Q1Queens Grill Grand Suite
Queens Grill suite accommodation with Queens Grill dining. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 6, 7
Queen Victoria
Sails from Southampton, England · Fly into LHR
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Queen Victoria near Hoek van Holland, Netherlands, August 2022 · Photo: kees torn, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
About Queen Victoria
Queen Victoria is a Cunard cruise ship of the Vista class, in service since 2007. She measures 90,049 gross tons and carries 2,081 guests with a crew of 900. We rate her 3.7 out of 5.
Queen Victoria is a Vista-class cruise ship built by Fincantieri at Marghera, Italy, and the smallest ship in Cunard's fleet at about 90,000 gross tons and 2,081 guests. She arrived in Southampton in December 2007 and left on her maiden voyage, a northern Europe cruise, on 11 December, followed soon after by a 107-day world cruise. Dining follows Cunard's tradition of restaurants assigned by cabin grade, from the Britannia Restaurant to the Princess and Queen's Grills, and her theater was the first at sea with private boxes. A major overhaul in May 2017 added cabins aft and new dining spaces.
Ship facts
- Guests
- 2,081
- Crew 900 · 1:2.3
- Entered service
- 2007
- Refitted 2017
- Length
- 294 m
- Longer than 77% of 575 ships
- Decks
- 16
Queen Victoria is bigger than 62% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruises Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 71%. At 43.3 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 71% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
Ratings
- Cabins
- 4/5, fleet average 4.3
- Dining
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Entertainment
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Service
- 4/5, fleet average 4.0
- Pools & decks
- 3/5, fleet average 3.3
- Value
- 3/5, fleet average 3.0
Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews. Ticks mark the Cunard fleet average across 4 rated ships in service.
Sister ships: Vista class
Queen Victoria is one of 2 Vista class ships. Queen Elizabeth (2010) is in service.
| Ship | Year | Gross tons | Guests | Space | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Victoria this ship | 2007 | 3.7/5 | |||
| Queen Elizabeth | 2010 | 3.7/5 |
Deck plans & cabin locations
November 2026 refit layout · From 2026-11-05. 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.
Queen Victoria is undergoing an October–November 2026 refit. Cunard’s linked full-ship PDF is for May 2027–May 2029, while its viewer includes October 2026 artwork. Confirm the plan for your departure with Cunard; new and changed cabins need a sailing-specific check.
All decks
November 2026 refit layout · bow to the right
1042 cabins mapped in this edition. Hover, focus or tap a cabin for its grade and details.
Check the space above Deck 8
On this deck: Pavilion Pool · Winter Garden · Lido buffet · Lido Pool · Spa and fitness centre
On this deck: Promenade · Royal Arcade · Library · Art Gallery
Use Zoom plan to enlarge a diagram.Full ship PDF
Cabin grades
Compare every grade in this plan edition. Cabins within a grade can differ in layout and balcony size.
Q2Queens Grill Master Suite
Queens Grill suite accommodation with Queens Grill dining. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 7
Q3Queens Grill Penthouse Suite
Queens Grill suite accommodation with Queens Grill dining. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 4, 5, 6, 8
Q4Queens Grill Penthouse Suite
Queens Grill suite accommodation with Queens Grill dining. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 7
Q5Queens Grill Suite
Queens Grill suite accommodation with Queens Grill dining. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 4, 5, 8
Q6Queens Grill Suite
Queens Grill suite accommodation with Queens Grill dining. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 4, 5, 7, 8
P1Princess Grill Suite
Princess Grill suite accommodation with a private balcony and Princess Grill dining. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 7, 8
P2Princess Grill Suite
Princess Grill suite accommodation with a private balcony and Princess Grill dining. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 4, 5, 6
A1Britannia Club Balcony
A private balcony with Britannia Club dining. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 6, 7, 8
A2Britannia Club Balcony
A private balcony with Britannia Club dining. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 8
BABritannia Balcony
A private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 5, 6, 7
BBBritannia Balcony
A private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 5, 6, 7, 8
BCBritannia Balcony
A private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 4, 8
BDBritannia Balcony
A private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 5, 6, 7
BEBritannia Balcony
A private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
BFBritannia Balcony
A private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 4, 8
CABritannia Balcony — partially obstructed view
A private balcony. The plan identifies an obstructed or partially obstructed view; check the exact cabin’s obstruction. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 5
CBBritannia Balcony — partially obstructed view
A private balcony. The plan identifies an obstructed or partially obstructed view; check the exact cabin’s obstruction. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 4, 5
EABritannia Deluxe Oceanview
An outside window rather than a private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 10
EBBritannia Oceanview
An outside window rather than a private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 1, 10
ECBritannia Oceanview
An outside window rather than a private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 1
EFBritannia Oceanview
An outside window rather than a private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 1, 6
FBBritannia Oceanview — obstructed view
An outside window rather than a private balcony. The published grade has an obstructed view. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 4
FCBritannia Oceanview — obstructed view
An outside window rather than a private balcony. The published grade has an obstructed view. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 4
GABritannia Deluxe Inside
Interior accommodation without an outside window or private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 6, 8
GBBritannia Deluxe Inside
Interior accommodation without an outside window or private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 1
GCBritannia Deluxe Inside
Interior accommodation without an outside window or private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 1
IABritannia Inside
Interior accommodation without an outside window or private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
IDBritannia Inside
Interior accommodation without an outside window or private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 5, 6, 7
IEBritannia Inside
Interior accommodation without an outside window or private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 4, 5, 6, 8
IFBritannia Inside
Interior accommodation without an outside window or private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 4, 8
KCBritannia Single Oceanview
An outside window rather than a private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 2
LCBritannia Single Inside
Interior accommodation without an outside window or private balcony. Grade identifies the category and location in this edition. Individual layouts and views can differ; confirm the specific cabin with Cunard.
Decks: 2
Cabins to avoid & quieter candidates
Decks 5–7, away from service rooms
Start within the main cabin stack
Shortlist a midships room surrounded by cabins above and below. It places more accommodation between you and the entertainment and pool decks. Check the nearest laundrette, lifts and connecting doors.
Why we flag this
The official artwork shows accommodation on Decks 4–8. This is a comparative location preference, not a guarantee of quiet. Check the source plan.
Deck 8, below the Lido deck
Check the space above Deck 8
The pools, Lido buffet, Winter Garden and spa/fitness areas are on Deck 9. Rooms below occupied seating or work areas merit a closer look for furniture movement, early setup and foot traffic.
Why we flag this
Cunard identifies the Lido buffet, Pavilion and Winter Garden on Deck 9. Exact vertical overlap still needs to be checked against the full plan. Check the source plan.
Deck 1, below Deck 2 entertainment
Inspect the public rooms over Deck 1
Compare your cabin with the Queens Room, Golden Lion, casino and dining spaces overhead. Rooms underneath a dance floor or active service area are worth checking before choosing an early-night cabin.
Why we flag this
The official Deck 2 artwork shows these venues and the accommodation below on Deck 1. Check the source plan.
Deck 10, cabins 10002, 10004 and 10006
New forward cabins sit near the Commodore Club
These new cabins are next to the Commodore Club area and its access route. Ask about music hours and sound insulation rather than assuming a new cabin is automatically quieter. Confirm availability for your departure after the 2026 refit.
Verified cabin references
10002 · 10004 · 10006
Why we flag this
The October 2026 deck artwork labels these exact cabins near the Commodore Club. This is an adjacency flag, not a report of noise. Check the source plan.
Deck 10, cabins 10099, 10101, 10103, 10105 and 10107
Check the new cabins by the sun-deck promenade
These cabins border a public sun-deck promenade and sit near The Play Zone. Check privacy, nearby activity and the sailing-specific refit plan before booking.
Verified cabin references
10099 · 10101 · 10103 · 10105 · 10107
Why we flag this
The October 2026 artwork labels these cabin numbers and the public promenade; The Play Zone is across the nearby internal area. 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. Cunard interactive deck artwork, checked October 2026. Reviewed 2026-10-20.
Photos
1 photo
Queen Victoria near Hoek van Holland, Netherlands, August 2022Photo: kees torn, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Flying in for your cruise?
Queen Victoria sails from Southampton, England. The airport is London Heathrow (LHR), with 40 lounges to wait in before you board.
- Emirates LoungeLHR Terminal 34.9 ★
- Plaza Premium Lounge (T4)LHR Terminal 44.9 ★
- Plaza Premium Lounge (T5)LHR Terminal 54.9 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Queen Victoria?
Queen Victoria is operated by Cunard and belongs to its Vista class.
What are Queen Victoria's sister ships?
Queen Victoria is one of 2 Vista class ships. Queen Elizabeth (2010) is in service.
How big is Queen Victoria?
Queen Victoria measures 90,049 gross tons and 294 metres in length, with 16 decks.
How does Queen Victoria compare in size with other cruise ships?
Queen Victoria is bigger than 62% of the 418 cruise ships in service on Cruises Frog with a tonnage on record, and carries more guests than 71%. At 43.3 gross tons per guest she is roomier than 71% of 416; the median ship is 39.4.
How crowded does Queen Victoria feel?
Queen Victoria has a passenger space ratio of 43.3: 90,049 gross tons for 2,081 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Queen Victoria feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Queen Victoria carry?
Queen Victoria carries 2,081 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 900 (about 2.3 guests per crew member).
When did Queen Victoria enter service?
Queen Victoria entered service in 2007 and was last refurbished in 2017.
Where does Queen Victoria sail?
Her home port is Southampton, England.
Which airport should I fly into for Queen Victoria?
Queen Victoria sails from Southampton, England. Fly into London Heathrow (LHR), which has 40 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
How is Queen Victoria rated?
Cruises Frog rates Queen Victoria 3.7 out of 5 overall, the average of 6 editorial scores. She scores best on cabins (4/5) and lowest on value (3/5).
Which cabins are good choices on Queen Victoria?
For the “November 2026 refit layout” plan, start with these quieter-location candidates: Decks 5–7, away from service rooms: Shortlist a midships room surrounded by cabins above and below. It places more accommodation between you and the entertainment and pool decks. Check the nearest laundrette, lifts and connecting doors. 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 Queen Victoria?
For the “November 2026 refit layout” plan, review these flagged locations before booking: Deck 8, below the Lido deck: The pools, Lido buffet, Winter Garden and spa/fitness areas are on Deck 9. Rooms below occupied seating or work areas merit a closer look for furniture movement, early setup and foot traffic. Deck 1, below Deck 2 entertainment: Compare your cabin with the Queens Room, Golden Lion, casino and dining spaces overhead. Rooms underneath a dance floor or active service area are worth checking before choosing an early-night cabin. Deck 10, cabins 10002, 10004 and 10006 (cabins 10002, 10004, 10006): These new cabins are next to the Commodore Club area and its access route. Ask about music hours and sound insulation rather than assuming a new cabin is automatically quieter. Confirm availability for your departure after the 2026 refit. Deck 10, cabins 10099, 10101, 10103, 10105 and 10107 (cabins 10099, 10101, 10103, 10105, 10107): These cabins border a public sun-deck promenade and sit near The Play Zone. Check privacy, nearby activity and the sailing-specific refit plan before booking. 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 Queen Victoria 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 “November 2026 refit layout”, reviewed 2026-10-20. Queen Victoria is undergoing an October–November 2026 refit. Cunard’s linked full-ship PDF is for May 2027–May 2029, while its viewer includes October 2026 artwork. Confirm the plan for your departure with Cunard; new and changed cabins need a sailing-specific check.
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