
Marella Explorer 2
There’s a suitably grown-up feel to this adults-only ship. We’ve cherry-picked some of the facilities from its sister ship Marella Explorer, like The Dining Club and Indigo Bar, Club and Casino. But there are some special one-offs, too, like themed bars and eateries.
Good for
Spa and Beauty Salon, Multiple Bars, Fitness Classes, Casino, Live Entertainment
What to expect from Marella Explorer 2
Overview
The adults-only Marella Explorer 2 flaunts a range of exciting facilities, from a large spa to a chic bar-club-casino space. You’ve got ten bars and nine restaurants on this ship, too. Top spots include The 19th Hole – a golf-themed bar with a golf simulator – Flutes, where you can sip Champagne* or Prosecco to the sounds of a pianist, and Beach Cove – a relaxed restaurant with barbecue-inspired menus and quirky swinging seats. Not to mention the outdoor spaces, like The Veranda, where you can enjoy far-reaching sea views.
Accommodation
The cabins shown are representative of the general standard of cabins onboard. Your cabin may differ slightly in décor, design and size. All of our cabins come with:
• Air-conditioning
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• Hairdryer
• Flatscreen TV
• Wardrobe space
• Safe
Royal Suite
Royal Suite Cabin with Balcony and Suite Service
Our Royal Suite is the crème de la crème of cabins. Not only does it line up a bedroom with a king-size bed, but it also packs in a separate living area with a sofa bed, a dining area and a dressing area. You've also got an en suite bathroom with a shower, a WC and a tub, plus a big balcony with a whirlpool. And all this measures up at a sizeable 94m². When you book a cabin with Suite service included, you can look forward to one continental breakfast in bed per person per week, and a free pressing service for up to three items during your stay. On top of that, you’ll have a coffee machine, slippers, a dressing gown, upgraded toiletries and a pillow menu in your cabin.
Executive Suite
Executive Suite Cabin with Balcony and Suite Service
The Executive Suites live up to their name, with separate living and sleeping areas. The 46m² suites come with twin beds in the bedroom, which you can convert into a queen-size. There's a double sofa-bed in the separate lounge, too. In the en suite bathroom, meanwhile, there's a bath, as well as a walk-in shower and a WC. And a furnished balcony rounds things off nicely. When you book a cabin with Suite service included, you can look forward to one continental breakfast in bed per person per week, and a free pressing service for up to three items during your stay. On top of that, you’ll have a coffee machine, slippers, a dressing gown, upgraded toiletries and a pillow menu in your cabin.
Junior Suite
Junior Suite Cabin with Balcony and Suite Service
Book one of our Junior Suites and you'll get to enjoy the views from your furnished balcony. These 23m2 suites are found on Deck 10 and 12, near the top of the ship, which gives you a great vantage point. Inside, you've got twin beds that convert into a queen-size, a sitting area with a double sofa bed and an en suite bathroom with a WC and shower over a bath. Please note cabins 1200 and 1201 do not have a bath. When you book a cabin with Suite service included, you can look forward to one continental breakfast in bed per person per week, and a free pressing service for up to three items during your stay. On top of that, you’ll have a coffee machine, slippers, a dressing gown, upgraded toiletries and a pillow menu in your cabin.
Deluxe Balcony Cabin
Deluxe Cabin with Balcony
Our 19m² Deluxe Balcony Cabins do exactly what they say on the tin. You'll get a furnished balcony, plus a queen-size bed, a double sofa bed and an en suite bathroom with a WC and shower. Please note, on Deck 9, these cabins come with a fixed double bed against the wall and a partition door that leads to a living area with a double sofa bed. Our Deck 10 cabins, meanwhile, don’t feature a partition door, and come with two single beds that can be pushed together to form a queen-size bed. The above image is of a cabin on Deck 9. Please see our deck plan for cabin numbers.
Balcony Cabin
Deck 12 Balcony Cabin
You can admire the horizon from your own furnished balcony with these cabins. They make the most of the 16m2 of space with a queen-size bed or twin beds that convert to a queen-size. And the en-suite bathroom packs in a shower and a WC. Our 3-berth cabins have a sofa bed or extra fold-down bed. Just so you know, balcony cabins on deck 12 have an obstructed view from the balcony.
Decks 9/10 Balcony Cabin
You can admire the horizon from your own furnished balcony with these cabins. They make the most of the 16m² of space with a queen-size bed or twin beds that convert to a queen-size. And the en suite bathroom packs in a shower and a WC. Our 3 and 4-berth cabins have a sofa bed or extra fold-down bed.
Deck 8 Balcony Cabin
You can admire the horizon from your own furnished balcony with these cabins. They make the most of the 16m² of space with a queen-size bed or twin beds that convert to a queen-size. And the en suite bathroom packs in a shower and a WC. Please note, some cabins on Deck 8 have a different layout with a fixed double bed against the wall - see our deck plan for the cabin numbers.
Outside Cabin
Our Outside Cabins feature either a porthole or a picture window. They're 16m² in size, with twin beds that can be made into a queen-size, plus an en suite bathroom with a WC and shower. If you go for a 3-berth cabin, you’ll get an extra fold-down bed.
Inside Cabin
These cabins measure in at 16m², which means you get twin beds that can be made into a queen-size, plus an en suite bathroom with a WC and shower. If you go for a 3-berth cabin, you’ll get an extra fold-down bed.
Single Outside Cabin
A good option for solo travellers, these ones come with twin beds that can be made into a queen-size and an en suite bathroom with a WC and shower. Plus, there's the added bonus of a porthole or picture window.
Single Inside Cabin
Our Single Cabins were made for solo travellers. These ones come with twin beds that can be made into a queen-size and an en suite bathroom with a WC and shower.
Decks
Deck 15
- Minigolf
Deck 14
- The Sundeck
- The Veranda
- The Veranda Cabanas
- Running Track
Deck 12
- Indigo Bar & Club
- Indigo Casino
- The Shack
- Junior Suites
- Balcony Cabins
- Inside Cabins
Deck 11
- Oceans spa and Beauty Salon
- Gym
- Pool Bar
- Pool
- Whirlpools
- Snack Shack
- The Market Place
- Scoops
- The Terrace
- Beach Cove
- Nonna's
- Movies by Moonlight
Deck 10
- Royal Suite
- Executive Suite
- Junior Suite
- Deluxe Balcony Cabin
- Balcony Cabin
- Inside Cabin
Deck 9
- Deluxe Balcony Cabin
- Balcony Cabin
- Outside Cabin
- Inside Cabin
Deck 8
- Balcony Cabin
- Outside Cabin
- Inside Cabin
- Single Inside Cabin
Deck 7
- Broadway Show Lounge
- Broad Street Shops
- The Coffee Port
- Squid & Anchor
- The 19th Hole
- Photo Gallery
- Gin & Whiskey Bar
- Atrium
Deck 6
- Broadway Show Lounge
- Broad Street Shops
- Flutes
- Kora La
- Surf & Turf Steakhouse
- Aperitif
- Latitude 53
Deck 5
- Atrium
- Reception
- The Dining Club
- Destination Services
- Vista
- Latitude 53
- Cruise Holiday Store
- Bike Tours
- Single Inside Cabins
- Single Outside Cabins
- Outside Cabins
- Adapted Outside Cabins
- Adapted Inside Cabins
Deck 4
- Medical Centre
- Photo Studio
- Outside Cabins
- Inside Cabins
Kids and Teens
Please note: Adults Only
Gratuities
All tips and service charges are included in the price of your Cruise. You're not expected to tip any of our crew - unless you want to, of course.
Entertainment
Just like on Marella Explorer, Indigo is the ship’s flagship venue. It caters for daytime drinks with a view, as well as all-night dancing. A couple of other bars sort you out for laidback drinks, like the Squid & Anchor pub. For full-on glitz and glamour, the Broadway Show Lounge steps into view.
The 19th Hole
Themed cocktails aren’t all this clubhouse-inspired bar brings to the table. You can take up a seat in a golf buggy, or tee off on one of two golf simulators for a charge.
- Golf simulators with professional hosts
- Golf themed cocktails
- Chargeable
Flutes
If you’re after something bubbly, Flutes is the bar for you. You can sip glasses of Champagne* or Prosecco while listening to the sounds of a pianist. Plus, there are handy ‘press for bubbles’ buttons dotted around.
*Please note, Champagne isn’t included as part of the All Inclusive or the Premium All Inclusive drinks packages.
- Champagne and Prosecco Bar
- Perfect for pre-dinner drinks
- Press for bubbles buttons
Broadway Show Lounge
This show lounge is big enough to rival a Broadway theatre. And that’s not all it’s got going for it. There are 12 spectacular shows on offer, covering a variety of different styles of music. So, whatever your taste, you'll find something to tickle your fancy.
- 11 Unique Shows
- 2 Shows a Night
- West-end Style Shows
Indigo Bar
Indigo lays claim to a huge bar, where flare demonstrations and cocktail-making sessions take place. There’s also plenty of seating for taking in the 360-degree views – day or night.
Fast Facts:- Panoramic Views
- Quiet daytime venue and live music in the evening
- Silent Discos and late night discos
Indigo Casino
If you’re feeling lucky, you can try out the slot machines and card tables at the Indigo Casino.
Fast Facts:- Blackjack Tables
- Fruit Machines
- On Deck 12
Indigo Club
You’ll find the club in the middle of Indigo. It flaunts a dancefloor and a DJ booth.
- Silent Discos
- Late Night Disco
- On Deck 12
Aperitif
Thanks to its location, Aperitif is a great place to go before or after a meal at one of our speciality restaurants. Its menu features everything from Prosecco and spirits to cocktails.
Squid & Anchor
This pub at sea is a modern take on a traditional British watering hole. As such, it’s got a decent range of draught beers and some outside space. Plus, it hosts a live band, quiz nights and Saturday-night-style game shows on a regular basis.
- Quizzes
- Gameshows
- Marella's Own Pub at Sea
Photo Gallery & Photo Studio
Pop into the studio for a professional photoshoot. You’ll also find kiosks, where you can view and buy all the photos captured by our onboard photography team.
Broad Street Shops
Spanning two decks, this tip-top selection of boutiques is stocked with a huge range of products and big-name brands, covering everything from everyday essentials and souvenirs to perfume and jewellery.
- Open when the ship's at sea
- Range of Products from Top Brands
- Save on High Street Prices
Movies by Moonlight
Our open-air cinema lets you watch classic movies and the latest box office hits under the stars.#
- Classic Movies
- Latest Box Office Hits
- Movies Under the Stars
Pool Bar
Like the name suggests, this bar sits next to the pool, so it’s great for grabbing drinks and frozen cocktails.
The Shack
This deck bar provides cool-down drinks in between sunbathing. You’ll find it just above Snack Shack, overlooking the pool.
Reception
Reception is the place to go for any queries, currency exchange and wake-up calls. Plus, it’s open around-the-clock.
Enrichment
Explore, your way
Whether you like to discover hidden gems, taste your way around a town, or soak up the scenery from the comfort of a coach, we’ve got the excursion for you.
Bike Tours
For a different way of exploring a port of call, try one of our e-bike tours
This way, you can really get to know a destination and see the places that bus tours can't reach. You'll be led around by a guide, who'll give you the lowdown on all the sights.
Destination Services
If you want to find out more about our ports of call and excursions, come and chat to our Destination Services team. They’ve got guides and maps to help you find your way around. And you can book your next cruise with them, too.
Cultural Classes
Catch a cookery demo with one of the ship’s head chefs, or practice your own culinary skills at one of our kitchen classes. Cocktail-making demos and wine-tasting sessions also star on the agenda.
Dining
There are plenty of familiar faces on Marella Explorer 2’s dining scene. And they cater for all kinds of taste buds – whether you fancy some European eats or fiery Asian flavours.
Nonna's
Made-to-order pizza and pasta dishes are up for grabs at this place, which is open for lunch and dinner.
Fast Facts:- Pasta and Pizza Options
- Open for lunch and dinner
- Included
Latitude 53
The main waiter service restaurant is a good-looking place, with a gold-and-grey colour scheme and floor-to-ceiling windows. Menu-wise, you can expect traditional dishes with a modern twist.
Fast Facts:- Serves Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Waiter Service
- Included
Vista
You’ll find Vista on the first floor of Latitude 53. Come evening, it transforms into a contemporary Italian restaurant. You’ll find Vista on Deck 5 in Latitude 53. Come evening, it transforms into a contemporary Italian restaurant. Here, you can get regional Italian favourites made with authentic ingredients.
- Italian Restaurant
- Serves Dinner
- Included
The Market Place
You can watch chefs whip up dishes from around the world at this buffet restaurant. It’s made up of lots of different food stalls, hence its name. You can pick up fresh-out-the-oven pizzas, grilled-to-order paninis and sandwiches at lunchtime, and there's a design-your-own station every night, where you can choose all your ingredients for dishes like stir-fries.
- Buffet Restaurant
- Themed Dinners
- Included
Snack Shack
Food stalls, beach huts and oversized deckchairs set the scene at this laidback eatery. As such, you can look forward to grab ‘n’ go lunches and snacks, like hot dogs and burgers. There’s a drinks station on hand, too.
- Grab and Go Food
- Beach hut seating
- Included
The Dining Club
This fine dining restaurant was made for foodies. You’ll be treated to high-end cuisine – like seared scallops with Champagne butter and chateaubriand for two – making it the ideal spot for an extra special evening. It also hosts The Great Musical Afternoon Tea. This weekly event brings the West End to Marella Cruises, with dishes inspired by famous musicals – like the ‘Vietnamese Melody’ beef tenderloin yakitori and the ‘On My Own’ petit choux. There are six teas to choose from, as well as a cocktail of your choice. Plus, the whole place is decorated with show posters and memorabilia. This is one of the ship's speciality restaurants, so there's a charge to dine here – plus, we recommend you make a reservation in advance.
Fast Facts:- Fine Dining
- Pre-Bookable
- Chargeable
Surf & Turf Steakhouse
This place does what it says on the tin, specialising in all things meat and fish. The menu stars various cuts of steak, including the Porterhouse for two – and you can watch the chef cook yours on the open grill. Or you can create your own surf and turf with a selection of meats and seafood. This is one of the ship's speciality restaurants, so there's a charge to dine here – plus, we recommend you make a reservation in advance.
Fast Facts:- Steakhouse
- Pre-Bookable
- Chargeable
Kora La
You’ll feel like you’ve switched continents when you dine at this restaurant. It offers a pan-Asian selection of curries and noodle dishes, a separate sushi menu, plus bespoke dishes created by master chef Ian Pengelley exclusively for Marella Cruises. This is one of the ship's speciality restaurants, so there's a charge to dine here – plus, we recommend you make a reservation in advance.
- Pan-Asian Cuisine
- Pre-Bookable
- Chargeable
Beach Cove
Like the name suggests, this place has a beachy vibe. Big sliding doors will make you feel like you’re eating al fresco, the menus are inspired by barbecues, and the decor includes quirky swing seats. A charge applies to dine here in the evening and we recommend you make a reservation in advance.
- Barbecue inspired menu
- Open for lunch & dinner
- Evening Meal Chargeable
The Coffee Port
If you’re in need of a caffeine boost, this place will do the trick. It’s the biggest Coffee Port in our fleet, serving sweet treats courtesy of our in-house chocolatier and Lavazza coffee. After dark, you can treat yourself to one of our coffee or tea-based cocktails, like espresso martinis and green tea mojitos. Or, whip up a hot chocolate with a creamy liqueur, like Baileys Salted Caramel. Alongside this, you can make use of the books and board games, or charge up your phone with the USB points. All drinks from the menu that are served here are included in the Premium All Inclusive package only – a small charge applies for all other guests.
- Premium Coffee's and Sweet Treats
- To stay or take away
- Chargeable
Scoops
For those with a sweet tooth, try Scoops. This vintage-looking parlour serves up dollops of gelato in a range of flavours, and you can add toppings, too. The menu changes every day but you can expect out-of-the-ordinary options, like oreo, G&T and banoffee. The seating’s just as quirky – a collection of bike seats sit facing out to sea. A charge applies here.
- Homemade Gelato
- Freshly made waffle cones
- Chargeable
Room Service
Feeling peckish but don’t want to leave the comfort of your cabin? Take a look at our room service menu. You can order all sorts of snacks and drinks, from triple-stacked club sandwiches to steaming cups of hot chocolate.
Health and Fitness
Far from hustle and bustle, stress and everyday, guests are encouraged to delve into some R&R whilst on board Marella Explorer 2 by paying a visit to the Oceans spa and Beauty Salon, unwind by the pool, or re-energising in one of the Veranda Cabanas. For those who wish to keep active there's plenty to choose with our well-equipped gym which offers both classes and personal training options to get the blood pumping. If it's just a morning run you're after then why not take in the views from the Running Track on Deck 14.
Spa and Beauty Salon
At this state-of-the-art spa you can book in for treatments, like facials, body wraps and massages, plus there’s a beauty salon. The spa doesn’t scrimp on size. In fact, it’s the biggest in the fleet – packing in a relaxation room, made-for-two suites and treatment cabins with hot tubs. There’s also an adults-only sauna with floor-to-ceiling windows and a steam room. Just so you know, there's a charge for treatments and use of the facilities.
- Hair & Beauty Salon
- Wide Range of Treatments Available
- Chargeable
Gym
You can work up a sweat with the sea in sight at the gym. You can join in with top fitness classes, like yoga and indoor cycling.
Pool
The pool is split in two by a small stage in the middle, and you can look forward to daily entertainment.
Whirlpools
Four whirlpool baths bubble away by the main pool.
The Veranda
Cocoon chairs and Balinese beds give The Veranda its luxe feel. Plus, it's at the back of the ship, so it shows off stellar views of the horizon.
The Veranda Cabanas
If you’re feeling extra plush, you can hire a private cabana for the day or the week, for a charge. Plus, you can order drinks without moving from your lounger, courtesy of call buttons.
Minigolf
Couples can practice putting on this nine-hole minigolf green. It’s right at the top of the ship, so it comes with great sea views.
- Sea Views
- 9 Hole Course
- Included
Running Track
Get some fresh air, stretch your legs and take in the horizon views as you follow the Running Track, which weaves around the top deck.
Other Cruise Information
ClassCruise Type: ocean
Class:
Ship Size: large
Style: resort
Operator Reference: thomson-cruises
Nursery: none
Child Facilities: none
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