Arvia
An innovative ship that’s perfect for your first cruise or your hundredth, Arvia is brimming with engaging amenities and exciting entertainment, ensuring you’ll have just as much to explore onboard as you would when you head ashore. Home to an impressive array of dining options, like the ever-popular 6th Street Diner, fantastic features such as a swimming pool under the retractable SkyDome roof, a thrilling high-ropes course, and so much more, there’s never been a better time to visit sought-after destinations around the world with Arvia.
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The ship in numbers
- Launched 2022
- Tonnage 185581
- Wheelchair accessible cabins 55
- Decks 18
- Lifts 22
- Pools 4
- Restaurants 17
- Formal nights Yes
- Kids clubs Yes
- Maximum capacity 6,264
- Crew 1,762
- Refurbished 2022
What's onboard
Dining
Whether you’re sitting down to enjoy a casual breakfast before an adventure ashore, grabbing lunch on the go during a sea day, or enjoying an exquisite evening meal to celebrate something special, the dining options aboard P&O Cruises’ Arvia will satisfy all your cravings.
Boasting cruise adventures at fantastic value, you’ll find a fantastic array of complimentary restaurants available alongside paid-for speciality restaurants; with both types of dining option offers casual and formal experiences, there truly is something for every occasion on Arvia. The following eateries are among the highlights available:
- Meridian - a sophisticated main dining room, Meridian boasts refined decor to match the excellent dishes available on a rotating menu throughout your voyage
- Zenith - another main dining room, you’ll enjoy a sensational selection of dishes from an array of cuisines here, with attentive service adding to the experience
- The Quays - catering to all tastes and preferences, this food hall-style venue features a wide array of dishes from cuisines the world over for you to enjoy
- Taste 360 - a vibrant street food-style dining venue on the Lido Deck, you’ll find a fantastic selection of dishes and light bites from around the world here
- Sindhu* - offering contemporary Indian cuisine with a tasty tiffin-style lunch available during sea days, you’ll embark on a culinary adventure every time you dine here
- The Glass House* - an informative dining experience where you’ll learn about pairing your dishes with the perfect wines; there will also be numerous talks and tastings here, making it a popular destination for foodies
- The Epicurean* - taking advantage of the best British ingredients available, you’ll find a selection of stunning contemporary dishes available here
- The Keel & Cow* - from burgers and pies to fish and chips, this modern gastropub serves up a variety of fan-favourites with flavour-packed into every bite
- The Olive Garden* - savour sensational Mediterranean dishes in this elegant dining venue with an authentic atmosphere to enjoy
*Dining here may incur an additional charge.
Entertainment
When you’re not tucking into some fantastic food or spending some time ashore exploring the exciting destinations on your itinerary, P&O Cruises’ Arvia boasts an abundant selection of engaging entertainment for you to enjoy. With live shows and stage productions scheduled throughout your cruise, as well as live music performances in several of the ship’s bars and lounges, there’s always something to look forward to. No two evenings will ever need to be the same, unless you want them to be!
On Arvia, you’ll encounter an incredible variety of venues, including: Crow’s Nest, a piano lounge on the upper decks boasting sensational sea views and an intimate atmosphere; The Limelight Club, a bar boasting glitz and glamorous, with partying as the sun sets; 710 Club, home to Arvia’s resident live music band and a place where up-and-coming musicians perform; and Sunset Bar, an aft-facing area with stunning views and a fantastic selection of refreshments. This modern ship is also home to Ocean Studios Cinema, a fantastic venue to catch the latest blockbusters at sea, and SkyDome: a dazzling multi-purpose entertainment space with a swimming pool, sun loungers, and so much more to discover.
With impromptu entertainment adding to the incredible experiences you’ll find here, such as relaxed pianist performances in the Grand Atrium and silent disco parties on select evenings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy during the day and into each evening.
Family
Embarking on a family adventure aboard Arvia? P&O Cruises’ impressive ship offers a fantastic range of family-friendly amenities and activities, ensuring guests of all ages are entertained throughout their cruise.
For younger guests, The Reef hosts dedicated kids' clubs with supervised activities and fun play spaces. With the Nursery (6 months to 2 years), Splashers (ages 2 to 4), Surfers (ages 5 to 8), and Scubas (ages 9 to 12), children of all ages will be catered to, and you can easily book sessions in advance to ensure you’re keeping your family escape organised.
It’s worth keeping in mind, however, that parents must accompany little ones in the Nursery; although, there’s also a Night Nursery that offers supervised evening care, so parents can enjoy an evening onboard without worry.
In addition to these kids’ clubs, teens can head to Scene (ages 13 to 17), a cool hangout spot with pool tables, gaming consoles, and more. While this affords older kids more independence, Youth Team members are always on hand to run activities and lend a hand.
Things to do
Beyond Arvia’s remarkable SkyDome space and stunning entertainment experiences, you’ll find an impressive selection of amenities and activities to enrich your escape. So, whether it’s a quiet morning before disembarking or a sunny sea day, there’s still so much to look forward to with P&O Cruises.
Recreation
On Arvia, you’ll encounter several sparkling swimming pools, each one surrounded by sun loungers and served by nearby bars boasting a broad array of refreshments. From aft-facing pool areas offering unrivalled ocean views to quieter pools with sunken seating away from the hustle and bustle, there’s a swimming pool space for every type of traveller on Arvia.
You’ll also find interactive experiences like Mission Control, an exciting escape room ideal for problem-solvers of all ages, as well as the tropical-themed Altitude activity zone, home to sports courts, minigolf, a ropes course, and more.
Wellness
Adding to this, Arvia invites you to unwind and relax with an array of sumptuous treatments from P&O Cruises’ Oasis Spa and Salon; a comfortable space with a thermal suite, you’ll find a hydrotherapy pool here alongside a sauna, steam room, and heated stone loungers. Complemented by a robust selection of salon services and specialised men’s grooming, continuing your wellness journey at sea has never been easier.
Or if you prefer to stay active at sea, Arvia features a state-of-the-art fitness centre with modern equipment. Here, you can join expert-led fitness classes throughout your cruise or book a session with a personal trainer.
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Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Arvia
Lovely ship , food was excellent , loved the Limelight club , Our only problem was the app , didn't work very well with an android phone , but we had booked all our restraurunt's and entertainment prior to sailing . Very enjoyable holiday .
From start to finish, we had a wonderful time. Our cabin (12514) was perfect. it was kept spotlessly clean and tidy by our cabin steward ( sorry, did nit get his name). The ship is huge, so lots to see and do. We pre-booked most of the evening dining options before boarding. All the meals we had were lovely. our best meal was at the Olive Grove. We visited all the bars, the Crows Nest being our favourite. The drinks were well made and at a fair price. Plenty of Hot Tubs to try out, all being HOT. We mainly used the adults pool, as it was always quite and NO KIDS! Evening entertainment in the Club House was varied. 'Pulse' were brilliant, but get there early for a good seat. Do try the Crazy Golf, good fun! Most of the staff are good, BUT the staff in the MDRs in the mornings, were very miserable! A BIG shout out to 'Suresh Lourembam'. An absolutley great waiter. He served us in the Amber Lounge, Adults pool and the Crows Nest. He really made our Cruise a Fun one. We miss his so much. Would we go on another P&O cruise?........oh yes! in fact, we have already booked for the Arvia on the Caribbean cruise in December 27.
Once again we have had a fantastic holiday onboard Arvia. All the crew were great and our cabin attendant went above and beyond to make sure we had all that we needed. Great live music even if it was very loud, again! Fantastic food choices as we have come to expect from P & O.
Was quick to get onto the ship, lovely spacious room comfy bed. There are lots of restaurants all over the ship ( some you have to pay extra for) but all the food was very good ( i am not a fussy eater ) that said food was still excellent and restaurant staff couldn't do enough for you. the queuing system if you don't use the on board app takes a bit of used to but the two large restaurants at the stern of the ship you can just go to the desk and get a beeper and they will buzz you when table is available, system worked well for us as we where willing to share tables. Bars there are lots all over the ship , they do not have all the same menus ie beers/largers can change but there is a good varieties all over the ship. the staff are all willing to help and make suggestions. not my NIGGLE but someone complained no Vermouth so if you like Martinees not the ship for you. we only went to a couple of shows and they where very good.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins
What are the main types of cabins on Arvia?
You can choose from standard Inside, Oceanview, and Balcony staterooms, alongside a selection of spacious, premium Suites.
Families and Kids
Is Arvia family-friendly?
Yes, it is very family-friendly. The ship features dedicated kids' clubs, family activities, and youth staff.
Does Arvia have waterslides?
Yes, it features the Altitude Splash Valley with water jets and slides.
Food and drink
What are the main dining options on Arvia?
Choose between traditional Club Dining (set times) or flexible Freedom Dining, plus a casual buffet and poolside grills.
What speciality dining is there on Arvia?
Highlights include Sindhu (authentic Indian cuisine) and The Epicurean (fine dining). Cover charges apply.
Itineraries
Which ports does Arvia usually sail out of?
The ship primarily sails round-trip from Southampton (UK), with seasonal fly-cruises from the Caribbean or Mediterranean.
Ship Features
What are the top highlights onboard Arvia?
The SkyDome, a stunning glass-roofed pool and entertainment venue.
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