MSC Bellissima
Sails from Shanghai, China · Fly into PVG
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MSC Bellissima docked near Aqaba, 2019 · Photo: Gérard, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
About MSC Bellissima
MSC Bellissima is an MSC Cruises cruise ship of the Meraviglia class, in service since 2019. She measures 171,598 gross tons and carries 4,500 guests. She sails Asia itineraries. We rate her 3.5 out of 5.
MSC Bellissima is the second Meraviglia-class ship, built at Saint-Nazaire and in service since March 2019. She measures 171,598 gross tons and 316 metres, with an indoor promenade and room for about 4,500 guests. Since April 2023 she has sailed in East Asia, starting in Japan, where she was the first international cruise ship since 2020, and later to China and South Korea; in 2024 she was named Asia's best cruise ship at the Asia Cruise Forum. In 2026 she sails four- to seven-night cruises from Shanghai to Japan and South Korea.
Ship facts
- Guests
- 4,500
- More guests than 96% of 600 ships
- Entered service
- 2019
- Length
- 316 m
- Longer than 86% of 575 ships
- Decks
- 18
MSC Bellissima is bigger than 93% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruises Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 96%. At 38.1 gross tons per guest she is tighter than 56% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
Ratings
- Cabins
- 3/5, fleet average 3.3
- Dining
- 3/5, fleet average 3.0
- Entertainment
- 5/5+0.7, fleet average 4.3
- Service
- 3/5, fleet average 3.0
- Pools & decks
- 3/5, fleet average 2.7
- Value
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews. Ticks mark the MSC Cruises fleet average across 23 rated ships in service.
Sister ships: Meraviglia class
MSC Bellissima is one of 2 Meraviglia class ships. MSC Meraviglia (2017) is in service.
| Ship | Year | Gross tons | Guests | Space | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSC Bellissima this ship | 2019 | 3.5/5 | |||
| MSC Meraviglia | 2017 | 3.5/5 |
Deck plans & cabin locations
Official interactive deck artwork - checked October 2026 · Published edition. Confirm the edition for your departure with the cruise line.
Explore the deck plans
What’s above your ceiling matters as much as the view. Compare the decks around your cabin, then use the location notes to build your shortlist.
The operator viewer does not give a fixed sailing-date window. Confirm the configuration, category, connecting doors, accessibility, balcony outlook and refit status for the actual departure. Cabin cautions describe inferred spatial relationships, not verified noise reports.
All decks
Official interactive deck artwork - checked October 2026 · bow to the right
Cabin-number search becomes available as verified cabins are mapped. All published deck diagrams are available below.















Cabins to avoid & quieter candidates
Deck 10 between accommodation on Decks 9 and 11
Start with central Deck 10 accommodation
Compare a central cabin with accommodation immediately above and below, away from lift lobbies, stairs, connecting doors and service access. Confirm the exact room footprint and outlook before booking.
Why we flag this
The ship-specific operator artwork shows extensive accommodation on these decks. This is a layout-based shortlist, not measured sound data or a guarantee of quiet. Check the source plan.
Deck 14 below occupied public areas on Deck 15
Check Deck 14 beneath pools and dining
Align the exact room with pool, whirlpool, buffet, outdoor seating and other public footprints above. Ask about opening hours, early setup and furniture movement where the areas overlap.
Why we flag this
The selected ship diagrams place public pool and dining areas on Deck 15 over portions of Deck 14 accommodation. Some upper-deck sections contain suites or different venues, so this does not flag every cabin equally. Check the source plan.
Deck 8 over occupied Deck 7 areas
Check Deck 8 above public venues
Match the room with theatre, lounge, restaurant, bar and circulation footprints below. Check the nearest venue and hours rather than judging the room only by category.
Why we flag this
The ship-specific diagrams show major public spaces on Deck 7 beneath portions of Deck 8 accommodation. This is an adjacency caution, not a confirmed noise complaint. Check the source plan.
Location-based guidance, not measured noise or a guarantee of quiet. Flags identify areas to investigate, not every cabin on a deck. Check the exact room, connecting doors, accessibility and the plan for your sailing date. Ship-specific artwork from the official MSC interactive deck viewer, including every published guest deck. PDF compiled by Cruise Frog, not separately issued by MSC.. Reviewed 2026-10-21.
Photos

MSC Bellissima docked near Aqaba, 2019Photo: Gérard, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
Where she sails
Home port: Shanghai, China.
Flying in for your cruise?
MSC Bellissima sails from Shanghai, China. The airport is Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), with 17 lounges to wait in before you board.
- Cathay Pacific LoungePVG Terminal 23.8 ★
- China Eastern Airlines No. 77 LoungePVG Terminal 23.6 ★
- China Eastern Airlines No. 36 LoungePVG Terminal 13.1 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates MSC Bellissima?
MSC Bellissima is operated by MSC Cruises and belongs to its Meraviglia class.
What are MSC Bellissima's sister ships?
MSC Bellissima is one of 2 Meraviglia class ships. MSC Meraviglia (2017) is in service.
How big is MSC Bellissima?
MSC Bellissima measures 171,598 gross tons and 316 metres in length, with 18 decks.
How does MSC Bellissima compare in size with other cruise ships?
MSC Bellissima is bigger than 93% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruises Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 96%. At 38.1 gross tons per guest she is tighter than 56% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
How crowded does MSC Bellissima feel?
MSC Bellissima has a passenger space ratio of 38.1: 171,598 gross tons for 4,500 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so MSC Bellissima feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does MSC Bellissima carry?
MSC Bellissima carries 4,500 guests at double occupancy.
When did MSC Bellissima enter service?
MSC Bellissima entered service in 2019.
Where does MSC Bellissima sail?
MSC Bellissima sails Asia itineraries. Her home port is Shanghai, China.
Which airport should I fly into for MSC Bellissima?
MSC Bellissima sails from Shanghai, China. Fly into Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), which has 17 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for MSC Bellissima?
MSC Cruises publishes the deck plans for MSC Bellissima; this page links to Official interactive deck plans.
How is MSC Bellissima rated?
Cruises Frog rates MSC Bellissima 3.5 out of 5 overall, the average of 6 editorial scores. She scores best on entertainment (5/5) and lowest on service (3/5).
Which cabins are good choices on MSC Bellissima?
For the “Official interactive deck artwork - checked October 2026” plan, start with these quieter-location candidates: Deck 10 between accommodation on Decks 9 and 11: Compare a central cabin with accommodation immediately above and below, away from lift lobbies, stairs, connecting doors and service access. Confirm the exact room footprint and outlook before booking. Compare the exact cabin with the decks above and below, nearby lifts and connecting doors. These are layout-based suggestions, not a guarantee of quiet.
Which cabins should I avoid or check carefully on MSC Bellissima?
For the “Official interactive deck artwork - checked October 2026” plan, review these flagged locations before booking: Deck 14 below occupied public areas on Deck 15: Align the exact room with pool, whirlpool, buffet, outdoor seating and other public footprints above. Ask about opening hours, early setup and furniture movement where the areas overlap. Deck 8 over occupied Deck 7 areas: Match the room with theatre, lounge, restaurant, bar and circulation footprints below. Check the nearest venue and hours rather than judging the room only by category. These flags are not measured noise reports or a warning about every room on a deck. Read the sourced cabin advice for the evidence and any explicit operator warnings.
How can I check whether a cabin is under a pool, nightclub or theatre?
Find the cabin on the selected plan, then compare the same fore-and-aft position on the deck above and below. Check the full venue footprint, including outdoor seating, stages, service areas and entrances. Nearby activity can be a reason to investigate, but does not by itself prove a cabin is noisy. Use the cabin advice and its sources to distinguish layout cautions from operator warnings.
Where can I find MSC Bellissima deck plans?
Use this guide’s deck selector to compare the decks around your cabin and open available diagrams in the zoom viewer. The full ship PDF and source links are listed for each plan edition.
Which deck-plan edition applies to my sailing?
Select your sailing date before comparing cabin locations. Editions can change after a refit. These answers use “Official interactive deck artwork - checked October 2026”, reviewed 2026-10-21. The operator viewer does not give a fixed sailing-date window. Confirm the configuration, category, connecting doors, accessibility, balcony outlook and refit status for the actual departure. Cabin cautions describe inferred spatial relationships, not verified noise reports.
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