Marella Discovery comes with an impressive list of facilities, like an outdoor cinema, rock climbing wall, mini-golf course, five-storey atrium and an indoor pool.
Good for
Rock Climbing Wall, Mini-Golf Course, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Cinema, Seven Bars
Marella Discovery is the sister ship to Marella Discovery 2, so you can expect nearly all of the same facilities, such as a fantastic dining scene and a show lounge to rival the West End. Top highlights include seven bars and eight restaurants, plus an outdoor cinema and a five-storey atrium. Families are well catered for on this ship. Family Suites and Family Junior Suites are kitted out with a chalkboard and a PlayStation 4, plus there’s a rock climbing wall, a minigolf course and two pools onboard, one of which is indoors.
SUITE SERVICE
Suite service benefits come as standard when you book the Royal Suite, an Executive Suite, Family Suite, Family Junior Suite, Grand Suite and Junior Suite. Extras include breakfast in bed once a week, and a free pressing service that means you’ll look your best for the Dress to Impress night.
Royal Suite Cabin with Balcony and Suite Service
The most luxurious cabin has been newly refurbished and measures up at a huge 92m². It sleeps up to four, and comes with a separate living room with a sofa-bed, a bedroom with a king-size bed, and an en suite with a WC and a shower. Swish extras come in the form of a baby grand piano and a whirlpool bath. Expect plenty of light courtesy of glass doors that open onto a balcony. 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 Cabin with Balcony and Suite Service
There are five newly refurbished Executive Suites, which sleep four, and come with a separate living area with a queen-size sofa-bed, a queen-size bed, and an en suite with a WC, shower and bath. You can soak up the sea views from the comfort of your private balcony, it's got glass doors, which let in plenty of light. Executive Suites are spacious, measuring in at 47m². 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.
Grand Suite Cabin with Balcony and Suite Service
The newly refurbished Grand Suites on Deck 8 have twin beds that can convert to a queen-size double bed, and a sitting area with a sofa-bed, and can sleep four people. You'll get a bathroom with a WC and a walk-in shower. There's a balcony for admiring the sea views, too. Grand Suites measure 32m². 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.
Family Suite Cabin with Balcony and Suite Service
The Family Suites got a full refurbishment in 2022 and sleep seven people. They have two separate rooms – one with twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed if needed and another with a fold-down bed. There are two bathrooms, one with a shower, and one with a bath. Plus, you’ve got a living area with a double sofa-bed. The cabin covers around 40m², and comes with a balcony. 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.
Family Junior Suite Cabin with Balcony and Suite Service
This newly refurbished cabin sits on deck 8 and sleeps six. It’s got one bedroom with twin beds, and a living area with a double sofa-bed and twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed if needed, as well as an en suite with a WC and a shower. A private balcony with double doors comes as standard. The cabin measures around 39 m². 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 Cabin with Balcony and Suite Service
Our Deluxe Balcony Cabins got a full refurbishment in November 2022 and are on decks 6 and 7.These cabins have twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed, a sitting area, an en suite with a WC and a shower, and a balcony. They cover around 15 to 16 m² and if there are four of you, you’ll also get a sofa-bed.
A Deluxe Balcony Cabin can sleep up to four. They've got twin beds that can convert to a queen-size double bed, and a sitting area, as well as a bathroom with a WC and a walk-in shower.
Balcony Cabins are on deck 6 and got a full refurbishment in November 2022. They feature a set of twin beds that can convert to a queen-size double bed. You can also expect an en suite with a WC and a shower, and a balcony. These cabins sleep two, and are between 13 and 14 m².
Deluxe Cabins are on decks 7 and 8, and come with the bonus of a floor-to-ceiling window and got a full refurbishment in November 2022. . You’ll sleep on twin beds, which can also convert to a queen-size double bed, and have use of a sitting area with a sofa-bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. Deluxe Cabins sleep up to four and measure a little over 20 m².
Outside Cabin
These Outside cabins can be found on decks 2 and 3, and have a picture window or porthole. They feature twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed, a sitting area with a sofa, and an en suite with a WC and a shower. They sleep three people and measure 14 m². These 3-berth cabins have fold-down beds for extra sleeping space.
Decks 2/3 Outside Cabin
These Outside cabins can be found on decks 2 and 3, and have a picture window or porthole. They feature twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed, a sitting area with a sofa, and an en suite with a WC and a shower, as well as air-conditioning. They sleep up to four people and measure 14 m². These 4-berth cabins have fold-down beds for extra sleeping space.
These are on deck 3, and accommodate solo travellers. A picture window or porthole offers sea views, and the cabin is kitted out with twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed, a sitting area with a sofa, and an en suite with a WC and a shower. These cabins measure 14 m².
You get a set of twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. You’ll find these newly refurbished cabins on decks 7 and 8, they sleep two people and measure 15 m².
You get a set of twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. These 4-berth cabins have fold down beds for extra sleeping space. You'll find these cabins on decks 7 and 8, and measure 15m². Our Inside Plus Cabins got a full refurbishment in November 2022.
Inside Cabin
These cabins feature twin beds that can convert to a queen-size double bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. These cabins are on decks 2 and 7, sleep up to three, and measure between 12 and 13 m².
Decks 2/3 Inside Cabin
These cabins can be found on decks 2 and 3, and sleep up to four people. You’ll get twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. Deck 2/3 inside cabins cover 12 m². These 3 and 4-berth cabins have fold-down beds for extra sleeping space.
These are on deck 3, and accommodate solo travellers. The cabin is kitted out with twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. These cabins measure 12 m².
Little sailors are well catered for onboard the Marella Discovery fleet. When it comes to cabins, you can choose from family-sized options to inter-connecting cabins. It’s the same story when it comes to the food offering, our buffets feature fussy-eater-friendly picks like pizzas and spaghetti bolognese. The activity set-up, meanwhile, includes the likes of table tennis and football tournaments, quizzes and early evening shows during sea days. Elsewhere, toddlers and babies have their own toys, games and activities to get involved with at the M Club and the Baby Centre. Our range of shore excursions are also suited for families travelling with youngsters and teens – expect things like organised visits to waterparks and beaches, as well as once-in-a-lifetime experiences like swimming with stingrays. Kids aged 10 and over can also take part in our cycling tours, where you’ll follow an experienced guide on a route that ticks off some of the area’s must-see sights. We operate these tours out of most of the ports we visit.
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You can watch movies under a star-lit sky at the ship’s outdoor cinema. Indoors, there are nightly shows in our Broadway Show Lounge, and pianists and acoustic musicians take to the stage in the atrium – an elegant space that changes colour when the sun goes down. The plush casino, meanwhile, is the place to head for a late-night flutter.
Marella Discovery’s flagship watering hole is our most spacious and modern yet, and houses our biggest selection of on-tap beers. Expect the atmosphere to build pace as the hours draw in – evenings might start with the sounds of our signature yellow piano, and end with the sounds of dancefloor classics.
The stylish casino is open until late, and features electronic roulette, blackjack tables and fruit machines. If you’re a beginner, ask the croupiers about getting some lessons in. You’ve also got the entertainment – and the bar – in the Live Room to accompany you while you’re having a flutter. Charges apply here.
Plush seating and an 800-plus capacity give the ship’s main entertainment venue professional credentials. We have 11 unique shows, including West End to Broadway, an on-stage spectacular showcasing all your favourite musical theatre classics.
A position on the highest point on deck 11 – where the bar gets its name from – means that drinks in this lounge come with the ship’s best sea views. It’s a contemporary cocktail bar by evening, transforming into a late-night disco as the hours pass.
The heart of each ship is taken over by a spectacular five-storey atrium. Think panoramic windows, mood lighting, and Willy Wonka-esque glass lifts. Low-key entertainment is held here, with an agenda that includes cabaret performances and cocktails with the Captain.
Grab a seat – and a glass of bubbles – at this classy bar, and you’ll have a great view of the entertainment in the atrium.
If you’re craving a taste of home, our pub at sea should do the trick. It’s a modern take on a typical British boozer and, as such, you can expect entertainment like pub quizzes and game shows.
In this real-life room escape game, you'll need to work as a team to find clues and solve puzzles before the time runs out. A charge applies for this activity.
Drop by the Pure Portrait Studio, and you can book in for a classic indoor photo shoot, or a more fun-filled session on the deck.
The onboard boutiques are open when the ship’s at sea, and stock a great range of duty-free products.
Our open-air cinema lets you watch classic movies and the latest box office hits under the stars.
These sociable spots tick the box for cold drinks in between dips.
This fun, interactive space has games consoles for adults and children.
Head to the gallery to pick up photos of your time on the ship. You can also view and buy pictures via our kiosks, which use state-of-the-art facial recognition. For a special take-home, ask the photographer for a private shoot.
This just-for-adults sunbathing area is located at the back of the ship, so you can relax with views of the horizon.
We’re open around the clock for anything you need.
Iconic landmarks, jaw-dropping scenery, local culture – our shore excursions let you delve deep into a new destination every day.
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.
Our Destination Services team can talk to you about our ports of call, help you decide which excursions are right for you, and book you onto your next cruise with us.
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.
There are eight dining spots to choose from, including a main restaurant spread over two storeys, and two speciality restaurants – which showcase spectacular views from a setting on the top floor. For afternoon tea* and after-dinner cocktails, meanwhile, you’ll have seven bars and lounges to dip in and out of.
Big buffet spreads are laid out in this restaurant, with show-cooking stations on-hand to offer things like breakfast omelettes, and carvery roasts in the evening. You can grab snacks in between meals, too.
Fast Facts:You’ll find this trendy Italian restaurant on the second floor of the ship’s main dining room, 47°. It’s a laid-back place, where bookings aren’t necessary, and its designer look features a colour scheme inspired by the sunset. As for what’s on the menu, you can expect authentic Italian dishes, including regional favourites.
Fast Facts:Marella Discovery’s main eatery is a big, stylish venue, finished in the colours of the sand and the sea. Daytime meals here come with a side-order of sea views, thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows, and a grand double staircase leads up to a separate eatery. 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. Just so you know, The Great Musical Afternoon Tea is a chargeable event.
This place has recently been restyled to look like a trendy beach club, complete with couple-sized Balinese beds. The food offering, meanwhile, has two personalities. By day, it deals in deli-style light bites, including rotisserie-style chicken, salads and paninis. Come sundown, the venue lines up the likes of tapas platters, sharing boards and globe-trotting meat skewers.
Festival food stalls and iconic British beach huts provided the inspiration for this grab ‘n’ go eatery. That means you can pick up things like bacon butties for breakfast, and sweet chilli chicken wings, salads and focaccia sandwiches in the afternoon.
Fast Facts:Our signature pan-Asian speciality restaurant makes an appearance onboard Marella Discovery. You'll find dishes created by renowned chef Ian Pengelley such as his duck and watermelon salad. The menu covers off south and east Asia, featuring dishes like Indian spiced king prawns, and Indonesian beef rendang curry. 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:As its name suggests, this speciality restaurant majors in the likes of marbled steaks and meaty lobster tails. You’ve also got other meat and fish options, as well as plenty to satisfy a vegetarian palate. 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:Spicy tuna rolls, salmon sashimi and seabass nigiri are all on the menu at this sushi bar, which is tucked inside Kora La. Plus, you can wash it down with beers from all over Asia – think Tiger and Singha. 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:This contemporary coffeehouse is perfect for enjoying a Lavazza cappuccino and a slice of cake while you recharge your batteries. You’ll also find a library and a selection of board games. Please note, the drinks from the menu here are only included as part of the Premium All Inclusive package.
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.
There’s no shortage of R&R onboard the Marella Discovery fleet. You can spread out on the pool deck, which is fitted with a Swimming Pool and a number of Whirlpools. Or, head to Oceans Spa, where you can treat yourself to a muscle-melting massage and spend some time in one of the saunas. It flaunts the Oceans Gym, too, complete with all the equipment you need for a full-body workout. Elsewhere, you can work up a sweat on the Jogging Track.
If you fancy getting glammed up for the weekly Dress to Impress night, pop in to the salon for a manicure or hair up-do. Alternatively, spoil yourself in the spa – it’s got a string of treatment cabins where you can indulge in a full-body massage or a rejuvenating facial. Just so you know, all treatments are chargeable.
Fast Facts:Enjoy a workout in the fleet’s largest gym, before working up an even bigger sweat in the sauna.
Brave the heights of the rock-climbing wall, and get a bird’s-eye view of the ship and the ocean.
An open-air pool with loungers lined up along the water’s edge, while music and quizzes keep the atmosphere up.
The indoor pool comes with a huge glass canopy roof, and rows of comfortable loungers.
You’ll find four relaxing whirlpool baths on Deck 9.
Take in the scenic views while burning some calories on a run around the Jogging Track on deck 10.
ClassCruise Type: ocean
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Ship Size: large
Style: classic
Operator Reference: thomson-cruises
Nursery: none
Child Facilities: available
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