Queen Mary 2
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The Cunard Queen Mary 2 is one of the most famous ocean liners still sailing today, renowned for its elegant design, traditional British style and iconic Transatlantic Crossings. Launched in 2004 and named by Queen Elizabeth II, this flagship of Cunard Cruises was purpose-built for ocean travel and continues to sail between Southampton and New York, alongside itineraries to destinations across Europe, the Caribbean, North America and beyond. Queen Mary 2 ship received a major refurbishment in 2016, introducing refreshed accommodation, restaurants and public spaces while retaining the character that has made her so distinctive; another refit was done in late 2023, with major refurbishments that will introduce 30 more staterooms, a new sundeck and other facilities scheduled for 2027.
Unlike many modern cruise ships, the Queen Mary 2 ship is designed around the experience of being at sea, making the journey just as important as the destination. Days on board can be spent enjoying fine dining, live performances, Afternoon Tea, ballroom dancing, talks, cinema screenings or simply relaxing while watching the Atlantic pass by. With a wide choice of cabins and suites, restaurants and entertainment, Cunard Queen Mary 2 offers an appealing combination of classic ocean-liner heritage and contemporary cruising.
Restaurants and Dining on Queen Mary 2
Dining is a central part of the Cunard experience, with several restaurants available depending on your accommodation and preferences.
The Britannia Restaurant is the main dining venue for guests staying in Britannia accommodation. Spread across two levels, it offers breakfast, lunch and dinner in an elegant setting, with menus featuring a mixture of British classics and international dishes.
Guests who choose Britannia Club, Princess Grill or Queens Grill accommodation receive access to more exclusive dining venues. The Britannia Club Restaurant provides a more intimate dining experience, while the Princess Grill Restaurant is reserved for Princess Grill guests. Those staying in Queens Grill Suites dine at the Queens Grill Restaurant, where menus and service are tailored towards a more premium experience.
For a speciality dining experience, The Verandah offers a sophisticated steakhouse-style menu featuring premium steaks and seafood. Some speciality restaurants carry an additional charge, so it is worth checking what is included in your cruise fare before booking.
Cabins and Staterooms on Cunard Queen Mary 2
The Cunard Queen Mary 2 has a wide selection of accommodation, from practical inside staterooms to spacious suites with additional privileges and dedicated dining.
Britannia accommodation is available in inside, oceanview and balcony options, making it suitable for different budgets. Balcony staterooms are particularly appealing on a Transatlantic Crossing, giving passengers their own private outdoor space where they can watch the ocean and enjoy fresh air without leaving their accommodation.
For a more luxurious stay, Princess Grill Suites provide additional space, private balconies and access to the exclusive Princess Grill Restaurant. At the top end, Queens Grill Suites offer larger living areas and enhanced services, including a personal butler and access to Queens Grill dining.
When choosing a cabin on the Queen Mary 2 ship, consider both the accommodation grade and its location. A balcony can be particularly worthwhile on longer voyages, while passengers who are sensitive to movement may prefer a cabin positioned lower and closer to the centre of the ship.
Entertainment and Things to Do on Queen Mary 2 Ship
With several days at sea on a typical Transatlantic Crossing, there is plenty to enjoy on board Cunard Queen Mary 2. The ship's entertainment programme combines traditional Cunard experiences with a varied selection of modern activities.
The Royal Court Theatre hosts live productions and performances, while the Queens Room is one of the ship's most recognisable venues. Here, guests can enjoy live music, dancing and the famous Cunard Afternoon Tea. Gala Evenings also allow passengers to dress up for an elegant night of dining and entertainment.
There are plenty of quieter activities too. Guests can visit the library, watch a film at Illuminations, attend lectures and talks, listen to live classical music or jazz, take part in quizzes and enjoy the ship's outdoor areas. The spa and fitness facilities provide further opportunities to relax or stay active during days at sea.
One of the defining features of the Queen Mary 2 ship is that the ship itself is part of the attraction. Rather than simply providing a way to reach another destination, she gives passengers plenty of reasons to enjoy their time on board.
Queen Mary 2 Deals and Offers
There are several ways to experience the Queen Mary 2 ship, from the classic seven-night Transatlantic Crossing to longer cruises visiting multiple destinations.
The Transatlantic Crossing remains one of the most popular ways to travel on Queen Mary 2. Cunard cruises from Southampton and New York offer a chance to experience the ship as she was designed, with uninterrupted days at sea and a full programme of activities and entertainment.
When looking for Cunard Queen Mary 2 deals, it is important to compare more than the advertised cruise price. Check the sailing date, itinerary, cabin category and dining arrangements, as well as which experiences and services are included in the fare. A seemingly cheaper fare may not necessarily offer the accommodation or location that best suits your trip.
Booking early can be useful for popular Transatlantic Crossing dates and higher cabin categories, while promotional fares can sometimes provide an opportunity to upgrade your experience. Whether you are looking for a classic Atlantic crossing, a longer European cruise or an extended voyage, comparing different sailing dates can help you find the best value.
For travellers who appreciate traditional ocean-liner style, refined surroundings and the opportunity to slow down and enjoy life at sea, the Cunard Queen Mary 2 offers a cruise experience unlike most modern ships.
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Queen Mary 2 Ship Facts
Queen Mary 2 was launched in 2004
The gross tonnage is 148528
The width of Queen Mary 2 is 41 meters
The maximum speed of the ship is 28 knots per hour
The length of Queen Mary 2 is 345 meters
The currency taken on Queen Mary 2 is USD
Queen Mary 2 has 1250 cabin crew members
The ship has 12 decks
Queen Mary 2 has 1310 cabins on board
It also has 30 wheelchair cabins on board
Most Popular Sailings
Transatlantic Crossing And Eastern Caribbean
- 17 Nov 2028
- 28 nights
- Queen Mary 2
- Caribbean
Caribbean Celebration
- 19 Dec 2026
- 14 nights
- Queen Mary 2
- Caribbean
Eastbound Transatlantic Crossing
- 04 Jan 2029
- 8 nights
- Queen Mary 2
- Transatlantic
What's Included with
Cunard Line
Sail in luxury onboard a Cunard Cruise ship. With butler service available in all suits you can sit back and relax. You’ll find all the essentials onboard, allowing you to have the rejuvenating holiday you wanted.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks in a choice of included dining venues
Use of swimming pools, hot tubs, fitness centre and leisure facilities where available
Tea and coffee in seleted venues
Butler service in all suites
Shuttle service to and from ports and airport where available
Explore Queen Mary 2
Queen's Grill
The pinnacle of fine dining at sea, exclusively for guests staying in our Queens Grill Suites.
Drawing inspiration from the world’s finest kitchens, the Queens Grill restaurant offers a true taste of fine dining on board, elevated by a front of house team for whom nothing is too much trouble.
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, with a Grills Afternoon Tea served separately in the Grills Lounge, a visit to the Queens Grill always feels like a special occasion.
You’ll be dining among your fellow Queens Grill guests, with a table reserved for your exclusive use throughout your voyage. There’s no need to book. Simply arrive whenever you’re ready and your table will be waiting. You may even choose to take your meal in your suite, should you wish.
Each day introduces a coveted line-up of à la carte dishes, complemented by an ‘always-available’ menu of appetisers, entrees, and desserts, executed with exemplary flair and finesse.
Alternatively, opt for one of our chef’s speciality sharing dishes (orderable in advance at breakfast or lunchtimes). From beef wellington to rack of lamb, the choice is truly indulgent. Each dish (along with select offerings on our menu) is finished and presented to you table-side, only heightening the sense of theatre that’s a signature of Queens Grill dining.
Dining at the Queens Grill restaurant is exclusive to Queens Grill guests and included within your Cunard fare. The restaurant operates relaxed dress by day and smart attire (jacket optional) for dinner service after 6.00pm, except on Gala Evenings when we invite you to dress in black tie.
Gluten free and vegetarian dishes are available. If you have any food allergies or other dietary requirements, please inform us by phone after booking your voyage. Find out more about dietary requirements on board.
The Royal Court Theatre
Experience the thrill of a vibrant music and dance extravaganza in our full sized theatres.
You'll find our elegant Royal Court Theatres as impressive as any in the West End or Broadway and they're the perfect setting for you to enjoy invigorating, high-tech dance productions. We're constantly introducing new shows performed by our highly talented Royal Cunard Singers and Dancers. Popular recent productions including the cutting-edge dance shows 'La Danza' and 'Rhythm of the Night,' which takes audiences on a magical journey through the sights and sounds of Latin America.
Mareel Spa
Our on board spa, Mareel® Wellness & Beauty, offers a calming sanctuary to escape the stresses and strains of everyday life, with experiences that revive, refresh, and transform.
From the soft and relaxing to the stimulating and energizing, time spent at our Mareel spa is sure to leave you feeling uplifted and renewed.
To give you a real sense of holiday and escapism on your voyage, you can book a spa treatment before you embark. Choose from our stunning selection of treatments on My Cunard up to six months before you sail, and enjoy the added peace of mind that comes from knowing this little indulgence is ready and waiting for you.
Night Nursery
Enjoy your holiday even more, knowing that your little ones have a safe place to sleep each evening.
There's a great sense of freedom to be had when you can enjoy drinks, dinner or a show knowing that your little ones are sleeping soundly. Available on a first come, first served basis, our Night Nursery equips you with a pager, so we can contact you if needs be. Alternatively, if you let us know your plans, we'll come and find you. For that extra peace of mind, professional childminders are on hand. Suitable for children aged 6 to 23 months and open from 6.00pm to 11.00pm.
Please note: there may be certain cruises where we are unfortunately unable to run an on board Night Nursery; if this is the case, you will be informed via email in advance of your voyage.
Access to the Night Nursery is included in your fare.
Deck 14
- Sun Deck
Deck 13
- Sports Centre
- The Lookout
- Princess Grill Suites
- Britannia Club Balcony Staterooms
- Britannia Inside Staterooms
Deck 12
- Kennels
- Shuffleboard
- Bar
- The Fairways
- Pavilion Pool & Bar
- Pool
- Whirlpool
- Britannia Club Balcony Staterooms
- Britannia Inside Staterooms
Deck 11
- Queens Suites
- Britannia Club Balcony Staterooms
- Britannia Balcony Staterooms
- Britannia Inside Staterooms
- Observation Deck
- Atlantic Room
- Grill Suite Terrace
- Whirlpool
Deck 10
- Balmoral Duplex Suite
- Windsor Suite
- Holyrood Suite
- Buckingham Suite
- Sandringham Duplex Suite
- Penthouse Suite
- Queen Mary Suite
- Queen Anne Suite
- Queen Victoria Suite
- Queen Elizabeth Suite
- Queens Suites
- Princess Suites
- Inside Staterooms
Deck 9
- Balmoral Duplex
- Windsor Suite
- Holyrood Suite
- Buckingham Suite
- Sandringham Duplex
- Penthouse Suites
- Commodore Club
- Bar
- Boardroom
- Churchill's
- Queens Suites
- Inside Staterooms
Deck 8
- Pool
- Band Stand
- Terrace Pool
- Terrace Bar
- The Verandah Restaurant
- Beauty Salon
- Spa
- Library
- Penthouse Suite
- Queens Grill Suite
- Balcony Staterooms
- Inside Staterooms
Deck 7
- Queens Grill
- Princess Grill
- Grills Suites Lounge
- Promenade Deck
- Kings Court
- Carinthia Lounge
- Bar
- Therapy Pool
- Whirlpool
- Reception
- Relaxation Lounge
- Fitness Centre
- Observation Deck
Deck 6
- Minnows Pool
- Splash Pool
- Play Zone
- Baby Zone
- Balcony Staterooms
- Oceanview Staterooms
- Inside Staterooms
Deck 5
- Balcony Staterooms
- Oceanview Staterooms
- Inside Staterooms
- Atrium View Staterooms
Deck 4
- Balcony Staterooms
- Oceanview Staterooms
- Standard Inside Staterooms
- Illuminations
Deck 3 & 3L
- G32 (Deck 3L)
- Queens Room
- Art Gallery
- Britannia Restaurant Upper
- Chart Room
- Sir Samuel's
- Shops
- Grand Lobby
- Champagne Bar
- Royal Court Theatre
- Illuminations
- Single Oceanview Staterooms
Deck 2 & 3L
- G32 (Deck 3L)
- Britannia Restaurant
- Britannia Club
- Photo Gallery
- Golden Lion
- Grand Lobby
- Pursers Office
- Tour Office
- Bar
- Casino
- Royal Court Theatre
- Cunard Connexions
- Illuminations
- Single Oceanview Staterooms
Queen Mary 2 Cabins & Suites
Britannia Atrium View
Britannia Oceanview
Britannia Club
Queens Grill Grand Duplex Suite
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