MSC Cruises · Meraviglia Plus Class
MSC Grandiosa: ship guide
Meraviglia Plus flagship sailing the Caribbean year-round from Port Canaveral.
Best for: Orlando-area families and couples who want a big, lively European-style ship sailing 7-night Caribbean and short Bahamas cruises year-round from Port Canaveral, with the all-inclusive MSC Yacht Club as a step up. Sails from Orlando (Port Canaveral), Barcelona in 2026 and 2027.
About MSC Grandiosa
MSC Grandiosa opened the Meraviglia Plus generation in November 2019: a stretched Meraviglia Class hull at 181,541 gross tons with 4,842 guests at double occupancy, 2,421 staterooms and a crew of 1,704. The Galleria Grandiosa indoor promenade runs two decks under an LED dome ceiling with light shows and art, lined with boutiques, Jean-Philippe’s chocolate and crepe counters and the Infinity Bar. The Carousel Lounge aft stages MSC’s Carousel Productions at Sea shows on a rotating stage.
Outdoors the Wild Forest Aquapark packs twisting waterslides and interactive features beside four pools, the Himalayan Bridge ropes course crosses the top deck, and the Sportplex has a sports court, two full-size bowling alleys, MSC Formula Racer simulators, a VR Maze and an XD interactive cinema. Nine dining venues range from Butcher’s Cut and L’Atelier Bistrot to Kaito Teppanyaki, and more than 20 bars include the Masters of the Sea pub. The MSC Yacht Club forward is a keycard-access ship within a ship.
MSC Grandiosa finishes its 2026 Mediterranean season in October, crosses from Barcelona on a 14-night Grand Voyage via Funchal and San Juan and then sails year-round from Port Canaveral. Winter 2026 to 2027 and summer 2027 alternate 7-night Eastern Caribbean cruises to Nassau, Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve and Puerto Plata with 7-night Western Caribbean cruises to Nassau, Ocean Cay, Cozumel and Costa Maya, plus 3- and 4-night Bahamas escapes. It suits Orlando-bound families who want a big European-style ship without flying to Miami.
- Galleria Grandiosa, a two-deck indoor promenade under an LED dome ceiling with light shows and art displays
- Carousel Lounge with a rotating stage and Carousel Productions at Sea shows twice nightly
- Wild Forest Aquapark with twisting waterslides and interactive features beside four pools
- Himalayan Bridge ropes course, two full-size bowling alleys, MSC Formula Racer and a VR Maze
- Nine dining venues including L’Atelier Bistrot, Butcher’s Cut, Kaito Teppanyaki and Hola! Tapas Bar
- More than 20 bars and lounges including the Infinity Bar, Masters of the Sea pub and the Attic Club
- MSC Yacht Club ship within a ship with butler service, private restaurant, Top Sail Lounge and pool deck
- Every Caribbean sailing calls at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, the line’s private island in the Bahamas
Staterooms and suites
Interior
Interior and Deluxe Interior staterooms with a double bed that converts to twins, plus Studio Interior rooms for solo travelers; the most affordable way to sail a 3- or 4-night Bahamas escape.
Ocean View
Junior, Deluxe and Premium Ocean View staterooms with a picture window, some with partially obstructed views at lower fares; a sensible choice for families who want daylight without a balcony.
Balcony
Deluxe Balcony staterooms are the largest category on the ship, with Studio Balcony rooms for solo cruisers and partial-view balconies at a saving; the Deluxe Balcony Aurea adds the Aurea Experience with spa access, a drinks package and the Top 19 Exclusive Solarium.
Suites
Premium Suite Aurea and the Grand Suite Aurea with Terrace and Whirlpool include the Aurea Experience: priority boarding, My Choice dining, a massage at the MSC Aurea Spa and access to the private solarium.
MSC Yacht Club
Interior, Deluxe, Deluxe with Whirlpool and Royal Suites inside the keycard-access Yacht Club forward, with 24-hour butler service, a dedicated concierge, premium drinks, Wi-Fi, the private Yacht Club Restaurant, Top Sail Lounge, a sundeck with pool and whirlpools, thermal area access and the Ocean House beach at Ocean Cay.
MSC Grandiosa deck plans
Deck by deck, straight from our booking engine: the plan, the stateroom categories on that deck and the public rooms. Pick a deck.
19 - Degas
Himalayan Bridge, Wild Forest Aquapark, Wild Forest Bar, Top 19 Exclusive Solarium, MSC Yacht Club Grill & Bar, MSC Yacht Club Sundeck & Bar, MSC Yacht Club Pool, MSC Yacht Club, Whirlpool Bath, Solarium.
- MSC Yacht Club Sundeck & BarExclusive to MSC Yacht Club Guests, the MSC Yacht Club Sundeck & Bar, offers a luxurious and tranquil place to enjoy a cocktail. Surround yourself in the lap of luxury and let the artful bartenders prepare something special for you!
- MSC Yacht Club PoolMSC Yacht Club Pool
- MSC Yacht ClubDiscover a ship within a ship. A place where you can savor exclusivity and privacy in a world of choice. Where you can indulge in the luxury of a private club while enjoying access to the myriad recreation and entertainment possibilities that the rest of the ship affords.
- Wild Forest AquaparkOne of the most intricate and exciting water parks at sea, with three twisting slides.
- Himalayan BridgeHimalayan Bridge
Plans are the cruise line’s current drawings as supplied to our booking engine. Layouts change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the exact stateroom when you book.
On board MSC Grandiosa
Dining on MSC Grandiosa
Main Dining RoomsIncluded
Mediterranean-rooted menus with assigned seatings for Bella and Fantastica guests and flexible My Choice dining for Aurea and Yacht Club guests.
Marketplace BuffetIncluded
Open 20 hours a day with pizza, pasta, grill, salads, ethnic stations and late-night snacks.
Butcher’s CutSpecialty
MSC’s American-style steakhouse with aged, hand-cut steaks and seafood.
L’Atelier BistrotSpecialty
French bistro on the Galleria serving Parisian-style breakfast, lunch and dinner with an art-studio theme.
Kaito Teppanyaki and Kaito Sushi BarSpecialty
Theatrical teppanyaki grill plus a sushi and sashimi bar.
Hola! Tapas BarSpecialty
Spanish tapas and sangria on the Galleria.
Jean-Philippe Chocolat & Café and Crepes & GelatoSpecialty
Chocolatier Jean-Philippe Maury’s pastries, chocolate, crepes and gelato on the Galleria.
MSC Yacht Club Restaurant and Grill & BarIncluded
Private restaurant and pool-deck grill reserved for Yacht Club guests, included in the Yacht Club fare.
Entertainment and activities
- Carousel Productions at Sea shows such as Rouge, Strings and Sweet in the Carousel Lounge
- Broadway Theatre shows including Starwalker, Voyager, Songbook Abba and Songbook Tina
- Wild Forest Aquapark waterslides and the Himalayan Bridge ropes course
- Sportplex with a sports court, two full-size bowling alleys, MSC Formula Racer, VR Maze and XD interactive cinema
- Galleria Grandiosa LED dome shows, themed parties and the TV Studio & Bar game shows
- Four pools including an indoor pool with a sliding roof and the adults-only Top 19 Exclusive Solarium
- MSC Aurea Spa thermal area and MSC Gym powered by Technogym
- Attic Club nightclub, Sky Lounge, Masters of the Sea pub, Infinity Bar, Safari Bar and a casino
Families and who it suits
Kids clubs run from the Chicco Baby Club for under-threes through LEGO-themed Mini and Junior clubs for ages 3 to 6 and 7 to 11 to Young and Teen clubs for 12 to 14 and 15 to 17 with consoles and a tech lab; the Wild Forest Aquapark, bowling, Formula Racer, LEGO Experience on Board days and a beach day at Ocean Cay keep families together.
Best for: Orlando-area families and couples who want a big, lively European-style ship sailing 7-night Caribbean and short Bahamas cruises year-round from Port Canaveral, with the all-inclusive MSC Yacht Club as a step up.
Sails from: Orlando (Port Canaveral), Barcelona · Regions: Eastern Caribbean, Western Caribbean, Bahamas, Western Mediterranean
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Facts checked against MSC Cruises: MSC Grandiosa, Cruise Industry News: MSC Cruises Unveils U.S. Winter 2026-27 Program with Seven Ships, Cruise Hive: MSC Cruises Confirms Summer 2027 Departures From US Homeports on October 13, 2026. Ship details change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the current layout when you book.
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