Christened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 2004, the Queen Mary 2 retook her place as the proud flagship of Cunard’s fleet after a total refurbishment in 2016. Although she has 14 passenger decks and measures 1132 ft, Cunard pride themselves on the small details aboard the QM2 for a truly regal cruising experience.
Technically classed as an ocean liner, Queen Mary 2 harks back to the golden age of cruising and ocean travel. This is not only celebrated in her grand décor and furnishings but also in her iconic transatlantic voyages between Southampton and New York, and her annual world cruise.
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 Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth include The Verandah restaurant for high class French cuisine and the Golden Lion pub and Lido buffet 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.
On those long days at sea while traversing the Atlantic Ocean, you can be rest assured you’ll always be entertained aboard QM2.
During the day take a dip in the 13 pools, relax in the spa, play shuffleboard, tennis and golf, or jog around the running track. If you want to be a little less active, there’s the library, gallery and planetarium or access the QM”’s Wi-Fi.
There are a host of organised events too, such as seminars, workshops and dance classes while the children will be kept amused in the arcade and Play Zones.
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.
Did you know? Unique to QM2, there are kennel facilities for your pets and even a recording studio. Here Ed Sheeran recorded his album "Divide" during a seven day Transatlantic Crossing.
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
Facilities on the ship are outstanding, offering 14 bars, 10 restaurants, 8 whirlpools, fitness suites and more. There is an opportunity to down a pint in the Golden Lion Pub, a traditional style English public house. There is also a computer centre for guest to use, with a further addition of 14 WI-FI spots located in public areas throughout the ship. The ship has facilities to more than match the needs of its clientele.
- 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
What’s accommodation like on Queen Mary 2?
Famed for their opulence, Cunard’s Princess and Queen Grills are the setters of standards in terms of luxury cruising. Not only will you be served the pinnacle of dining options if staying in a top suite or penthouse, at the Grills Restaurants, you’ll also have access to exclusive decks and lounges.
Meanwhile, if staying in Britannia Class, the high bar Cunard set themselves result in excellent service and comfort as standard. A stay in one of QM2’s staterooms means a classic cruise experience with all your modern facilities, especially after her recent refurbishment.
The Queen Mary 2 dress code is elegantly formal. The quintessentially Britsh 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, and gentlemen break out your finest suits and favourite black tie attire.
To find out more, please see the main Cunard page or QM2’s cabin details.