MSC Meraviglia
Mega ship Bliss scored
Swiss-based MSC Cruises launched its next-generation smart ship, MSC Meraviglia, in the Mediterranean in June 2017. (Meraviglia is the Italian word for amazement or wonder.)
- 4,500guests
- 167,600gross tons
- 94cruises now
- $79fares from
At a glance
MSC Meraviglia is a mega-size cruise ship operated by MSC Cruises, in service since 2017. It carries 4,500 guests and 1,540 crew (2.9 guests per crew member) at 167,600 gross tons. It ties with 1 other ship as the 8th largest of 23 MSC Cruises ships by guest capacity. On Cruiseable's Bliss scale it scores highest for entertainment (9/10) and lowest for romantic (3/10). It has 94 cruises on sale, with lead fares from $79 to $2,755. 13 of its upcoming sailings dropped in price since the previous weekly fare check.
Builder's plate
Specs
- Guests
- 4,500
- Crew
- 1,540
- Gross tons
- 167,600
- Decks
- 19
- Length
- 1,033 ft
- Beam
- 141 ft
- Maiden voyage
- 2017
- Space ratio
- 2.9
- Gross tons per guest
- Guests per crew
- 2.9
- Speed (mph)
- 22
- IMO
- 9760512
Bliss scores
What MSC Meraviglia is best at
Ten dimensions scored by our editors on a 10-point scale. The Cruiseable app ranks every cruise against the mix you care about.
- Active 6.0
- Adventure and nature 5.0
- Cultural 6.0
- Dining 6.0
- Entertainment 9.0
- Family friendly 8.0
- Party 6.0
- Romantic 3.0
- Spa and fitness 7.0
- Staterooms 7.0
Our review
MSC Meraviglia: Family-friendly smartship sails the Caribbean & Med
Swiss-based MSC Cruises launched its next-generation smart ship, MSC Meraviglia, in the Mediterranean in June 2017. (Meraviglia is the Italian word for amazement or wonder. It is pronounced mair-uh-VEAL-ya.)
Here are some of the ship's highlights:
- A 315-foot-long indoor promenade with LED dome
- New dining venues, including the Kaito sushi bar and Teppanyaki restaurant, Eataly and Jean Philippe Maury chocolaterie
- Family-friendly facilities and attractions in a super amusement park, including 2 F1 Simulators, a full-size bowling alley and an Aqua Park with four waterslides and a Himalayan Bridge
- An extended MSC Yacht Club, an exclusive area of the ship that spans three decks with 78 suites and luxurious accommodations
- Three elegantly designed pools, including an aft pool that transforms into a dance floor at night.
Who will like sailing on MSC Meraviglia
MSC Meraviglia should appeal to active cruise passengers looking for the latest and greatest in cruising with a European flair. Meraviglia should also appeal to both families with kids who like thrilling waterslides and tech-savvy cruisers who'll enjoy one of the most technologically sophisticated ships at sea.
Where MSC Meraviglia sails
MSC Meraviglia sails a variety of 3- to 15-night itineraries in the Caribbean from fall to spring and 7-night Western Mediterranean cruises from May to September.
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High-flying entertainment in Carousel Lounge
MSC Meraviglia showcases top-flight entertainment, including performances of Cirque du Soleil at Sea, which has teamed up with the cruise line to stage two original shows to be performed on board in the evenings six nights per week, at the purpose-built Carousel Lounge. Featuring the latest technology, this groundbreaking venue, which has been designed to meet the needs of Cirque du Soleil and its performers, offers a stunning circular performance space with a 180-degree circular glass wall.
MSC Cruises offers an exclusive on-site dinner service for up to 100 of the 450 guests booked for the show.
The ship features a second plush, 10,765 square-foot theater venue offering six different shows per cruise. With three showings per day, guests are provided with additional options in a variety of award-winning productions.
A 'super amusement park' for family fun
For the first time on any MSC Cruises ship, all of the facilities for families, kids and teens are all together in a super amusement park and children’s area. This means families have a dedicated area specially designed for their needs, providing a safe place for children, and an opportunity to also meet and get to know other families. This area includes the DOREMI Studio Lounge, a dedicated lounge for all family activities, DOREMI Tech Lab, a must-visit destination for kids who love technology, as well as facilities designed in partnership with family experts including the LEGO Group and Chicco.
To accommodate multi-generational vacationers, the ship sports a unique modular stateroom system that allows three staterooms to be combined together to accommodate up to 10 guests, as well as quadruple cabins that can accommodate a family of up to four people each, with a living space in the daytime and a sofa that converts into a bed at night.
Kids should love the ship’s Aqua Park with its four action-packed waterslides, a splash pool and champagne bowl. And the Himalayan Bridge thrills adventure seekers, who can attach themselves to a rope and cross the ship, nearly 200 feet above the water.
Exclusive private VIP area
There are 10 types of staterooms with a section of luxurious accommodations spanning three decks with 78 suites, 15 inside staterooms and two apartments. The two sought-after apartment suites are designed with a large living room and two balconies, one of which is a large outdoor space that has a dining table for eating al fresco and a private whirlpool.
This unique “ship within a ship” concept is specially designed for guests seeking exclusivity and privacy with enhanced options. MSC Yacht Club guests can look forward to world-class entertainment, specialty restaurants and boutiques before returning to their own private sanctuary.
For the millennial and high roller crowd, there’s a self-contained, private spot called the Top Sail Lounge, accessible by private elevator, with the One Pool Deck featuring a private pool, whirlpool baths and solarium.
Promenade highlights
Another notable feature of MSC Meraviglia is her impressive 315-foot-long Mediterranean-style indoor Promenade, featuring a 262-foot-tall LED sky that creates a more social atmosphere 24 hours a day with shops, snacks of ice cream or crepes created by Jean Philippe Maury, the award-winning French chocolatier and pastry chef.
One highlight on the Promenade includes pre-dinner parades. Dancers, singers and performers in their flamboyant costumes will dazzle – all overseen by the cruise director, leading the entertainment from a bridge over the Promenade.
At the end of the Promenade, you'll find a versatile bar open 24 hours a day, serving coffee, cappuccinos and fresh croissants in the morning, and a wide range of cocktails in the evening – before transforming itself into a post-dinner ballroom. There also is a live band for guests to dance to, or simply enjoy the music throughout the evening.
Daytime diversions
Daytime diversions on the upcoming ship include:
- Three pools grace the vessel, including one main one located on deck 15 that is inspired by the cool vibes of Miami’s South Beach.
- The ship has the most generous poolside space at sea, around 82 feet long. By night, the pool becomes a visual spectacle, illuminated with special lighting.
- There is also a buffet nearby with inside and outdoor dining options, providing passengers with more convenience and optimal relaxation time.
- A 33-foot indoor pool with a magrodome (sliding glass roof) that opens when the ship is in port or the weather simply allows for it.
- A family pool at the aft on deck 16 provides panoramic views from the front of the ship, while by night it's transformed into a space where guests can dance the night away under the stars.
Staterooms
MSC Meraviglia features a total of 2,244 staterooms in 32 categories. The largest aboard MSC Meraviglia are the Yacht Club Royal Suites (700 square feet). There are also 46 wheelchair-accessible cabins.
Dining options
There are 20 restaurants and food bars on board MSC Meraviglia, including a fine-dining restaurant in the MSC Yacht Club.
Free dining
L'Olive Doree & L'Olivo D'Oro (deck 6): This single venue, separated by a central walkway, serves Italian and fresh seasonal fare and has an upscale feel. Open for dinner.
Panorama (deck 6): This venue offers classic fare in an upscale setting with terrific views. Open for dinner.
Waves (deck 5): This no-frills restaurant at the ship's aft offers classic seating times for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Fee dining
Eataly Ristorante Italiano (deck 6): You'll find Italian and seafood fare in this three-room venue that is set off from the separate Eataly Marketplace. A la carte or 29 euros; dinner only.
Butcher's Cut (deck 7): A new venue on MSC ships, this American steakhouse offers big cuts of meats: steak, lamb and even bison. A la carte pricing; dinner only.
Kaito Teppanyaki & Sushi Bar (deck 7): This fun venue seats 32 people and serves sushi, tempura and other Asian dishes. A la carte pricing; lunch and dinner only.
Chef's Table (deck 6): For this special experience passengers receive seven dishes and seven wines as well as your own chef and a sommelier. 100 euros per person; dinner only, limited to eight people.
Jean-Philippe Chocolate & Cafe (deck 6): a la carte: The French master chocolatier has a primo location on the main promenade with this open kitchen, cafe and chocolate shop. A la carte pricing.
Fun fact
- Meraviglia is the largest cruise ship ever constructed for a European-based line. The other MSC vessel scheduled for launch in 2017 is MSC Seaside in December 2017.
Interested in a cruise on this ship?
For pricing, itinerary information and to reserve your spot on MSC Meraviglia, contact a Cruiseable travel consultant by email or call 1-877-322-3773.
On board highlights
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Kids playrooms
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Cirque du Soleil at Sea
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Aft pool
Dining
Where to eat on MSC Meraviglia
Photos
Inside and out
Destinations 3

La Rambla is a main hub for shopping, dining and sightseeing in central Barcelona. 
A giant biosphere in the port of Genoa created by famed Italian architect Renzo Piano. 
Sunset over Hamburg, Germany.
Dining 9

Panorama Restaurant in the aft part of MSC Meraviglia on deck 6 serves as one of the main dining rooms and offers great views. 
Head to Butcher's Cut on MSC Meraviglia for prime cuts in an American-style steakhouse. 
Tradition and modernity go hand in hand at the stylish Kaito Teppanyaki Restaurant & Sushi Bar on MSC Meraviglia. 
Head to Eataly on MSC Meraviglia for fine Italian-inspired Mediterranean cuisine. 
Enjoy the view and munch at your leisure at the buffet on MSC Meraviglia. 
L'Olivo d'oro and L'Olive doree are two of the main restaurants on MSC Meraviglia, included in the fare. 
Look for haute cuisine with an Italian flare on MSC Meraviglia. 
Panorama Restaurant in the aft part of MSC Meraviglia on deck 6 serves as one of the main dining rooms and offers great views. 
On MSC Meraviglia, Kaito Teppanyaki offers authentic Asian cuisine, including sushi, prepared on the spot with fresh ingredients.
On board 12

The three-story-high Infinity Atrium aboard MSC Meraviglia. 
MSC Cruises' new flagship, MSC Meraviglia, offers two production shows per night from Cirque du Soleil. 
Cirque du Soleil fans can look forward to two production shows per night on MSC's newest cruise ship, MSC Meraviglia. 
The 262-foot-high LED "sky" above the Galleria Meraviglia on MSC Meraviglia. 
The Casino on MSC Meraviglia offers table games, slot machines, a card room and more. 
The sauna in the MSC Aurea Spa on MSC Meraviglia. 
Book a session at the MSC Aurea Spa on MSC Meraviglia for a wide range of spa and beauty treatments. 
Lavish productions in the theater are one of the highlights of a cruise on MSC Meraviglia. 
Cirque du Soleil at Sea stages two productions on MSC Meraviglia six nights a week. 
Cirque du Soleil at Sea stages two productions on MSC Meraviglia six nights a week. 
Cirque du Soleil at Sea performs on MSC Meraviglia six nights a week. 
MSC Meraviglia's Carousel Lounge can accommodate 413 people as Cirque du Soleil takes its act to sea.
Ship exteriors 3

The 4,500-passenger MSC Meraviglia sails itineraries throughout Europe. 
The 4,500-passenger MSC Meraviglia sails itineraries throughout Europe. 
The smart ship MSC Meraviglia sails to the Bahamas and Eastern and Western Caribbean.
Staterooms 7

A Category B2 Fantastica Balcony Stateroom on MSC Meraviglia. 
An MSC Yacht Club Wellness Deluxe Suite on MSC Meraviglia. 
A look at the duplex suite with upstairs double bed on MSC Meraviglia. 
Here's what a balcony stateroom will look like on MSC Meraviglia when she launches in June 2017. 
The bedroom of the Royal Suite on MSC Meraviglia. 
The living room area of the Royal Suite on MSC Meraviglia. 
A Fantastica Ocean View Stateroom on MSC Meraviglia.
More photos 2

MSC Meraviglia sails itineraries in the Western Mediterranean, United Kingdom, Northern Europe and Baltic Sea. 
A look at the main pool on MSC Meraviglia when she launches in June 2017.
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