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Family friendly – Inspired by our past. Designed for the future.
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About Britannia
Family friendly – Inspired by our past. Designed for the future. There has never been a more stylish way to see the world! Nothing beats the feeling of stepping on board a new ship for the first time. Whether you’re new to cruising, or a veteran of the high seas, your moments on board Britannia are sure to be truly memorable.
Ship Facts
| Launch year | Language | Gross tonnage | Length | Currency | Speed | Capacity | Crew count | Deck count | Cabin count | Wheelchair cabin count | Electrical plugs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | en | 143000 | 330 meters | GBP | 23 knots | 3647 | 1350 | 13 | 1837 | 35 |
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Accommodation
There's plenty of choice with P&O Cruises wide range of accommodation
Suite
The ultimate in luxury, our butler-serviced Suites offer the extra space of a lounge area (perfect for entertaining), a superior bathroom, dressing area and a broad balcony to take in the sights.
Facilities
- Toiletries Provided
- Butler Service
- TV
- King or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Room Service Available
- Suite Benefits
- Media/Entertainment Station
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
- Exclusive
Super Deluxe Balcony Cabins
There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination.
Facilities
- Shower
- TV
- King or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Vanity Area
- Toiletries Provided
- Room Service Available
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Balcony Cabins
There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination.
Facilities
- Shower
- TV
- King or Twin Configuration
- Lounge Area
- Vanity Area
- Toiletries Provided
- Room Service Available
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Inside Cabins
These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools.
Facilities
- Shower
- TV
- King or Twin Configuration
- Vanity Area
- Toiletries Provided
- Room Service Available
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Single Balcony Cabins
There's nothing quite like opening your patio style doors onto your own private balcony, especially to take in the fresh morning air or to enjoy a spectacular sail in to your next destination.
Facilities
- One Single Bed
- Shower
- TV
- Vanity Area
- Toiletries Provided
- Room Service Available
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Single Inside Cabins
These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to travel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools.
Facilities
- One Single Bed
- Shower
- TV
- Vanity Area
- Toiletries Provided
- Room Service Available
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Entertainment
There's never a dull moment...
P&O Cruises offers the very best in cruise entertainment. Days can be filled with as much or as little as you want, whilst evenings are no doubt the social highlight. When the sun goes down your ship begins to come alive with the hum of conversation and music, and you can be sure of a memorable night.
The Blue Bar
Elegant. Sophisticated. Refined.The Blue Bar will find guests cosseted in the ship’s very heart with a view of Britannia’s stunning starburst sculpture and a cocktail list in hand. What could be better?
Headliners Theatre
- By night, lose yourself in a performance at Headliners Theatre, where music, dance and spectacular production techniques come together in dazzling style. The shows, created by industry-leading producers and choreographers and performed by the stars of our own on-shore production company, The Academy, are not to be missed.
Crystal Room
Where better to hone dancing skills than in the glamorous setting of the Crystal Room? Expert teachers will have guests effortlessly gliding, swaying and twirling in no time!
The Live Lounge
Music and dancing are on the menu at The Live Lounge, the perfect spot for a nightcap
The Studio
One room, so many possibilities! This multi-purpose, state-of-the art venue will be the place to come for anything and everything from talks, guest speakers, cookery demos, films, game shows and music recitals...
The Limelight Club
- Music fans and foodies will love The Limelight Club. The first of its kind in the fleet, it offers a sophisticated supper-club experience. Feast on a fabulous modern European menu and enjoy intimate performances from world-class entertainment talent.
The Crow's Nest
Savour glorious ocean views and signature timeless classic cocktails with a twist. By day, the mood is restful for reading and reveries. By night, things take a sophisticated turn –the live pianist, moody vocals and stylish late-lounge vibe making it a popular haunt for night owls.
Brodie's Bar
Get set for good times in this lively, sociable pub. Hosting an incredible range of British and international bottled beers, ciders and real ales, you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to crafted brews. There’s also a great selection on tap, plus wines and traditional snacks if you need a nibble or two.
Sunset Bar
And relax... This stylish bar is the perfect spot to chill out in the sunshine or shade by day, with cool drinks served at your table. Later, watch the sunset with a cocktail or make a night of it under the stars
Dining
Market Cafe
Settle into a cosy world of temptation at the Market Café. With a fresh menu created by master pâtissier and P&O Cruises Food Hero Eric Lanlard, this luxurious haven in the heart of Britannia’s atrium offers something sweet for every palate.
The Limelight Club
Get cosy beneath the intimate low lighting of The Limelight Club and prepare yourself for a show-stopper of an evening at this ticketed event exclusively for adults. Feast your senses on entertainment provided by some of Britain’s best-loved performers – we’re talking real household names – and relish in a three-course culinary experience that’ll have your taste-buds tingling.
The Glass House
The perfect spot for light bites, lunchtime tipples and relaxed evening meals, with wines selected by Olly Smith.
Sindhu
Prepare your taste buds for a flavour-filled adventure. In stylish and sumptuous surroundings, Sindhu’s expert chefs will take you on a delicately spiced odyssey that celebrates the best of contemporary Indian cuisines. You can also make a date on sea daysto enjoy a delicious tiffin-style lunch.
Meridian Restaurant
For guests who like to escape the usual routine on holiday, they’ll love the flexibility of Freedom Dining. Opt for an early dinner one night and a late supper the next; they can shape each day as they please at this formal restaurant.
Oriental Restaurant
Taking its name from the 'O' in P&O (Peninsular and Oriental Steam Company), this elegant and welcoming dining room is all about enjoying the friendly atmosphere and company of table companions. Decorated in rich bronzes and golds, The Oriental Restaurant has an understated elegance and seats almost 500 people in stylish comfort. Huge ocean-view windows on three sides frame views of the ship's wake, while delicately crafted dishes are beautifully presented at the table. This is truly a world-class dining experience to be savoured in every sense.
Horizon Buffet
Dine, any time, at the self-service restaurant boasting an array of dishes to suit every mood and appetite.
Epicurean Restaurant
Dining experiences don’t come any finer than Epicurean. Marvel as each exquisite dish, inspired by classic British ingredients and given a modern twist by expert chefs, is presented at your table. The experience is complete with fine wines, flawless service, elegant surroundings and stunning ocean views.
Java Cafe
Java café now serves alcoholic drinks. Situated opposite The Glass House, it’s an ideal spot to sip a cool beer while enjoying a bird’s-eye view of the action down below.
Health & Fitness
Sports Court
Whether you enjoy the friendly competition of an organised tournament or prefer to play casually with your own party, short tennis, football, volleyball, basketball and cricket are just some of the options available in the Sports Court. And just aft of the Sports Court you will find the golf nets, where you can perfect your swing, using your own clubs or those provided.
Gymnasium
Passengers can watch the waves as they work out with all the latest equipment, including exercise bikes, rowing machines, running machines, steppers, resistance machines and a range of weights.
The below classes are charged at an additional cost of approximately £7 per person per class and can be booked on board:
- Pilates
- Yoga
- Tour de Cycle group cycling
- Body sculpt boot camp
- TRX and results based training
Oasis Spa
With superb ocean views and relaxing cream décor, the tranquil Oasis Spa is the perfect place to relax and be pampered. In the treatment rooms you can enjoy private ocean views as you succumb to a relaxing massage.
Also linked to the Oasis Spa is the hydrotherapy pool, which offers a hydromassage; a type of treatment that increases circulation, eases tension and aids restful sleep. Flooded with light via a pyramid skylight, the hydropool lies in the centre of several tiled columns. Alternatively passengers can head for Arcadia's thermal suite on the starboard side where they'll find three steam rooms, a sauna and a heated swimming pool.
The fully equipped salon is the perfect place for those who want to look their best. Located in the spa, passengers can try a new colour or style in the hands of fully trained stylists.
Swimming Pools
Enjoy a leisurely dip in the pool or simply relax on deck and soak up the sun on one of our sun loungers...
- Riviera pool - Outdoor pool, located on Lido Deck. Has two ladders with 7 steps
- Lido pool - Outdoor pool located on Lido Deck. Has 10 downwards steps and a ladder with steps.
- Serenity pool - Outdoor pool 1.2 to 1.8 meters deep. Located on Sun Deck - adult only
- Terrace pool - Outdoor pool (reserved for teens in school holiday. 1.1 meters deep. Located on Sun Deck aft. You have 7 steps to climb to reach pool then has ladder with 5 steps to get in
- Hydro therapy pool - Located on Deck 5. You have 3 steps to get up to the pool and then 9 steps to get into the pool. (Charges apply as this is an indoor pool part of the spa)
Deckplans
Sports Deck
- Sunbathing Arena
- Bar
- Golf Nets
Sun Deck
- The Retreat
- Whirlpool Spa
- Serenity Pool & Bar
- Deck Games
- Children's Play Area
- Surfers (The Reef)
- Aerobics Studio
- Gymnasium
- Splashers (The Reef)
- (Night) Nursery Under 2's
- Scubas (The Reef)
- H2O (The Reef)
- The Cookery Club
- Terrace Pool
Lido Deck
- Single Inside Cabins with Shower
- Single Inside Balcony Cabins with Shower
- The Crow's Nest
- The Marlow Suite
- Library
- Ivory Suite
- Fine Dining Restaurant
- The Pizzeria
- Lido Bar
- Lido Grill
- Lido Pool
- Riviera Pool
- Ice Cream Grab & Go
- Riviera Bar
- Horizon Restaurant
- Beach House
- Sunset Bar
Deck A
- Inside Cabins with Shower
- Larger Inside Cabins with Shower
- Balcony Cabins with Shower
- Balcony Cabins with Shower and Sofa
- Superior Deluxe Balcony with Bath/Shower
- Suite with Bath/Shower
- Launderette
Deck B
- Inside Cabins with Shower
- Larger Inside Cabins with Shower
- Balcony Cabins with Shower
- Balcony Cabins with Shower and Sofa
- Superior Deluxe Balcony with Bath/Shower
- Suite with Bath/Shower
- Launderette
Deck C
- Inside Cabins with Shower
- Larger Inside Cabins with Shower
- Balcony Cabins with Shower
- Balcony Cabins with Shower and Sofa
- Suite with Bath/Shower
- Launderette
Deck E
- Inside Cabin with Shower
- Balcony Cabin with Shower and Sofa
- Balcony With Shower (Without Sofa)
- Suite with Bath/Shower
- Launderette
Deck F
- Inside Cabin with Shower
- Balcony Cabin with Shower and Sofa
- Suite with Bath/Shower
- Launderette
Deck D
- Inside Cabin with Shower
- Balcony Cabins
- Suite with Bath/Shower
- Launderette
Deck G
- Inside Cabins with Shower
- Balcony Cabins with Shower and Sofa
- Suite with Bath/Shower
- Launderette
Main Deck
- Headliners Theatre
- The Crystal Room
- The Glass House
- Java
- Future Cruise Sales/Loyalty
- Photo Gallery
- The Studio
- Sindhu
- The Live Lounge & Bar
Tween Deck
- Headliners Theatre
- Brodie's Bar
- Casino
- Shopping
- Peninsular Restaurant
- Oriental Restaurant
Landing Deck
- Oasis Spa
- Hydrotherapy Suite
- Salon
- Treatment Rooms
- Explorers
- Reception
- The Limelight Club
- Shopping
- Atrium
- Market Cafe
- Blue Bar
- Meridian Restaurant