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Marella Discovery 2

Marella Discovery 2 ticks all the boxes when it comes to cruise holidays.

About Marella Discovery 2

Marella Discovery 2 ticks all the boxes when it comes to cruise holidays. It’s All Inclusive as standard, and flaunts a range of cabins that includes something for everyone, from fancy Royal Suites that come with separate living rooms, Family Suites that sleep up to seven, and Balcony Cabins that are spot-on for couples. On the dining front, Marella Discovery 2 counts a variety of restaurants, bars and snack spots among its repertoire. It’s the same story when it comes to activities and entertainment, too. Here’s what you can expect:

• Minigolf course
• Rock-climbing wall
• Has-it-all kids’ club
• Pool deck with whirlpool baths
• Wellness centre with a spa, a salon and a gym
• Nightclub and casino

Ship Facts

Launch year	Language	Gross tonnage	Length	Width	Currency	Speed	Capacity	Crew count	Deck count	Cabin count	Wheelchair cabin count	Electrical plugs
2017	en	69472	264 meters	32 meters	GBP	24 knots	1836	771	11	918	17	types: US 2 Pin 110v EU 2 Pin 220v adapters provided: false

Accommodation

From spacious Family Suites that can sleep up to seven people to Balcony Cabins that pile on the sea views, there’s something for everyone on board Marella Discovery 2. A Marella Cruises holiday comes with an Inside Cabin on Deck 2 or 3 as standard, and you can pay extra to upgrade to a cabin or suite that’s perfect for your needs. Our offering includes the likes of Outside Cabins that are fitted with scenic portholes and Royal Suites that come stocked with a grand piano – plus much more. What’s more, all of our cabins have:

• Air conditioning
• Tea and coffee-making facilities
• A hairdryer
• A flatscreen TV
• Wardrobe space
• A safe

Royal Suite

The Royal Suite is Marella Discovery 2’s most luxurious cabin, and measures up at a huge 92m², and sleeps up to four. It 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, too, 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. You’ll find the Royal Suite on deck 8.

Facilities

King or Twin Configuration
Sofa Bed
Lounge Area
Shower
TV
Coffee Machine
Safe
Hair Dryer
Toiletries Provided
Room Service Available
Suite Benefits
Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
Telephone
Desk
Air Conditioning

Executive Suite

Executive Suite Cabin with Balcony and Suite Service

There are five Executive Suites, which sleep up to 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

Facilities

Queen or Twin Configuration
Sofa Bed
Shower
Bath
TV
Coffee Machine
Safe
Hair Dryer
Lounge Area
Toiletries Provided
Room Service Available
Suite Benefits
Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
Telephone
Desk
Air Conditioning

Grand Suite

Grand Suite Cabin with Balcony and Suite Service

The 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 shower over a bath. 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. Just so you know, this cabin will be refurbished for November 2024 - some images show the planned new appearance.

Facilities

Queen or Twin Configuration
Sofa Bed
Shower
Bath
TV
Coffee Machine
Safe
Hair Dryer
Lounge Area
Toiletries Provided
Room Service Available
Suite Benefits
Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
Telephone
Desk
Air Conditioning

Junior Suite

Junior Suite Cabin with Balcony and Suite Service

Junior Suites on Deck 8 sleep two. 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 shower over a bath, and a balcony. These cabins measure around 21m². 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. Just so you know, this cabin will be refurbished for November 2024 - some images show the planned new appearance.

Images are the planned appearance from November 2024

Facilities

Queen or Twin Configuration
Sofa Bed
Shower
Bath
TV
Coffee Machine
Safe
Hair Dryer
Lounge Area
Toiletries Provided
Room Service Available
Suite Benefits
Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
Telephone
Desk
Air Conditioning

Family Suite

The Deck 8 Family Suites sleep 7 people, and have 2 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 2 bathrooms, one with a shower and one with a bath. Plus, you’ve got a living area with a double sofa bed. The cabins – which cover around 40m2 – also come with a chalkboard wall, a PS4 games console and a balcony.

This cabin comes with Premier Service.
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.

Images are the planned appearance from November 2024

Facilities

Queen or Twin Configuration
Second Bedroom
Sofa Bed
Pullman Bed
Shower
Bath
TV
Coffee Machine
Safe
Hair Dryer
Lounge Area
Toiletries Provided
Room Service Available
Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
Media/Entertainment Station
Telephone
Desk
Air Conditioning

Family Junior Suite

This cabin sits on deck 8 and sleeps 6. 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.

This cabin comes with Premier Service.
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.

Images are the planned appearance from November 2024

Facilities

Queen or Twin Configuration
Sofa Bed
Shower
TV
Coffee Machine
Safe
Hair Dryer
Lounge Area
Toiletries Provided
Room Service Available
Suite Benefits
Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
Telephone
Desk
Air Conditioning

Deluxe Balcony Cabin

These cabins are on deck 7, and 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 16m². Just so you know, this cabin will be refurbished for November 2024 - some images show the planned new appearance.

Images are the planned appearance from November 2024

Facilities

Queen or Twin Configuration
Sofa Bed
Lounge Area
Toiletries Provided
TV
Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
Shower
Room Service Available
Safe
Hair Dryer
Telephone
Desk
Air Conditioning

Balcony Cabin

Balcony Cabins are on deck 6, and feature a set of twin beds that can convert to a queen-size double bed. You can also expect a sitting area, an en suite with a WC and a shower, and a balcony. These cabins sleep two, and are between 13 and 14m². Just so you know, this cabin will be refurbished for November 2024 - some images show the planned new appearance.

Images are the planned appearance from November 2024

Facilities

Queen or Twin Configuration
Lounge Area
Shower
Toiletries Provided
Room Service Available
TV
Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
Safe
Hair Dryer
Telephone
Desk
Air Conditioning

Deluxe Cabin

These cabins are on decks 7 and 8, and come with the bonus of a floor-to-ceiling window. 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 20m². Just so you know, this cabin will be refurbished for November 2024 - some images show the planned new appearance.

Images are the planned appearance from November 2024

Facilities

Queen or Twin Configuration
Sofa Bed
Shower
TV
Coffee Machine
Safe
Hair Dryer
Lounge Area
Toiletries Provided
Room Service Available
Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
Telephone
Desk
Air Conditioning

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. These sleep 2 to 4 people and measure 14m². Our 3 and 4-berth cabins have upper berths that fold down for extra sleeping space. Single Cabins are also available.

Facilities

Queen or Twin Configuration
Pullman Bed x2
Shower
TV
Coffee Machine
Safe
Hair Dryer
Toiletries Provided
Room Service Available
Telephone
Desk
Air Conditioning

Inside Plus Cabin

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 cabins on decks 7 and 8, and measure 15m².

Images are the planned appearance from November 2024

Facilities

Queen or Twin Configuration
Pullman Bed x2
Shower
Toiletries Provided
Room Service Available
TV
Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
Safe
Hair Dryer
Telephone
Desk
Air Conditioning

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 6, 7 and 8, sleep two, and measure between 12 and 13 m².

Images are the planned appearance from November 2024

Facilities

Queen or Twin Configuration
Pullman Bed x2
Shower
TV
Coffee Machine
Safe
Hair Dryer
Toiletries Provided
Room Service Available
Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
Telephone
Desk
Air Conditioning

Single Outside Cabin

These are on decks 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.

Facilities

Lounge Area
Toiletries Provided
TV
Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
Queen or Twin Configuration
Shower
Room Service Available
Safe
Hair Dryer
Telephone
Desk
Air Conditioning

Single Inside Cabin

These are on decks 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.

Images are the planned appearance from November 2024

Facilities

Queen or Twin Configuration
Shower
Room Service Available
Safe
Hair Dryer
Telephone
Desk
Air Conditioning
Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)

Entertainment

With so many entertainment options, no night onboard’s the same as the last. The Broadway Show Lounge delivers on West-End style numbers. Then there’s Squid & Anchor, which plays host to family-friendly game shows and pub quizzes. Movies by Moonlight takes over out on deck, while live musicians showcase the acoustics in the Atrium Bar. As the night draws to a close, head to the Live Room for a session on the dancefloor.

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.

Live Music
Relaxing Atmosphere
Bespoke Drinks Menu

The Atrium

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.

Live Room

As the flagship watering hole, this venue 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 dance-floor classics.

Nightly Live Music
Big selection of on-tap beers
Flagship Bar

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 Britannia, a celebration of the rise of some of the world’s best recording artists.

11 Unique Shows
2 Shows a Night
West-end Style Shows

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.

Great Views Day & Night
Cocktail Bar Great for Pre-Dinner Drinks
Late Night Disco

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.

Blackjack Tables
Fruit Machines
In Live Room

Squid and 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

Quizzes
Gameshows
Marella's Own Pub at Sea

Virtual Reality Experience

Take a break from the norm on Marella Discovery 2 with our Virtual Reality Experience – a first for Marella Cruises. Slip on a headset and you can explore new lands on Space Pirate Trainer, whizz through the solar system on Universe Sandbox 2, or paint your own galaxy on Tilt Brush by Google. It’s free, easy-to-use and suitable for all ages.

Photo Gallery & Pure Portrait Studio

Call in at 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

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.

Broad Street Shops

The onboard boutiques are open when the ship’s at sea, and stock a great range of duty-free products.

Open when the ship's at sea
Range of Products from Top Brands
Save on High Street Prices

Movies By Moonlight

Our open-air cinema lets you watch classic movies and the latest box office hits under the stars.

Classic Movies
Latest Box Office Hits
Movies Under the Stars

Deck Bar

These sociable spots tick the box for cold drinks in between dips.

Gamerzone

This fun, interactive space has gaming consoles for adults and children.

Veranda

This just-for-adults sunbathing area is located at the back of the ship, so you can relax with views of the horizon.

Reception

We’re open around the clock for anything you need.

Dining

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 colour scheme inspired by the sunset. As for what’s on the menu, you can expect authentic Italian dishes, including regional favourites.

Fast Facts:
Italian Restaurant
Serves Dinner
Included

47°

Marella Discovery 2’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.

Fast Facts:

Serves Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Waiter Service
Included

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.

Fast Facts:

Buffet Restaurant
Themed Dinners
Included

The Glass House

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.

Fast Facts:

Serves Lunch & Dinner
Relaxing Atmosphere
Included

Snack Shack

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:

Grab and Go Food
Beach hut seating
Included

Kora La

Our signature pan-Asian à la carte makes an appearance onboard Marella Discovery 2. 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:

Pan-Asian Cuisine
Pre-Bookable
Chargeable

Surf & Turf Steakhouse

As its name suggests, this à la carte eatery specialises 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:

Steakhouse
Pre-Bookable
Chargeable

Sushi Bar

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.

Fast Facts:

Speciality Dining
Pre-Bookable
Chargeable

The Coffee Port

Food: Café Experience: Cover charge may apply - If you’re in need of a caffeine boost, this place will do the trick. Lavazza coffee and sweet treats are served here courtesy of our in-house chocolatier. Plus, it’s a great people-watching spot, since it overlooks the atrium and comes with a chilled-out musical soundtrack.

Please note, the drinks from the menu here are only included as part of the Premium All Inclusive package.

Room Service

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.

Enrichment

Explore, your way

Whether you like to discover hidden gems, taste your way around a town, or soak up the scenery from the comfort of a coach, we’ve got the excursion for you.

Bike Tours

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.

Destination Services

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.

Cultural Classes

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.

Health & Fitness

Oceans Spa & 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.