Mariner of the Seas Cruise Ship Profile

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Mariner of the Seas News

CDC Ratings

Sanitation Report

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2008 Rating 99
2009 Rating 95 (Feb)
2009 Rating 97 (Aug)
2010 Rating 100 (Mar)
2010 Rating 96 (Sep)
2012 Rating 100 (Jan)
2012 Rating 97 (Nov)
2013 Rating 98 (April)
2019 Rating 86 (May)
2020 Rating 95 (Feb)

The Center For Disease Control (CDC) performs unannounced inspections, which are conducted twice a year and required for any cruise ship with an international itinerary calling at a U.S. port. Vessels are evaluated proper food handling, preparation and storage procedures, and overall galley cleanliness. Ships’ potable water supplies used in spas and pools are evaluated, as well. CDC Cruise Ship Outbreak Summary

Deck Plan

Deck 15

Skylight Chapel

Deck 14

Viking Crown Lounge

Deck 13

Rock climbing wall, In-Line Skate Track, Sports Court, Mariner Dunes Golf Course

Deck 12

Day Spa & Fitness Center, Sky Bar, Jogging track, Johnny Rockets, Teen Disco, Adventure Ocean, The Living Room, Video arcade

Deck 11

Bridge Overlook, Day Spa & Fitness Center, 3 Swimming Pools, Solarium Bar, Sea Trek Dive Shop, Pool Bar, Chops Grille, Jade Restaurant, Windjammer Cafe, Portofino

Deck 10

Passenger staterooms

Deck 9

Passenger staterooms, Concierge Club

Deck 8

Passenger staterooms, Internet Center

Deck 7

Passenger staterooms, Royal Promenade, Library

Deck 6

Passenger staterooms, Royal Promenade, Business Services

Deck 5

Observation deck, The Sound of Music Dining Room, Lotus Lounge, Connoisseur Club, duty free shops, Centrum

Deck 4

The Savoy Theater, Top Hat & Tails Dining Room, Schooner Bar, Dragon's Lair, Casino Royale, Boleros Lounge

Deck 3

The Savoy Theater, passenger staterooms, Dragon's Lair, Studio B, The Rhapsody in Blue dining Room

Deck 2

The Savoy, Screening Room, Entertainment complex, conference center

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Adults Only

The Solarium

Retreat to the glass-canopied, adults-only Solarium pool, where inspired surroundings, a light-fare café, and whirlpools promise the ultimate in relaxation.

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Mariner of the Seas

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Sister ship, Adventure of the Seas

The Mariner of the Seas, revolutionized the cruise industry by introducing innovative amenities such the iconic rock-wall, an ice-skating rink, a full size basketball and sports court, an inline skating track and Royal Caribbean's signature Royal Promenade, a boulevard of shops, restaurants, bars and lounges that runs nearly the length of the ship. Sister ships: Voyager, Explorer and Navigator of the Seas.  

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Itinerary Notable Rooms
CDC Ratings Outdoor Areas
Deck Plan Kid's Camps

 

Specifications

Ship Class: Voyager

Launched: 2003

Refurbished: April 2012

GRT: 142,000
Length: 1,020 ft.
Draft: 26
Speed: 22 Knots
Passengers: 3,114

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Accommodations

All staterooms offer accommodations that convert to queen size bed and have private bath, vanity area, flat-panel TV and phone, electric mini-bar, hair dryers and AC. The bedding program has been updated fleet-wide, with new bed frames, mattresses, sheets, pillows, and duvets.

Stateroom sizes

Inside 160-167 Sq. ft.
Outside 180-265 Sq. Ft.
Balcony 212-252 Sq. ft. w/veranda
Suite 365-1356 Sq. ft. w/veranda

Interior

Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, measuring 72.5 inches wide by 82 inches long, sitting area, vanity area, and a private bathroom.  Promenade staterooms have bowed windows with a view of the Royal Promenade.

Outside

Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, measuring 72.5 inches wide by 82 inches long, sitting area, vanity area, and a private bathroom. The family ocean view has additional bunk beds in separate area, separate sitting area with sofa bed, and can accommodate up to 6 guests.

Balcony

Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, measuring 72.5 inches wide by 82 inches long, private balcony, sitting area and a private bathroom.

Suite

Two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, measuring 72.5 inches wide by 82 inches long, private balcony, private bathroom with bathtub and a sitting area. Grand suites include concierge service. Royal family suites have two bedrooms with two twin beds that convert to a Royal King, measuring 72.5 inches wide by 82 inches long(one room with third and fourth Pullman beds), two bathrooms (one with shower, one with bathtub), living area with double sofa bed, private balcony, and concierge service. The stateroom can accommodate up to 8 guests. The Royal Suite has a separate bedroom with king-size bed, private balcony with hot tub, whirlpool bathtub, living room with queen-size sofa bed, baby grand piano and concierge service.

Suite Amenities

Excluding Junior suites, guests booked in other suites enjoy the following amenities :

• Priority check-in

• Personalized attention throughout the cruise with complimentary

• Concierge Club service on select ships

• Reserved prime seating in the main theater for entertainment shows, where available

• Priority tender tickets on select cruises. (Tender service is provided when smaller vessels are necessary to reach shore in locations without docking ports large enough for cruise ships.)

• VIP pool deck seating, where available

• Full breakfast, lunch and dinner dining room menus available for in-room dining

• Private breakfast and lunch seating in specialty restaurants on our Voyager and Freedom Class ships

• Mattel® board games available to order for in-room entertainment for the kids

• Complimentary luggage valet service

• Luxury spa bathrobes for use onboard

• Complimentary pressing service on formal night

• Priority departure with exclusive suite departure lounge featuring continental breakfast

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Dining Venues

($) = Specialty restaurant, surcharges apply

Main Dining Rooms

Rhapsody in Blue Dining Room, Top Hat and Tails Dining Room and The Sound of Music Dining Room. Sweeping, multi-level ambience, world-class cuisine and extraordinary personal service from a dedicated wait staff. The main dining room serves exceptional, multi-course meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy a new dinner menu each evening in an elegant setting, with two seatings nightly, or choose "My Time" Dining.

Cafe Promenade

Pick a table with a view at Café Promenade, serving Seattle's Best Coffee, Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream, snacks, pastries and sandwiches throughout the day and into the night – so you can enjoy the action when you please.

Jade

Chopsticks, ready! A seemingly endless buffet of delicious sushi creations, Jade features innovative Asian-fusion dishes along with classic favorites like sushi, fried rice and more.

Portofino ($)

Sample the chef's latest Italian creation, or have one of your favorites prepared the classic way. $20 surcharge per person.

Windjammer Cafe

A culinary destination loaded with an array of delicious food for every meal and snack time – all with spectacular views and a comfortable, casual atmosphere. Browse multiple buffets and serving stations featuring pastas, omelets made-to-order, global cuisine, salads, soups, sandwiches, meat-carving, and tons of tantalizing desserts.

Johnny Rockets ($)

Get the family together for good old-fashioned hamburgers and fries at Johnny Rockets—complete with authentic 1950s décor, a menu filled with all-American favorites and a jukebox at every table. Lunch and dinner have a $4.95 surcharge per person.

Chops Grill ($)

Featuring grade-A premium cuts of steak cooked to your specifications, plus fresh seafood, hearty side dishes and signature desserts in an upscale, contemporary setting. $30.00 per person surcharge.

Room Service

Breakfast, lunch and dinner, 24 hours a day (late night service charge applies).

* Prices subject to change. Updated Dec 2013.

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Notable Rooms

Savoy Theater

Complimentary Broadway-style entertainment playing nightly.

Viking Crown Lounge

Observation area during the day with great views of the sea and cocktails and music by night.

Connoisseur Club

Cigar bar and one of the few smoking areas onboard.

Dragon's Lair

Two-story disco.

Royal Promenade

Variety of name-brand, duty-free shopping are on the Royal Promenade including jewelry, perfumes, apparel and shopping for teens and kids. This mall, a naturally lighted four-story area lined with bars and shops, is the heartbeat of the ship.

Boleros Lounge

Latin theme music and dancing.

Lotus Lounge

Karaoke and theme nights.

Wig and Gavel Pub

Pop "across the pond" and lift a pint of ale in one of our authentic English pubs.

Schooner Bar

The Schooner Bar is a nautical haven inspired by the sea – a guest-favorite bar, thanks to nightly piano entertainers that will have you joining a chorus of classics.

Studio B

A multipurpose studio complex filled with activity all day long, from ice-skating to cooking demonstrations. Royal Caribbean is the first and only cruise line with ice skating rinks and complimentary ice spectaculars featuring professional skaters that amaze with jumps, lifts, and spins.

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Outdoor Features

Adventure Ocean/Beach

A play area with specially designed activities for kids from 3-17. Run by exceptional, energetic and college-educated staff on deck 12.

Sports Court

Deck 13 features a Sports Court, In-line Skating Track, Rock Climbing Wall, and Adventure Dunes 9-hole small scale golf course.

Main Pool Area

Three swimming Pools, 5 whirlpools, swim shop, and pool bar located on deck 11.

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Kids Only

Royal Babies & Royal Tots

Interactive classes filled with enriching activities developed by early childhood experts at Fisher-Price® for kids 6-18 months. The Royal Tots Program offers 45-minute interactive playground sessions filled with age-appropriate activities and toys for kids ages 18-36 months. Both programs are hosted by trained youth staff. A parent or caregiver must accompany child during all activity sessions. Nursery program also available.

Adventure Ocean for Kids Ages 3-11

Aquanauts for kids ages 3-5 years old; Explorers for kids ages 6-8 years old; Voyagers for kids ages 9-11 years old. Royal Caribbean offers age appropriate parties, crafts, scavenger hunts, science experiments, theater games, excursions and more.

Teen Program

Non-structured, participate when you want program for teens, ages 12-17 years old. Featuring Theme Nights, Improve Games, DJ Academy, Mocktail Competition, Dodgeball, Open Mic and Talent Show, BBQ, Movie and Pool Party, Teen Casino, Snowball Fight, Climbing Competition and more. Teens also have their own lounge (The Living Room) and disco (Fuel).

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