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MSC Virtuosa: Cabins and Suites Guide (2024)

Choosing a cabin or suite on a cruise ship is never easy!

When it comes to MSC Virtuosa there is a choice between seventeen different cabins and suites to choose from between 2,421 cabins (including 60 dedicated for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility).

In this guide, I have sourced all the information from my experience onboard MSC Virtuosa and MSC Cruises to bring you an easy-to-understand guide on the available cabins and suites.

Introduction

MSC Virtuosa is one of MSC Cruises’ latest ships – the Meraviglia-Plus class ship can carry a maximum capacity of 6,334 passengers – but this number is calculated based on every available berth on the ship being occupied (i.e. all bunk beds, sofa beds, etc) – this is rarely the case on any cruise ship!

All passenger cabins on MSC Virtuosa are located on Decks 5 and 8-16. Please remember that all photos and illustrations represent what they look like – some may be the opposite way around or laid out differently! Generally speaking though, they are all identical across the grades.

MSC Virtuosa ‘s accommodation works based on five different cabin types – which are then broken down into further sub-categories of cabins, but in essence, there are five types to choose from:

• MSC Yacht Club

I will explain all the other types – but feel free just to select one and skip to it!

How many cabins are on MSC Virtuosa?

There are 2,421 cabins on MSC Virtuosa . They are configured as follows:

• 15 Interior Studio Cabins
• 728 Interior Cabins
• 160 Ocean View Cabins
• 1,322 Balcony Cabins
• 8 Suites with whirlpool baths
• 2 Grand Suites with whirlpool baths
• 15 MSC Yacht Club Interior Suites
• 77 MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suites
• 8 MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suites
• 2 MSC Yacht Club Royal Suites
• 59 Cabins for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility
• 1 MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility

Cabins by Description and Type

First, lets look at the cabin descriptions (as described on the MSC Cruises website and brochures) and what type of cabins they actually are.

You’ll see that they match standard cruise ship cabins, just slightly different naming. For example an ‘inside cabin’ is an ‘Interior Cabin’ with MSC Cruises.

Cabins by Size and Code

Now let us look at the sizing and coding.

Firstly, the sizing is made up of two parts (for the majority of cabins) – that is the floor space (including your bathroom) and the size of your balcony. Cabins without balconies have just one number listed.

The coding in the table relates to the grade of the cabin you have. There are multiple grades of the same cabin type (sounds confusing, I know!) but actually it is pretty straightforward.

For example, a Fantastica Deluxe Balcony comes in four grades:

• BP – Partial View
• BR1 – Cabins on decks 8-10
• BR2 – Cabins on decks 11-12
• BR3 – Cabins on decks 13-14

You’ll find the higher the number, the more expensive the grade is. Although usually it isn’t too much and is sometimes worth paying a little bit more for a better grade – as you may find more availability for your perfect location!

Cabins by Experience and Deck Numbers

Onto our last table! Here we break down the cabins by MSC Experience type (Bella, Fantastica, Aurea & MSC Yacht Club) and what decks on the ship you will find them at!

Common Cabin/Suite Features

Each cabin and suite comes with a standard set of features that aren’t linked to whether you have an interior, balcony or suite!

On MSC Virtuosa , all cabins include:

Additionally, there are plenty of shelves in the bathroom for toiletries and drawers in the cabin for clothes and accessories.

On the back of the cabin door is a map of where you are located on the ship and details on your muster station in case of an emergency.

You’ll also find a Daily Planner delivered each day to your cabin that includes details of all activities on the ship and information on the port you are visiting.

Interior Cabins

Like on all cruise ships – interior cabins are the lowest grade of cabin – that doesn’t mean they are they are the worst though. For many, a cabin is just a place to get sleep and get ready and is perfect for any cruise – so let’s get started with more details about these cabins!

Studio Interior Cabin

The Studio Interior cabins are the smallest cabins available on the ship. This is because they are aimed at solo travellers! therefore they have a slightly reduced bed (140 x 200cm) compared to the other cabins on the ship.

• Surface Area: Approx 12 sqm
• Located: Decks 5-14
• Number available: 16
• Capacity: 1 Passenger

Deluxe Interior Cabin (IB/IR1/IR2)

The Deluxe Interior cabins are the standard inside cabins for two people and offer more space than the Studio Interior version.

• Surface Area: 17 sqm
• Number Available: 64+120
• Capacity: 2-4 Passengers

Ocean View Cabins

MSC Cruises call the industry-standard ‘Outside’ cabins as ‘Ocean View’ which is a better name and makes more sense. In essence, it is a standard Interior cabin but with a large rectangle window – allowing in natural daylight and a view out to sea.

As standard with cabins of this category across all ships, the porthole will not open – you will need to circulate air via the air conditioning system.

Junior Ocean View with Obstructed View Cabin

The lowest category of Ocean View cabins are ones with obstructed views. This commonly means they are situated near/behind lifeboats and/or other ship equipment which is fixed to the side of the ship.

It is possible that this equipment may move during port days (i.e. window cleaning equipment) but it should be taken for granted that you will have an obstruction of some type from your view. This of course is reflected in the price too.

These cabins also offer a larger vanity desk area and a sofa bed, which can be converted into further berths if required.

• Surface Area: 12 sqm
• Located: Deck 8 only
• Capacity: 2-6 Passengers

Junior Ocean View Cabin

These are the same as the previous type of cabin – but they offer no obstructed view and instead, you can see out to sea with ease!

Deluxe Ocean View Cabin

The Deluxe Ocean View Cabin offers more space than the Junior versions of this cabin type, allowing you some extra space – ideal if you are travelling with kids.

• Surface Area: 16 sqm
• Located: Deck 5 Only

Premium Ocean View Cabin

The highest category of this cabin type is the Premium Ocean View Cabin – it offers much more space and they are placed higher up on the ship, giving you a greater view out to sea.

• Surface Area: 25 sqm
• Located: Decks 9-11

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Balcony cabins.

Breath in that sea air! A balcony cabin is a sure way of enjoying your cruise even more! The ability to have your own private outdoor space at all times can be wonderful on busier voyages or if you just really want a secluded hideaway with a good book!

Thankfully, MSC Virtuosa has a huge amount of cabins that have a balcony – in fact, over 70% of the ship are balcony cabins to choose from (and even more suites with balconies too!)

Studio Balcony Cabin (BS)

The ship offers a small number of solo passenger balcony cabins – rare for most ships, these are perfect for solo travellers or a single-family member travelling with a larger family.

• Balcony Area: 4 sqm
• Located: Decks 13-14

Deluxe Balcony with Partial View Cabin (BP)

The partial-view cabins are ideal if you want the outside space to get some fresh air, but are not totally bothered about having a view. Partial view cabins are usually obstructed either by some machinery fitted externally to the ship, or, lifeboats (or a mixture of both) – they usually differ, so there isn’t a standard ‘partial view’ as such.

• Balcony Area: 6-8 sqm
• Location: Decks 8-14

Deluxe Balcony Cabin (BB/BR1/BR2/BR3)

This cabin is your ‘standard balcony cabin’ that most people will opt for (and the most numerous on the ship) – they are available across a number of decks and differ in price based on if you choose low, mid or high deck. Whichever you choose is down to personal preference – they are all the same size.

You will see some cabins listed as Bella Balcony or Fantastica Balcony – there is no difference in these other than position on the ship (and additional perks in the experience)

Balcony Aurea Cabin (BA)

Like the previous category, these cabins offer a superb balcony with great sea views and are wonderful for watching the ship arrive or leave a port – or just hanging out on during a sea day!

This configuration of cabin doesn’t come with any other different physical features, but is often placed in better locations on the ship.

• Location: Decks 11-13

For those who want extra room, perhaps travelling with a larger party or just want to splash out on something special, the suites on MSC Virtuosa should not be missed!

The suites range from extra space (in the suite and balcony) to duplex suites with terraces and some even come with their own private whirlpools!

Premium Suite Aurea

These suites are ideal for a family with kids or teenagers. The suite is larger than your standard balcony cabin and has a private area (curtained off) with a set of bunk beds – just opposite the bathroom. You’ll also find a larger balcony with some of these suites.

• Balcony Area: 3-14 sqm
• Location: Decks 9-14
• Number Available: 24

Premium Suite Aurea with terrace and whirlpool

This version of the Premium Suite Aurea comes with its own larger balcony (or terrace as it is called) and are generally at the front of the ship, offering a curved frontage.

These suites come with their own lounge area with a sofa, table and chairs. Additionally, they have their own private whirlpool which is located outside offering views out to sea – could that sound any more amazing?!

• Surface Area: 27 sqm
• Balcony Area: 26-30 sqm
• Location: Decks 9-13

Grand Suite Aurea with terrace and whirlpool

This is a bigger version of the previous suite!

Offering a much larger suite and a much larger balcony/terrace (with private whirlpool) you’ll find these suites only on one deck (12) but they are massive – ideal for longer cruises!

• Surface Area: 39 sqm
• Balcony Area: 36 sqm
• Location: Deck 12
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MSC Yacht Club Suites

At the very top end of MSC Virtuosa, there is the MSC Yacht Club. MSC Cruises describe this as a ‘ship within a ship’ and they are not wrong! Many passengers choose to sail in MSC Yacht Club and some rarely leave the area throughout most of the cruise.

MSC Yacht Club comes with a different set of benefits that other MSC Experiences offer (such as Bella, Fantastica or Aurea) and you’ll find you have access to your own private butler, 24/7 private concierge, Yacht Club bar, restaurant, buffet and outdoor grill area.

MSC Yacht Club is accessed by keycard only and limited to a number of passengers. Each of the exclusive 103 suites (there are no cabins!) is larger in size than others on the rest of the ship and ranges from an Interior Suite to the Royal Suites.

MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite (YCI)

The entry-level suite in MSC Yacht Club is the Interior Suite – this well-appointed suite offers you the luxury of an upgraded bathroom, vanity area and suite-only fixtures.

• Location: Decks 14-16 (front of the ship only, within MSC Yacht Club)
• Number Available: 15
• Capacity: 2 Passengers

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite (YC1)

The Deluxe Suite offers the same as the Interior Suite but has a balcony and a spacious sitting area with a sofa.

• Surface Area: 29 sqm
• Balcony Area: Approx 5 sqm
• Location: Decks 14-18 (front of the ship only, within MSC Yacht Club)
• Number Available: 78

MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suite with whirlpool (YCP)

Taking it up another level, there are suites within MSC Yacht Club that offer their own private whirlpool. These are similar to the suites that have a whirlpool in Aurea, however, they are duplex (split-level) – giving you much more room than most suites.

Downstairs they offer a private dining area and a separate bathroom (and wardrobe), with outside access to the private whirlpool.

• Surface Area: 59 sqm
• Balcony Area: approx 23 sqm
• Location: Decks 9-12
• Number Available: 8

MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite (YC3)

The very best accommodation on the ship is a pair of Royal Suites within the MSC Yacht Club.

These exclusive suites allow you to live like a King (or Queen!) for the duration of your cruise and you won’t want to leave when you have stayed here. They offer the features of the whirlpool suite, however, everything is on one deck (rather than a duplex) and there is a larger balcony area.

• Surface Area: 58 sqm
• Balcony Area: 70 sqm
• Location: Deck 15 only (within MSC Yacht Club)
• Number Available: 2

MSC Virtuosa Family Cabins & Suites

These days, cruise ships cater much better to families than previously. You’ll find 190 different cabins and suites which are available to be booked together and offer an interconnecting door between them (and you’ll end up with an extra-wide balcony!)

• Super Family: Combination of two connected balcony cabins – together can fit up to six people (three people in each)
• Super Family Plus: Combination of two connected suites – together can fit up to twelve people (six people in each)

See the deck plan for the symbol for Connecting Staterooms and also the symbols for bunk beds.

These cabins usually go fairly quickly when bookings open – so make sure your reserve yours sooner than later.

Note: Cabins 13265, 13376, 14235 and 14278 have bunk beds only (for 3rd/4th passengers)

MSC Virtuosa Cabins Frequently Asked Questions

How many cabins are on the msc virtuosa.

There are 2,421 cabins on the ship.

Are there kettles in cabins on MSC Virtuosa?

Yes. There are kettles in all cabins and suites when MSC Virtuosa is sailing from Southampton.

What decks are cabins on MSC Virtuosa?

Deck 5 and Decks 8-16.

What is the difference between a Bella or Fantastica Balcony cabin?

There is no difference other than location. The MSC experiences offer different onboard amenities.

Does MSC Virtuosa have a Yacht Club?

Yes. The MSC Yacht Club is located at the front of the ship between decks 14-19.

Can I bring food on an MSC Cruise?

You can’t bring food onto an MSC Cruises ship. You can bring some snacks during embarkation, but food, in general, is not permitted.

Can I bring alcohol on an MSC Cruise?

You can’t bring alcohol onto MSC Cruises ships.

Do you pay for shows on MSC Virtuosa?

No. The shows in the main theatre are free (you just need to prebook each day, but there are some walk-in seats available too). The ship has a second theatre called the Carousel Lounge that offers two paid-for shows throughout most cruises.

Final Thoughts

Choosing a cabin or suite on a cruise ship is probably the second hardest thing to do after picking your itinerary.

However, with the right information, you can be sure to pick the exact type of accommodation that suits you!

There is no right or wrong choice in picking a cabin; some people prefer inside cabins because they only sleep/get changed in them – and use the savings for other things on their cruise (or a longer cruise!).

Others prefer a balcony so they always have a view of where they are and have their own private outdoor space – but it is totally a personal preference on what you pick.

Thankfully, MSC Virtuosa has many choices available for all passengers!

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Stateroom Features

• Single or double (upon request) beds
• Spacious wardrobe
• Bath with large shower
• Interactive TV
• Air conditioning
• Wifi connection (for a fee)
• Nespresso type machine

Category Codes

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Butler Service / Concierge Service / Priority Check In / Priority Luggage Delivery / Priority Debarkation / Priority Tender Boarding / Exclusive Lounge / Exclusive Dinner Restaurant / Priority Dining Reservations / Exclusive Pool / Exclusive Outdoor Lounge / Pillow Menu / 24-hour room service / Welcome package (Prosecco and chocolate box) / Access to Top Exclusive Solarium / Bathrobe and slippers in cabin / Access to Thermal area / 40% off dedicated Spa prepaid package / 10% off Spa treatments purchased on board / Premium Extra Drink Package / Premium Internet Package / Luggage packing/unpacking / Newspaper delivery upon request / MSC for ME wristband / Gourmet restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner / Panoramic Top Sail Lounge with bar /

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MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite with Balcony Jacuzzi

Layout (floor plan).

All passengers booked in MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite accommodations receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• smart HDTV (interactive LCD TV), phone, electronic safe (in the closet), Nespresso coffee machine
• Myform Memory mattresses
• Dorelan pillows menu
• Egyptian cotton bathrobes, slippers
• luxury bedding (by Mascioni)
• marble bathroom with shower / bathtub
• fully stocked mini-bar
• goodnight gourmet chocolates (by Venchi)
• private balcony with a whirlpool tub and dining area (6-seat table)
• Nintendo Wii gaming console
• Priority services (check-in / check-out, embarkation / disembarkation, tendering)
• 24-hour personal concierge, butler service, room service (free delivery)
• Unlimited drinks in all MSC Yacht Club venues (including the suite's mini-bar drinks)
• All-inclusive (complimentary) free-time dining (lunches and dinners) in the exclusive MSC Yacht Club restaurant
• Unlimited drinks in all onboard bars and restaurants
• Free Thermal Suite access
• Direct access (via private elevator) to MSC Aurea Spa
• Exclusive access to "The One Sun Deck" and "Top Sail Lounge"

MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suite with Balcony Jacuzzi

Category YJD (MSC Duplex Suites) are 2-floor accommodations. On Level 1 are the living/dining room (double sofabed), wardrobe, bathroom (shower), terrace (with an outdoor Jacuzzi). On Level 2 are the Master Bedroom (double bed/non-convertible to twins), bathroom (shower, spa tub), wardrobe, Sundeck (loungers).

All passengers booked in Duplex Suites receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• 2-deck-high (lower / upper level) stateroom - main level (living/dining room, double sofabed), upper level (master bedroom, queen bed convertible to 2 single beds / upon request)
• 2 HDTVs, 2 phones, electronic safe (in the closet), mini-bar
• 2 walk-in wardrobes
• 2 bathrooms with shower (1 with bathtub)
• private balcony with whirlpool hot tub
• Priority services (boarding, tendering, dinner seating / at onboard complimentary restaurants)
• 24-hour room service
• Unlimited drinks by MSC's "All-Inclusive Classic Drink Package"
• Complimentary Spa package - welcome cocktail, your-choice massage (spa menu), tanning shower, private wellness consultation, Thermal Area free access (throughout the cruise, adults only), private solarium access
• Complimentary room diffuser (100 ml)

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite

All passengers booked in MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suites receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite

All passengers booked in MSC Yacht Club Interior Suites receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• interactive large LCD TV, phone, electronic safe (in the closet), Nespresso coffee machine
• 1 queen bed (or 2 single beds/ upon request)
• private bathroom with shower
• Priority services (check-in / check-out, embarkation / disembarkation, tendering)
• Unlimited drinks in all MSC Yacht Club venues (including the cabin's mini-bar drinks)

Angle-Balcony Grand & Premium Suites with Terrace Jacuzzi

All passengers booked in Angle Balcony Suites receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• smart HDTV (interactive), phone, electronic safe (in the closet), mini-bar
• 1 queen bed (or 2 single beds / upon request)
• large wardrobe
• private (angle) balcony with whirlpool hot tub
• Unlimted drinks by MSC's "All-Inclusive Classic Drink Package"

Aft-Facing Premium Suite

Premium Suites accommodate up to 6 people being fitted with a double bed (convertible to twins), double sofabed, as well as two bunk beds (lower and upper) in a separate "kids bedroom".

SuperFamily Plus Cabins

All passengers booked in MSC family cabins (connecting staterooms for families) receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• Note: Super Family Plus cabins combine 3 connecting rooms (1 Inside plus 2 Balcony).
• 3 HDTVs, 3 phones, 3 electronic safes (in the closets), 2 mini-bars
• 3 wardrobes
• 3 bathrooms (2 with showers, 1 with shower / bathtub)
• 2 private balconies
• bed configuration (max sleeping capacity 10 people) - combination of lower and upper beds plus double sofabeds
• Dedicated and supervised kids activities (educational and recreational), "Doremi Chef" cooking courses
• Classic dining (assigned first or second sitting) or Flexi dining (your-time). Switching dining styles is available after booking and also after boarding the ship.

SuperFamily Balcony Cabin

All passengers booked in MSC Super Family cabins (connecting staterooms for families) receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• Note: Super Family cabins combine 2 connecting balcony rooms
• 2 HDTVs, 2 phones, 2 electronic safes (in the closets), 2 mini-bars
• 2 wardrobes
• 2 bathrooms (1 with showers, 1 with shower / bathtub)
• bed configuration (max sleeping capacity 6 people) - combination of lower beds plus double sofabeds

Family Cabins

All passengers booked in MSC Family Balcony cabins (connecting staterooms for families) receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• Note: Family Balcony accommodations are 2 connecting cabins (1 Inside plus 1 Balcony or 1 Oceanview).
• 1 private balcony (or Porthole Window)
• bed configuration (max sleeping capacity 6 people) - combination of lower beds (queen and single) plus double sofabeds

Balcony Cabin

All passengers booked in MSC Balcony cabins receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• interactive TV), phone, electronic safe (in the closet), mini-bar
• private bathroom (with shower/bathtub)
• private balcony

Note: Wheelchair-accessible cabins (for disabled passengers) are sized up to 325 ft2 (30 m2).

Depending on Balcony cabin class, passengers additionally receive the following amenities:

• Bella Cabins - 20-hours-a-day gourmet buffet, dining preferences (Flexi Early or Late / at booking), free access to 5 different kids and teen clubs.
• Fantastica Cabins ("Bella" privileges plus) - upper deck room location, Classic dining (first or second assigned sitting) or Flexi / your-time). Dining styles can be selected after booking or after boarding. 24-hour room service, Dedicated and supervised kids activities (educational and recreational), "Doremi Chef" cooking courses.
• Wellness / Spa Cabins ("Fantastica" privileges plus) - upper deck room location, My Choice dining (anytime dinner, priority access to the ship's complimentary restaurants), Wellness Welcome Kit (MSC logoed T-shirt, shorts, sports towel), complimentary health check-up onboard, Inbody analyzer test (with personal Technogym-trained instructor), personalized Wellness program (1 complimentary gym class per day / every on 7+ day cruises), exclusive wellness-themed shore activities, unlimited mineral water onboard (at bars, restaurants, buffet, in-cabin bottled water), 1 sports drink per day (in-cabin minibar), complimentary gym gear laundry service, 1 free souvenir photo.
• Aurea Cabins ("Fantastica" privileges plus) - priority boarding, Unlimted drinks (by MSC's "All-Inclusive Classic Drink Package"), My Choice dining (anytime dinner, priority access to the ship's complimentary restaurants), Complimentary Spa package (welcome cocktail, your-choice massage/spa menu, tanning shower, private wellness consultation, Thermal Area free access (throughout the cruise, adults only), private solarium access, room diffuser (100 ml).

(decks 8-14) Deluxe Balcony Aurea cabins are sized 17 m2.

(decks 13-14) Studio Balcony/single cabins are sized 12 m2.

Oceanview Cabin

All passengers booked in MSC Oceanview cabins receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• smart HDTV (interactive LCD TV), phone, electronic safe (in the closet), mini-bar
• private bathroom (with shower)

Depending on Oceanview cabin class (low to high - Bella, Fantastica, Spa), passengers additionally receive the following amenities:

• Wellness / Spa Cabins ("Fantastica" privileges plus) - upper deck room location, My Choice dining (anytime dinner, priority access to the ship's complimentary restaurants), Wellness Welcome Kit (MSC logoed T-shirt, shorts, sports towel), complimentary health check-up onboard, Inbody analyzer test (with personal Technogym-trained instructor), personalized Wellness program (1 complimentary gym class per day / every day on 7+ days cruises), exclusive wellness-themed shore activities, unlimited mineral water onboard (at bars, restaurants, buffet, in-cabin bottled water), 1 sports drink per day (in-cabin minibar), complimentary gym gear laundry service, 1 free souvenir photo.

(decks 9-11) Premium Ocean View cabins accommodate up to 6 people and are sized 25 m2.

(deck 5) Deluxe Ocean View cabins are sized 16 m2.

(deck 8) Junior Ocean View and Junior Ocean View with Obstructed View cabins are sized 12 m2.

Interior Cabin

All passengers booked in MSC Interior cabins receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

Depending on Inside cabin class (low to high - Bella, Fantastica, Spa), passengers additionally receive the following amenities:

(decks 5-14) Deluxe Interior cabins are sized 17 m2.

(decks 5-13) Studio Interior/single cabins are sized 12 m2.

Studio Single Cabin

All passengers booked in Studios receive the following perks (bonus amenities and services):

• smart HDTV (interactive TV), phone, electronic safe (in the closet), mini-bar
• wardrobe, vanity table/writing desk with chair
• 1 French bed (sized 140x200 cm / 255x78 inches)

MSC's Studios (categories IS-Interior, OS-OceanView, BS-Balcony) are available for booking with single-occupancy rates only.

Handicap|Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins

For passengers with disabilities, MSC Virtuosa has a total of 58 handicap-accessible cabins (25x Inside, 32x Balcony, 1x Deluxe Suite).

Each of the handicapped staterooms features: larger size (compared to the non-accessible counterpart), wider doors (width 35 inches / 0,9 m, sitting-level keycard slot), wider turning spaces (5 ft / 1,5 m), ramped thresholds, beds with open bed frames, lowered vanity in the sitting area, amplified phones, captioned TVs, wider bathrooms (door width 35 inches / 0,9 m, roll-in shower, fold-down shower bench, grab rails, lower sinks and closet rods, raised toilets, hand-held shower head, seat height from the floor 0,4 m).

All ADA cabins also feature a convenient location near the elevators.

The ship's gangways are all wide enough for most types of wheelchairs and disability scooters.

All decks provide elevator access.

All passenger lifts have visual, audio and Braille deck indicators.

During an emergency, dedicated crew personnel helps all disabled guests (also those with reduced mobility) to board the ship's lifeboats.

MSC Virtuosa cabins review

Of all MSC Virtuosa staterooms (2421 total), 1650 are outside, 755 are inside, 60 are ADA-compliant (wheelchair-accessible cabins for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility). All cruise accommodations have a double bed (convertible to 2 single beds). The number of all cabin categories is 20, including the Wellness (Spa) grades YCW-Deluxe Suite, BW-Balcony, OW-Oceanview, and IW-Inside.

For accommodating more guests (up to 10), the ship offers 3 types of "family cabins", comprising of 2 or 3 modular connecting rooms (and their balconies). These are the categories FPB ("Super Family Plus"), FLA ("Super Family"), and FMB ("Family") balconied staterooms. The MSC ship Virtuosa features 95x Yacht Club Suites (fore-located on decks 14-15-16-18), 8x Duplex Suites (2-level accommodations) 15x Interior Studios (dedicated for solo travelers single cabins without single supplement). Some cabins (including the Studios) are with reduced-size beds (140x200 cm / 255x78 inches).

Follows the review of MSC Virtuosa staterooms as amenities, furniture and included (complimentary) services:

All passenger cabins as amenities offer twin beds (singles convertible to king, or double upon request), leather headboard, bedside tables and wall lamps, pillow menu, smart HDTV (with an interactive TV system, allowing bookings from the cabin, also itinerary/ports of call and tours/excursions information, movies on demand, live webcam views), direct-dial phone (onboard connections only), safe, hairdryer, mini-bar/fridge, closet/wardrobe, sitting/lounge area (mirrored vanity table, chairs), en-suite bathroom (WC, sink, shower), individual air-conditioning (thermostat controlled), Wi-Fi Internet access. All MSC YACHT CLUB cabins additionally have Nespresso machines.

All Suite categories feature larger bathrooms with bathtubs.

Interconnecting "cluster cabins" are specifically designed for large families and family group travel. This new concept allows up to 3 cruise staterooms to be linked together and opened up. Virtuosa ship’s family cabins are in 3 main categories – FAMILY (max occupancy 6 passengers, 2 connecting rooms, 2 baths, 1 balcony), SUPERFAMILY (max occupancy 6 passengers, 2 connecting rooms, 2 baths /1 with bathtub, 2 balconies) and SUPERFAMILY PLUS (max occupancy 10 passengers, 3 connecting rooms, 3 baths, 2 balconies).

Angle Balcony Suites feature larger bathrooms and a veranda with a whirlpool bath. Duplex Suites feature 2 walk-in closets, 2 bathrooms (1 with bathtub, 1 with shower), veranda with a whirlpool bath.

YACHT CLUB Royal Suites feature a spacious veranda (40 m2) with a 6-seat dining table and a whirlpool bath.

MSC "BELLA cabins" are in categories I1-Inside, O1-Oceanview, and B1-Balcony. Booking Bella-class staterooms additionally offer as extra perks: 20-hour gourmet buffet, organized daily scheduled activities, access to a dedicated swimming pool, modern gym, open-air sports facilities, plus earning MSC Club points for more perks on the next cruise.

MSC "FANTASTICA cabins" are in categories I2-Inside, O2-Oceanview, B2-Balcony, and all SuperFamily rooms. Booking Fantastica-class staterooms additionally offer as extra perks: 24-hour room service, 50% discount on fitness classes, specially dedicated to kids activities, free in-room dining (breakfast), free delivery, priority dinner sitting, cooking sessions with the ship’s Master Chef. These higher-grade cabins are with upper deck location and offer easy access to elevators and popular lounges.

MSC "AUREA cabins" are in category B3-Balcony. Booking Aurea-class staterooms additionally offers: a complimentary Aurea Spa package, Thermal Area unlimited access, 60-min massage PP (max 2 per cabin), 20-min Solarium usage, welcome cocktail party, plus priority services (check-in, embarkation, tendering), bathrobes, slippers, luxury spa products, 24-hour unlimited drinks (specialty coffee, wine and beer, cocktails, soft beverages, gelato ice cream).

MSC YACHT CLUB passengers enjoy an exclusive butler service (available 24-hours), dedicated concierge service (24-hour Concierge Reception), all-inclusive dining (a la carte menu, your-time dining in an exclusive gourmet restaurant (TBN), unlimited drinks (from cabin’s mini-bar and in all Yacht Club complex areas), exclusive "The One Sun Deck" (suites-only sundeck area) access, exclusive Top Sail Lounge access. The YACHT CLUB’s exclusive lounge areas are "Top Sail Lounge" (with its own restaurant) and "The One Pool Deck" (swimming pool, whirlpools, sundeck served by its own bar).

MSC’s "Super Family Plus" cabins are category B1-Balcony staterooms (location on decks 9, 10, 11). Facing forward, they interconnect with an interior room and another B1-Balcony (forward location too) making a "Super Family Plus". Some of the aft-location B2-Balcony staterooms (location – decks 9 through 14) have an extra single bed and can be connected to make a "Super Family Plus". When a balcony room is combined with an adjoining interior cabin it becomes a "Superfamily".

Passengers booked in MSC Wellness cabins (IW-Inside, OW-Oceanview, BW-Balcony, and YCW-Yacht Club) receive access to dedicated sports facilities, training equipment, and amenities, along with the personal trainer, personalized fitness program, exclusive fitness-themed excursions, healthy food/drinks, charge-free laundry service (gym wear only).

Note: On decks 13 and 14, balcony cabins colored in pink are the line’s new "wellness" class. In the same class are also the interior staterooms on deck 13, plus 4 outside staterooms on deck 8.

ZOE is MSC's (and cruise industry's first) new in-cabin digital assistant. The technology was developed by Harman International (US-based company, a fully-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics).

• ZOE is an artificial intelligence device (voice-enabled, with advanced voice recognition software) available in all passenger staterooms.
• ZOE speaks 7 languages, answer cruise-related questions, provides info on shipboard services-activities-facilities, makes reservations and bookings.
• The digital device features far-field microphones, top-quality speaker, quad-core processor (for fast response times), direct phone connection (through Bluetooth). The system can also upgrade its own database to answer previously unanswerable questions.
• Passenger data (including itinerary/tour and shipboard preferences) is stored in the Cloud Storage system and used on the next scheduled voyage.
• The device (sized ~15 cm) can be activated whenever passengers choose. A waiver must be signed to agree for their personal data to be stored.

Starting with Bellissima (2019), ZOE will be available on all newbuild MSC liners and introduced fleetwide over 2019-2024.

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STATEROOMS & SUITES

• Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request
• Balcony with private whirlpool bath and dining table 
• Separate living area and dining room
• Walk-in closet
• Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker
• Approx. 624 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 753 ft 2
• Located on deck 15 Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club  The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Two-floor stateroom • Balcony • Main floor      o Open living and dining room with sofa that converts to a double bed      o Bathroom with shower • Second floor      o Master bedroom with king bed that can be converted into two single beds on request      o Two walk-in closets      o Bathroom with bathtub      o Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar      o Complimentary Wi-Fi      o ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker • Approx. 635 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 248 ft 2 • Located on decks 9 - 12 Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category). 
• Sitting area with sofa
• Spacious closet
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
• Approx. 312 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 54 ft 2
• Located on decks 14 - 18 Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Complimentary Wi-Fi 
• Approx. 183 ft 2
• Located on decks 14 - 16 Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club   The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Large balcony with a private whirlpool bath
• Sitting area with double sofa bed
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
• Wi-Fi access available ($)
• Approx. 420 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 388 ft 2
• Located on deck 12 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Balcony with private whirlpool bath
• Approx. 291 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 280 – 323 ft 2
• Located on decks 9 - 13 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds
• Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
• Accommodates up to 6 guests
• Approx. 269 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 32 – 151 ft 2
• Located on decks 9 - 14 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Approx.183 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 – 86 ft 2 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Approx.183 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 65 – 86 ft 2 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Sitting area with single sofa bed
• Approx.129 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 ft 2 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Window with sea view
• Relaxing armchair
• Approx. 269 ft 2 
• Accommodates up to 6 guests The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Approx. 172 ft 2 
• Surface 12 sqm, deck 8
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
• Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
• Can accomodate up to 6 people

The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

• Approx. 129 ft 2 
• Located on decks 5-14 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Approx. 129 ft 2

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Choose from a wide variety of elegant accommodation, including family options, duplex suites with a private whirlpool bath, and the highest ratio of sea-view balcony cabins of any cruise ship.

MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite

• Surface 58 sqm, balcony approx 70 sqm, Deck 15 
• Balcony with private whirlpool bath  and dining table 
• Separate living area and dining room
• Walk-in wardrobes
• Bathroom with tub and shower, vanity area with hairdryer
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
• Wifi connection included
• ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker
• Interactive TV, telephone,safe and minibar

MSC Yacht Club Duplex Suite with Whirlpool

• Surface 59 sqm with a balcony approx. 23 sqm, deck 9-12, with dining table and private whirlpool bath
• Two-deck-high cabin
• Easy access to the Yacht Club areas
• Open living/dining room with sofa that converts to double bed
• Bathroom with shower
• Master bedroom with double bed which can be converted into two single beds (on request)
• Two walk in wardrobes
• Bathroom with tub
• Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite

• Surface  29 sqm, balcony approx 5 sqm, deck 14-18
• Sitting area with sofa
• Spacious wardrobe  
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub , vanity area with hairdryer 

MSC Yacht Club Interior Suite

• Surface 17 sqm, deck 14-16
• Spacious wardrobe
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub , vanity area with hairdryer

Grand Suite Aurea with Terrace and Whirlpool

• Surface approx. 39 sqm, large balcony approx 36 sqm with its own private whirlpool bath, Deck 12
• Walk-in Wardrobe. Setting Area with double sofa bed. 
• Bathroom with shower vanity area with hairdryers.
• Double bed can be converted into two single beds (on request). 
• Interactive TV, telephone and safe. 
• Wifi connection available (for a fee). 
• Mini bar. Air conditioning.

Size, layout and furniture may vary from that shown (within the same cabin category) The image is representative only

Premium Suite Aurea With Terrace and Whirlpool

• Surface  27 sqm, with balcony (approx 26-30 sqm) with its own private whirlpool bath, deck 9-13
• Spacious Wardrobe. 
• Sitting Area with double sofa bed.

Premium Suite Aurea

• Surface 25 sqm, balcony approx 3-14 sqm, deck 9-14
• Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
• Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), and minibar
• Can accomodate up to 6 people
• Surface approx 12 to 17 sqm, balcony approx 4-8 sqm
• Sitting area with sofa 
• Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
• ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker   Choose the cabin type that best suits you:
• Deluxe Balcony Aurea (best ship position, surface 17 sqm, deck 11-13)
• Deluxe Balcony (surface 17 sqm, deck 8-14)
• Deluxe Balcony with Partial View (surface 17 sqm, deck 8, 14)
• Studio Balcony (single use, surface 12 sqm, deck 13-14)

• Surface approx. 12-25 sqm
• Window with sea view  
• Relaxing armchair 
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer 
• Premium Ocean View, can accommodate up to 6 people (surface 25 sqm, deck 9-11)
• Deluxe Ocean View (surface 16 sqm, deck 5) 
• Junior Ocean View (surface 12 sqm, deck 8) 
• Junior Ocean View with obstructed view (surface 12 sqm, Deck 8)
• Surface approx 12-17 sqm
• Relaxing armchair
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request) 
• Deluxe Interior (surface 17 sqm, deck 5-14)
• Studio Interior (single use, surface 12 sqm, deck 5-14)

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MSC Virtuosa Cabins & Suites

• Surface   58 sqm, balcony 70 sqm, Deck 15
• Balcony with private whirlpool bath and dining table
• Separate living area and dining room
• Walk-in wardrobes
• Bathroom with tub and shower, vanity area with hairdryer
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
• Wifi connection included
• Interactive TV, telephone,safe and minibar
• ZOE - in-cabin Bluetooth speaker

Discover a world of privileges with MSC Yacht Club including:

• 24-Hour Butler service and dedicated concierge
• Premium Extra Drink and Internet packages included
• Complimentary Access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea SPA
• Balinese massage package and Specialty restaurants package, available up to 2 days prior to embarkation; 10% discount on all spa treatments purchased on board..
• 1 Free cruise change

The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category).

• Surface   59 sqm with a balcony  23 sqm , deck 9-12 , with dining table and private whirlpool bath
• Two-deck-high cabin
• Easy access to the Yacht Club areas

Main level:

• Open living/dining room with sofa that converts to double bed
• Bathroom with shower

Second level

• Master bedroom with double bed which can be converted into two single beds (on request)
• Two walk in wardrobes
• Bathroom with tub
• Interactive TV, telephone, safe and minibar

• Surface 29 sqm, balcony approx 5 sqm, deck 14-18
• Sitting area with sofa
• Spacious wardrobe
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer

• Surface 17 sqm, deck 14-16

• Surface 39 sqm, large balcony approx 36 sqm with its own private whirlpool bath , deck 12
• Walk-in Wardrobe. Setting Area with double sofa bed.
• Bathroom with shower vanity area with hairdryers.
• Double bed can be converted into two single beds (on request).
• Interactive TV, telephone and safe.
• Wifi connection available (for a fee).
• Mini bar. Air conditioning.

Size, layout and furniture may vary from that shown (within the same cabin category).

The image is representative only.

• Surface . 27 sqm, with balcony (approx 26-30 sqm) with its own private whirlpool bath , deck 9-13
• Spacious Wardrobe.
• Sitting Area with double sofa bed.

• Surface   25 sqm, balcony approx 3-14 sqm, deck 9-14
• Bathroom with bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
• Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), and minibar
• Can accomodate up to 6 people

The image is representative only .

• Surface 17 sqm, balcony 6 sqm, deck 11-13
• Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

• Surface 17 sqm, balcony 6 sqm, deck 8-10

• Surface 17 sqm, balcony 6 sqm, deck 8-14

• Surface 12 sqm, balcony 4 sqm, deck 13-14
• Sitting area with single sofa bed

• Surface 25 sqm, deck 9-11
• Window with sea view
• Relaxing armchair
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer

• Surface 16 sqm, deck 5

• Surface 12 sqm, deck 8

• Surface  12 sqm deck 8

• Surface 17 sqm, deck 5-10
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer

Surface 12 sqm, deck 5-14

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MSC Cruises sails nearly two dozen beautiful ships from home ports around the world, but their inviting sun decks can be crowded, and you're likely to encounter queues for dinner, shows and guest services.

The trick to creating a more luxurious experience on this big-ship cruise line is to book a stay in the line's Yacht Club. This upscale enclave within MSC Cruises ' larger ships offers guests more spacious accommodations, butler service and dedicated restaurants and lounges — even coffee delivered to your room each morning, just the way you like it.

Because of the Yacht Club , MSC can offer an inviting experience for cruisers who like big-ship cruising but crave more elevated accommodations, dining and amenities. MSC Cruises was one of the first lines to introduce this ship-within-a-ship concept, along with Norwegian Cruise Line . Now other popular cruise lines, such as Royal Caribbean , also have adopted it.

The Yacht Club section on several of MSC Cruises' ships offers gated access to semi-private dining, butler service and more, but it comes at a price. Find out how much you can expect to pay and what you'll get for your money.

What are the MSC Yacht Club perks?

All stays in the Yacht Club include priority check-in and checkout; priority disembarkation and boarding on shore excursions days; free premium alcohol and Wi-Fi packages; a bathrobe and slippers; complimentary access to the Aurea Spa thermal suite; 24-hour concierge and butler services (dining and spa reservations, unpacking and repacking, morning coffee delivery, etc.); a free daily in-cabin newspaper of your choice, delivered; and the ability to change your cruise one time without penalty.

Yacht Club cruisers are also entitled to discounts of 10% on spa treatments, 20% on specialty dining packages and 40% on spa packages.

In addition, passengers booked in the Yacht Club have access to their own dedicated bar, lounge and restaurant, as well as a semi-private outdoor bar, pool and hot tubs, all on an exclusive sun deck. When ships dock at the line's private island, Ocean Cay Marine Reserve , Yacht Club passengers have private beach and restaurant access .

In their cabins, Yacht Club cruisers will find a pillow menu, memory foam mattresses, high-quality linens, bathrooms with marble floors, a specialty coffee maker, complimentary open minibar access, one gratis bottle of spirits (choose from a list of available options), free one-time snacks, 24-hour room service and nightly turn-down chocolates from Venchi, an Italian chocolatier that partners with the cruise line.

Which MSC cruise ships have the Yacht Club?

Thirteen ships in the MSC Cruises fleet have the Yacht Club on board:

• MSC Bellissima
• MSC Euribia
• MSC Fantasia
• MSC Grandiosa
• MSC Meraviglia
• MSC Preziosa
• MSC Seascape.
• MSC Seashore.
• MSC Seaside
• MSC Seaview
• MSC Splendida
• MSC Virtuosa
• MSC World Europa

Upcoming vessel MSC World America (2025) also will have the Yacht Club.

The largest Yacht Club in the fleet is on MSC World Europa, offering 152 suites. The second-largest is found on the line's two Seaside EVO Class ships, MSC Seashore and MSC Seascape, which each have 131 suites.

MSC Yacht Club cabins

All accommodations in the Yacht Club are labeled as suites, even though they comprise some standard cabin types. The specific stateroom types offered will vary by ship, but in general, they range from windowless interior cabins and deluxe balcony rooms to Executive and Royal Suites with more space, walk-in closets and bathrooms with both showers and bathtubs.

New to the fleet with the line's World Class are 1,600-square-foot Owner Suites, which include multi-room layouts, walk-in closets, bathtubs and balconies, each with a whirlpool and alfresco dining area.

Also new are Duplex Suites, offering two decks of space, with the bedroom and bathroom upstairs and a dining area, living room and guest bath downstairs. These also include two private sun decks with loungers, one of which boasts a whirlpool.

How much does it cost to stay in the MSC Yacht Club?

As you might expect, the cost to stay in the Yacht Club depends on several factors, including cabin type, the length of the sailing and where you're going and when. However, in line with the rest of the brand's pricing, a stay in the Yacht Club is an excellent value when you compare it to stays in other lines' dedicated suite areas or to luxury cruise prices.

I priced out several sailings departing over the next two years on some of the line's newest and largest ships. This is what was available at press time. (Note: MSC Cruises' website will only allow me to choose a general Yacht Club designation when booking. That means a guaranteed suite within the Yacht Club, but you won't know what type it is until closer to sailing.)

• 7-night Caribbean and Bahamas cruise on MSC Seascape: $6,538 (including taxes) for two adults, round trip from Miami, March 16-23, 2024
• 11-night Bermuda, Canada and New England cruise on MSC Meraviglia: $9,958 (including taxes) for two adults, round trip from Brooklyn, New York, Sept. 25-Oct. 6, 2024
• 7-night Mediterranean cruise on MSC World Europa: $5,118 (including taxes) for two adults, round trip from Barcelona, May 2-9, 2025
• 7-night Mediterranean on MSC Divina: $5,858 (including taxes) for two adults, round trip from Kusadasi, Turkey, June 5-12, 2025

Check out the MSC Cruises website to learn more about the MSC Yacht Club .

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