AmaWaterways
AmaBella
- Cruises
- 31
- From
- $2,779
Ship comparison
AmaBella vs AmaSonata
AmaWaterways
AmaSonata
- Cruises
- 22
- From
- $1,829
The verdict
Which should you choose?
AmaBella is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 162 passengers, in service since 2015. AmaSonata is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 164 passengers, in service since 2014.
Choose AmaBella if you want better-rated staterooms: it outscores AmaSonata for staterooms (10.0 vs 9.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose AmaSonata if you want a lower starting fare: its cruises start from $1,829 (vs $2,779).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| AmaBella | AmaSonata | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | AmaWaterways | AmaWaterways |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2015 (better) | 2014 |
| Gross tonnage | 3,500 | 3,600 |
| Passengers | 162 | 164 |
| Crew | 49 | 49 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.3 | 3.3 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 21.6 | 22.0 (better) |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 443 ft | 443 ft |
| Beam | 38 ft | 38 ft |
| Speed | 8 mph | 13 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 31 | 22 |
| Upcoming sailings | 109 | 95 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 14 nights | 7 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $2,779 | $1,829 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. AmaBella leads on 1 of the ten, AmaSonata on 0, with 9 level.
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- 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
AmaSonata
The 164-passenger AmaSonata offers all you've come to expect from upscale river cruise line AmaWaterways. Sister ship to AmaCerto, the AmaSonata features the line's signature "Twin Balconies" in most staterooms. The accommodations are spacious and measure 210 to 235 sq. ft., with four suites measuring 350 sq. ft.
Highlights
- All outside staterooms feature the distinctive "Twin Balcony" concept
- All staterooms have AmaWaterways' Infotainment system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies and music library
- Multiple outdoor decks offering panoramic views
Sailing now
22 cruises on sale, from $1,829.
Questions
AmaBella or AmaSonata?
Which is bigger, AmaBella or AmaSonata?
AmaSonata is bigger at 3,600 gross tons, against 3,500 gross tons for AmaBella. AmaBella carries 162 passengers and AmaSonata carries 164.
Which ship is newer, AmaBella or AmaSonata?
AmaBella is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2015 against 2014 for AmaSonata.
Which has more space per passenger?
AmaSonata, with 22.0 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?
They are level, with one crew member for every 3.3 passengers.
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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