MSC Cruises
MSC Preziosa
- Cruises
- 70
- From
- $129
Ship comparison
MSC Preziosa vs MSC Splendida
MSC Cruises
MSC Splendida
- Cruises
- 99
- From
- $459
The verdict
Which should you choose?
MSC Preziosa is a large MSC Cruises ship carrying 3,502 passengers, in service since 2013. MSC Splendida is a large MSC Cruises ship carrying 3,274 passengers, in service since 2009.
Choose MSC Preziosa if you want a lower starting fare or better-rated staterooms: it outscores MSC Splendida for staterooms (8.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $129 (vs $459).
MSC Splendida 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.
| MSC Preziosa | MSC Splendida | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | MSC Cruises | MSC Cruises |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2013 (better) | 2009 |
| Gross tonnage | 139,400 | 137,936 |
| Passengers | 3,502 | 3,274 |
| Crew | 1,388 | 1,332 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 39.8 | 42.1 (better) |
| Decks | 18 | 18 |
| Length | 1,093 ft | 1,094 ft |
| Beam | 125 ft | 125 ft |
| Speed | 27 mph | 24 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 70 | 99 |
| Upcoming sailings | 222 | 237 |
| Cruise lengths | 2 to 14 nights | 3 to 34 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $129 (better) | $459 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. MSC Preziosa leads on 2 of the ten, MSC Splendida on 0, with 8 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
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- Family friendly
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- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
MSC Cruises
MSC Preziosa
MSC Cruises' MSC Preziosa will appeal to families, as children under 18 can share a cabin with their parents and sail free (except for port taxes). There are quality kids clubs, special family excursions as well as traditional-style, family-friendly entertainment.
Highlights
- Vertigo Water Slide, the longest at sea
- Yacht Club, the "ship within a ship" premium suites area with concierge, lounge, private pool deck and restaurant
- Mediterranean-inspired food and service
- Good value fares; children under 18 sharing a cabin with their parents travel for free
Sailing now
70 cruises on sale, from $129.
MSC Cruises
MSC Splendida
MSC Splendida, the second in MSC Cruises' Fantasia class of cruise ships, sports cutting-edge technology combined with luxurious features that makes the ship forward-looking while it still draws from the past.
Highlights
- Relaxing in the MSC Aurea Spa
- Live entertainment at the 1,600-seat Strand Theatre
- Worldy cuisines from L'Olivo Restaurant
Sailing now
99 cruises on sale, from $459.
Questions
MSC Preziosa or MSC Splendida?
Which is bigger, MSC Preziosa or MSC Splendida?
MSC Preziosa is bigger at 139,400 gross tons, against 137,936 gross tons for MSC Splendida. MSC Preziosa carries 3,502 passengers and MSC Splendida carries 3,274.
Which ship is newer, MSC Preziosa or MSC Splendida?
MSC Preziosa is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2013 against 2009 for MSC Splendida.
Which has more space per passenger?
MSC Splendida, with 42.1 gross tons per passenger against 39.8 on MSC Preziosa. 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 2.5 passengers.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 6.0 out of 10.
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