Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth blends contemporary ease with hallmarks of classic ocean travel. Art deco accents, polished service, and a well-paced daily rhythm set the tone: ballroom afternoons in the Queens Room, cocktails with a horizon view in the Commodore Club, and unhurried meals anchored by Britannia and the Grills. Sea days stretch well—lectures, library time, promenade laps—while evenings turn theatrical in the Royal Court Theatre with its signature private boxes. Up on deck, the Grills Terrace adds a private, open-air retreat; indoors, the Garden Lounge glows under a glass canopy. The result is poised and comfortable—tradition without stiffness, space without fuss.
Ship Facts
Class: Vista-class (Cunard)
Entered Service: 2010
Gross Tonnage: ~90,900 GT
Length: ~294 m / 965 ft
Beam (max): ~32.3 m / 106 ft
Guests: ~2,080 (double), up to ~2,500
Crew: ~1,000+
Decks: 12 guest (16 total)
Signature Features: Queens Room Ballroom, Royal Court Theatre with private boxes, Garden Lounge, Commodore Club, Grills restaurants & Terrace, Lido
Itinerary Style: Alaska & Japan seasons, Australia, Med & Northern Europe, world cruise segments
Onboard Experience
Accommodation
Staterooms are practical and calm with generous wardrobes and a tidy vanity layout that keeps evenings unhurried. Britannia grades deliver the classic setup; Britannia Club adds anytime dining in a quieter room. Princess and Queens Grill suites expand into separate living spaces and butler service, with access to the private Grills Terrace where mornings begin with sea air and strong coffee.Dining
Britannia sets the nightly ritual with multi-course menus and crisp service. Britannia Club mirrors the cuisine with flexible timing. The Grills elevate things with bespoke touches and a more intimate room. Lido serves the come-and-go moments—breakfast variety, relaxed lunches, late bites—while specialty options rotate on longer sailings. Afternoon tea in the Queens Room remains the daily anchor.Bars & Lounges
Start at the Commodore Club for forward views and martinis, slip to the Chart Room for classic cocktails and music, and call in at the Garden Lounge when the light turns golden. Pub trivia and pints gather in the Golden Lion; the Grills Lounge keeps things hushed and easy after dinner.Activities & Entertainment
Sea days fill with Insights talks, dance classes, deck games, library browsing, and promenade laps on Deck 3. Evenings turn theatrical in the Royal Court Theatre—private boxes available on select nights—followed by ballroom sets in the Queens Room. The spa and gym handle the restorative side between ports.Queen Elizabeth Highlights
A trim, well-organized ship with strong wayfinding and a relaxed, polished cadence. Formal nights feel celebratory; non-gala evenings stay smart without being stiff. The combination of Garden Lounge daylight, theatre evenings, and Grills Terrace privacy gives the ship a balanced, quietly indulgent identity.
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FAQ
1 How many Gala Evenings should I expect on a typical voyage?
On Cunard, the guidance is “at least twice on each seven-night voyage,” but it doesn’t scale linearly—e.g., a 14-night cruise may have three, not four. Themes are published in advance in My Cunard so you can pack accordingly.
2 Are there self-service laundrettes—and is detergent provided?
Yes. Queen Elizabeth has complimentary self-service laundrettes (washers, dryers, irons/ironing boards) typically open from around 7:30–21:00. Detergent is provided free of charge in the launderettes. Locations are on Decks 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.
3 What power outlets and voltages are in the cabins?
You’ll usually find a mix: one UK (220V), one EU (220V), and two US (110V) sockets at the desk area. A compact adapter can help you use multiple plugs at once.
4 Do standard staterooms have a kettle for tea/coffee?
Yes—tea and coffee-making facilities are included in all staterooms fleet-wide. (Queens Grill suites add an in-suite mini-bar perk.)
5 Is the Promenade Deck fully wrap-around—and how long is a lap?
Yes, Queen Elizabeth’s Deck 3 promenade is an uninterrupted circuit. For distance, three laps on Queen Elizabeth (and Queen Victoria) are roughly 0.9 miles (about 1.45 km).
6 How formal is the onboard vibe on Alaska sailings?
The posted dress code is still observed. Gala nights remain dressy (lots of tuxedos/dinner jackets), while non-gala evenings can feel a touch more relaxed than the Atlantic—still smart, just not party-centric.
7 What’s special about the Garden Lounge—and where is it?
The Garden Lounge is a bright, glass-roofed space inspired by Kew Gardens—great for quiet time, drinks, or daytime events. It sits just behind the Pavilion Pool on Deck 9.
8 Can I reserve a private box in the theatre?
Queen Elizabeth’s Royal Court Theatre offers private boxes for selected performances, bookable onboard at the Purser’s Office (limited availability; service charge applies). Boxes aren’t pre-bookable before embarkation.
9 Where are the best quiet spots on sea days?
Popular calm spaces include the Library (one of the most extensive at sea), the Garden Lounge during non-event times, and various nooks along the Promenade and on upper decks.
10 How do I know the Gala themes before I sail?
Themes (e.g., Roaring Twenties, Black & White) post in My Cunard ahead of time, so you can plan outfits. Evening guidance is “smart” most nights, with extra sparkle encouraged on Gala evenings.