Synonymous with the Italian dolce vita, an expression of carefree joy, Costa Cruises’ Costa Smeralda is a sensational cruise ship boasting exciting modernity, stylish interiors, and a welcoming environment where your every need is taken care of by a thoughtful crew. Named after a stunning stretch of the Sardinian coastline, Costa Smeralda features sleek designs that pay homage to Costa Cruises’ history of classic Italian designs, while maintaining a fresh modernity matched by its state-of-the-art amenities and attractions. Onboard, you’ll be met with authentic Italian cuisine alongside international foods and flavours, engaging world-class entertainment, pools surrounded by sun loungers, and so much more. When it comes to making memories while exploring some of the world’s most stunning places, cruises aboard Costa Smeralda are always worth considering.
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What's onboard
Dining
Dining aboard Costa Smeralda is an indulgent experience, with this ship home to several sensational restaurants serving authentic Italian cuisine alongside food from around the world.
If you’re looking for a more refined dining experience, you’ll find fantastic multi-course meals in a more formal environment in one of the main dining rooms onboard. However, that’s far from your only option; casual buffet-style dining and spots serving light bites throughout the day can also be found on Costa Smeralda, ensuring everyone will find something to suit their tastes, no matter what time of day. Among these options, highlights include:
- Archipelago - an innovative restaurant featuring three fresh menus from three world-famous chefs, Archipelago invites you to explore new culinary delights and flavours that promise to impress
- Pummid’Oro Pizzeria - every meal is a show at Pummid’Oro Pizzeria, an Italian restaurant with a vibrant atmosphere, delicious food, creative cocktails, and more to look forward to
- Teppanyaki Restaurant - a relaxed restaurant where you’ll have the chance to indulge in vibrant Japanese cuisine cooked teppanyaki style, which is something you won’t want to miss!
- Sushino at Costa - Costa Cruises’ first sushi bistro, you’ll find a wide range of authentic Japanese dishes here, and the option to sit-in or take-away
- Gelateria Amarillo - home to a wonderful selection of homemade ice creams, delicious chocolate praline, and so much more, this spot is the perfect place for sweet treats while the sun is shining
Costa Smeralda is also home to Food LAB, an interactive ‘seasice cooking school’ where you’ll work with talented members of Costa Cruises’ culinary team to hone your cooking skills and create some truly delectable dishes. Whether you’re looking to master the art of sushi or impress with expertly crafted aperitifs, sessions in Food LAB are always a lot of fun.
Entertainment
Costa Cruises’ entertainment aboard Costa Smeralda is engaging, exciting, and always delightful. In the central Colosseo, you’ll find a wide variety of innovative entertainment, including acrobatic displays, live music, interactive experiences, and more. Meanwhile, the Sanremo Theatre is home to more traditional cruise entertainment, with stunning stage shows and live performances to enjoy every evening. You’ll also find fun games and entertainment at Piazza di Spagna, the perfect place for fun in the sun.
Beyond this, though, Costa Smeralda is home to a variety of lounge bars and social spaces where you can enjoy scintillating conversation with your fellow cruisers, live music performances, and delicious drinks. Highlights include:
- Aperol Spritz Bar - an Aperol Spritz is an invitation to smile in a serene atmosphere of pure joy, and this themed bar has a menu of Aperol-inspired cocktails and drinks you’ll want to indulge in
- Il Mattino Bar - a popular spot to enjoy refreshments throughout the day and into the evening, you’ll be a stone’s throw from popular destinations like Colosseo and Sanremo Theatre in Il Mattino Bar
- Mito Disco - when the sun sets, the fun continues aboard Costa Smeralda; Mito Disco is a nightclub venue with addictive music, a packed dance floor, and hours of fun for music lovers looking for late-night entertainment
- Campari Bar - a stylish bar where you can indulge in a variety of Campari liqueurs and cocktails using Campari, there’s always a vibrant atmosphere to enjoy here
- Superba Bar - an aft-facing, outdoor bar space, this is the perfect place to enjoy refreshments in the sunshine and stunning sea views while socialisingc
With so much entertainment on offer, you’re certain to find something exciting to enjoy when spending any amount of time at sea with Costa Cruises aboard Costa Smeralda.
Family
While there’s a lot for adults to do aboard Costa Smeralda, this Costa Cruises ship is also a delight for children and families, with family-friendly entertainment and activities aplenty.
In Costa Cruises’ Squok Club, children aged three to 11 years will find age-appropriate activities and engaging excitement throughout their cruise. This is a stimulating environment ideal for socialising and ensuring that everyone has the best time on board. For younger children, those ages six months to six years, there’s the Baby Squok Area within Squok Club, a space dedicated to little ones.
Meanwhile, children of all ages (and adults, too) will be able to enjoy the Arcade Games Room and VR Space onboard, both offering excitement utilising state-of-the-art technology. The Aqua Park also makes for a fantastic outdoor activity, with thrilling waterslides and splash zones you won’t want to miss.
Things to do
Beyond indulging in a variety of delicious dishes at the dining venues onboard and immersing yourself in the engaging entertainment found in the Colosseo and beyond, Costa Smeralda is home to an abundance of activities and experiences that will keep you busy while at sea.
Wellness
Those of you on a wellness journey while cruising with Costa Cruises will be pleased to know that Costa Smeralda features both the Beauty Salon Solemio and Beauty Spa Solemio; in these serene spaces onboard, you’ll find a wide range of treatments and services to take advantage of, all of which have your wellness and relaxation in mind. The Area Gym onboard is also equipped with state-of-the-art fitness equipment, ensuring you’ll have no trouble working up a sweat while sailing aboard Costa Smeralda.
Recreation
As for other activities, Costa Smeralda is home to a Sports Area, perfect for friendly competition and outdoor excitement, alongside an Arcade Games Room and VR Space, where cruisers of all ages can play exciting video games and immerse themselves in fresh experiences using the latest technology. Those who aren’t afraid of heights will also love the Volare Skywalk, a stunning panoramic walkway that reaches the ship’s highest point. Here, you’ll enjoy unrivalled views of Costa Smeralda and the surrounding seascape.
This cruise ship is also home to a selection of retail outlets, offering a range of items, from Costa-themed souvenirs to clothing, luxury goods, and more. Whether you’re treating yourself or buying a gift for someone special, it’s always worth browsing the shops available onboard.
Useful Information
Costa Cruises’ C|Club
If you want to make the most of your time aboard Costa Smeralda, be sure to check out Costa Cruises’ C|Club: an innovative loyalty program that gives you some sensational bonuses right from the start!
With benefits including discounts on select departures, exclusive C|Club activities onboard, shore excursion savings, and more, this is one club you’ll want to be a part of. Find out more about Costa Cruises’ C|Club right here.
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Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Costa Smeralda
Our cruise was 50/50 Some good some bad. Cabin quite small, food sometimes good sometimes bad. ship too big and too crowded. Even charged us 22 euros fees for the day we disembarked at 9. 30 am
Whilst the cruise did not have a lot of British passengers onboard, we had a superb time. Cabin was spotless and roomy. Service by all staff was first class. Food was amazing at all times with nothing we thought was bad. Entertainment was some of the best we have seen at sea. We will definitely be going back with Costa again. Ignore all of the bad press and reviews as it's not as bad as people make out. Fantastic well designed ship.
Ship was amazing and clean. Staff worked hard but didn't have time to give guests the same level of attention that you receive with other cruise lines . Restaurant food was hit and miss . Overall good value for money
Amazing week My husband and daughter’s first cruise and it was amazing. Food was amazing but very Italian. But we enjoyed it not one plate I thought was bad. The gammon and pork belly in the buffet was my favourite. staff was amazing. The party’s was amazing the balcony cabin with the terrace was a good size for two adults and a child. The buffet could get a bit mad at busy times but other than that it was great. Next year we’ll do a biggger boat.
