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MSC Splendida Review: MSC Yacht Club Experience

We just got back from a seven-day cruise to Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Jordan on board the MSC Splendida, and today we will tell you all you need to know about MSC Yacht Club Experience! Is it really worth it? Watch us until the end, and you will find out! 

Today we will tell you all about our experience on board the MSC Splendida Yacht Club. But first, if you like travel-related blogs like this one, now is a great time to hit the subscribe button so you will never miss any future blogs.

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What is the MSC Yacht Club?

The MSC Yacht Club is an exclusive section of some of MSC’s cruise ships that offers passengers a unique, all-inclusive cruising experience. Some people refer to it as a ship within a ship or a luxury cruise to other luxury cruises.

The MSC Yacht Club section is typically located at the top of the ship, and it’s reserved for guests who are looking for a little extra luxury and a private club. It can only be accessed with the cruise card.

When you book a trip with the MSC Yacht Club, you’ll have access to a range of exclusive amenities and services. For example, you’ll have a dedicated concierge who will be available to help you with any requests you might have.

They’ll even walk you to wherever you need to go! You’ll also have access to a private lounge, which serves complimentary drinks and snacks throughout the day.

But that’s just the beginning. The MSC Yacht Club also offers passengers exclusive access to a range of private spaces, including a private pool area, an MSC Yacht Club restaurant, and a bar. This means that you’ll be able to relax and unwind in your own private sanctuary, away from the hustle and bustle of the main ship.

But perhaps the best thing about the MSC Yacht Club is the level of service you’ll receive. The staff in this section of the ship are highly trained and attentive, ensuring that your every need is taken care of. Whether you need help with your luggage, want to book an excursion, or simply need a drink, the staff at the MSC Yacht Club will be on hand to assist you.

Our next topic for the Yacht Club Experience is:

Boarding MSC Yacht

One of the great perks that we noticed right away was priority boarding. In fact, when we arrived at the luxury cruise terminal, a butler was waiting for us and took us straight through immigration, check, and on the ship skipping the extra long line that other passengers had to do. Also, the butler explained to us how to use the dedicated elevator reserved for Yacht Club passengers. With this elevator, activated by our cruise card, we could go right to deck 15 or 16 without stopping on any deck in between.

Once we arrived at the dedicated MSC Yacht Club Lounge on deck 15, we were greeted with a glass of champagne while a very nice concierge lady explained to us all our Yacht Club benefits. We have to admit that the priority boarding process was incredibly smooth and efficient, with a very nice personalized touch.

Let’s move to our next topic of the MSC Yacht Club experience, and we will talk about:

We booked a Yacht Club Deluxe suite on deck 16. The cabin was quite nice, wide, and well laid out. The room had a nice couch and a little desk beside the private balcony.

The bed was very comfortable. We had a very nice walk-in closet with a lot of space for clothes and shoes, which we really liked.

The bathroom was wide and quite nice, with a bathtub. In our opinion, a nice big shower is better than a tub, but we know that a lot of people like to take baths. 

The private balcony was nice, not the widest but big enough.  We noticed a couple of things that could be improved in the cabin. First, there were no electrical plugs by the bedside tables to charge the phones.

In fact, the only plugs available were by the desk, and there were two European and two American plugs there. Second, the wood paneling in the room made the room feel a little dark. Other than those minor details, we really enjoyed our cabin.

The next topic in our Review of MSC Yacht Club is

The Yacht Club Lounge 

On MSC Splendida, the Yacht Club lounge is on deck 15 all the way to the front. The area is really nice and well-designed. There is a concierge desk that takes care of all the yacht club passengers’ needs; more about that later.

Next to the concierge, there is a great big lounge with couches and tables. In the lounge, there are snacks available all the time. In the morning, they serve a light breakfast with cereals, sandwiches, and toast, and jam.

The lounge also has a nice big bar with complimentary drinks. We really enjoyed this area, especially on sea days we used it to work because it was really quiet and comfortable. It was also the best place for a pre-dinner aperitif.

Moving on to our next topic of the MSC Yacht Club experience:

The Yacht Club Pool

The MSC Yacht Club Pool is called “one pool” and is located on deck 18, right above the lounge. It is a very nice space with a pool, two jacuzzis, a lot of sunbeds, a bar, and a small buffet area where they serve food for breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea. On our cruise, during sea days in the buffet area, the head waiter of the Yacht Club restaurant was cooking fresh pasta and other lunch items in a buffet they set up by the pool. 

We really enjoyed this area sunbathing, especially during the sea days. It is never super busy and always has sun beds available for us away from the huge crowds of the main pools on the ship.

The MSC Yacht Club Pool area is also incredibly private. In fact, we asked the concierge if it was possible to invite guests, and the answer was no. The area is for Yacht Club members only.

Next, we will talk about:

The Yacht Club Restaurant 

On the MSC Splendida, the Yacht Club’s dedicated restaurant is called Olivo, and it is located on deck 15 all the way aft above the main buffet. We heard that on newer ships the MSC Yacht Club restaurant is located above or below the yacht club lounge, but on this particular ship it was outside the exclusive yacht club area. That’s probably because the MSC Splendida was the first ship to get retrofitted with the yacht club.

The restaurant is open seating, and Yacht Club passengers can go anytime during opening hours. It serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 

The specialty restaurant’s ambiance is excellent, very intimate and wide, with a lot of natural light. The service is absolutely impeccable. Every waiter is perfectly trained, knowledgeable and really friendly. 

In this restaurant’s menu, there are always one or two items that are not available on the menu in the main dining room; for example, on the second formal night, they served lobster that was not on the menu in the main dining room.

Moving on to our next topic of the MSC Yacht Club experience, we will talk about:

The Service for MSC Yacht Club Guests

The service at MSC Splendida Yacht Club is impeccable. The MSC Yacht Club perk is that a 24-hour butler service is available, which is really nice.

We did not ask our butler to unpack and pack for us, but that is one of the butler services that they provide. We can totally tell that the butler service takes great pride in providing stunning service and that they genuinely care about their MSC Yacht Club guests.

Our butler Augustine was incredibly friendly and attentive, always available but never intrusive. Very well done! 

The concierge desk was there to take care of passengers’ needs. They were there to help with almost every aspect of the MSC cruise, from excursions to billing. 

This came particularly helpful the day before arriving at the port of Sokhna when the Egyptian border agent came on board to stamp everyone’s passports. We did not have to go to see the agent, but the concierge took care of this step for us to avoid the long lines. 

Also, the future cruise consultant was available at the concierge lounge by appointment for MSC Yacht Club passengers. Really stunning service. 

Our next item to review about the MSC Yacht Club review is:

What is Included in MSC Yacht Club?

One of the best benefits of MSC Yacht Club perks, aside from the amazing service, is the fact that it is a truly all-inclusive experience. In fact, when you book a yacht club cabin, you have the Premium Extra Drink Package included. The MSC Yacht Club offers a package that includes drinks up to €13 euros.

Now one thing to consider is that if you order a drink that costs €14, for example, you will be charged the whole amount, not the €1.00 difference as other cruise lines do. It also included is the premium internet package, with unlimited use for two devices per passenger.

Another thing that is included is unlimited access to Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea Spa, even though on this voyage, people at the spa told us that we had to make a reservation before going. Now we brought this up to the concierge, and they said that it wasn’t true. We did not have to make a reservation. 

The MSC Yacht Club offers gratuities and 24-hour room service. Basically, the only items not included were the excursions, spa treatments, onboard shopping, drinks over 13 euros, and the Casino.

Moving on to the next topic of our MSC Yacht Club experience, we will talk about:

Yacht Club passengers have priority access to shore when going on an excursion. Basically, we had to meet our own personal butler at the sail lounge at the time specified on the excursion ticket, and he then took us to the gangway skipping all the lines for security, passport controls, etc.

Same thing on the way back from excursions. A butler was always by the gangway escorting us to the front of the line and back to our lounge. Now, this service is excellent because it allows Yacht Club Passengers to skip all the long lines, but there is a downside.

Since we were always the first passengers on the bus, we then had to wait on the bus for all the other passengers to arrive. Sometimes the wait was up to an hour. Now considering that some excursions on this itinerary required two and half hours bus ride, an extra hour before departure was quite long.

In our opinion, it would be better if MSC reserved the seats on the bus for Yacht Club passengers (they already know who they are) and let them off the ship when the bus was almost ready to go. 

MSC Cruises Ships

MSC Cruises is getting bigger and better. There are a lot of special things to discover on each MSC cruise ship when you go sailing with them as a member of the MSC Yacht Club.

Their huge fleets include:

MSC Seashore

MSC Seashore is like her sister ships, MSC Seaside and MSC Seaview. Most of the places people go on the ship are different than before.

MSC Seashore has new places to play, eat and hang out outside. There are also more rooms for people to stay in and more space for everyone.

You can sit back, relax, and enjoy all that MSC Seashore offers. MSC Seashore is the first of two special ships. It has technology that helps it use energy more efficiently.

The MSC Cruise has been fitted with the fleet’s largest and most luxurious MSC Yacht Club, with almost 3,000 sqm of space, including a bigger solarium and a panoramic whirlpool.

MSC Seashore’s 13,000 sqm of outdoor spaces, from pools and lounge areas to Speciality Restaurant seating areas, bring guests closer to the sea than ever before, making them truly.

MSC Meraviglia

You can experience the ultimate sea adventure on MSC Meraviglia. This magnificent ship boasts incredible features such as gourmet dining, amazing entertainment options, panoramic areas, an ocean-view lounge, a two-deck “inside promenade” complete with an LED dome, and an amusement area attached to an outdoor water park.

Best of all, MSC Meraviglia features late-night and overnight stays on MSC Cruise’s exclusive private island.

MSC Virtuosa

The name MSC Virtuosa is from the word virtuoso which means someone who is very good at something. MSC Cruises gave it this name to honor the people who designed and built the ship. They are very talented and skilled.

This new cruise ship is one of the biggest in the MSC Cruises fleet. It has lots of special features that work together to give you the best vacation ever! Moreover, it’s the MSC Grandiosa’s sister ship.

Conclusions

In conclusion, the Yacht Club on board MSC is really excellent product. It not only allows passengers to enjoy a ship within a ship but also provides a great service that is much more personalized and attentive than what you’d expect with a standard MSC product.

The MSC Yacht Club allows passengers to avoid long lines for embarkation, excursions, or even restaurants. The downside is the price.

The cruise costs almost twice as much as a regular balcony cabin. Everything is indeed included, but the price difference is quite steep. In fact, when you’re looking at this price point, luxury cruise lines now become comparables.

We really enjoyed our week on board the MSC Splendida Yacht Club and will do it again for sure, maybe next time on a different itinerary.  

We hope you enjoyed our blog, and as usual, if you have any questions, please leave a comment below.

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Thanks for reading!

Rick & Andrea

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• 4 Night cruise experience
• 4 nights onboard the MSC Splendida in a Yacht Club deluxe suite
• All meals and entertainment onboard
• Mandatory cruise insurance
• Port charges and taxes
• MSC Yacht Club Privileges
• Dedicated priority check-in and check-out as well as priority departure and return on excursion days
• 24-hour butler service and dedicated concierge
• Room Service available 24 hours
• Premium Extra Drink Package (includes all drinks up to 14€ in all ship areas)
• Browse Internet package (Browse - 2 devices Unlimited Internet Package)
• Complimentary access to the Thermal Suite in the MSC Aurea Spa
• Relaxation amenities in each suite (including bathrobe, and slippers)
• Other personal touches: luggage packing/unpacking service, newspaper directly delivered in cabin on request
• MSC Yacht Club Exclusivity
• Dedicated, private area of the ship accessible only to MSC Yacht Club guests
• Lavishly fitted suites offering outstanding comfort located in the foredecks of the ship
• Panoramic Top Sail Lounge with bar, afternoon tea service, light bites available day and night and live entertainment in the evening
• A private and spacious pool deck with whirlpool baths and sunbathing area, an outdoor bar with the very best views
• Gourmet restaurant with a la carte dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner with free choice of dining time
• Tailormade experiences from shopping to excursions
• MSC Yacht Club World of Choice
• Access to the wide range of facilities and onboard activities that the whole ship can offer:
• Bars and lounges, speciality restaurants, pools, etc.
• Premium buffet
• Varied programme of Broadway and Las Vegas-style theatre shows
• Entertainment activities for adults, infants and children
• Recreational activities for children
• Arrival/ departure transfers
• Spending money and items of a personal nature
• 4 nights onboard the MSC Splendida

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Eco-ship MSC Splendida carries you in comfort, style and luxury to the most desirable cruise destinations in the world, while at the same time being a beautiful destination in her own right. With so much to see and do onboard, every day on MSC Splendida promises travelers of all ages a world of new discoveries before they even step ashore.

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Get ready to dive into one of our pools, let your hair down at the themed parties, treat yourself to something delicious in one of our amazing restaurants, and much more!  

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Entertaiment & leisure.

You’ll love the live music and the extraordinary variety of themed bars and restaurants with many gourmet choices to explore. Complete the night with a world-class show in The Strand Theater, a winning streak in the Royal Palm Casino or dancing in the Club 33 Disco.

Fitness & Relaxation

Sports facilities on MSC Splendida include four swimming pools, a jogging track, a squash court and an ultramodern gym.

After exercising, you can relax with a massage in the MSC Aurea Spa or sunbathe in the peace and privacy of the Top 18 sun deck.

Kids & Teens

Children of all ages, from tots to teenagers, will have lots of fun and find it easy to make new friends on MSC Splendida thanks to the fabulous dedicated facilities and clubs for every age group, each with its own packed daily programme of activities.

MSC Yacht Club

Nestling in the prestigious foredecks is the exclusive MSC Yacht Club , a luxurious “ship within a ship”. In addition to its 71 designer suites, it boasts its own concierge reception, 24-hour butler service, private restaurant, lounge, pool deck and bar.

RESTAURANTS & Buffet

Guests on MSC Splendida can enjoy an eclectic range of restaurants with many different gourmet choices to explore, from authentic Mediterranean specialties to American steakhouse beef cuts, not forgetting the dedicated restaurant for MSC Yacht Club guests.

Sea Pavilion

This exclusive restaurant is a world of contemporary Asian culinary emotions.

Pago Buffet

Villa verde, butcher's cut.

This American-style steak house serves select Linz Heritage Angus beef, the gold standard in high-end Angus beef thanks to the best genetics in breed. The highest quality product custom cut by master butchers and aged to perfection. The menu is inspired by the great plains and it is accompanied by bold New World wines and cocktails with swagger.

L'Olivo restaurant

Bora bora buffet restaurant, bars & lounges.

Feel like a mid-morning cappuccino, a pre-dinner glass of wine or a late-night cocktail? The extraordinary variety of designer-themed bars on board means you’ll always be able to find the perfect venue to match your mood and satisfy your desires.

L'Aperitivo Bar

Bar del riccio, l'espresso coffee bar, la piazzetta, the aft lounge, the cigar lounge, splendida bar, the purple jazz bar, tartaruga bar, galaxy lounge, tea house & dim sum, la prua piano bar, royal palm casino bar, the one bar, aurea spa bar, top sail lounge, staterooms & suites.

Whether you’re looking for a stateroom with an ocean view or even a spacious suite, you’ll find your ideal accommodation on board.

• Comfortable king bed that can be converted into two single beds
• Sitting area with sofa
• Spacious closet
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area and hairdryer
• Interactive TV. telephone, safe and minibar
• Wi-Fi access available ($)
• Approx. 204 – 215 ft 2 with a balcony that is approx. 43 – 65 ft 2   Choose the stateroom type that best suits you: Balcony Aurea (best location, approx. 204 ft 2 , decks 11 - 13)   Balcony Premium (approx. 204 – 215 ft 2 , decks 8 - 13) *    Deluxe Balcony with Partial View (approx. 204 ft 2 , decks 8 - 13) * Some staterooms have metal balustrade or half glass half metal balustrade. The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).
• Window with sea view
• Relaxing armchair
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
• Approx. 194 – 226 ft 2 
• Located on decks 5 - 13 The image is representative only; the size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same stateroom category).

Entertainment

MSC Splendida is like a floating luxury resort and boasts all the recreation and entertainment options you’d hope to find on vacation, from the Broadway-style theater, glamorous casino and designer disco to the sports arena, high-tech 4D cinema, Formula 1 simulator and dedicated areas for kids and teens.

Use the deck plans to select your ideal stateroom. The plan allows you to pinpoint the locations, while the colors distinguish the stateroom category.

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• 5. Canaletto
• 6. Modigliani
• 9. Tintoretto
• 10. Botticelli
• 11. Caravaggio
• 12. De Chirico
• 13. Piero della Francesca
• 14. Raffaello
• 15. Leonardo Da Vinci
• 16. Michelangelo
• 18. Sundeck
• Deluxe Interior
• Premium Ocean View
• Deluxe Balcony with partial view
• Premium Balcony
• Deluxe Balcony Aurea
• Deluxe Suite Aurea with sealed window
• Premium Suite Aurea
• Grand Suite Aurea
• MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Grand Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Executive & Family Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite

B:  Stateroom with bathtub

° Sealed panoramic window. • All staterooms have one double bed convertible to two single beds. • 3th beds available in all categories except for Premium Ocean View and Junior Suite Aurea with sealed window ° • 4th bed available in all categories except for Premium Ocean View, Junior Suite Aurea with sealed window°, Premium Suite Aurea, Gran Suite Aurea, MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite, MSC Yacht Club Executive & Family Suite°, MSC Yacht Club Grand Suite and MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite. • Our ships offer the possibility of combining 2 or 3 connecting staterooms based on the ship class. Call our Contact Center to choose the best accommodation for you. Ship configuration, data and descriptions may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination and must be verified at the time of booking.

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• Number of passengers: 4,363
• Crew Members: About 1,370
• Number of staterooms: 1,637, incl. 43 accessible staterooms
• Length/Beam/Height: 1,093 ft. / 124 ft. post panamax / 219 ft.
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MSC Splendida cabins and suites

Msc splendida staterooms review, floor plans, photos.

MSC Splendida cabins and suites review at CruiseMapper provides detailed information on cruise accommodations , including floor plans, photos, room types and categories, cabin sizes, furniture details and included by MSC Cruises en-suite amenities and services.

The MSC Splendida cruise ship cabins page is conveniently interlinked with its deck plans showing deck layouts combined with a legend and review of all onboard venues.

MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite with Angle Balcony

Layout (floor plan).

MSC Yacht Club Executive Suite|Family Suite with Windows

MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite

Grand Suite Aurea with Angle Balcony

Premium Suite Aurea with Window

SuperFamily Balcony Cabin

Category FLA "Super Family Fantastica Balcony" staterooms are two connecting cabins, which means 2 bathrooms and 2 verandas.

Balcony Cabin

Oceanview Cabin

Interior Cabin

Handicap|Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins

Follows the complete list of MSC Splendida cabins for disabled passengers. They are listed as type and categories, with cabin numbers in brackets:

• I1-Bella Inside rooms:  8003, 8004, 8068, 8224, 9068, 9220
• I2-Fantastica Inside rooms: 10054, 10216, 11222, 12058, 12216
• O1-Bella Oceanview rooms: 5095, 5097
• B1-Bella Balcony rooms: 8248, 8253, 9135, 9136, 9137, 9138, 9189, 9190, 9191, 9192
• B2-Fantastica Balcony rooms: 10128, 10130, 10143, 10145, 10184, 10186, 10199, 10201, 11132, 11134, 11167, 11169, 11188, 11190, 12126, 12128, 12151, 12153
• YC1-Yacht Club Suites: 16005, 16006

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 Splendida cabins review

MSC Splendida cruise ship has a total of 1637 staterooms, including 107x Suites, 1142x Balcony, 94x Oceanview, 294x Inside. Most staterooms are Balcony (sized 190 ft2 / 18 m2) with cabin balconies sized 40 ft2 / 4 m2. The largest accommodations are the Yacht Club Royal Suites (400 ft2 / 37 m2, with wraparound terrace sized 170 ft2 / 16 m2).

The number of cabin categories is 16 (including SBG-Guaranteed Balcony).

Follows the review of MSC Splendida 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 (infotainment system allowing Internet, 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), electronic safe box and lifejackets (in the closet), 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.

• MSC "BELLA cabins" are categories I1-Inside, O1-Oceanview, and B1-Balcony.
• MSC "FANTASTICA cabins" are categories I2-Inside, O2-Oceanview, and B2-Balcony. "Fantastica" accommodations as amenities also include 24-hour room service, 50% MSC cruise discount on fitness classes, special kids activities, free in-room dining (breakfast), priority dinner sitting.
• MSC "AUREA cabins" are category B3-Balcony, and additionally to the "Fantastica" amenities, also offer 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 Suites enjoy all the "Aurea" amenities, plus: exclusive Suite lounge and restaurant access, exclusive sun deck and pool access (on Sun Deck 18, inclusive of bar service, free snacks, hot tubs), complimentary 24-hour butler/concierge service (dinner reservations, packing/unpacking, shopping).

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. Splendida ship's family cabins are in category SUPER-FAMILY (max occupancy 6 passengers, 2 connecting rooms, 2 baths/1 bathtub, 2 balconies).

The new SP3 category "Window Suite" cabins feature bow location (forward on decks 9-10-11), floor-ceiling slanted windows (non-opening), sitting area (with double bed and double sofabed), walk-in closet, bathroom with bathtub.

All Balcony cabins are with floor-ceiling glass doors opening to a step-out veranda with lounge furniture (2 deckchairs, 1 round table).

MSC Yacht Club Suites (categories YC3-Royal, YC2-Executive/Family, YC1-Deluxe) have a master bedroom, walk-in closet, marble bathroom (bathtub/shower), living room (double sofa, armchairs, TV, Nintendo gaming console. Some of the MSC Yacht Club suites are with floor-ceiling windows instead of balconies. Some YC1-Deluxe Suites are with obstructed view (due to lifeboats).

S3-Aurea Suites (Spa Suites) have bathrooms with bathtub/shower. Some of them are with windows instead of balconies, and some are with an obstructed view.

MSC Splendida cabin and suite plans are property of MSC Cruises . All floor plans are for informational purposes only and CruiseMapper is not responsible for their accuracy.

MSC Splendida and Yacht Club leave SA shores after one season in favour of smaller Musica vessel

MSC Cruises introduced the MSC Splendida and MSC Yacht Club to South Africa last November, with considerable fanfare, but it's now being replaced.

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Msc Splendida Overview

The MSC Splendida has a ship within a ship. Passengers looking for a bit of an upgrade can choose to stay in the MSC Yacht Club, which is a VIP area, where you stay in a suite that comes complete with a butler. Yacht Club members can dine in a special restaurant, have special creations at the Top Sail Lounge and One Pool & Bar. They also have special access to the MSC Aurea Spa. These little extras are just the cherry on the top of an already tasty sundae. The MSC Splendida has delightful features for all of her passengers, including four pools, a squash court and even a Formula 1 racecar simulator.

• Passenger Capacity: 3,274 (double occupancy)
• Year Built: 2009
• Last Refurbished:  2017

• Yacht Club The MSC Yacht Club has been described as a ship within a ship. When you book into one of these luxury suites aboard the MSC Splendida , you gain access to a special area of the ship. You gain access to the Private Yacht Club restaurant where you can indulge in gourmet meals. There is also a private pool for Yacht Club members, along with 24-hour butler services.  

• Top Sail Lounge Yacht Club members will be able to stare at the stars through the Skydome in the luxurious Top Sail Lounge. This area of the MSC Splendida is the perfect spot to unwind with a gourmet snack or a glass of champagne. The Top Sail Lounge really is the hub of the Yacht Club and a spot you want to visit.  

• ECO Ship Rest assured that as you sail on the MSC Splendida you are supporting the great oceans and beautiful forests of the world, for the ship has been designated as an ECO Ship. This designation means that the ship has systems in place to save on energy, and process waste and water in the cleanest way.  

Msc Splendida Cruise Destinations

Visiting an array of exclusive and exciting ports all over the world, MSC crafts each itinerary to showcase the best of the region and ensure a perfect vacation experience. You can cruise with MSC to destinations like the Caribbean, South America, and across the grand Atlantic. Whether it's an adventurous cruise to the Red Sea, or a historically-focused voyage to Northern Europe, MSC can take you there in style.

Mediterranean

Whether you’d like to try Gaudi’s Experience, or create your own adventure along the Amalfi Coast, you’ll never forget your Mediterranean cruise.

South America

Passion. Excitement. Cultural delights. Cruise to South America.

Msc Splendida Departure Ports

With their flair for Mediterranean style MSC offers a variety of sailings in and around that area. However the cruise line is actively expanding with cruises to Dubai and Caribbean cruises leaving from Miami. MSC also visits South America with sailings leaving from Rio de Janeiro.  Find out more about MSC by talking with a qualified cruise consultant at The Cruise Web. 

Istanbul, Turkey

Istanbul is a unique city that blends its two distinct influences – from its founding as the Christian capital of Constantinople to the Ottoman ruled Istanbul. Today you can discover both eras and the modern beauty in this thriving city.

Learn about the Greek gods and the early philosophy of Socrates when you visit the incredible ruins left in Athens, Greece. At night, go out and take in the culture with the modern Athenians.

Buenos Aires, Argentina

Buenos Aires is a charming European style city with the perfect combination of new world characteristics mixed with old world history and culture.

Santos (Sao Paulo), Brazil

Cruise to Santos for the best of both worlds – a vivacious coastal city that is still quaint and laid back, but with easy access to one of the largest cities in Brazil.

Bari, Italy

Cruise to Bari and explore this extraordinary city in the South of Italy. Highlights include its interesting history and friendly people, who are always ready to show you their way of life.

Itajai, Brazil

The city sits right on the Atlantic Ocean coast at the mouth of the beautiful Rio Itajai, or the Itajai-Acu River.

Trieste, Italy

Sit back and enjoy the sea breezes in Trieste, an Italian city that despite being close to Venice is more akin to Vienna, the capital of the Hapsburg Empire. 

Msc Splendida Deck Plans

Canaletto deck, modigliani deck, tiziano deck, giotto deck, tintoretto deck, botticelli deck, caravaggio deck, de chirico deck, piero della francesca deck, raffaello deck, leonardo da vinci deck, michelangelo deck, msc splendida staterooms.

Balcony (BA)

Balcony (bb), balcony (bl1), balcony (bl2), balcony (bl3), balcony (bp), balcony (fla).

Balcony (B1)

Balcony (b2), balcony (b3).

• Priority choice of early or late dining seating
• 50% off all fitness classes & personal trainer
• Cooking & language classes for kids
• Free room service delivery (6am-11pm)
• Free Continental breakfast in stateroom upon request
• Earn MSC Voyagers Club points for discounts on your next cruise and other benefits
• Choice of seating at early or late dinner
• Earn MSC Voyagers Club points for discounts on your next cruise & other benefits
• Add on amenities at a fee
• Priority boarding
• UNLIMITED drinks including specialy coffee, non-premium cocktails, soft drinks, beer and gelato
• "My Choice Dining" for dinner anytime during dining room hours
• Spa treatment (60 min.massage, sauna & steam room acess - adults only)
• Complimentary bathrobe & slippers to use during your cruise
• Access to the exclusive Top 18 sundeck

Balcony (BW)

• Welcome Kit (T-shirts, shorts, towel, bracelet, Technogym wellness bag)
• One-on-one consultation including body fat composition test with your personal MSC Master Trainer trained by Technogym
• Exclusive Wellness shore activities including Zumba on the beach, bike tours & more (6-nights or less: 1 excursion included; 7-nights: 2 excursinos included; 8+ nights; 3 excursions included)
• 1 gym class per day; every other day for cruises longer than 7 nights (excluding embarkation & disembarkation day)
• 1 Sports drink each day in your stateroom
• Mineral water in bars, restaurants, buffet & stateroom
• Selection of fresh, healthy food & drink options in restaurants & buffet
• Health check-up with MSC doctor including blood pressure test, electrocardiogram and cholesterol test
• Laundry services for your MSC gym gear
• Free internet access to the Technogym App

Inside (I1)

Inside (i2), inside (ib), inside (ir1), inside (ir2), inside (spl), inside (iw).

Oceanview (OB)

Oceanview (ol1), oceanview (ol2), oceanview (ol3).

Oceanview (O1)

Oceanview (o2), oceanview (ow).

Suite (SP2)

Suite (sp3), suite (srs).

Suite (SL1)

Suite (YCP)

Suite (sls), suite (yc1).

• UNLIMITED drinks (alcohol & soft drinks in MSC Yacht Club & in-suite mini bar; includes wine, beer and some premium liquor)
• Priority check-in & check-out in private reception area
• 24-hour butler & concierge exclusively for MSC Yacht Club guests
• Open dining times in the MSC Yacht Club private restaurant
• Egyptian cotton sheets, Dorelan pillow menu & memory foam mattress
• Private access elevator to the MSC Aurea Spa & fitness center
• Private Top Sail lounge & bar with panoramic views of the sea
• Private whirlpools, pool & bar
• Assorted hot & cold hors d oeuvres
• Spacious marble bathroom & spa tub

Suite (YC2)

Suite (YC3)

• "My Choice Dining" for dinner anytime during dinign room hours

Photo Gallery for Msc Splendida Cruise Ship

This photo gallery of MSC’s stunning ships will give you an idea of what an MSC cruise is like, but to really see it sparkle we recommend a cruise on one of these Italian based ships. 

Bardel Riccio

Executive Suite

Duty free shopping

Top 10 Msc Splendida Cruises

• MSC Splendida 9 NIGHT Mediterranean - Eastern CRUISE Departing From Bari, Italy (Aug 2024 - Nov 2024)
• MSC Splendida 9 NIGHT Mediterranean - Eastern CRUISE Departing From Trieste, Italy (Aug 2024 - Nov 2024)
• MSC Splendida 4 NIGHT Mediterranean - Eastern CRUISE Departing From Istanbul, Turkey (Oct 2024 - Nov 2024)
• MSC Splendida 5 NIGHT Mediterranean - Eastern CRUISE Departing From Trieste, Italy (Oct 2024)
• MSC Splendida 1 NIGHT Mediterranean - Eastern CRUISE Departing From Trieste, Italy (Oct 2024)
• MSC Splendida 3 NIGHT Mediterranean - Eastern CRUISE Departing From Trieste, Italy (Oct 2024)
• MSC Splendida 6 NIGHT Mediterranean - Eastern CRUISE Departing From Piraeus (Athens), Greece (Nov 2024)
• MSC Splendida 7 NIGHT South America CRUISE Departing From Santos (Sao Paulo), Brazil (Dec 2024 - Mar 2025)
• MSC Splendida 7 NIGHT South America CRUISE Departing From Buenos Aires, Argentina (Dec 2024 - Mar 2025)
• MSC Splendida 7 NIGHT South America CRUISE Departing From Itajai, Brazil (Jan 2025 - Mar 2025)

Learn More About Msc Cruises

Accessibility

Learn about MSC Cruises' handicap accessible cruises and accommodations for guests with disabilities or special needs, including dietary restrictions, audio and visual impairments and mobility issues.

Enjoy dining aboard MSC Cruises, including the Main Restaurant, La Locanda Pizzeria, Eataly, Ristorante Italia, La Palmeraie, L'Etoile, Galaxy Lounge and many more.

Entertainment

Enjoy MSC Cruises' onboard entertainment, including theater shows, casino games, bars and lounges, bowling, video arcade, 4D movies and more.

Onboard Activities

Engage in MSC Cruises' onboard activities, including aqua parks, water slides, fitness classes, art auctions, pools, sports courts and duty-free shopping.

Service & Awards

Learn how MSC Cruises' staff and crew take care of your every need with an extensive list of onboard services. Plus, view MSC Cruises' awards.

Spa & Fitness

Relax in MSC Cruises' Aurea Spa - featuring a sauna, steam room and whirlpool bath - fitness centers and wellness classes like yoga, dance and nutrition.

Special Events

Learn about MSC Cruises' special themed cruises, including a baseball themed cruise celebrating America's pastime.

Explore MSC Cruises' ship staterooms, including suites, balconies, oceanviews and inside staterooms, as well as the luxurious MSC Yacht Club exclusive retreat.

Youth Programs

Learn about cruising with children aboard MSC Cruises. Kids sail free on select sailings, and there are various youth programs for children ages 3-17, including DoremiLand's Mini and Junior Clubs.

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• Cabin Type BALCONY
• Adult (*18+) R 34 465 p.p.*
• Hotel Service Charge R 1 926   p.p.*

• Cabin Type Interior
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" The MSC Yacht Club service was amazing! The food was fantastic, the suite was wonderful and so was our butler. "

" I would like to pay special compliments for the kindness, availability and professionalism. Thank you for making my cruise perfect. "

" MSC Cruises are a quality company. Especially the theatre and the animation crew at the pool, they are 10/10. "

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Get ready to dive into one of our pools, let your hair down at the themed parties, treat yourself to something delicious in one of our amazing restaurants, and much more!  

Main features

Entertaiment & leisure.

You’ll love the live music and the extraordinary variety of themed bars and restaurants with many gourmet choices to explore. Complete the night with a world-class show in The Strand Theatre, a winning streak in the Royal Palm Casino or dancing in the Club 33 Disco

Fitness & Relaxation

Sports facilities on MSC Splendida include four swimming pools , a jogging track , a squash court and an ultramodern gym .

After exercising, you can relax with a massage in the MSC Aurea Spa or sunbathe in the peace and privacy of the Top 18 sun deck.

Kids & Teens

Children of all ages, from tots to teenagers, will have lots of fun and find it easy to make new friends on MSC Splendida thanks to the fabulous dedicated facilities and clubs for every age group , each with its own packed daily programme of activities.

MSC Yacht Club

Nestling in the prestigious foredecks is the exclusive MSC Yacht Club , a luxurious “ship within a ship”. In addition to its 71 designer suites, it boasts its own concierge reception, 24-hour butler service, private restaurant, lounge, pool deck and bar.

RESTAURANTS & Buffet

Guests on MSC Splendida can enjoy an eclectic range of restaurants with many different gourmet choices to explore, from authentic Mediterranean specialities to American steakhouse beef cuts, not forgetting the dedicated restaurant for MSC Yacht Club guests. 

Sea Pavilion

This exclusive restaurant is a world of contemporary Asian culinary emotions.

Pago Buffet

Villa verde, butcher's cut.

This American-style steak house serves select Linz heritage angus beef, gold standard in high-end angus beef thanks to the best genetics in breed. The highest quality product custom cut by master butchers and aged to perfection. The menu is inspired by the great plains and it is accompanied by bold New World wines and cocktails with swagger.

L'Olivo restaurant

Bora bora buffet restarant, bars & lounges, l'aperitivo bar, bar del riccio, l'espresso coffee bar, la piazzetta, the aft lounge, the cigar lounge, splendida bar, the purple jazz bar, tartaruga bar, galaxy lounge, tea house & dim sum, la prua piano bar, royal palm casino bar, the one bar, aurea spa bar, top sail lounge, cabins & suites.

• Surface approx 19-20 sqm, balcony approx 4-6 sqm
• Sitting area with sofa
• Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
• Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
• Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

Choose the cabin type that best suits you:

• Balcony Aurea (best ship positions, surface approx 19 sqm, deck 11-13 )
• Balcony Premium (surface approx 19-20 sqm, deck 8-13*)
• Deluxe Balcony with Partial View (surface approx 19 sqm, deck 8-13 )

*Some cabins have metal balustrade or half glass half metal balustrade

The image is representative only

Size, layout and furniture may vary (within the same cabin category)

• Surface approx 18-21 sqm, deck 5-13 .
• Window with sea view
• Relaxing armchair
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
• Surface approx 17 sqm, deck 5-13
• Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
• TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar

Entertainment

Use the deck plans to select your ideal cabin. The plan allows you to pinpoint the locations, while the colours distinguish the cabin category.

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• 5. Canaletto
• 6. Modigliani
• 9. Tintoretto
• 10. Botticelli
• 11. Caravaggio
• 12. De Chirico
• 13. Piero della Francesca
• 14. Raffaello
• 15. Leonardo Da Vinci
• 16. Michelangelo
• 18. Sundeck
• Deluxe Interior
• Premium Ocean View
• Deluxe Balcony with partial view
• Premium Balcony
• Deluxe Balcony Aurea
• Deluxe Suite Aurea with sealed window°
• Premium Suite Aurea with sealed window°
• Premium Suite Aurea with terrace and whirlpool
• Grand Suite Aurea with terrace and whirlpool
• MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Grand Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Executive & Family Suite
• MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite

B:  Cabin with bathtub

° Sealed panoramic window. • All cabins have one double bed convertible to two single beds. • 3th beds available in all categories except for Premium Ocean View and Deluxe Suite Aurea with sealed window ° • 4th bed available in all categories except for Premium Ocean View, Deluxe Suite Aurea with sealed window°, Premium Suite Aurea, Gran Suite Aurea, MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite, MSC Yacht Club Executive & Family Suite°, MSC Yacht Club Grand Suite and MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite. • Our ships offer the possibility of combining 2 or 3 connecting cabins based on the ship class. Call our Contact Center to choose the best accommodation for you. Ship configuration, data and descriptions may be subject to change depending on the season and on the destination and must be verified at the time of booking.

• Gross tonage: 137.936 tons
• Number of passengers: 4.363
• Crew Members: About 1.370
• Number of cabins: 1.637, incl. 43 for guests with disabilities or reduced mobility
• Length/Beam/Height: 333,30 m / 37,92 m post panamax / 66.80 m
• Maximum Speed: 22.87 knots

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