What is included on a Cunard cruise?

When booking with Cunard, your fare will include: Staterooms A choice of Britannia, Britannia Club, Princess Grill and Queens Grill staterooms and suites. All en suite and air-conditioned. Your own personal steward or butler* (for Queens Grill suites). Nightly turndown service. Satellite TV (with multi-language film and music channels). Direct-Dial Telephone. Refrigerator. Hair Dryer. Safe. Daily Shipboard Newspaper and Program. Egyptian cotton bed linen. Pamper pack. Dining Breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant associated with your stateroom grade. A self-service buffet restaurant (the Lido or Kings Court) offering breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. Breakfast in bed. 24-hour room service (for Britannia Club, Princess Grill and Queens Grill guests) Afternoon Tea of sandwiches, cakes and pastries each day. Tea, coffee, water and fruit juice are available 24 hours a day at the Lido Restaurants on Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria, and Kings Court on board Queen Mary 2. Water during meals and coffee after meals. Entertainment Productions in the Royal Court Theatre, including light-hearted comedies, serious dramas, Shakespeare classics and spectacular musical productions. Dancing in the nightclub or Queens Room. Deck games, board games, and quizzes. Access to our onboard libraries. A variety of fitness and dance classes. Live music in many venues, including resident bands to jazz ensembles to classical recitals and soloists. Film screenings in cinema venues or in your stateroom. Shows in the planetarium (Queen Mary 2 only). Cunard Insights - regular talks on contemporary issues by well-known celebrities, experts and personalities. Health and well-being Full use of the sports court for football, deck tennis, basketball and more A choice of swimming pools and whirlpool spas Fully equipped gym Children's clubs Full access to our supervised age-specific children's clubs. Wide range of entertainment and age-specific activities offered day and night. Fare benefits When booking with the Cunard Fare, you can choose your stateroom location and have use of the shuttle bus service provided by Cunard when on shore. You will also benefit from first priority for receiving your chosen dining seating time and table size in the Britannia Restaurant, and you will receive the highest priority for stateroom upgrades: all for only a 15% deposit. If you are happy to forgo some of the Cunard Fare benefits, Our Lowest Fare is an attractive option, when available. You can still enjoy the same accommodations, food, entertainment and White Star Service. Additional benefits include: A guaranteed stateroom and a reduced non-refundable deposit.

What is not included in my Cunard cruise fare?

There are several elements of a Cunard voyage that are not included in your fare. These include: Shore Experiences. Premium soft and alcoholic drinks. Drinks packages and wine collections. Wine experiences. Dining in our alternative venues. Room service (for Britannia guests). Specialty Afternoon Teas. Gift packages. Internet packages. On board retail and art gallery. The casino. Spa and salon facilities and treatments. Selected classes, tours and activities on board. Hotel and dining service charges. Travel insurance. (optional but recommended).

What's included on your Cunard voyage

Sail on our four iconic Queens and savor Michelin‑inspired dining, curated enrichment, ocean‑inspired wellness, and the effortless grace of White Star Service. From Transatlantic Crossings to globe‑spanning itineraries, every detail is considered.

Dining options included in your fare

Your Cunard fare includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner in your main dining venue. Vegetarian, vegan, and other dietary requirements are catered for, simply let us know in advance. Some alternative venues and experiences are available at an additional charge, but the restaurants featured here are included in your fare.

Main dining

Culinary Residencies by Michelin-starred chefs. New flavor sensations await around every corner on our Queens. Discover artisanal ingredients and creative interpretations of classic world cuisines in your main dining restaurant. It’s a journey your taste buds will never forget.

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Buffet restaurants

An ideal spot to grab a passing snack between mealtimes or to enjoy a variety of different dishes in a single sitting, you’ll encounter a host of much-loved flavors on every visit, hailing from popular holiday spots around the world.

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Gala Evenings

On at least one night of your Cunard cruise, we’ll throw a spectacular Gala Evening celebration. On these nights, your main dining room will serve a celebratory Gala Evening menu, offering you the chance to enjoy a feast of up to five courses, complete with amuse-bouche and petit fours.

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Staterooms and suites

From well-appointed staterooms to our most luxurious suites, every accommodation is designed for comfort and style. Thoughtful details, ocean views, and attentive service create a space that feels like home at sea.

Grill Suites exclusives

Entertainment on your Cunard voyage

Best in class musicians. Critically acclaimed theater. Rip-roaring cabaret. Nights on our Queens offer all the variety you’re accustomed to ashore. Revel in unforgettable evenings, filled with new discoveries, where the buzz of the city is brought to the sea.

Theatrical productions

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Entertainment Residencies, by Cunard

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Gala Evenings

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Event Voyages, by Cunard

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Queens Room Music Nights

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Inspiring enrichment

Step outside of your day-to-day and discover something new with Cunard.

Cunard Insights

Art classes

Children's activities

Exclusive benefits

Beyond the signature experiences included in every Cunard voyage, discover exclusive benefits when you choose Cunard Fare or embark on a Full World Voyage.

Cunard Fare benefits

Our best fare, offering you flexibility with your booking and a choice of additional benefits to get your voyage off to a sparkling start.

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Full World Voyage benefits

Guests on our Full World Voyages, and selected sectors, gain exclusive access to events both on board and on shore, plus a commemorative gift.

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Cunard World Club members

Our famous loyalty program offers committed guests an array of benefits, including additional services and discounts.

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Why guests choose Cunard

Rated highly by travelers for dining, service and onboard ambience.

"The service was impeccable and the gala evening felt magical."

Trusted Cunarder on a 7 night cruise through Norway.

"Loved the talks and the library—so many thoughtful details."

First time Cunarder on a Transatlantic Crossing on Queen Mary 2.

Discover life on board with Cunard Stories

Step inside the world of Cunard with curated articles on dining, enrichment, and the timeless elegance of life at sea.

Our top spa treatments

From revitalising massages to bespoke salon services, there's something for everyone at our on board spa, Mareel Wellness & Beauty.

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Which Cunard Grill suite is right for you?

Whether you covet the style and space of a Princess Grill or the all-out luxury of our Queens Grills, a stay in our suites offers an unforgettable way to holiday on our Queens.

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Cunard Craft Collection

From wine and sake to cheese and coffee, discover our Cunard Craft Collection, developed in partnership with experts who are passionate about refining their craft, much like we are passionate about refining ocean travel.

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An invitation to unforgettable entertainment

From extraordinary performances and rare theatrical treats, to award-winning Broadway stars, prepare to be dazzled by marvellous evening entertainment with Cunard.

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New Culinary Residencies in 2026

We are proud to announce the return of Michel Roux to selected voyages in 2026, continuing his ever-popular Norwegian Fjords residency. Take a seat, and tuck in...

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Guide to dining with Cunard

So many culinary experiences await you on a Cunard cruise, from fine dining and pub fare to our renowned Afternoon Tea. This guide will help you to navigate you on how to book, so you never miss a culinary moment.

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Frequently asked questions on inclusions

For our full selection of answers to common cruise queries, please visit our dedicated FAQ page.

When booking with Cunard, your fare will include:

Staterooms

A choice of Britannia, Britannia Club, Princess Grill and Queens Grill staterooms and suites. All en suite and air-conditioned.
Your own personal steward or butler* (for Queens Grill suites).
Nightly turndown service.
Satellite TV (with multi-language film and music channels).
Direct-Dial Telephone.
Refrigerator.
Hair Dryer.
Safe.
Daily Shipboard Newspaper and Program.
Egyptian cotton bed linen.
Pamper pack.

Dining

Breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant associated with your stateroom grade.
A self-service buffet restaurant (the Lido or Kings Court) offering breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.
Breakfast in bed.
24-hour room service (for Britannia Club, Princess Grill and Queens Grill guests)
Afternoon Tea of sandwiches, cakes and pastries each day.
Tea, coffee, water and fruit juice are available 24 hours a day at the Lido Restaurants on Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria, and Kings Court on board Queen Mary 2.
Water during meals and coffee after meals.

Entertainment

Productions in the Royal Court Theatre, including light-hearted comedies, serious dramas, Shakespeare classics and spectacular musical productions.
Dancing in the nightclub or Queens Room.
Deck games, board games, and quizzes.
Access to our onboard libraries.
A variety of fitness and dance classes.
Live music in many venues, including resident bands to jazz ensembles to classical recitals and soloists.
Film screenings in cinema venues or in your stateroom.
Shows in the planetarium (Queen Mary 2 only).
Cunard Insights - regular talks on contemporary issues by well-known celebrities, experts and personalities.

Health and well-being

Full use of the sports court for football, deck tennis, basketball and more
A choice of swimming pools and whirlpool spas
Fully equipped gym

Children's clubs

Full access to our supervised age-specific children's clubs.
Wide range of entertainment and age-specific activities offered day and night.

Fare benefits

When booking with the Cunard Fare, you can choose your stateroom location and have use of the shuttle bus service provided by Cunard when on shore. You will also benefit from first priority for receiving your chosen dining seating time and table size in the Britannia Restaurant, and you will receive the highest priority for stateroom upgrades: all for only a 15% deposit.

If you are happy to forgo some of the Cunard Fare benefits, Our Lowest Fare is an attractive option, when available.

You can still enjoy the same accommodations, food, entertainment and White Star Service.
Additional benefits include:
A guaranteed stateroom and a reduced non-refundable deposit.

There are several elements of a Cunard voyage that are not included in your fare. These include:

Shore Experiences.
Premium soft and alcoholic drinks.
Drinks packages and wine collections.
Wine experiences.
Dining in our alternative venues.
Room service (for Britannia guests).
Specialty Afternoon Teas.
Gift packages.
Internet packages.
On board retail and art gallery.
The casino.
Spa and salon facilities and treatments.
Selected classes, tours and activities on board.
Hotel and dining service charges.
Travel insurance. (optional but recommended).

Complimentary tea, coffee, water, and fruit juice are available throughout the day in our buffet restaurants - Kings Court on Queen Mary 2, Artisans' Foodhall on Queen Anne, and the Lido Restaurants on Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria. You’ll also enjoy water with your meals and coffee afterwards at no extra charge.

For added convenience, every stateroom includes tea and coffee-making facilities.

Guests staying in our Queens Grill Suites enjoy an additional touch of luxury with a complimentary mini-bar, stocked with two bottles of wine or spirits of your choice, along with soft drinks.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and afternoon tea are all included in your fare, whether you prefer elegant dining rooms or relaxed buffet options. Complimentary tea, coffee, and water are also available throughout the day.

For something extra special, you may choose to dine in one of our alternative restaurants for a small supplement. These range from our steakhouse and seafood restaurant, The Verandah – available on Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, and Queen Elizabeth – to Aji Wa, Queen Anne’s Japanese-inspired Omakase restaurant and sushi bar.

Exceptional service is at the heart of every Cunard voyage. To recognise the dedication of our crew and remove the need for tipping, a hotel and dining service charge is added to your on board account. Every dollar goes directly to the team that makes your experience unforgettable. There are no administrative fees.

Hotel and dining service charge
This applies to crew working in restaurants and housekeeping. For current rates, please visit our service charges page.

Bar, spa, and salon services
A 15% service charge is automatically added to each purchase.

If you’d like to offer an additional thank you to someone who has made your voyage truly special, you’re welcome to do so at your discretion.

All our ships are Wi-Fi enabled so that you can stay connected throughout your voyage. You can access the internet on your own device or via terminals in the Library or ConneXions.

Complimentary access
Wi-Fi is free for accessing My Voyage, our onboard digital planner, from the moment you step on board. Instructions are available in your stateroom.

Wi-Fi packages
For browsing, email, and streaming, a range of packages can be purchased through My Voyage once on board.

Other ways to connect
You can also use your mobile provider’s roaming service near shore or the Telenor Maritime network at sea. Charges for these are set by your provider and billed directly to your mobile account.

Exclusive benefits
Gold, Platinum, and Diamond Cunard World Club members enjoy a Complimentary Internet Time Plan. Terms and conditions apply. visit our Cunard World Club page.