MS Riviera Rose
Cruise the Douro river on the brand-new, beautifully crafted MS Riviera Rose, a luxurious 80-metre-long boutique hotel. It’s the perfect place to unwind between onshore adventures.
Good for
Dining Options, Onshore Experiences, Sun Deck, Fitness Centre, Bikes
What to expect from MS Riviera Rose
Overview
Cruise the Douro river on the brand-new, beautifully crafted MS Riviera Rose, a luxurious 80-metre-long boutique hotel. It’s the perfect place to unwind between onshore adventures.
MS Riviera Rose is a beautifully crafted ship with cabins and amenities spread over four decks. This brand-new, state-of-the-art ship has been built in collaboration with our long-standing shipping partners to provide a first-class service to each and every guest. Whether you are relaxing on the Sun Deck, enjoying a drink with your fellow travellers in the bar or curling up for a good night's sleep in your spacious and well-furnished cabin, everything has been meticulously designed for your comfort.
Our restaurant offers a relaxed fine dining experience with informal seating for easy conversation with brilliant, like-minded explorers. In the Rio restaurant enjoy a more intimate dining experience and al fresco dining options. Please note: Due to low bridges, lunch and dinner service is restricted as the restaurant collapses to allow the ship to navigate safely under the bridges. Please talk to your Cruise Director to make your reservation.
The spacious cabins are spread over 3 decks, with individually controlled air-conditioning, a contemporary bathroom with a rain shower and double or twin beds.
Designed with the very latest technology and our strong environmental values in mind, MS Riviera Rose is on track to qualify for the Gold Standard as part of the Green Award programme.
Accommodation
The spacious cabins are spread over 3 decks, with individually controlled air-conditioning, a contemporary bathroom with a rain shower and double or twin beds.
Deluxe Balcony Suite - Diamond Deck
At 24 square metres, our Balcony Suites are the largest cabins on MS Riviera Rose. The floor-to-ceiling glass doors slide away to extend your already spacious living space onto your private balcony, complete with comfortable outdoor seating - the perfect place to sit and watch the riverbanks glide by.
Inside, the Balcony Suites are finished to an exceptionally high standard with superior quality fittings in the most refined taste. There's a living space, with a sofa, chair and table as well as a desk and double wardrobe. The suite also includes individually controlled air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, TV and telephone, and tea/coffee-making facilities are available in every room. The hotel-style bed can be configured as a double or twin, and the suite also features an ensuite bathroom with a rain shower.
Features
- Individual climate control
- Balcony with outdoor seating
- Floor to ceiling windows
- Twin beds which can be configured as double
- Nespresso machine and tea making facilities
- Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Luxury toiletries: shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap
- Towels and hairdryer
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and flat-screen TV
- Safe & mini fridge
- Turn down service
Standard Cabin - Diamond Deck
These exquisitely designed cabins create the feeling of home in a fraction of the space. Our 16 square metres Standard Cabins on the Diamond Deck are finished to an exceptionally high standard with superior quality fittings in the most refined taste. The floor-to-ceiling glass doors of your French balcony slide away, allowing you to take in the beautiful views of the river beyond.
The cabin includes air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, TV, telephone, a desk, double wardrobe, a lounge chair and small table and tea/coffee-making facilities are available in every room. The hotel-style beds can be configured as a double or twin, and the room features an ensuite bathroom with a rain shower.
Features
- Individual climate control
- Floor to ceiling windows with French style balcony
- Twin beds which can be configured as double
- Nespresso machine and tea making facilities
- Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Luxury toiletries: shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap
- Towels and hairdryer
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and flat-screen TV
- Safe & mini fridge
- Turn down service
Forward Cabin - Diamond Deck
Our Forward cabins on the Diamond Deck are 16 square metres with superior quality fittings and all the luxuries of home - plus a few extras!
Each cabin includes air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, TV, telephone, desk, double wardrobe and tea/coffee-making facilities available in every room. The cabin also features an ensuite bathroom with a relaxing rain shower.
Enjoy your cabin, your way. Marvel at the views from your floor-to-ceiling glass doors or slide them away when the weather is warm to enjoy the views beyond your French balcony. The hotel-style bed can also be configured as a double or twin.
Features
- Individual climate control
- Floor to ceiling windows with French style balcony
- Twin beds which can be configured as double
- Nespresso machine and tea making facilities
- Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Luxury toiletries: shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap
- Towels and hairdryer
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and flat-screen TV
- Safe & mini fridge
- Turn down service
Stern Cabin - Diamond Deck
Our Stern cabins on the Diamond Deck are 16 square metres with superior quality fittings and all the luxuries of home - plus a few extras!
Each cabin includes air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, TV, telephone, desk, double wardrobe and tea/coffee-making facilities available in every room. The cabin also features an ensuite bathroom with a relaxing rain shower.
Enjoy your cabin, your way. Marvel at the views from your floor-to-ceiling glass doors or slide them away when the weather is warm to enjoy the views beyond your French balcony. The hotel-style bed can also be configured as a double or twin.
Features
- Individual climate control
- Floor to ceiling windows with French style balcony
- Twin beds which can be configured as double
- Nespresso machine and tea making facilities
- Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Luxury toiletries: shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap
- Towels and hairdryer
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and flat-screen TV
- Safe & mini fridge
- Turn down service
Standard Cabin - Ruby Deck
Enjoy the feeling of home in a fraction of the space in cabins designed with Riviera guests in mind. Our 16 square metres Standard Cabins on the Ruby Deck are finished to an exceptionally high standard with superior quality fittings. The floor-to-ceiling glass doors of your French balcony slide away, allowing you to fully appreciate the views beyond.
Each cabin includes air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, TV, telephone, a desk, double wardrobe, a lounge chair and small table, and tea/coffee-making facilities are available in every room. Your private ensuite bathroom is complete with a relaxing rain shower. The hotel-style beds can be configured as a double or twin.
Features
- Individual climate control
- Floor to ceiling windows with French style balcony
- Twin beds which can be configured as double
- Nespresso machine and tea making facilities
- Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap
- Towels and hairdryer
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and flat-screen TV
- Safe & mini fridge
- Turn down service
Forward Cabin - Ruby Deck
Our Forward cabins, located on the Ruby Deck, are 16 square metres with superior quality fittings and all the luxuries of home.
Enjoy your cabin, your way. You can marvel at the views from your floor-to-ceiling glass doors or slide them away when the weather is warm to enjoy the gentle breeze from your French balcony. The hotel-style bed can also be configured as a double or twin.
Each cabin includes air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, TV, telephone, a desk, double wardrobe and tea/coffee-making facilities available in every room. The cabin also features an ensuite bathroom with a relaxing rain shower.
Features
- Individual climate control
- Floor to ceiling windows with French style balcony
- Twin beds which can be configured as double
- Nespresso machine and tea making facilities
- Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap
- Towels and hairdryer
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and flat-screen TV
- Safe & mini fridge
- Turn down service
Stern Cabin - Ruby Deck
Our Stern cabins, located on the Ruby Deck, are 16 square metres with superior quality fittings and all the luxuries of home.
Enjoy your cabin, your way. You can marvel at the views from your floor-to-ceiling glass doors or slide them away when the weather is warm to enjoy the gentle breeze from your French balcony. The hotel-style bed can also be configured as a double or twin.
Each cabin includes air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, TV, telephone, a desk, double wardrobe and tea/coffee-making facilities available in every room. The cabin also features an ensuite bathroom with a relaxing rain shower.
Features
- Individual climate control
- Floor to ceiling windows with French style balcony
- Twin beds which can be configured as double
- Nespresso machine and tea making facilities
- Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap
- Towels and hairdryer
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and flat-screen TV
- Safe & mini fridge
- Turn down service
Standard Cabin - Emerald Deck
Our Standard cabins on the Emerald Deck are complete with modern amenities that make you feel perfectly at home.
The cabins are 16 square metres, featuring a fixed window overlooking the river. It also includes air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, TV, telephone, desk, lounge chair and table and tea/coffee-making facilities. The hotel-style beds can be configured as a double or twin, and the modern ensuite bathroom features a relaxing rain shower.
Features
- Individual climate control
- Fixed window
- Twin beds which can be configured as double
- Nespresso machine and tea making facilities
- Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap
- Towels and hairdryer
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and flat-screen TV
- Safe & mini fridge
- Turn down service
Forward Cabin - Emerald Deck
Our Forward cabins on the Emerald Deck are complete with modern amenities that make you feel perfectly at home.
The cabins are 16 square metres, featuring a fixed window overlooking the river. It also includes air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, TV, telephone, desk and tea/coffee-making facilities. The hotel-style beds can be configured as a double or twin, and the modern ensuite bathroom features a relaxing rain shower.
Features
- Individual climate control
- Fixed window
- Twin beds which can be configured as double
- Nespresso machine and tea making facilities
- Ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
- Shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion, soap
- Towels and hairdryer
- Desk & chair
- Telephone and flat-screen TV
- Safe & mini fridge
- Turn down service
Decks
Sun Deck
- Sun Loungers
- Sky Lounge
- Pool
- Bar
- Wheelhouse
Diamond Deck
- Reception
- Bar
- Balcony Suite
- Double Cabins
- Forward Cabins
- Stern Cabins
Ruby Deck
- Kitchen
- Restaurant
- Crew Area
- Galley
- Double Cabins
- Forward Cabins
- Stern Cabins
Emerald Deck
- Engine room
- Double Cabins
- Crew Area
Gratuities
Giving a gratuity is entirely at your discretion, so we have not included these in your holiday cost, and we don't add it as a set percentage.
If you would like to tip the staff, a good guideline is to give €8-12 per person per day should you feel that is appropriate.
If you do choose to give a gratuity, there will usually be an envelope is left in your cabin on the final evening. This is for you to be able include any tips, and you can then drop it off at reception the following morning. The tips are divided equally between the crew.
Should you also wish to give a gratuity directly to your Riviera Travel Cruise Director and Concierge, this is also at your discretion.
Enrichment
We are a well-travelled collective - made up of our guests as well as our team. We'll admit it - we're obsessed with travel.
But that's not our only interest. We also love architecture, history, the arts, and gastronomy - everything that makes a culture unique. And we plan our itineraries to ensure we're catering to those interests. Perfecting every excursion to ensure you get the most out of your onshore adventures.
Most days are filled with full or half-day excursions. Whether that's a city tour, an introduction to a brand-new town or a more in-depth visit to a specific landmark or attraction. You'll see the very best of every destination. Not just the legendary locations, we'll uncover the top-secret local spots too.
Bikes
A small number of bicycles are available on board for our guests. Please enquire at the reception desk for information.Onshore Experiences
World-famous landmarks
You'll get to experience some world-famous destinations in the company of our passionate local guides. Sites like the Benedictine Melk Abbey on the Danube, spectacular Pont du Gard on the Rhône, Keukenhof Gardens - the world's largest flower gardens - on the Dutch Waterways and Cologne with its cathedral, the largest Gothic church in Northern Europe.
A taste of your destination
Food has the uncanny ability to reveal the softer parts of the destination most tourists overlook. Recipes passed down through the generations slowly become ingrained within a culture, featuring fresh local produce and traditional cooking techniques. Our excursions often include delicious local produce perfected over centuries - sample cheese in Switzerland and chocolate in Germany (it's not a cruise for those watching their weight), wine tasting in the world-famous wine region of Burgundy and port in the port wine cellars of Porto.
For even more, why not choose one of our Gastronomy themed departures?
Authentic cultural experiences
Our river cruise itineraries deliver authentic and engaging moments to fully immerse you in the culture. You'll remember being seduced by the fiery passion of flamenco dancing after a cruise along the Douro. Hold on to that feeling of wonder you felt as you watch the glassblower creating the most beautiful vase out of a glowing mass. And tell the stories you heard during a Hungarian folklore show to your grandchildren at bedtime. The memory of these authentic cultural experiences will last a lifetime.
Dining
Our restaurant offers a relaxed fine dining experience with informal seating for easy conversation with brilliant, like-minded explorers.
Restaurant
The ship's restaurant is located on the Ruby Deck. Experience exceptional service from our friendly and attentive, English-speaking crew while you enjoy a variety of first-class cuisine. Pair seasonal menus with a glass of wine from our carefully curated wine list, including a selection of regional favourites.
Other Cruise Information
ClassCruise Type: river
Class:
Ship Size: small
Style:
Operator Reference: riviera-travel
Nursery: none
Child Facilities: none
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