Size: Mega
Type: Ocean
Style: Resort
Space: Comfortable
Service: Standard
Building on her sisters ships’ success, MSC Grandiosa offers even more public space, along with a series of exciting innovations. Meantime, Aurea Experience guests can appreciate the pleasures of flexible dining and unlimited drinks in a dedicated restaurant.
Operated by MSC Cruises, MSC Grandiosa is a large ocean resort ship that launched in 2019. It's designed to accommodate up to 6,334 guests across 2,421 cabins. On board, 1,704 crew members are available to take care of guest needs.
The scale of the ship allows for a broad range of facilities and venues, with plenty of choice across dining, entertainment and leisure. Families with children can sail on board MSC Grandiosa.
There's 18 restaurants and eating venues on board, with eight complimentary venues and ten available for a supplement, serving French, American and Japanese food among others. The ship also features 15 bars.
MSC Grandiosa offers a good range of shore excursions selected to suit different travel styles, from MSC bike adventours and excursion explorer package to MSC yacht club and protectours. Whether you're looking for relaxation, cultural immersion or something more hands-on, there's a mix of options designed to help you get more out of each destination. That's alongside plenty of ways to make the most of your time on board. Check your daily programme and you'll find options such as gym by technogym and MSC formula racer.
MSC Grandiosa has 20 accommodation options to choose from. 50% have windows or balconies offering views of the scenery beyond and 30% are suites, meaning if you're dreaming of sailing away while taking in the sunset or indulging in a more spacious sanctuary at sea, you're in the right place.
MSC GRANDIOSA
All in all a nice ship, this was our 1st time on an MSC Cruise, our only other cruise was with Royal Caribbean which I have to say is so much better,
STAFF
Most of the staff are very happy & helpful, as with any work place there are a few that stand out for being miserable & on this cruise it was the staff behind the bars, after 7 days on here there has only been 1 member of staff behind the bar who was happy to help, by far the worst is the adult only bar next to the kids club, they refuse to serve you at the bar you have to wait to be served, after sitting in the bar for over 20 minutes waiting to be served we decided to leave, all the waiters & waitresses in the restaurant were very happy & helpful,
HOUSEKEEPING
The ship is clean & well maintained, & all the cleaners were smiling & talkative, we had Glenn who was permanently smiling, the towels were changed daily if required, the beds were rolled down at night, & each day we docked the maintenance team were immediately doing more sanding or painting, my only gripe would be the balcony was only cleaned once in the week we were on board which after spending a day on the beach meant there was sand on the balcony for a couple of days,
FOOD
Food was plentiful & always hot, there was always a good choice of options, the snack bar was always busy & well stocked, unfortunately the safety briefing tannoy announcement could not be heard at dinner times due to the amount of people rushing to eat, you have to be prepared to walk around looking for a table at busy periods as the Market place canteen has more people eating than the tables & chairs therefore becoming a bit of a scrum to sit down, if you have small children its worth sitting them 1st & choosing their food for them as in the rush to eat kids will be pushed & bumped, my little one was shoved about 10 times in 1 lunchtime, if however you prefer the more relaxed option you can go to your assigned restaurant for breakfast & lunch which avoids all the crowds & shoving, however the menu is limited to the choice on that day,
KIDS CLUB (under 7)
Our youngest who is 6 visited the kids club & loved every minute of it, the staff are very good with the children & they can even take them to dinner should the child want to stay there for dinner, on a really negative point immediately after picking my son up from the kids club my son cut his finger whilst showing us how he was dancing, in doing this he jumped dropping a small bottle of juice which broke & sliced his finger, my wife took him to the toilet to wash his finger & see how bad the cut was, I walked to the kids club which was approx 50ft away, I explained what had happened & asked for a plaster, I was given a huge dressing pad, gloves & a tissue, after again requesting a plaster I was advised the kids club first aid box does not contain plasters, hearing my son screaming from the toilets a cleaner offered to take us to the medical centre, she took us through the staff only route which was quicker, on arrival the medical centre was closed so she called the number & explained the situation, we was then advised if we wanted the cut to be examined out of hours we would have to pay €160 up front plus any medication, or we could go back after 09:00hrs the next day, i was fuming that a child had cut himself & the medical centre would not see him without us paying a fortune, clearly the medical centre is run as a business first
TEENS CLUB
My eldest son (14) visited the teens club, its basically kids ignoring each other for hours, the entertainment crew for this club advertised a Switch game competition so my son asked for all the details, he was advised turn up, but I doubt we will run it as the kids do what the kids do he said it was advertised as a competition & the leader replied we have to advertise something there is a football/basketball area which is chaos, on 1 day there was approx 40 kids of all ages trying to play football & basketball on the same floor space which was an accident waiting to happen
GAMES AREA
The games area is clean, there is a bar & a small amount of seating, on our week on the ship the following games were not working, skee ball games x 2, bowling alleys x 2, all star basketball shot x 2, all not working, the only games in this area working was formula 1 driving, the virtual maze, the interactive cinema all I believe €10 euros per person, or air hockey which was €4.50 per go & always had a queue because it was the only thing working
Overall the cruise was good, however the negative points have left me feeling I could have spent a little bit more money & gone on a Royal Caribbean cruise which was more luxurious,
Would I go with MSC again? Probably not,
I MUST CONFESS THAT IT WAS MY FIRST EVER CRUISE BUT NOW, I'M HOOKED AND PLANNING TO GO ON A CRUISE AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR FROM NOW ON. THE MSC GRANDIOSA IS A VERY BEAUTIFUL SHIP WITH LOTS OF DEDICATED STAFF WHO WORKED TIRELESSLY TO MAKE US HAVE A GOOD EXPERIENCE AND THEY SUCCEEDED WITH ME AND MY 2 SONS.
THERE WAS SO MUCH TO EAT AND DO ON THE CRUISE. I LOVED THE NIGHTCLUB ON THE 18TH DECK. THE VARIOUS SWIMMING POOLS AND JACUZZIS.
I CAN'T WAIT TO GET ON MY NEXT CRUISE IN OCTOBER, 2023.
CRUISING IS LIFE!!!!
From start to finish the week was exceptional. We stayed in yacht club, where we have been for several voyages, and it was the best experience. Staff were polite and very accommodating and attentive. Food in the fine dining rooms was wonderful and whenever we wanted food or drink out of normal dining hours it was brought to us in our cabin, or wherever and whoever we were. I cannot compliment MSC or Grandiosa enough.
Where worlds meetIntroducing MSC World Atlantic, where European style meets American comfort like you've never seen before. Just as the Atlantic connects continents, this ship bridges cultures, flavours, and generations. Go on a global taste tour from authentic Italian cuisine to a sizzling American steakhouse. Discover spaces where timeless design meets vibrant energy, then dive into sky-high thrills that fill your camera roll. This isn’t just a cruise. It’s your chance to see, taste, and feel the world in one unforgettable holiday.
MSC World Europa, delivered in November 2022, the first MSC World Class ship introduces a completely new, ground-breaking platform that brings together innovative technologies and industry-first design features including its unique Y-shape.
MSC Euribia is named after the ancient goddess Eurybia who harnessed the winds, weather and constellations to master the seas, furthering the vision of the ship to master the deployment of state-of-the-art technology to minimise its impact on the precious marine ecosystem.
MSC Virtuosa’s namesake comes from the word virtuoso, meaning someone highly skilled in any field of activity, and so MSC Virtuosa was named to pay homage to the skill and expertise of the MSC Cruises architects. MSC Virtuosa belongs to the “Meraviglia Class”, where the impressive array of onboard experiences come together in perfect harmony with the space and the destinations, to deliver the ultimate cruise holiday experience. In addition, MSC Virtuosa is featured with an advanced wastewater treatment system, and she is actively contributing to impactful environmental conservation and humanitarian programs at the MSC Foundation Centre on board.
A refined style, precious materials and attention to detail make MSC Opera a cruise ship that really is something to sing about! She is built along more classic lines than her sisters in the Musica and Fantasia classes, making for a special atmosphere on board while enabling you to visit those destinations that are inaccessible to larger vessels.
MSC Musica launched a new class of cruise - a spacious world of graceful lines and superlative choice, enriched by creativity, fine natural materials and attention to detail that have always distinguished MSC Cruises. A magical world of warmth and hospitality awaits every guest.
MSC Sinfonia pays homage to the symphonies of the great composers in a thoroughly modern reinterpretation of the classic cruise experience. Stylish designer interiors combine clean lines and every modern comfort with the warmth of traditional natural wood, brass and marble, bringing each stunning venue on this ship its own unique feel.
Combining spacious, elegant interiors with fine dining, varied entertainment programme and high-quality, resort-style amenities, MSC Orchestra promises you a dream cruise. With a choice of countless different ways to relax and enjoy yourself each day, life aboard can be just what you want it to be.
Gracefully designed to inspire and delight, MSC Poesia welcomes guests with timeless elegance and warm service. With spacious balcony cabins, serene indoor and outdoor lounges, and thoughtfully designed public areas, she creates the perfect setting for both quiet moments and joyful celebrations.
MSC Magnifica is thoughtfully designed for longer voyages, offering almost exclusively balcony cabins and exceptionally generous indoor and outdoor spaces. Guests can enjoy a range of water facilities, including an indoor pool ideal for all-weather relaxation, as well as dedicated kids' areas, restaurants where personalised service enhance every dining experience, along with a theatre presenting a spectacular show every evening.
The classic design of beautifully crafted MSC Preziosa includes spectacular features such as a real stone piazza, sweeping Swarovski crystal staircases and a magical ‘infinity’ pool.
Beauty at seaMSC Bellissima offers a stunning array of features to rival those of her sister ship, MSC Meraviglia. Innovative MSC for Me technology connects you to your fellow guests, the crew and the ship herself.
One of the ships that first introduced MSC Cruises’ distinctive combination of classic Mediterranean style and pioneering design, MSC Armonia is now even better equipped to satisfy every need, thanks to an impressive array of new features and facilities.
The first of two enriched Seaside EVO Class ships. Building on the groundbreaking and pioneering design of the Seaside class of ship, aimed at bringing guests closer to the sea, MSC Seashore has been extended and enhanced with a variety of brand-new features, spaces and experiences for guests.
MSC Seaside rewrites the rule book of cruise ship design, combining indoor and outdoor areas to connect you with the sea like never before. Located as low as deck 8 is a unique seafront promenade lined with places to eat, drink, shop, swim and sunbathe.
