Ask about the proposed pen and your use; the approved snapshot does not certify utility capacity or current amenity access.
Specify the connection
Tell the operator your shore-power requirement rather than asking only whether power exists. Ask about outlet type, capacity, metering, permitted leads and any inspection or isolation requirements.
Confirm potable-water availability at the actual berth and the marina’s rules for hose use. A general facilities list does not prove the proposed pen has the same setup.
- What power capacity and connector are at this exact berth?
- How are electricity and water charged?
- What equipment or inspection does the marina require?
Check amenity access by user type
Showers, laundry, toilets and Wi-Fi may be available to berth holders, visitors or only during particular hours. Ask for the access process and whether guests or crew are included.
If amenities are central to a long stay, inspect their location and condition. A recorded showers flag is a discovery aid, not a review or quality rating.
- Which facilities can my crew use?
- Are access codes, keys or office hours involved?
- Is laundry or Wi-Fi included or separately charged?
Connect facilities to your routine
A boat kept for weekend sailing may need reliable charging and easy water access. A visitor stop may prioritise showers and laundry. Write down the two or three services you will actually use.
Compare only marinas that meet your vessel fit and access needs, then use the service questions to distinguish them. Missing fields in a profile should trigger a question, not an assumption.
- Which services are essential rather than optional?
- Are they at the berth, elsewhere onsite or offsite?
- What happens if a utility is temporarily unavailable?
QUESTIONS ANSWERED
FAQs about this choice.
Does a marina listing prove shore power at every pen?
No. Ask for the outlet type, capacity and terms at the berth being offered to your boat.
Are showers always included with a berth?
Access and pricing vary by operator and stay type. Request current terms for the specific berth or visitor booking.
Can I rely on a Wi-Fi flag for working aboard?
No. Ask about current coverage, access and suitability for your needs; a source flag is not a service-level guarantee.
For more common questions, visit the marina berth FAQ.