearly designed to work as a family cruiser, ready to go from day one.
Reasons to Buy
- Bright interior
- Family-style galley
- Spacious engine room
- Turnkey fit-out
Things to Consider
- Dated upper helm
- Bare foredeck
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Rivals to Consider
Compared to the Westport W117’s 5-cabin layout for 10 guests, the Gulf Craft Majesty 111 edges ahead on capacity, accommodating 12 guests across 6 cabins. That extra cabin makes it a more appealing option for owners looking to host larger family groups or entertain more guests overnight. While the W117 focuses on refined luxury and includes a standout master suite with his-and-hers en suite, walk-in wardrobe, and sofa, the Majesty 111 offers greater volume for those who prioritise numbers over layout. It also features a striking skylounge with near-panoramic glazing - a design that brings in natural light and elevates the feel of the upper deck.
The Gulf Craft Majesty 110 also offers six cabins for 14 guests, placing it ahead of the W117 in terms of sleeping capacity. Its shallow draft is another practical advantage, giving it access to cruising grounds that may be off-limits to deeper-hulled yachts like the W117. Both yachts lean into flexibility and family-oriented design, though the W117’s guest cabins each having their own en suite bathrooms and the more private master layout offer a more premium onboard experience for smaller groups. A standout feature here is the open-plan beach club aft, which connects straight to the water - an ideal setup for relaxed days at anchor.
If outright performance is the priority, the Maiora 35 Exuma leaves the W117 behind. It delivers a cruising speed of 28 knots and tops out at 33 knots, compared to the W117’s steady 20 knots. The Maiora also features a shallow draft, increasing its versatility in tighter cruising areas. The trade-off is in style and use case - while the Maiora is built for speed and agility, the W117 focuses on a smoother, more relaxed ride, prioritising stability and onboard comfort. The Maiora’s bold use of floor-to-ceiling windows in the main saloon adds a dramatic connection to the sea - something not all performance yachts manage this well.
The Sanlorenzo SL118 is another speed-forward yacht, cruising at 26 knots - still notably quicker than the W117. It suits owners who want to get places fast, while the W117 caters more to those who prefer enjoying the passage. Both yachts deliver comfort, but the W117 leans toward long, steady cruising over sportier handling. Sanlorenzo’s customisation ethos also gives the SL118 an edge for owners wanting a more tailored interior layout and finish.
Finally, the Moonen Martinique 112 matches the W117’s spirit of long-range cruising but offers more interior volume, with a gross tonnage of 334GT - the largest of the yachts compared here. While both yachts offer well-appointed interiors, the Moonen’s extra space may appeal to those placing a premium on internal comfort and storage. Its standout feature is the refined Dutch styling throughout - clean lines, subtle detailing, and a calm, contemporary interior that doesn’t shout but impresses quietly. The W117 still holds its own with smart layout and high build quality, but the Martinique edges ahead in sheer size and finish.
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Specifications
- Builder Westport Yachts
- Model Westport W117
- Length Overall 35.76m
- Beam 7.67m
- Draft 1.93m
- Hull GRP
- Cabins 5
- Berths 7
- Crew 5
- Yacht Type (Primary) Superyacht
- Use Type (Primary) Cruising
- Cruising Speed
- Max Speed
- Engine Model 2x Caterpillar C32 ACERT E03 - U.S. EPA Tier 3 and IMO Tier II/III
- Engine HP 1925
- Engine economic speed 12 knots
- Engine max range (speed type) 2500 (nm)
Available Stock
Westport Yachts
M/Y P*****36m Westport W117
2025
2 x Caterpillar 1,900hp
Features: Stabilisers, Beach Club, Aircon
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