AmaWaterways
AmaBella
- Cruises
- 31
- From
- $2,779
Ship comparison
AmaBella vs AmaDolce
AmaWaterways
AmaDolce
- Cruises
- 11
- From
- $2,989
The verdict
Which should you choose?
AmaBella is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 162 passengers, in service since 2015. AmaDolce is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 148 passengers, in service since 2009. Their Bliss scores are identical, so the differences below are in the ships themselves.
Choose AmaBella if you want a newer ship or more cruises to choose from: its maiden voyage was in 2015 (vs 2009) and it has 31 cruises on sale (vs 11).
AmaDolce does not lead by a clear margin on any measure we track, so pick it for its itinerary or its dates.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| AmaBella | AmaDolce | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | AmaWaterways | AmaWaterways |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2015 (better) | 2009 |
| Gross tonnage | 3,500 | 3,350 |
| Passengers | 162 | 148 |
| Crew | 49 | 41 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.3 (better) | 3.6 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 21.6 | 22.6 (better) |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 443 ft | 360 ft |
| Beam | 38 ft | 38 ft |
| Speed | 8 mph | 13 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 31 | 11 |
| Upcoming sailings | 109 | 89 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 14 nights | 7 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $2,779 (better) | $2,989 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. AmaBella leads on 0 of the ten, AmaDolce on 0, with 10 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
AmaWaterways
AmaBella
The river cruise ship AmaBella offers custom-designed luxury in all the comfort you'd expect from AmaWaterways. AmaBella can host 161 passengers in its twin balcony staterooms, and the vessel prides itself on its amenities and design details.
Highlights
- Multiple outdoor decks offering unimpeded panoramic views
- Sundecks with lounge chairs and retractable roof
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the vessel
- Walking track, putting green and giant chess board
Sailing now
31 cruises on sale, from $2,779.
AmaWaterways
AmaDolce
AmaDolce from AmaWaterways offers 148 passengers a unique river cruise experience where attention to details and luxury touches are de rigeur.
Highlights
- Sundeck with lounge chairs offering unimpeded panoramic views
- All outside staterooms with French Balconies or Fixed Windows at 170 sq. ft.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the vessel
- Take advantage of a fleet of bicycles to enjoy the countryside and shoreline
Sailing now
11 cruises on sale, from $2,989.
Questions
AmaBella or AmaDolce?
Which is bigger, AmaBella or AmaDolce?
AmaBella is bigger at 3,500 gross tons, against 3,350 gross tons for AmaDolce. AmaBella carries 162 passengers and AmaDolce carries 148.
Which ship is newer, AmaBella or AmaDolce?
AmaBella is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2015 against 2009 for AmaDolce.
Which has more space per passenger?
AmaDolce, with 22.6 gross tons per passenger against 21.6 on AmaBella. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
AmaBella, with one crew member for every 3.3 passengers against one for every 3.6 on AmaDolce.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 2.0 out of 10.
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