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S.S. Marlene: ship guide
A Marlene Dietrich-inspired Super Ship for the Danube, new for 2027.
Best for: Travelers who want the newest ship on the Danube in 2027, with a spa, a private dining room and glamorous Dietrich-inspired decor, including families on the July Generations departures. Sails from Budapest, Passau, Prague, Amsterdam in 2026 and 2027.
About S.S. Marlene
S.S. Marlene is Uniworld’s new Danube Super Ship for 2027, an homage to the German-born actress and singer Marlene Dietrich. The design draws on her two careers, old-Hollywood film star and later cabaret artist, with warm tan and gold tones and accents of pink, red and blue in selected spaces. Its first sailing is set for March 27, 2027 on Tulips & Windmills from Amsterdam before it settles onto the Danube for Enchanting Danube, Delightful Danube and Eastern Europe sailings.
The ship shares the 443-foot, 154-guest platform of S.S. Emilie, with 77 riverview staterooms from 175-square-foot Classic rooms through French Balcony staterooms of 194 to 227 square feet to eight 286-square-foot Suites and two 412-square-foot Grand Suites with a tub and butler service. A Grand Suite can be combined with the Deluxe French Balcony next door into a two-bedroom suite. Public rooms include the restaurant, lounge, a private dining room, a spa and a fitness center.
In 2027 S.S. Marlene sails Enchanting Danube and Delightful Danube between Budapest and Passau or Regensburg, Delightful Danube & Prague, Highlights of Eastern Europe from Budapest to Bucharest and the 19-day Portraits of Eastern Europe from Prague, with family-focused Generations Collection departures of Enchanting Danube in July. In 2028 it adds Danube Holiday Markets, Grand Highlights of the Danube and the 24-day Ultimate European Journey. It suits travelers who want the newest ship on the Danube with a touch of cabaret glamour.
- Brand-new Super Ship for 2027, first sailing March 27, 2027
- Decor inspired by Marlene Dietrich in warm tan and gold with pink, red and blue accents
- Grand Suites of 412 square feet with a rain shower and tub, half-opening French balcony windows and butler service
- Grand Suite plus adjoining Deluxe French Balcony converts into a two-bedroom suite
- Restaurant, lounge and a private dining room for groups
- Spa and fitness center on board
- 154 guests and a staff of 57 on a 443-foot ship
- Danube itineraries from Budapest, Passau and Prague in 2027 with Generations Collection family departures in July
Staterooms and suites
Classic
Twelve staterooms of 175 square feet on the lowest deck with a built-in closet, flat-screen TV with infotainment and a marble bathroom with Asprey products, towel warmer and heated mirror.
French Balcony
Thirty-five staterooms of 194 to 227 square feet in two sub-categories, A and B, each with a French balcony and marble bathroom; the core of the ship and the best value with an opening window.
Deluxe French Balcony
Twenty staterooms of 194 square feet with a French balcony on the upper deck; two adjoin the Grand Suites and can be booked as a second bedroom.
Suite
Eight Suites of 286 square feet with two French balcony windows that open to half height, butler service with laundry and in-room breakfast, a stocked mini bar, Nespresso machine, a bottle of wine on arrival and daily treats from the pastry chef.
Grand Suite
Two Grand Suites of 412 square feet with two half-opening French balcony windows, a marble bathroom with rain shower, tub and a separate toilet area, full butler service and in-suite treats; combine with the adjoining Deluxe French Balcony for a two-bedroom suite.
S.S. Marlene 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.
Adele Deck
Bar, Fitness Center, Serenity River Spa, Lounge, Aft Lounge, Suites/Staterooms.
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 S.S. Marlene
Dining on S.S. Marlene
RestaurantIncluded
The main restaurant, with breakfast and lunch buffets plus made-to-order dishes and a four-course dinner built on Hungarian, Austrian and Bavarian ingredients.
Private dining roomIncluded
A reservable room for celebrations or small groups who want a table of their own, included in the fare.
Lounge and barIncluded
The main lounge with Dietrich-inspired decor, evening entertainment and the port briefings; the bar stays open until the last guest turns in.
All-inclusive drinksIncluded
Fine wines, local beers, premium spirits, soft drinks and specialty coffees are unlimited throughout the cruise, and 24-hour room service is included.
Entertainment and activities
- Sun deck with loungers for the Wachau Valley, the Danube Bend and the Iron Gates
- Lounge with nightly local entertainment, from Viennese classical trios to Hungarian folk music
- Spa with massage treatments and a fitness center
- Daily fitness classes and morning yoga
- Free use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks in port
- Included excursions in every port, with Let’s Go active options and small-group Masterpiece Collection experiences
- Ship-wide Wi-Fi and gratuities for all onboard staff included
Families and who it suits
Uniworld accepts guests aged 5 and over in Europe, with under-18s sharing a cabin with an adult aged 21 or older; S.S. Marlene hosts family-focused Generations Collection departures of Enchanting Danube from Budapest to Passau in July 2027 and in June and July 2028, with activities and amenities for children and teens, and the Grand Suite plus adjoining Deluxe French Balcony makes a two-bedroom family suite.
Best for: Travelers who want the newest ship on the Danube in 2027, with a spa, a private dining room and glamorous Dietrich-inspired decor, including families on the July Generations departures.
Sails from: Budapest, Passau, Prague, Amsterdam · Regions: Danube, Rhine, Main
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Facts checked against Uniworld: S.S. Marlene, Cruise Industry News: Uniworld shares first looks of S.S. Audrey and Marlene, Cruise Industry News: Uniworld announces largest fleet expansion to date for 2027, Uniworld: Generations Collection on October 14, 2026. Ship details change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the current layout when you book.
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