Overview
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 seven 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.
Facilites
Ship Facilities
The ship’s open-air pool comes with the bonus of built-in hot tubs. You’ll find a second pool indoors, plus a slew of treatment cabins at the Oceans Gym and Spa. If you want to up the pace, head out to the rock climbing wall – a Marella Cruises first – or practice your putt on the minigolf green.
Atrium
The heart of the 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.
47°
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.
Islands
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.
Deck Bar
These sociable spots tick the box for cold drinks in between dips.
Jogging track
Burn some calories on a run around deck 10.
The Wall
Brave the heights of the rock-climbing wall, and get a bird’s-eye view of the ship and the ocean.
Indoor Pool
A brand-new feature for Marella Cruises, Marella Discovery’s indoor pool comes with a huge glass canopy roof, and rows of comfortable loungers.
Hideout
A made-for-teens hangout spot conveniently located by the games area. There's even a karaoke booth where you can record your own CD.
Oceans Spa and Beauty Salon
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.
Memories Gallery
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.
Medical Centre
If you’re not feeling well, pay a visit to the Medical Centre. It’s open between 8am and 10am and 6pm and 8pm.
Broadway Show Lounge
Plush seating and an 800-plus capacity give the ship’s main entertainment venue professional credentials. We have 11 unique shows, including Beatz Interactive, a hi-tech dance piece featuring LED-lit costumes.
Main Pool
An open-air pool for all the family. Loungers are lined up along the water’s edge, while music and quizzes keep the atmosphere up.
The Glass House
This place has a split personality, but for all the right reasons. By day, it deals in deli-style light bites and freshly-squeezed juices. Come sundown, the venue turns into casual restaurant with a tapas-style menu. Plus, you can cook your own steaks on hot stones, for an extra charge.
Baby Centre
If you’ve got tots in tow, there’s a dedicated space where you can go feed and entertain them.
Minigolf
Take the whole family to the minigolf green - it’s got nine holes and widescreen sea views.
Squid & Anchor
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.
Live Casino
The stylish casino is open until late, and features 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.
Surf & Turf Steakhouse
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.
Gallery 47°
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 colou
Dining
Surf & Turf Steakhouse
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.
Sushi Bar
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.
Kora La
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.
Islands
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.
Snack Shack
Festival food stalls and iconic British beach huts provided the inspiration for this grab 'n' go eatery. This means you can expect to pick up things like bacon butties for breakfast, and sweet chilli chicken wings, mezze salads and focaccia sandwiches in the afternoon.
47O
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.
Gallery 47O
You'll find this trendy Italian restaurant on the second floor of the ship's main dining room, 47O. It's a laid-back place, where bookings aren't necessary, and its designer look features a colour scheme inspired by the sunset.
The Glass House
This place has a split personality, but for all the right reasons. By day, it deals in deli-style light bites and freshly-squeezed juices. Come sundown, the venue turns into casual restaurant with a tapas-style menu. Plus, you can cook your own steaks on hot stones, for an extra charge.
Bars and Entertainment
Broadway Show Lounge
Plush seating and an 800-plus capacity give the ship's main entertainment venue professional credentials. We have 11 unique new shows, including Beatz Interactive, a hi-tech dance piece featuring LED-lit costumes.
Bar Eleven
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.
Squid & Anchor
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.
Movies by Moonlight
In a Marella Cruises first, we're premiering an open air cinema. It means you can watch classic movies and the latest box office hits under the stars. Blankets, popcorn, and hot chocolate will be available from the nearby bar
Deck Bar
This sociable spot ticks the box for cold drinks in between dips.
Live Casino
The stylish casino is open until late, and features 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.
Babytainment
Activity-wise, we've not forgotten about our youngest guests. While children head to the kids' club, you can take your under-threes along to our new Babytainment classes for parents and babies. Each free session brings something different to the table, from nursery rhyme sing-alongs to baby ballet. They're educational, too - take Sing & Sign, for instance, where little ones can follow in the footsteps of Mr Tumble from CBeebies, by learning Makaton sign language. The sessions take place all year round, with at least one per day.
Live Room
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.
Atrium Bar
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.