Throughout the cruise industry, there are several contemporary and premium cruise lines that offer a ship-within-a-ship concept. This is a collection of elevated suites and accommodations that come with their own dedicated venues, as well as a wide-array of exclusive amenities and benefits that will give you the relaxing and luxurious cruise experience of your dreams. There are four cruise lines in the industry that have perfected this concept: The Retreat by Celebrity Cruises; The Yacht Club by MSC; The Haven by Norwegian; and The Sanctuary Collection by Princess Cruises.
With each of these four cruise lines, you will receive world-class service, upgraded benefits, elevated dining, and so much more. In this post, we will go over all the services and amenities available inside each ship-within-a-ship concept; broken down by cruise line, so you can choose the best option for you and your family.
MSC CRUISES: THE YACHT CLUB
MSC Cruises' famed Yacht Club gives guests the ultimate luxurious experience while at sea. When staying in a Yacht Club suite, you will have access to exclusive venues, world-class service, and elevated dining specifically for Yacht Club members.
Yacht Club: Service
Yacht Club guests will enjoy personal butler and concierge service while onboard, ensuring that you are completely pampered and taken care of throughout your entire cruise vacation.
24/7 Butler Service
Exclusive Concierge Team
Premier Room Service at Any Hour
Butler Escort to Dining Venues Option
Yacht Club: Inclusions
When you book a suite in the Yacht Club, you will receive a wide array of exclusive perks and amenities that will elevate your time onboard.
Complimentary Selection of Wines, Spirits, Specialty Coffees and Soft Drinks
Private En-suite and After-Hours Shopping from the Boutiques
Private Elevator
Select En-Suite Spa Services
Complimentary Thermal Suite
Exclusive Yacht Club Shore Excursion Options
VIP Seating for Entertainment
Pillow Menu
Fully Stocked Mini Bar
Premium Extra Drink Package
Wi-Fi
Unlimited Luggage Allowance
Priority Dining in Specialty Venues
Premium Seating in Dining Venues
Priority Embarkation and Disembarkation
Yacht Club: Exclusive Venues
Yacht Club guests will have access to exclusive spaces such as a private sundeck; the incredible Top Sail Lounge with delicious refreshments and incredible views; and dining availability for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the dedicated Yacht Club Restaurant.
Yacht Club Sundeck
Yacht Club Restaurant
Top Sail Lounge
Yacht Club: Accommodations
Owner's Suite
Royal Suite
Duplex Suite
Executive Family Suite
Deluxe Grand
Interior Suite
NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE: THE HAVEN
The Haven in a ship-within-a-ship; a luxurious enclave of exclusive amenities and luxury offerings for those guests staying in the top suites onboard. The Haven Suites are like non-other, with elevated finishes, a world-class butler service, and exclusive public spaces reserved especially for Haven guests. Located in the aft of the ship, the Haven has its own elevator bank that heads directly to all the public Haven spaces including the Haven Restaurant, Sundeck, Bar, and Lounge.
The Haven: Service
Guests in the Haven will receive a wide array of service amenities from butler service, to personal escort, room service, and more!
24/7 Butler Service
Dedicated Concierge Service
Personal Escort On and Off the Ship at the Pier and Ports of Call
Evening Turndown Service
Haven Attendants in the Courtyard and Sundeck
24 Hour Room Service
1 Complimentary Laundry Pressing (for Owner's Suite and Garden Villas only)
The Haven: Inclusions
The perks and privileges that come with being a guests in the Haven are unmatched. From the incredible in-suite amenities, to the priority seating and dining- your time onboard will be elevated to the highest degree.
Distinct Haven Key Card
Priority Embarkation, Disembarkation, and Tendering
Haven Umbrella for Use Onboard & Onshore
Complimentary In-Suite Movies
Mobile Phone for Use Throughout the Ship
Priority When Reserving Restaurants
Priority Seating in Select Entertainment Venues
Continental Breakfast Menu
Nespresso Coffee Maker and Tea Forte Tea Bags
Treats Delivered to Suite Each Night
Fruit Bowl Replenished Upon Request
Specialty Dining Delivered to Your Suite
Welcome Bottle of Bubbly
1 Bottle of Spring Water
L'Occitane Bath Products
Plush Bathrobes, Slippers, and Oversized Bath Towels
100% Cotton Bed Linens and Duvet
Pillow menu
Tranquillity Pillow Top Mattress
The Haven: Exclusive Venues
There are several venues onboard each ship that are key-card access only spaces exclusive for Haven guests. Haven passengers can enjoy the dedicated sundeck space, a lounge, and restaurant where you can dine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Haven Lounge & Bar
Haven Courtyard
Haven Sundeck
Haven Restaurant
The Haven: Accommodations
3-Bedroom Garden Villa
Deluxe Owners Suite with Large Balcony
Owner's Suite with Large Balcony
2-Bedroom Family Villa with Balcony
Courtyard Penthouse with Balcony
Aft-Facing Penthouse
Forward-Facing Penthouse
Deluxe Suite with Balcony
CELEBRITY CRUISES: THE RETREAT
Guests who book a Retreat Suite on a Celebrity ship will have access to a wealth of exclusive spaces, including the exclusive Retreat Sundeck space, Retreat Lounge, and dining for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Luminae. In addition, Retreat guests will receive perks such as dedicated butler service, unlimited drinks and specialty dining, access to the Thermal Suite in the spa, and so much more! This ship-within-a-ship with Celebrity is truly ultra-inclusive and ultra-luxury.
The Retreat: Service
Between the butler service, concierge, spa consultants, and destinations specialists, every question and need you have while onboard as a Retreat guest will be fully met.
Dedicated Butler Service
Butler Chat
Destination Experience Specialist to Assist with Onshore Experiences
Dedicated Spa Concierge and Personal Consultant
Complimentary Laundry Service and Unlimited Pressing Service
Full In-Suite Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Service
The Retreat: Inclusions
Staying in the Retreat means having a wide-array of incredible amenities and inclusions to enjoy, that will elevate you stay and make your time onboard the most memorable it can be.
Unlimited Premium Drink Package
Unlimited Specialty Dining Package
Option to Dine in Blu Restaurant
Use of Umbrella and Binoculars
Complimentary Fitness Classes
Access to SEA Thermal Suite or Persian Garden
Reserved Theater Seating on Evening Chic Nights
Priority Departure and Embarkation at Most Destinations
Afternoon Tea hosted in the Retreat Lounge
Premium Bath Products
Complimentary Mini Bar, Restocked Daily
Use of Umbrella and Binoculars
In-Suite coffee Setup
Two Complimentary Bottles of Premium Spirits or Wine
Welcome Bottle of Bubbly
Pillow Menu
Complimentary Sleepwear
Cotton Bathrobes and Towels
Cashmere Mattress with Retreat Bedding
Extend Your Stay: on Debarkation Day, Stay Onboard to Relax Until Mid-Afternoon and Enjoy Lunch at Luminae (Secelt Ports of Call)
The Retreat: Exclusive Venues
Retreat Guests will have several dedicated onboard venues, exclusive for Retreat guests and Retreat guests only. It's the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the ship.
Luminae Restaurant
The Retreat Sundeck
The Retreat Lounge
The Retreat: Accommodations
Iconic Suite
Edge Villa
Penthouse Suite
Reflection Suite
Royal Suite
Signature Suite
Celebrity Suite
Aqua Sky Suite
Horizon Suite
Sunset Suite
Sky Suite
PRINCESS THE SANCTUARY COLLECTION
A brand new concept that debuted on Sun Princess, and will also be arriving on Star Princess is the Sanctuary Collection. This is a small collection of suites that come with access to all the top amenities and spaces onboard the ship. This includes the famous Sanctuary Club; a venue featuring a spacious sundeck with a pool, hot tubs, bar, daybeds, loungers, food and drink service, and cabanas available for rent.
The Sanctuary Collection: Service
For guests staying in the Sanctuary Collection, there are incredible services that are available, from 24 hour in-room dining, to a suite-exclusive concierge available in the suite lounge.
Concierge Available in the Suite Lounge
OceanNow Delivery
Room Service Delivery (24 Hour In-Room Dining)
The Sanctuary Collection: Inclusions
Guests staying in the Sanctuary Collection will have a host of amenities available to them, including the Princess Premier Package- the highest package onboard!
Unlimited Premium Beverage Package (drinks up to $20 each)
Unlimited Specialty Dining
Unlimited Casual Dining Meals & Premium Desserts
Unlimited Juice Bar
Unlimited Fitness Classes
Reserved Dining Area
Sanctuary Wellness Classes
MedallionNet Max Wi-Fi
Special Sanctuary Collection Events
Photo Package
The Sanctuary Collection: Exclusive Venues
There are several spaces open to guests in the Sanctuary Collection, and while not all venues are exclusive to Sanctuary Collection guests, there are pass-only spaces that are included with your stay.
Sanctuary Club Sundeck Access (non-sanctuary guests 16+ with a pass will also have access)
Sanctuary Restaurant (exclusive for Sanctuary Collection guests)
Suite Lounge Access (all suite guests have access)
The Sanctuary Collection: Accommodations
Sanctuary Suite
Sanctuary Mini Suite
Sanctuary Balcony
Booking Your Cruise
Now that you are ready to book your cruises and experience these incredible ship-within-a-ship concepts for yourself, reach out to the experts at Harr Travel. We know the spaces and amenities inside-and-out, and have an amazing relationship with many cruise lines in the industry. Our advisors will craft the cruise vacation of a lifetime for you, your friends, family, or group at an exceptional rate, and give you the Harr Travel signature service every step of the way.
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