It’s All Inclusive as standard, and packs in a range of restaurants, bars and lounges, as well as plenty of state-of-the-art entertainment. It’s fitted with heaps of family-friendly facilities and activities, too, so you’ll always find something to do. Here’s a breakdown of some of the ship’s stand-out features:
• Minigolf course
• Rock-climbing wall
• Game-filled kids’ club
• Pool deck, complete with whirlpool baths
• Beauty salon, spa and gym
• Nightclub and casino
- Size large
- Style Classic
- Type ocean
- Year of launch 1996
- Year of last refit 2016
- Gross tonnage 69130t
- Length 264.0m
- Width 32.0m
- Speed 24kts
- Decks 11
- Language English
- Currency Pound Sterling (£)
- No. of passengers 1830
- No. of crew 753
- No. of cabins 918
- -wheelchair access 12
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- Air conditioning
- Tea and coffee-making facilities
- A hairdryer
- A flatscreen TV
- Wardrobe space
- A safe
Royal Suite
The most luxurious cabin measures up at a huge 92m², and sleeps up to 4. It comes with a separate living room with a sofa-bed, a bedroom with a king-size bed, and an en suite with a WC and a shower. Swish extras come in the form of a baby grand piano and a whirlpool bath. Expect plenty of light courtesy of glass doors that open onto a balcony. You’ll find the Royal Suite on Deck 8. Our Royal Suite is getting a full refurbishment in November 2022. The first picture shows the planned appearance after the refurb, the other pictures show the cabins for sailings up to October 2022. Please note, as the first picture shows the planned appearance, your cabin may differ in décor, design and size. This cabin comes with Premier Service. Extras include:
- Breakfast in bed once a week
- A free pressing service that means you’ll look your best for the Dress to Impress night.
Junior Suite
Junior Suites on Deck 8 sleep up to 4. They’ve got twin beds that can convert into a queen-size double bed, and a sitting area, as well as a bathroom with a WC and shower over a bath, and a balcony. If there are 4 of you, you’ll also get a sofa-bed. These cabins measure around 21m². Our Junior Suites are getting a full refurbishment in November 2022, if you are travelling after this time there'll be a walk-in shower instead of a bath. The first picture shows the planned appearance after the refurb, the other pictures show the cabins for sailings up to October 2022. Please note, as the first picture shows the planned appearance, your cabin may differ in décor, design and size. This cabin comes with Premier Service. Extras include:
- Breakfast in bed once a week
- A free pressing service that means you’ll look your best for the Dress to Impress night.
Grand Suite
The Grand Suites on Deck 8 have twin beds that can convert into a queen-size double bed, and a sitting area with a sofa-bed, and can sleep 4 people. You’ll get a bathroom with a WC and a shower over a bath. There’s a balcony for admiring the sea views, too. Grand Suites measure 32m². Our Grand Suites are getting a full refurbishment in November 2022 if you are travelling after this time there'll be a walk-in shower instead of a bath. The first picture shows the planned appearance after the refurb, the other pictures show the cabins for sailings up to October 2022. Please note, as the first picture shows the planned appearance, your cabin may differ in décor, design and size. This cabin comes with Premier Service. Extras include:
- Breakfast in bed once a week
- A free pressing service that means you’ll look your best for the Dress to Impress night.
Family Suite
The Deck 8 Family Suites sleep 7 people, and have 2 separate rooms – one with twin beds that convert into a queen-size double bed if needed and another with a fold-down bed. There are 2 bathrooms, one with a shower and one with a bath. Plus, you’ve got a living area with a double sofa bed. The cabins – which cover around 40m2 – also come with a chalkboard wall, a PS4 games console and a balcony. Our Family Suites are getting a full refurbishment in November 2022. The first picture shows the planned appearance after the refurb, the other pictures show the cabins for sailings up to October 2022. Please note, as the first picture shows the planned appearance, your cabin may differ in décor, design and size. This cabin comes with Premier Service. Extras include:
- Breakfast in bed once a week
- A free pressing service that means you’ll look your best for the Dress to Impress night.
Family Junior Suite
This cabin sits on deck 8 and sleeps 6. It’s got one bedroom with twin beds, and a living area with a double sofa-bed and twin beds that convert into a queen-size double bed if needed, as well as an en suite with a WC and a shower. A private balcony with double doors comes as standard. The cabin measures around 39 m². Our Family Junior Suites are getting a full refurbishment in November 2022. The first picture shows the planned appearance after the refurb, the other pictures show the cabins for sailings up to October 2022. Please note, as the first picture shows the planned appearance, your cabin may differ in décor, design and size. This cabin comes with Premier Service. Extras include:
- Breakfast in bed once a week
- A free pressing service that means you’ll look your best for the Dress to Impress night.
Executive Suite
There are 5 Executive Suites, which sleep 4, and come with a separate living area with a queen-size sofa-bed, a queen-size bed, and an en suite with a WC, shower and bath. You can soak up the sea views from the comfort of your private balcony – it’s got glass doors, which let in plenty of light. Executive Suites are spacious, measuring in at 47m². Our Executive Suites are getting a full refurbishment in November 2022. The first picture shows the planned appearance after the refurb, the other pictures show the cabins for sailings up to October 2022. Please note, as the first picture shows the planned appearance, your cabin may differ in décor, design and size. This cabin comes with Premier Service. Extras include:
- Breakfast in bed once a week
- A free pressing service that means you’ll look your best for the Dress to Impress night.
Deluxe Balcony Cabin
These cabins are on decks 6 and 7, and have twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed, a sitting area, an en suite with a WC and a shower, and a balcony. They cover around 15 to 16 m² and if there are 4 of you, you’ll also get a sofa-bed. Our Deluxe Balcony Cabins are getting a full refurbishment in November 2022. The first picture shows the planned appearance after the refurb, the other pictures show the cabins for sailings up to October 2022. Please note, as the first picture shows the planned appearance, your cabin may differ in décor, design and size.
Deluxe Cabin
These cabins are on Decks 7 and 8, and come with the bonus of a floor-to-ceiling window. You’ll sleep on twin beds, which can also convert into a queen-size double bed, and have use of a sitting area with a sofa-bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. Deluxe Cabins sleep up to 4 and measure a little over 20m². Our Deluxe Cabins are getting a full refurbishment in November 2022. The first picture shows the planned appearance after the refurb, the other pictures show the cabins for sailings up to October 2022. Please note, as the first picture shows the planned appearance, your cabin may differ in décor, design and size.
Balcony Cabin
Balcony Cabins are on Deck 6, and feature a set of twin beds that can convert into a queen-size double bed. You can also expect a sitting area, an en suite with a WC and a shower, and a balcony. These cabins sleep 2, and are between 13 and 14m². Deluxe Balcony Cabins are also available. Our Balcony Cabins are getting a full refurbishment in November 2022. The first picture shows the planned appearance after the refurb, the other pictures show the cabins for sailings up to October 2022. Please note, as the first picture shows the planned appearance, your cabin may differ in décor, design and size.
Outside Cabin
These Outside cabins can be found on Decks 2 and 3, and have a picture window or porthole. They feature twin beds that convert into a queen-size double bed, a sitting area with a sofa, and an en suite with a WC and a shower. These sleep 2 to 4 people and measure 14m². Our 3 and 4-berth cabins have upper berths that fold down for extra sleeping space. Single Cabins are also available.
Inside Plus Cabin
You get a set of twin beds that convert into a queen-size double bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. You’ll find these cabins on Decks 7 and 8, they sleep 2 people and measure 15m². Our 4 berth cabins come with fold down beds. Our Inside Plus Cabins are getting a full refurbishment in November 2022. The first picture shows the planned appearance after the refurb, the other pictures show the cabins for sailings up to October 2022. Please note, as the first picture shows the planned appearance, your cabin may differ in décor, design and size.
Inside Cabin
These cabins can be found on Decks 2 and 3, and sleep up to 4 people. You’ll get twin beds that convert into a queen-size double bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. Deck 2/3 Inside Cabins cover 12m². Our 3 and 4-berth cabins have upper berths that fold down for extra sleeping space, please note they are accessed by a ladder. Single Cabins are also available. Inside Cabins on decks 7 and 8 are getting a full refurbishment in November 2022. The first picture shows the planned appearance after the refurb, the other pictures show the cabins on decks 6 & 7 for sailings up to October 2022 and cabins on decks 2,3 and 6 which are not part of the refurbishment. Please note, as the first picture shows the planned appearance, your cabin may differ in décor, design and size.
Single Outside
These are on decks 3, and accommodate solo travellers. A picture window or porthole offers sea views, and the cabin is kitted out with twin beds that convert into a queen-size double bed, a sitting area with a sofa, and an en suite with a WC and a shower. These cabins measure 14 m².
Single Inside
These are on decks 3, and accommodate solo travellers. The cabin is kitted out with twin beds that convert into a queen-size double bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. These cabins measure 12 m².
Deck 11
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Kora La
- Sushi Bar
- Bar Eleven
- Surf and Turf Steakhouse
Deck 10
- The Wall
- Minigolf
- Jogging Track
- Deck Bar
- Baby Centre
- Gamer Zone
- M Club
- Hideout
- Observatory Deck
Deck 9
- The Veranda
- Oceans Spa & Beauty Salon
- Oceans Gym
- The Glass House
- Indoor Pool
- Snack Shack
- Whirlpools
- Main Pool
- Movies by Moonlight
- Deck Bar
- Islands
Deck 8
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Royal Suite
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Executive Suites
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Family Suites
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Family Junior Suite
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Grand Suites
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Junior Suites
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Deluxe Cabins
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Inside Plus Cabins
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Inside Cabins
Deck 7
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Deluxe Cabins
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Deluxe Balcony Cabins
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Inside Plus Cabins
- Adapted Inside Cabins
- Inside Cabins
Deck 6
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The Coffee Port
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Balcony Cabin
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Deluxe Balcony Cabins
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Inside Cabins
Deck 5
- Gallery 47°
- Destination Services
- Photo Gallery
- Reception
- Broad Street Shops
- Squid and Anchor
Deck 4
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Broadway Show Lounge
- 47°
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Atrium
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Atrium Bar
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Live Room
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Live Casino
Deck 3
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Outside Cabins
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Single Outside Cabins
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Inside Cabins
- Single Inside Cabins
Deck 2
- Outside Cabins
- Inside Cabins
- Adapted Inside Cabin
- Single Outside Cabin
Dining-wise, there are eight eateries for you to choose from, including the main restaurant, 47°, which is spread across two stories, and three speciality eateries which serve everything from Mediterranean to Asian cuisine. Two of the latter are on the top deck, so the sea views are some of the best on the ship. There are plenty of between-meal options, too, including the Snack Shack, which serves things like burgers, hotdogs and fries throughout the day. If it’s cakes and pastries you’re yearning for, 47° also hosts The Great Musical Afternoon Tea every week – all of the food here’s themed after a famous musical.
Gallery 47°
You’ll find this trendy Italian restaurant on the second floor of the main dining room. It’s a laidback place, with no cover charge, and its designer look features a colour scheme inspired by the sunset.
Islands
Big buffet spreads are laid out in this restaurant, with show-cooking stations on-hand to offer things like breakfast omelettes, and carvery roasts in the evening. You can grab snacks in between meals, too.
47°
The main restaurant is a big, stylish venue, finished in the colours of the sand and the sea. The modern menu consists of home favourites and international flavours, and meals come with a side-order of sea views, thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows. It also hosts The Great Musical Afternoon Tea, for an extra charge. This weekly event brings the West End to Marella Cruises, with dishes inspired by famous musicals – like the ‘Vietnamese Melody’ beef tenderloin yakitori and the ‘On My Own’ petit choux. There are six teas to choose from, as well as a cocktail of your choice. Plus, the whole place is decorated with show posters and memorabilia.
The Glass House
This place has a split personality, but for all the right reasons. By day, it deals in deli-style light bites and freshly squeezed juices. Come sundown, the venue turns into a casual restaurant with a tapas-style menu. Plus, you can try our World Skewers for an extra charge
Snack Shack
Festival food stalls and iconic British beach huts provided the inspiration for this grab ‘n’ go eatery. That means you can pick up things like bacon butties for breakfast, and sweet chilli chicken wings, salads and focaccia sandwiches in the afternoon.
Kora La
In our signature pan-Asian speciality restaurant, you'll find dishes created by renowned chef Ian Pengelley such as his duck and watermelon salad. The menu covers off south and east Asia, featuring dishes like Indian spiced king prawns, and Indonesian beef rendang curry. A sushi bar is on hand as well. There’s a charge to dine here and we recommend you make a reservation. an appearance onboard Marella Discovery. You'll find dishes created by renowned chef Ian Pengelley such as his duck and watermelon salad. The menu covers off south and east Asia, featuring dishes like Indian spiced king prawns, and Indonesian beef rendang curry. A cover charge applies for dining here, and you’ll need to make a reservation.
Surf & Turf Steakhouse
As its name suggests, this à la carte eatery specialises in the likes of marbled steaks and meaty lobster tails. You’ve also got other meat and fish options, as well as plenty to satisfy a vegetarian palate. There’s a charge to dine here and we recommend you make a reservation.
Sushi Bar
Spicy tuna rolls, salmon sashimi and seabass nigiri are all on the menu at this sushi bar, which is tucked inside Kora La. Plus, you can wash it down with beers from all over Asia – think Tiger, Cobra and Singha. There’s a charge to dine here and we recommend you make a reservation.
The Coffee Port
This contemporary coffeehouse is perfect for enjoying a Lavazza cappuccino and a slice of cake while you recharge your batteries. You’ll also find a library and a selection of board games. Please note, the drinks from the menu here are only included as part of the Premium All Inclusive package.
Room Service
Feeling peckish but don’t want to leave the comfort of your cabin? Take a look at our room service menu. You can order all sorts of snacks and drinks, from triple-stacked club sandwiches to steaming cups of hot chocolate.
Whether you like a tipple before your tea, a post-dinner drink, or a night-cap cocktail, there are six bars for you to kick back in. Plus, there’s the Broadway Show Lounge, where you can sit down and take in a variety of West-End-worthy music and dance shows. If you’d prefer to spend your evenings playing blackjack and roulette, the Live Casino is just the ticket. Head to the pool deck, meanwhile, and you can catch our al fresco Movies by Moonlight screenings.
Live Room
As the flagship watering hole, this venue houses our biggest selection of on-tap beers. Expect the atmosphere to build pace as the hours draw in – evenings might start with the sounds of our signature yellow piano, and end with the sounds of dance-floor classics.
Live Casino
The stylish casino is open until late, and features electronic roulette, blackjack tables and fruit machines. If you’re a beginner, ask the croupiers about getting some lessons in. You’ve also got the entertainment – and the bar – in the Live Room to accompany you while you’re having a flutter. Charges apply here.
Broadway Show Lounge
Plush seating and an 800-plus capacity give this main entertainment venue professional credentials. The show calendar has everything from glitzy performances to modern dance numbers. Expect nightly performances from the talented show team, with dazzling costumes and high-energy acts. Marella fly top guest acts over to perform on board, too.
Bar Eleven
A position on the highest point on deck 11 – where the bar gets its name from – means that drinks in this lounge come with the ship’s best sea views. It’s a contemporary cocktail bar by evening, transforming into a late-night disco as the hours pass.
The Atrium
The heart of each ship is taken over by a spectacular five-storey atrium. Think panoramic windows, mood lighting, and Willy Wonka-esque glass lifts. Low-key entertainment is held here, with an agenda that includes cabaret performances and cocktails with the Captain.
Atrium Bar
Grab a seat – and a glass of bubbles – at this classy bar, and you’ll have a great view of the entertainment in the atrium.
Squid and Anchor
If you’re craving a taste of home, our pub at sea should do the trick. It’s a modern take on a typical British boozer and, as such, you can expect entertainment like pub quizzes and game shows.
Breakout Challenge
In this real-life room escape game, you’ll need to work as a team to find clues and solve puzzles before the time runs out. A charge applies here.
Photo Gallery & Pure Portrait Studio
Call in at the Photo Gallery to pick up photos of your time on the ship. You can also view and buy pictures via our kiosks. For a special take-home, head to the Pure Portrait Studio and ask the photographer for a private shoot. A charge applies here.
Broad Street Shops
Indulge in a little retail therapy in the onboard boutiques. They’re open when we’re at sea, and stock a great range of perfume, make-up, clothes and gifts.
Movies by Moonlight
The open-air cinema is the go-to place for a chilled-out evening under the stars. Classic movies and the latest box office hits are shown on a big screen. And you can get blankets, popcorn, and hot chocolate from the nearby bar.
Deck Bar
These sociable spots tick the box for cold drinks in between dips.
Minigolf
Take the whole family to the minigolf green for an afternoon of fun. It’s got nine holes and widescreen sea views.
Gamerzone
This fun, interactive space has games consoles for adults and children.
Memories Gallery
Head to the gallery to pick up photos of your time on the ship. You can also view and buy pictures via our kiosks, which use state-of-the-art facial recognition. For a special take-home, ask the photographer for a private shoot.
The Veranda
This just-for-adults sunbathing area is located at the back of the ship, so you can relax with views of the horizon.
Reception
We’re open around the clock for anything you need.
There’s no shortage of R&R onboard the Marella Discovery fleet. You can spread out on the pool deck, which is fitted with a Swimming Pool and a number of Whirlpools. Or, head to Oceans Spa, where you can treat yourself to a muscle-melting massage and spend some time in one of the saunas. It flaunts the Oceans Gym, too, complete with all the equipment you need for a full-body workout. Elsewhere, you can work up a sweat on the Jogging Track.
Oceans Spa & Beauty Salon
If you fancy getting glammed up for the weekly Dress to Impress night, pop into the salon for a manicure or hair up-do. Alternatively, spoil yourself in the spa – it’s got a string of treatment cabins where you can indulge in a full body massage or a rejuvenating facial.
Oceans Gym
Enjoy a workout in the fleet’s largest gym, before working up an even bigger sweat in the sauna.
The Wall
Brave the heights of the rock-climbing wall, and get a bird’s-eye view of the ship and the ocean.
Main Pool
An open-air pool with loungers lined up along the water’s edge, while music and quizzes keep the atmosphere up.
Indoor Pool
The indoor pool comes with a huge glass canopy roof, and rows of comfortable loungers.
Whirlpools
You’ll find four relaxing whirlpool baths on Deck 9.
Jogging Track
Take in the scenic views while burning some calories on a run around the Jogging Track on deck 10.
Little sailors are well catered for onboard the Marella Discovery fleet. When it comes to cabins, you can choose from family-sized options to inter-connecting cabins. It’s the same story when it comes to the food offering, our buffets feature fussy-eater-friendly picks like pizzas and spaghetti bolognese. The activity set-up, meanwhile, includes the likes of table tennis and football tournaments, quizzes and early evening shows during sea days. Elsewhere, toddlers and babies have their own toys, games and activities to get involved with at the M Club and the Baby Centre. Our range of shore excursions are also suited for families travelling with youngsters and teens – expect things like organised visits to waterparks and beaches, as well as once-in-a-lifetime experiences like swimming with stingrays. Kids aged 10 and over can also take part in our cycling tours, where you’ll follow an experienced guide on a route that ticks off some of the area’s must-see sights. We operate these tours out of most of the ports we visit.
Hideout
Teens get their very own karaoke booth at this hangout spot, which is conveniently located by Gamer Zone.
M Club
The accredited staff at M Club, Marella Cruises onboard kids’ club do a brilliant job keeping youngsters entertained. There’s messy time with arts and crafts, dressing-up, movie nights and pyjama parties, as well as feature games from M Crew – characters exclusive to Marella Cruises. Trips to the bridge to high-five the captain and behind-the-scenes backstage tours may also make the line-up. The M Club is for children ages 3 to 11 and best of all, the club is free.
Baby Centre
Breakout Challenge
In this real-life room escape game, you’ll need to work as a team to find clues and solve puzzles before the time runs out. A charge applies here.
The Wall
Brave the heights of the rock-climbing wall, and get a bird’s-eye view of the ship and the ocean.
Minigolf
Take the whole family to the minigolf green for an afternoon of fun. It’s got nine holes and widescreen sea views.
Gamer Zone
Enrichment activities to be confirmed.
Bike Tours
If you really want to get under the skin of a place, book a bike tour. All our ships have a collection of mountain bikes onboard and, at almost every port, you can join an experienced guide and cycle your way around the best sights. The distance and difficulty of each tour varies, from relaxed rides over flat ground, to more challenging trips on hilly terrain. If you don’t fancy as much pedalling, there are electric bikes onboard, too. For more information, just speak to a member of the Destination Services team.
Destination Services
Our Destination Services team can talk to you about our ports of call, help you decide which excursions are right for you, and book you onto your next cruise with us.