Harking back to the golden age of ocean travel, Queen Mary 2 is a renowned ocean liner that’s abundant with grand decor and furnishings. Offering a selection of sailings, including the iconic transatlantic voyages, top highlights onboard include the Fairways, dining at the Steakhouse at The Verandah and the popular Afternoon Tea.
Top Queen Mary 2 Deals
The ship in numbers
- Launched 2004
- Tonnage 149,215
- Wheelchair accessible cabins 32
- Decks 14
- Lifts 22
- Pools 5
- Restaurants 7
- Formal nights Yes
- Kids clubs Yes
- Maximum capacity 2691
- Crew 1,253
- Refurbished 2016
What's onboard
Dining
Cunard celebrate the traditions of British cruising with separate dining for guests depending on their accommodation class and quintessential Afternoon Tea. In Britannia class on Queen Mary 2, luxury is as standard while in Grills, you can expect only the best Cunard has to offer in your intimate restaurant and exclusive deck and lounge.
Alternative dining options onboard the Queen Mary 2 include The Verandah restaurant for high class French cuisine and the Golden Lion pub and Lido restaurant for some cosy home comforts in a more relaxed setting. In addition, when the urge takes you, simply order to your room and enjoy a meal on the balcony, meaning you’ll never have to worry about going hungry.
Entertainment
On those long days at sea while traversing the Atlantic Ocean, you can be rest assured you’ll always be entertained aboard QM2. Whatever mood you feel after dinner, there’s something for you in the evening. Enjoy a drink at the various bars whatever the occasion. Take in the Commodore Club’s live jazz, the Theatre shows or dance the night away in the Queen’s Ballroom or G32 Nightclub; which is also host to a fun silent disco on select evenings.
Other bars and lounges:- Empire Casino
- Golden Lion Pub
- Chart Room
- Sir Samuel’s
- The Tasting Room
- Laurent Perrier Champagne Bar
- Carinthia Lounge
- Churchill’s Cigar Lounge
- The Pavillion Bar
- The Terrace Bar
Things to do
Recreation
Facilities on QM2 are outstanding, offering 14 bars, 10 restaurants, 8 whirlpools, fitness suites and more, there’s something for everyone to do during their cruise with Cunard:
- The Zone/The Play Zone for children
- Cunard ConneXions for workshops, seminars and lectures
- Video Arcade
- Mayfair shops
- Designer Boutique's including Michael Kors
- QM2 bookshop
- The Library
- Kennels
- Hospital
- Launderette
- Gallery
- Planetarium
- Spa and Fitness
As well as swimming pools and Jacuzzis to soak in, there are a number of spa treatments and massages you can book aboard Queen Mary 2. What better way to make your holiday even more luxurious than treating yourself to a professional massage or skin treatment.
Useful Information
Event Voyages in 2025
Queen Mary 2 is embarking on several exciting Event Voyages throughout 2025, including Cunard's 185th Anniversary Sailing! With so many unique and wonderful experiences waiting, you can find out more about all the Cunard 2025 Event Voyages right here; don't wait to book, though, they're popular!
Shakespeare At Sea
Cunard are set to make their transatlantic voyages on Queen Mary 2 even more memorable after joining up with the Royal Shakespeare Company. From exclusive theatre shows to performances of famous sonnets, let the talented cast bring the work of one of the world's best-known playwrights to life, even on the open ocean!
Dress Code
The Queen Mary 2 dress code is elegantly formal. The quintessentially British cruise line combines traditional elegance with their incredible standards and the understated class of formal dress adds to the charm every night onboard. Ladies take your favourite cocktail dress, and in sunnier climates maxi dresses, while gentlemen break out your finest suits and favourite black tie attire.
Pets
If you’ve always dreamt of taking the most treasured member of your family on the cruise with you, QM2 is the ship for you as there are kennel facilities for your pets. Read more on our blog - Is it Time to Treat Your Pet to a Cruise?
Queen Mary 2 is one of the ships that depart from the UK. To find out more, read our blog post - Cruise Ships Departing From Southampton.
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Iglu Cruise customer reviews for Queen Mary 2
Firstly the positives. . . Food is excellent Service also is efficient In the evening there is a very good comedian called Jeff Stephenson and Cunard made the World Cup coverage easy to watch,. There's Board games also. The negatives were the website close to embarkation where it wouldn't accept our mainstream debit cards but at port it went smoothly. Whilst on the ship we received a letter saying our buying would be restricted if we didn't call our bank which was embarrassing and unnecessary so we visited the pursers counter where we had to use an emergency credit card so it sounds like Cunard may have some "arrangement " with credit card suppliers but it was a worry we didn't need. Being my first cruise/voyage i was pleasantly surprised just how smooth the Queen Mary 2 is. Great to take in the Statue of Liberty at sunrise also.
We had a great time. Weather was fantastic. Service in parts was slow, but it was a busy cruise. Embarkation was a bit of a nightmare especially in the heat. We also received onboard credit which we weren’t informed about. My sister only found out by accident , at 20. 45 on the Thursday evening, 15 minutes before the shops closed. My brother wasn’t able to use his as he didn’t know about it. That was disappointing to our two first time cruisers. IGLU were great during the initial booking process, but were difficult to contact after booking. I added one passenger and incurred a charge, considering we spent a lot of money over the 2 days, I felt that this was unacceptable. Although I did feel that IGLU gave us a great initial price.
From start to finish, the whole ship and crew were all perfect! The food was outstanding, all delivered to your table in a professional manner. The choice of wine to accommodate the meal was also great, with great information provided by a sommelier “Sergei”.
Beautiful ship, fantastic crew, everyone very friendly, love all the Cunard ships but QM2 is special.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cabins
What are the main types of cabins on Queen Mary 2?
Cabins are tied to dining tiers: Britannia (Inside/Oceanview/Balcony), Princess Grill Suites, and Queens Grill Suites.
Families and Kids
Is Queen Mary 2 family-friendly?
Yes, it is very family-friendly. The ship features dedicated kids' clubs, family activities, and youth staff.
Does Queen Mary 2 have waterslides?
No, this ship focuses on a more relaxed, elegant pool deck experience without waterslides.
Food and drink
What are the main dining options on Queen Mary 2?
Enjoy complimentary, multi-course meals in the elegant Main Dining Room, or visit the casual buffet for relaxed, flexible dining.
What speciality dining is there on Queen Mary 2?
The ship offers premium dining venues like steakhouses, Italian trattorias, or Asian-fusion restaurants. Cover charges usually apply.
Itineraries
Which ports does Queen Mary 2 usually sail out of?
This ship sails from various global ports depending on the season. Please check specific itineraries for exact departure locations.
Ship Features
What are the top highlights onboard Queen Mary 2?
Its traditional White Star Service, elegant formal nights, and classic ocean-liner design.
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