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Exterior of MSC Meraviglia (MSC Cruises)
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Meraviglia class

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The first ship of the Meraviglia class, in service since June 2017, at about 171,600 GT and 315.83 m long with 2,214 staterooms and 1,608 crew. The line lists up to 5,714 guests, while double occupancy is about 4,490. She has a 96 m indoor promenade with a 480 sq m LED dome, a bowling alley, a water park and the MSC Yacht Club. She is mainly used in Europe in summer and from US ports, ended her New York sailings in April 2026, and is planned for South America.

Family-friendlyFirst-time cruise friendly
171,598 GT
Gross tonnage
4,488
Guests
1,608
Crew
15
Decks
2,214
Cabins
315.83 m (1,036 ft)
Length
2017
Year built
9760512
IMO number

Current position (external site)View on VesselFinder (IMO 9760512)External site. Position information has not been checked by Cruise Pitta.

Japanese language support and practical onboard information

A guide to public baths, Japanese food and language support, payment in yen, smoking, dress codes and power outlets, based on available official and other sources. Details may vary by itinerary and season. Check the official website for current information.

Public bath
Estimated

Similar facilities, such as a thermal suite

Checked Oct 9, 2026
Japanese food
Secondary source

Unknown

Checked Oct 9, 2026Source: msccruises.com
Japanese language support
Estimated

Japanese-speaking staff and menus

Checked Oct 9, 2026
Payment in yen
Estimated

Payment in yen not accepted

Checked Oct 9, 2026
Smoking
Estimated

Smoking in designated areas only

Checked Oct 9, 2026
Dress code
Estimated

Formal nights

Line-wide details: On a 7-night cruise there are about 2 gala nights (elegant nights), usually scheduled on sea days.

Checked Oct 9, 2026
Power outlets
Not stated

Not stated in official sources

Unconfirmed

Line-wide details: Supplies both 110V and 220V.

Checked Oct 9, 2026

English text in preparation.

Official: confirmed by the cruise line or another official source / Secondary source: confirmed by other sources / Estimated: inferred by Cruise Pitta / Not stated: no information found in official sources

Japanese support rating (editorial)

4/5 — Five-point rating of the scope of Japanese-language services

What is included and what costs extra

Onboard costs (original currency)
  • Extra chargeDrinks (one beer)—
  • Extra chargeDrink packagePremium Extra (the top tier, including alcohol) is about $65 to $95 per day, the non-alcoholic plan is about $35, and the plan for minors is about $25. All include the service charge, and there is a limit on the number of drinks served per day.
  • UnknownWi‑FiThere is a basic Browse plan and a Browse & Stream plan for watching video, at about $160 to $220 for 7 days (roughly $23 to $31 per day).
  • UnknownGratuities (automatic service charge)€12/person/night for standard cabins; Yacht Club: €16/person/night. Fleet-wide guideline; may differ depending on the booking market.
  • UnknownLaundryThere are no self-service washing machines, only a paid valet service priced per item. It is not available on the last day.
  • Shore excursionsExtra; varies by port

Prices are shown in the onboard currency; no currency conversion is applied.

Boarding, atmosphere, and links

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Ship character

Families
5
Adults
4
Luxury
3
First-time cruisers
5
Entertainment
5
Dining
4
Great for
  • • Travelers who want a large ship's facilities
  • • Family cruises
  • • Europe in summer and South American itineraries
Less suited to
  • • Travelers who prefer a quiet small ship
  • • Those who want a relaxed, small-group atmosphere
About this data
Ship detail verification: Ship details have not yet been checked against their sources

Sources

Source: Wikipedia “MSC Meraviglia” (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Cabins by category

Junior Ocean View with Obstructed View

Size
12 m² (129 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
—
Window: Yes

Studio Balcony

Size
12 m² (129 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
—
Balcony: YesWindow: Yes

Deluxe Balcony with partial view

Size
17 m² (183 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
—
Balcony: YesWindow: Yes

Deluxe Balcony

Size
17 m² (183 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
—
Balcony: YesWindow: Yes

Premium Balcony

Size
22 m² (237 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
—
Balcony: YesWindow: Yes

Deluxe Balcony Aurea

Size
17 m² (183 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
—
Balcony: YesWindow: Yes

Premium Suite Aurea with terrace & whirlpool

Size
27 m² (291 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
—
Balcony: YesWindow: Yes

Grand Suite Aurea with terrace & whirlpool

Size
39 m² (420 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
—
Balcony: YesWindow: Yes

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite

Size
26 m² (280 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
—
Balcony: Yes

MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suite with whirlpool

Size
59 m² (635 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
—
Balcony: Yes

MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite

Size
29 m² (312 ft²)
Occupancy and beds
—
Balcony: Yes

Approximate figures from official and reliable sources. Cabins vary by ship, category, and sailing.Links generally lead to official pages; some have not been verified.

Families, adults-only areas, and practical information

Practical information (line-wide)
Onboard currency
EUR / USD
Gratuities
A daily hotel service charge is added automatically to your onboard account. The amount generally cannot be changed, but if you are dissatisfied with the service you can speak to Guest Relations. Prepayment is also available.
Payment
Cashless onboard
Medical facilities
Every ship has a medical center with resident doctors, and emergency care is also available outside opening hours. Consultations and treatment are charged.
Bringing items onboard
Bringing both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on board is not allowed in principle. Alcohol purchased at ports of call is held at boarding and returned on disembarkation, which is strict even compared with other lines.
Mobile and connectivity
Mobile phone calls, SMS and data can also be used at sea, but maritime roaming charges tend to be expensive, and using a Wi-Fi package is recommended.
Japanese support
Staff NoMenus PartialAnnouncements No

Dining

Included Included in the fare (no extra charge)
Panorama Restaurant
Waves Restaurant
Marketplace Buffet
Extra charge Specialty dining (prices in the onboard currency)
Hola! Tacos & Cantina
Butcher's Cut
Kaito Teppanyaki
Kaito Sushi Bar
L'Olive Doree - L'Olivo D'Oro

Facilities and activities

Carousel LoungeExtra charge
Theater

No information available yet.

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