Marella Eastern Caribbean Cruise Reviews

Deck party
Photo Credit: stubi2016
Dessert, Gallery 47
Photo Credit: stubi2016
Discovery in port
Photo Credit: stubi2016
Glasshouse pool
Photo Credit: stubi2016
Cruiser Rating
3.6
Average
116 reviews

Filters

1-10 of 22 Marella Eastern Caribbean Cruise Reviews


Butlins experience

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Marella Discovery

User Avatar
SurreyPen
6-10 Cruises • Age 60s

Itinerary was fine except for the fiasco of US border checks ,officers came onto the ship to check every esta and fingerprint every holidaymaker. This took all day 100 People called every half hour or so to line up and be seen .Some people waited around until 6in the evening and the ship left port at 8 so they had a couple of hours ashore in a port that was closed and dark. There were fights in ...
Read More

Sail Date: February 2024


The good, the bad and an airport that can't cope

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Marella Discovery

User Avatar
Heathway
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s

This was our first cruise with Marella and we were full of expectation for Christmas in the Caribbean. Our first problem was at Gatwick airport where the push back machine broke and it took 2 hours to dismantle and check all the wheels before we could fly off, granted this wasn't a problem caused by Tui. On arrival at Bridgetown airport we sat on the plan for a further 1 1/2 hours whilst they ...
Read More

Sail Date: December 2023


Disappointed

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Marella Voyager

User Avatar
Wauderlust
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s

The ship was clean and well decorated. The dining area was nothing special, low ceilings and dark. No wow factor. Cabin was a good size and it was good to have a decent size shower and bathroom. Entertainment I thought was great. I had very good night's and was up dancing most nights. We really did have some good laughs. The only thing that let the holiday down was the food. The choices were very ...
Read More

Sail Date: November 2023


Just returned from a transatlantic cruise.

Review for a Transatlantic Cruise on Marella Voyager

User Avatar
Kathryn013
10+ Cruises • Age 60s

Just returned from a transatlantic cruise. First time on Voyager. Mixed feelings about the ship, much prefer Discovery ships. The upside Nice ship and rooms are a good size Overall the food is decent Entertainment ok, not wonderful, but ok The staff are brilliant. The downside Problems with drains, bad smells all over the ship for the last few days. Never seen so many ...
Read More

Sail Date: October 2023


Disappointing

Review for a Europe - Western Mediterranean Cruise on Marella Voyager

User Avatar
piglet1943
2-5 Cruises • Age 80s

Voyager was filled to capacity and not capable of catering for this. Impossible to get a sunbed on pool decks for love not money even if you went out at 7am. Latitude Dining room totally unable to cope. Had to queue for ages only to be given a pager and told to and wait in the lounge. After entry we found several tables vacant but no cleared. On enquiring we were told they were under ...
Read More

Sail Date: October 2023


Trending in the wrong direction

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Marella Discovery

User Avatar
KP98
2-5 Cruises • Age 20s

This was our 5th cruise with Marella so we have had experience of what to expect and we are well aware of what they used to be able to provide and the standards which they would uphold. Unfortunately, these are sadly slipping quickly and our most recent trip was without doubt the worst yet. There has been a noticeable cut back in staff and other cost cutting measures which is really hurting the ...
Read More

Sail Date: August 2023


Caribbean Cruise - Taste of Paradise

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Marella Discovery

User Avatar
Sarge55
First Time Cruiser • Age 60s

I have not paid for wi-fi in any hotel for about 25 years, so TUI charging for it is "Dark Ages" behaviour. Their own staff said even if you bought it, it was rubbish. I don't expect to use wi-fi in the middle of an ocean, but I do expect it in port for contact with kids, banking (money exchange) etc. Talking about banking why is there not an ATM on ship or the ability to purchase currency using a ...
Read More

Sail Date: April 2023


Overall good cruise but disgusting food in some of the restaurants lets it down.

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Marella Discovery

User Avatar
Rosesdiamonds
6-10 Cruises • Age 40s

We have been on 6 Marella cruises, on all of their current fleet both pre and post pandemic. I have to say, standards have dropped in latter times, especially where dining is concerned. The main waiter service restaurant and the Italian restaurant, Gallery/47, the food was inedible. On Gala night for example, the "Gala menu" (dress to impress, so this is meant to be a special night) - ...
Read More

Sail Date: March 2023

Traveled with children


Average Marella cruise

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Marella Discovery

User Avatar
DJJ2023
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

5th visit to Marella cruising and this was the poorest of all. Staff were few and far between and distant compared to the previous cruise staff who were always friendly, polite and very attentive. Entertainment was repetitive and boring quite frankly. Service was poor at best and did not recognise next in line for drinks at each bar. Had top go to the bar as waiting staff were non ...
Read More

Sail Date: March 2023

Traveled with children


noisy cabin

Review for a Caribbean - All Cruise on Marella Discovery

User Avatar
Tourist2023
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

we chose Marella as we liked the itinerary of the Caribbean islands offered on this cruise. we arrived 4 hours late due to a flight delay. when we arrived at our cabin we were disappointed to find our refurbished cabin had discoloured rusty ceiling panels above our bed. when we reported this they were disinterested. on the second night at midnight we were woken by very loud noises banging and ...
Read More

Sail Date: March 2023


Find a cruise

Any Month
Eastern Caribbean Cruise Reviews for Marella Cruises Ships
Marella Discovery Eastern Caribbean Cruise Reviews
Marella Discovery Eastern Caribbean Cruise Reviews

Get special cruise deals, expert advice, insider tips and more.By proceeding, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

© 1995—2024, The Independent Traveler, Inc.