Accommodations
The Britannia Inside cabins on Queen Victoria offer a relaxing space to unwind. You’ll find thoughtful features and luxurious amenities included, like the Cunarder bed, which is configurable to king or twins, a bathroom with a walk-in shower, satellite television with movie and music channels, a vanity and a desk with a hairdryer, Pehnaligon’s toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, tea and coffee-making facilities, welcome sparkling wine, a complimentary room service menu, as well as a choice of Early, Late or Open Dining in the Britannia Restaurant on Decks 2 and 3 and a dedicated steward to keep your stateroom in order. Offering spectacular ocean views, the Britannia Oceanview cabins on Queen Victoria provide a private enclave to watch the world go by. They include all the same amenities as the Britannia Inside cabins.
For a little extra space, consider a Britannia Balcony cabin. Alongside all the same features and amenities, you’ll enjoy a private outdoor space with two chairs and a table. Opt for a Britannia Club Balcony, and you’ll have access to the intimate Britannia Club Restaurant and enjoy priority embarkation and disembarkation.
The Princess Grill Suites, which boast a separate living area and a balcony, have a whole host of special amenities. Enjoy exclusive access to the Princess Grill Restaurant on Deck 11, where you can dine any time at your reserved table, a pillow concierge menu, a bathroom with a bath and a shower, a feature mini-bar with speciality tea and coffee-making facilities, complimentary spring water replenished throughout your voyage, daily fresh fruit, a welcome bottle of sparkling wine, a complimentary room service menu, exclusive access to the Grills Lounge and outside Grills Terrace and concierge service for onboard reservations and shore experiences.
The Queens Grill Suites onboard Queen Victoria are the pinnacle of cruise ship accommodation. Within this category, you can choose from a Queens Suite, Penthouse Suite, Master Suite and Grand Suite. Each offers a luxurious private residence at sea with an endless range of unbelievable included amenities, from pre-dinner canapés to spacious lounge areas with comfortable seating. In a Grand Suite, the best of the best, you’ll find a reception hall that leads to a spacious Great Room with floor-to-ceiling windows, a separate dining room, a spacious lounge with seating, a bathroom with a bathtub and a walk-in shower, a spacious private balcony, a butler’s pantry and a dedicated butler and steward to keep your suite in fine order day and night, to name a few.
Activities
During the day, meet leading winemakers, experience hosted wine-tasting events, learn classical ballroom or lively lindy hop, lose yourself in one of the 6,000 books that fill the onboard library or discover rising stars and appreciated established award-winning artists as you view fine art in Queen Victoria’s onboard gallery.
Take the opportunity to expand your mind with Cunard ConneXions and take part in valuable and enjoyable lessons for computer skills or card games. You can also listen to a multitude of guest speakers from explorers, academics, former ambassadors, politicians, historians, scientists, novelists, biographers and award-winning actors and filmmakers, presenting both historical and contemporary issues.
Shop ‘til you drop at the Royal Arcade shops located on Deck 3. Utilise the onboard personal shopper’s expertise to add a little something to your wardrobe, peruse the beautiful jewels available or find a souvenir for your loved ones back at home.
Entertainment
Nights on Queen Victoria offer a breadth of live performances, giving you the chance to sit back and be entertained.
Live music is a key part of the entertainment on Queen Victoria, with performances happening all around the ship, day and night. You might enjoy a freshly shaken martini while listening to a live pianist in the Commodore Club on Deck 10 or sing your heart out during karaoke at the Yacht Club, also on Deck 10. Other evenings could have you dancing at a silent disco or relaxing to an acoustic guitarist playing classic hits in the Winter Garden on Deck 9.
Step into the elegance and romance of a past era at Queen Victoria’s Queens Room. This spacious entertainment area on Deck 2 is perfect for enjoying live music, dancing and socialising with other guests onboard. You can dance the night away to a live orchestra during one of the Queens Room’s popular Party Nights or simply relax with a drink and soak up the lively atmosphere. With a full bar and the largest dance floor on the ship, every night in the Queens Room feels like a true celebration.
At the Royal Court Theatre on Decks 1, 2 and 3, live performers take centre stage. From adaptations of award-winning plays to spectacular West End musicals, there’s always something new to enjoy. The theatre features surround sound, flashing lights and impressive costume and set changes, making you feel like you’re right on Broadway. You can watch stunning dance shows, gripping dramas or even laugh at stand-up comedy.
Food & Drink
From on-the-go snacks to three-course meals, Queen Victoria caters to all.
The two-tiered Britannia Restaurant on Decks 2 and 3 is Queen Victoria’s main dining room, welcoming diners each day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Housed within the Britannia Restaurant, you’ll find the Britannia Club Restaurant, which is reserved exclusively for Britannia Club guests. The exclusive Princess Grill on Deck 11 offers an unforgettable dining experience. Friendly waiters will greet you as you dine at the same table and enjoy an array of tempting choices each evening. Also on Deck 11 is the Queens Grill. At this intimate dining option, attentive waiters will be on hand to take care of your every wish as you choose from an impressive menu of delicious dishes.
The British-inspired Golden Lion on Deck 2 will become your onboard local. Pop in for tasty pub fare like fish and chips or a hearty pie, and wash it down with a signature Cunard ale.
No matter the time of day, the Lido Restaurant on Deck 9 will have something to offer. From casual bites to extensive breakfast options, you’re certain to find something that tickles your tastebuds. At night, part of the Lido Restaurant transforms into a themed venue. For a fee, you can enjoy Mexican, pan-Asian, Indian or Italian cuisine. Queen Victoria’s other speciality restaurant is Steakhouse at the Verandah. Located on Deck 2, Steakhouse at the Verandah is open each evening and for lunch on sea days. Here, you can explore a menu that celebrates both sides of the pond, from succulent Angus beef to a seafood platter showcasing fish from American waters.
From classic cocktails to fine wines, each of Queen Victoria’s bars and lounges offers a place to relax and unwind with your favourite tipple.
Ideally located at the aft of Deck 9, Lido Bar is the place to go for a refreshing drink in between relaxing in the sun and taking dips in the pool. Whether you choose a chilled glass of water or a fruity cocktail, Lido Bar offers a laid-back ambience. Another casual option to keep in mind is the Pavilion Bar, also on Deck 9. During the day, this poolside retreat really shines, offering you the perfect spot to soak up the sunshine while sipping on a delicious drink.
Unique to Queen Victoria, the Winter Garden on Deck 9 is a Mediterranean-style bar and lounge that radiates brightness thanks to its enclosed glass atrium. Light and airy, comforting and informal, it’s a lovely spot to enjoy a coffee during the day or something stronger in the evening. Perched on Deck 10, the Commodore Club also offers an impressive vantage point from which to enjoy sea views. It’s the ideal spot to head to for a quiet pre- or post-dinner drink. In contrast, the Queens Room is a lively spot perfectly positioned in the heart of the Grand Lobby.
If you enjoy smoking cigars, Churchill’s Cigar Lounge is for you. Positioned on Deck 10, the lounge offers a sanctuary for aficionados of fine tobacco. Cigars are available to purchase from the Commodore Club.
To continue the fun long into the night, head to the Yacht Club on Deck 10. Here, enjoy live music or the resident DJ, who keeps the tunes pumping (from well-known classics to the latest chart toppers) all night long.
Guests of Princess Grill or Queens Grill suites will enjoy exclusive access to the Grills Lounge on Deck 11. You’ll be able to choose from a full bar menu, plus complimentary tea and coffee during the day.
Kids & Teens
Cunard is a family-friendly cruise line, and Queen Victoria welcomes the whole clan onboard with open arms.
The cruise line’s children’s programme, The Kids’ Zone, is designed to offer children aged six months to 18 years a full schedule of activities. Divided into three age-specific clubs, the programme caters to all age groups, starting with The Play Zone. Structured activities, including themed days, arts and crafts, games, books, puzzles, toys and computer games, are hosted for children aged two to seven by Queen Victoria’s fully-trained Youth Team. There’s even a sheltered outdoor play area with a range of play equipment. For those aged eight to twelve, The Kids’ Zone hosts action-packed days that include sports, arts and crafts, friendly challenges, and game consoles. Teenagers aged 13 to 17 will love The Teen Zone. Here, they can enjoy deck sports, discos, game consoles, quizzes and much more. They’ll also appreciate the special Teen Zone area where they can challenge themselves in table tennis tournaments and team games.
Access to The Kids’ Zone, The Play Zone and The Teen Zone is included in your cruise fare. Each children’s area can be found on Deck 10.
Relaxation & Fitness
Enter a realm of tranquillity with Queen Victoria’s wellness programme.
Mareel Wellness & Beauty on Deck 9, which has been named ‘Best Spa (Ocean Category)’ by Cruise Critic UK Editor’s Choice Awards, offers a range of rejuvenating treatments. You can choose from massages, body treatments like salt scrubs and detox wraps, alternative treatments like acupuncture and reflexology, facials and manicures and pedicures. The onboard hair salon, also on Deck 9, offers hair treatments, blow dries, colours and cuts.
Fans of fitness will appreciate Queen Victoria’s fully equipped Fitness Centre on Decks 9 and 10. With a comprehensive suite of cardio and weight training machines, you’ll get your heart pumping in no time. If you prefer to keep up with your exercise routine through fitness classes, you’ll find activities for all levels. Work on your posture and flexibility with yoga and raise your pace by joining in with aerobics or heading to boot camp to really test yourself.
If you fancy doing a few laps or bubbling away in a jacuzzi, Queen Victoria has two pools, Pavilion Pool and Lido Pool and five hot tubs, all of which are on Deck 9.
White Star Service
Committed to ensuring the highest levels of service, Cunard staff are trained at the White Star Academy. Dating back to 1929, the White Star Service is a legacy of Cunard’s history, honouring the golden era of the White Star Line. From the moment of embarkation, staff and officers will be at your service, taking great pride in ensuring the most enjoyable, memorable and luxurious experience is achieved.
Cunard’s White Star Service is:
- Service and attention to detail that goes above and beyond expectations
- One crew member for every two guests
- A sense of style, sophistication and elegance
- Choice, flexibility, care and understanding
- Genuine connections and treasured moments
- A warm and captivating personality
- Well-established and powerful
Queen Victoria Destinations
A cruise on Queen Victoria offers unforgettable adventures to some of the world’s most renowned destinations. Sailing her 2,061 guests to ports in the Mediterranean, the Adriatic, the Norwegian Fjords and Northern Europe, she promises unforgettable vistas. What’s more, each of her itineraries is carefully curated to allow you to make the most of your time in port through exclusive shore experiences. In Norway, for example, join a group of specially trained guides who use their detailed knowledge of the area and its ever-changing weather to lead you to areas for optimum viewing of the Northern Lights.
“From the moment you step aboard Queen Victoria, you are greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere. Throughout the ship, there is a truly timeless feel with classic décor that is traditional yet stylish. Marble flooring, stunning chandeliers, and plush furniture add to the splendour.
“Boasting diverse dining options that offer culinary delights to satisfy every palate, exceptional public spaces and dazzling evening entertainment, there truly is something for everyone to enjoy.
“Depending on where you are on Queen Victoria, the atmosphere can vary - but in the best possible way! If you want a vibrant holiday brimming with excitement, there are plenty of spaces that deliver this in abundance, like one of the incredible bars or the theatre. Or, if you’re craving serenity, there are many tranquil spaces to escape to, like the spectacular library and the incredible onboard spa.” - Ally Rayhaman, ROL Cruise
