Here she is, our flagship of the fleet, our first lady of the sea: Ambience. Derived from the French word for ‘surrounding’, our ambition at Ambassador is to create the optimum atmosphere onboard; one that brings out the best in each of us. The perfect ambience.
With an average 1,400-guest capacity and careful configuration, she offers both a feeling of spaciousness and freedom, whilst retaining that sense of intimacy and camaraderie we each crave; it’s whatever makes you comfortable.
- Size medium
- Style Resort
- Type ocean
- Year of launch 1991
- Year of last refit 2017
- Gross tonnage 70285t
- Length 245.0m
- Width 32.2m
- Speed 17kts
- Decks 11
- Language English
- Currency Pound Sterling (£)
- No. of passengers 1400
- No. of cabins 798
Ambassador Cruise Line is passionate about protecting our oceans and destinations, which is why their ships will exceed the latest environmental standards, including no single-use plastic on board and energy-efficient engines. They invite you to join them on their journey to a more sustainable industry with some of the most environmentally ships afloat.
For your greater convenience, we operate an automatic service charge and gratuity system whereby an amount of £6.00 per person per night (this amount reduces to £5.00 per person per night for cruises of 16 nights or more) is automatically added to your onboard account.
All service charges and gratuities are collated, so a portion goes to each crew member, who helps to make your cruise special. This is not only distributed to your cabin steward and your waiter or bar attendant but also between the hidden stars behind the scenes, such as laundry operatives and kitchen staff, who you might never get to meet in person.
If you notice an issue that makes you think twice about our service charge, be sure to speak with one of our Guest Services Team who will try to resolve the matter before a charge adjustment becomes necessary. Even if you had a negative experience with a particular employee, seriously consider whether it warrants removing your gratuities altogether, keeping in mind that because of one crew member the whole team is affected. Of course, if you want to also reward a crew member personally in addition for excellent service, feel free to do so!
If you purchase one of our Ambassador Drinks Packages, gratuities are also included. However, please note that the gratuity contribution cannot be removed from any of the packages.
Ambience offers a number of different accommodation grades, varying in size and deck locations, but no matter what cabin you choose, each is guaranteed with an impressive array of amenities and personal touches. All accommodation is equipped with a flat-screen TV, personal safe, hairdryer, fridge, tea and coffee facilities.
Cabins are generally graded according to size and/or position comprising 20 twin and single cabin categories to suit a wide range of pockets and tastes. Cabins are more spacious by today’s cruise ship standards averaging 17-18 square meters with cabin types broadly classified as standard, superior, premium or de-luxe. All cabins are air conditioned with en suite facilities including a shower and ample storage space with room under the beds to store most suitcases. Most suites also have a bath tub.
De Luxe Suite (DS)
Located on Ambassador Deck 11, there are 14 De Luxe Suites with a private balcony and sitting area located. They have twin beds which can be converted to double bed, and the majority have a single sofa bed that may accommodate a third guest. All suites offer en-suite facilities with bath and shower above, dressing area with ample storage space, 2 flat-screen televisions, hairdryer, fridge, tea & coffee making facilities and a personal safe. Cabin 11116 is equipped for guests with specific mobility limitations and their companions. This cabin is twin occupancy and has a shower only en-suite.
Junior Suite (JS)
Located on Ambassador Deck 11, there are 36 Junior Suites with a private balcony and sitting area. They have twin beds and a majority can be converted to double bed, and also have a double sofa/rollaway bed that may accommodate a third and/or fourth guest. All suites offer en-suite facilities with bath and shower above and large hanging and storage space. Cabins 11138 and 11139 are equipped for guests with specific mobility limitations and their companions. These cabins are twin occupancy and have a shower only en-suite.
Premium Balcony (16)
Located on Ambassador Deck 11, there are 26 Premium Balcony twin cabins and they can all be converted to a double bed.
Superior Plus Balcony (15)
Located mid-ship on Consulate Deck 10, there are 44 Superior Plus Balcony twin cabins and they can all be converted to a double bed.
Superior Plus Balcony Single (15S)
Located on Consulate Deck 10, There are 24 Superior Plus Balcony twin bedded cabins with a picture window ocean view that have been allocated for multi twin and single occupancy use.
Superior Balcony (14)
Located on Consulate Deck 10, there are 40 Superior Balcony twin cabins and they can all be converted to a double bed.
Premium Single Ocean View (12S)
Located on Ambience Deck 9, There are 16 Premium Balcony twin bedded cabins with a picture window ocean view that have been allocated for multi twin and single occupancy use.
Premium Ocean View (12)
Located mid ship on Ambience Deck 9, There are 50 Premium twin cabins with a picture window ocean view and they can all be converted to a double bed. Some have a third and/or fourth upper berth.
Superior Single Ocean View (10S)
Located on Consulate Deck 10, There are 22 Superior twin bedded cabins with a picture window ocean view that have been allocated for multi twin and single occupancy use.
Superior Plus Twin Ocean View (11)
Located on Ambience Deck 9, There are 34 Superior Plus twin cabins with a picture window ocean view. They can be converted to a double bed and some have a third and/ or fourth upper berth.
Superior Twin Ocean View (9)
Located on Ambience Deck 9, There are 56 Superior twin cabins with a picture window ocean view. They can all be converted to a double bed and some have a third and/or fourth upper berth. Cabins 9124 & 9126, 9125 & 9127 have an interconnecting door.
Standard Plus Twin Ocean View (8)
Standard Twin (7)
Located on Main Deck 6, There are 98 Standard twin cabins with a picture window ocean view and they can all be converted to a double bed. Some have a third and/ or fourth upper berth. Cabins 6126 & 6130, 6127 & 6131, 6170 & 6172, 6173 & 6175 have an interconnecting door.
Standard Twin Ocean View (6)
Located on Reception Deck 5, There are 78 Standard twin cabins with a picture window ocean view and the majority can be converted to a double bed. Some have a third and/or fourth upper berth. Cabins 5103, 5104, 5107 and 5108 have a fixed Queen bed. Cabins 5180 & 5182, 5183 & 5181 have an interconnecting door.
Standard Single Ocean View (6S)
Located on Aloe Deck 4, There are 14 Standard two berth cabins with a port hole ocean view that have been allocated for single occupancy use. They comprise one lower and one upper berth.
Standard Twin Ocean View (6C)
Located on Boat Deck 8, There are 16 Standard twin cabins with partially obstructed views and they can all be converted to a double bed. Some have a third and/or fourth upper berth.
Standard Twin (6B)
Located on Boat Deck 8, There are 12 standard twin cabins located on Deck 8 with fully obstructed views and the majority can be converted to a double bed. Cabins 8101, 8103, 8104 and 8106 are equipped for guests with specific mobility limitations and their companions.
Outside Single Guarantee
What is an Outside Cabin Guarantee?
These are our Entry Level Fares – Simply offering a guaranteed outside cabin (cats 6C-8) as standard, perfect for those who don’t mind where their cabin will be on the ship.
These great value fares give guests the freedom to customise with chargeable optional extras at any time ahead of their Ambassador cruise.*
*Cabin numbers are automatically allocated 72 hours prior to sailing and no cabin upgrades will be offered. The evening dinner sitting and table size will be assigned and confirmed once on board. For full terms and conditions please see our Booking Conditions.
Outside Guarantee
These are our Entry Level Fares – Simply offering a guaranteed outside cabin (cats 6C-8) as standard, perfect for those who don’t mind where their cabin will be on the ship.
These great value fares give guests the freedom to customise with chargeable optional extras at any time ahead of their Ambassador cruise.*
*Cabin numbers are automatically allocated 72 hours prior to sailing and no cabin upgrades will be offered. The evening dinner sitting and table size will be assigned and confirmed once on board. For full terms and conditions please see our Booking Conditions.
Premium Twin Inner (4)
Located on Ambassador Deck 11, There are 29 Premium twin inside cabins and they can all be converted to a double bed. Some have a third and/or fourth upper berth. Cabins 11202 & 11206, 11215 & 11209 are interconnecting. Cabins 11105, 11122, 11124, 11125 and 11129 are equipped for guests with specific mobility limitations and their companions.
Superior Twin Inner (3)
Located on Consulate Deck 10, There are 58 Superior twin inside cabins and they can all be converted to a double bed and most have a third and/or fourth upper berth. Cabins 10294 & 10298, 10299 & 10303 have an interconnecting door.
Superior Single Inside (3S)
Located on Consulate Deck 10, There are 13 Standard twin bedded cabins with a picture window ocean view that have been allocated for single occupancy use. Vary within the same category.
Standard Plus Twin (2)
Located on Ambience Deck 9 and Boat deck 8, There are 35 Standard twin inside cabins and they can be converted to a double bed. Some have a third and/or fourth upper berth. Cabin 8109 on Deck 8 is equipped for guests with specific mobility limitations and their companions.
Standard Twin Inner (1)
Located on Reception Deck 5 and Main Deck 6, There are 43 Standard twin inside cabins and they can all be converted to a double bed. They all have a third and/or fourth upper berth.
Inside Guarantee
These are our Entry Level Fares – Simply offering a guaranteed inside cabin (cats 1-4) as standard, perfect for those who don’t mind where their cabin will be on the ship.
These great value fares give guests the freedom to customise with chargeable optional extras at any time ahead of their Ambassador cruise.*
*Cabin numbers are automatically allocated 72 hours prior to sailing and no cabin upgrades will be offered. The evening dinner sitting and table size will be assigned and confirmed once on board. For full terms and conditions please see our Booking Conditions.
Inside Single Guarantee
What is an Inside Cabin Guarantee?
These are our Entry Level Fares – Simply offering a guaranteed inside cabin (cats 1-4) as standard, perfect for those who don’t mind where their cabin will be on the ship.
These great value fares give guests the freedom to customise with chargeable optional extras at any time ahead of their Ambassador cruise.*
*Cabin numbers are automatically allocated 72 hours prior to sailing and no cabin upgrades will be offered. The evening dinner sitting and table size will be assigned and confirmed once on board. For full terms and conditions please see our Booking Conditions.
Sun Deck (Deck 14)
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Observatory
- Big Screen
- Jogger’s & Walker’s Track
- Active Studio
Lido Deck (Deck 12)
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Bridge & Wheel House
- Coffee House
- Sea & Grass
- Pool
- Pool Bar
- Borough Market
- Saffron
- Alfresco Grill
- Ice Cream Shop
Consulate Deck (Deck 10)
- Self Service Laundry
- Consulate Bar
- Superior Plus Balcony
- Superior Plus Single Balcony
- Superior Balcony
- Superior Single
- Super Twin (Inner)
- Superior Single (Inner)
Ambassador Deck (Deck 11)
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Hot Tubs
- De Luxe Suites
- Super Junior Suite
- Premium Balcony
- Premium Single
- Premium Twin (Inner)
Ambience Deck (Deck 9)
- Premium Twin
- Superior Plus Twin
- Superior Twin
- Standard Plus Twin (Inner)
Boat Deck (Deck 8)
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The Palladium
- Bronte’s
- No 10
- The Purple Turtle Pub
- Standard Plus Twin
- Standard Twin (partially/fully obstructed)
- Standard Plus Twin (Inner)
Promenade Deck (Deck 7)
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Buckingham Restaurant
- Raffles Bar
- Botanical Lounge
- Internet Corner
- SW19
- Shopping Galleria
- The Palladium
- Photo Gallery
Main Deck (Deck 6)
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Ambassador Casino
- Tax & Duty Free Shop
- Aces & Eights
- Kapoor’s
- Standard Twin
- Standard Twin (Inner)
Reception Deck (Deck 5)
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Reception
- Future Cruise Desk
- Centre Court
- Destination Experiences
- Dicken’s
- Self Service Laundry
- Standard Twin
Aloe Deck (Deck 4)
- Medical Centre
- Standard Single
- Standard Single
- Standard Twin (Inner)
Wellness Deck (Deck 2)
- Wellness Centre
- Salon
- Gym
Buckingham Restaurant
Breakfast and lunch are generally served on an open seating basis, giving you and your appetite plenty of choice. With dinner, we operate two sittings, which can be requested when booking your cruise.
Sea & Grass
Enjoy a taste sensation at our speciality restaurant.
Chef's Table
Saffron
Borough Market
Located on Deck 12
Entertainment-wise, she really will spoil you for choice. Let your hair down at the Observatory and bring out your finest ensembles for The Palladium. Whether you like it shaken or stirred, she has numerous bars to whet your whistle, including Raffles Bar, Botanical Lounge, SW19 and The Purple Turtle Pub.
Dome Observatory & Nightclub
The stylish Observatory plays host to cabarets and the late-night disco. In addition, there are various entertainment options around the ship including our classical interludes.
Palladium
SW19
More information coming soon.
Raffle's Bar
More information coming soon.
Centre Court
There are six entertainment venues including the impressive three-decked central Atrium.
Botanical Lounge
More information coming soon.
The Observatory
More information coming soon.
The Purple Turtle Pub
Located on Deck 8.
Work out in the fully equipped gym, or book yourself in for a relaxing massage or beauty treatment in the well – appointed wellness centre. The Jogger’s & Walker’s Track is also there for you to enjoy panoramic views and when the weather is fine, there are two swimming pools and four hot tubs.
Health Requirements
Please check with your health care professional for up-to-date information on health and travel alerts from the countries you are visiting. It is the responsibility of guests to ensure that they comply with all health and vaccination requirements and are adequately protected. Our mandate will ensure the crew is vaccinated, and only vaccinated guests will be welcomed on board. Please note should you be exempt from receiving a COVID-19 vaccination for any reason, please contact our customer services team to discuss. Robust protocols will be in place onboard. The cruise line will also work closely with all destinations to adhere to local health guidelines and requirements.
Pool
The Pool can be found on Deck 12.
Green Sea Spa
Located on Deck 2.
Introducing Ambassador’s Enrichment Programme: a host of opportunities to learn, laugh, listen and surprise yourself as we sail alongside the world’s most inspiring sights. Our atmosphere is one where we can each express and embrace what makes us unique, together. So, how will you spend your time?
Maybe it’s learning something new with one of our guest lecturers or it’s asking a question of a celebrity speaker at our ‘In Conversation With’ sessions. Perhaps it’s setting free your inner creative with one of our arts and crafts specialists or it might be that in between wining, dining and dancing, you pay a visit to The Palladium for a priceless evening of comedy. We also have a peaceful library on board for you literary lovers and photography experts to help you capture and master those once-in-a-lifetime precious shots.
Theme Cruises
As well as offering adventure, we have a range of themed cruises that can allow you to explore, enjoy and even fall further in love with your passions and pastimes. If you are looking for more than just a holiday, want to meet like-minds, revel in your favourite things and expand your horizons, our range of themed cruise holidays let you do that whilst enjoying a trip around stunning cruise destinations. By day, you can hop off of the cruise ship to explore amazing ports of call and in the evenings and on sea days, a line-up of special guests including popular actors and personalities, amazing entertainment, themed parties, informative lectures, exclusive interviews and more will be scheduled to make sure no second of your holiday is dull.
Whilst onboard a themed cruise holiday, you can enjoy:
A star-studded line-up of amazing onboard guests including cultural icons, experts, lecturers and some of the best entertainers in the world.
‘An audience with…’ nights with amazing celebrity speakers and performers talking about their life experiences and specialist fields.
Live Q&As where you can ask our special guests your questions to learn more about your favourite topics or their careers.
Exclusive interviews with our guests where you can learn more about them, with stories and anecdotes not shared anywhere else.
Amazing shows and performances from legends, which are sure to give you an evening of entertainment unlike anything else on the seas.
From comedy cruises with line-ups sure to make you laugh to exploration cruises with guests including amazing explorers and voyagers, whether you want to let your hair down or learn more about our world, you can do so on a themed cruise holiday from Ambassador.