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Learn about the Costa Serena cruise ship – its unique offerings, amenities, accommodations, staterooms, cabin information, and details of luxurious suites, decks, dining, specialty dining, public venues, entertainment, health and fitness facilities, activities for kids and teens, sports and enrichment programs for all family members, pictures and videos.

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Costa Serena is only available in the Chinese market and must be booked through a specific Chinese travel agency.

• Size: Large
• Style: Resort
• Type: Ocean
• Year of launch: 2007
• Year of last refit: 2015
• Gross tonnage: 114500t
• Length: 290.0m
• Width: 35.5m
• Speed: 21kts
• Language: English
• Currency: Euro (€)
• No. of passengers: 3780
• No. of crew: 1100
• No. of cabins: 1500
• -wheelchair access: 27

Service charges are calculated daily according to cruise length, destination and ship, collected by Costa at the end of the cruise and paid in full to the staff providing onboard hotel services. Therefore, tipping is not required.

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• Giove Theatre
• Grand Bar Apollo
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• Prometeo Buffet - Casual
• Classico Bar - Clubby Bar *
• Juventas Cafe - Coffee Bar *
• Ceres Restaurant - International
• Vesta Restaurant - International
• Samsara Restaurant - Lighter Fare *
• Minerva Piano Bar - Piano Bar *
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About Costa Serena

Costa Serena, a magnificent vessel constructed in 2007 with an impressive weight of 114,500 tons, boasts 1,507 staterooms catering to a diverse range of passenger preferences. The ship seamlessly combines elegance and sophistication, captivating passengers with its expansive panoramic decks themed after renowned constellations, creating a visually stunning atmosphere. Offering the epitome of comfort with 557 Balcony Cabins, 8 Swimming pools and hot tubs, 10 Restaurants and snack bars, and 8 Bars & Lounges, Costa Serena promises a memorable and spacious cruise experience.

Vesta Restaurant provides a delectable spread throughout the day with an à la carte menu, ensuring a diverse selection of dishes prepared daily by skilled chefs. Pummid’Oro Pizzaria delivers authentic flavors of traditional Italian cooking, while Salty Beach Street Food captures the essence of street culinary delights. The culinary journey extends to Sushino, Costa's premier sushi bistro, offering an authentic Japanese dining experience with a selection of dishes featuring nigiri, maki, sashimi, and mochi.

For spa enthusiasts, the Samsara Spa suites and cabins offer a holistic experience for complete relaxation. The Spa and Wellness complex features a comprehensive offering, including a fitness area, treatment rooms, a Japanese Tea Room, Thermal Suites, Solarium, and more, ensuring a rejuvenating experience.

Kids and teens have age-appropriate clubs , a mini-aquapark, 4D cinema, virtual gaming lounges, a grand prix simulator, and pool areas, providing a vibrant environment for memorable experiences. Evening entertainment is abundant with the Teatro Giove, Grand Bar Apollo, Serena Atrium, Piano Bar Minerva, Sala da Ballo Cupido, Casino Giano, and Discoteca Pan offering diverse options for passengers.

Costa Serena doesn't just offer a cruise; it provides an immersive experience where luxury, leisure, and entertainment converge for an unforgettable voyage. The addition of SpaceX's groundbreaking Starlink broadband service ensures a faster and more reliable internet connection, enhancing the overall onboard experience. Costa Serena provides an unparalleled vacation experience, inviting guests to indulge in comfort, leisure, and a myriad of entertainment options.

Whether exploring the diverse culinary delights, unwinding in the spa, or enjoying the vibrant onboard atmosphere, each moment aboard Costa Serena promises an extraordinary journey.

Samsara suite

Private balcony, air-conditioning, flat LCD satellite TV, WiFi (service with extra charge), minibar and room service (service with extra charge), hairdryer, safe; Samsara Restaurant with dedicated Maître D', option to make a dinner reservation for the restaurant, welcome ritual (includes a selection of wellness treatments and fitness lessons) , continental breakfast in your cabin, on request, direct access to the Spa, wellness shower filter, aroma diffuser, scales, minibar (service with extra charge),24-hour room service, tea kettle and tea cups with selection of ayurvedic tea filters, bathrobes, towels, slippers, sheets and pillowcases made from organic cotton.

Samsara Mini-Suite

Private balcony, air-conditioning, flat LCD satellite TV, WiFi (service with extra charge), minibar and room service (service with extra charge), hairdryer, safe; Samsara Restaurant with dedicated Maître D', option to make a dinner reservation for the restaurant, welcome ritual (includes a selection of wellness treatments and fitness lessons) ,continental breakfast in your cabin, on request, direct access to the Spa, wellness shower filter, aroma diffuser, scales, minibar (service with extra charge),24-hour room service, tea kettle and tea cups with selection of ayurvedic tea filters, bathrobes, towels, slippers, sheets and pillowcases made from organic cotton.

Grand Suite

Balcony with panoramic view, priority boarding, butler, invitation for an exclusive cocktail with the Captain, option to make a dinner reservation for the restaurant, fresh fruit every day, 1 bottle of spumante, continental breakfast in your cabin, on request, choice of the best pillow to rest your head, jacuzzi with towelling bathrobe and slippers, kit of bath product, flat LCD satellite TV, WiFi and minibar (service with extra charge), air-conditioning, 24-hour room service, hairdryer, safe.

Suite with veranda

Balcony with panoramic view, priority boarding, invitation for an exclusive cocktail with the Captain, option to make a dinner reservation for the restaurant, fresh fruit every day, 1 bottle of spumante, continental breakfast in your cabin, on request, choice of the best pillow to rest your head, kit of bath product, flat LCD satellite TV, WiFi and minibar (service with extra charge), air-conditioning, 24-hour room service, hairdryer, safe.

Samsara Balcony

Private balcony, air-conditioning, flat LCD satellite TV, WiFi (service with extra charge), minibar and room service (service with extra charge), hairdryer, safe; Samsara Restaurant with dedicated Maître D', option to make a dinner reservation for the restaurant, welcome ritual (includes a selection of wellness treatments and fitness lessons) , continental breakfast in your cabin, on request, direct access to the Spa, wellness shower filter, aroma diffuser, scales, minibar (service with extra charge), 24-hour room service, tea kettle and tea cups with selection of ayurvedic tea filters, bathrobes, towels, slippers, sheets and pillowcases made from organic cotton.

Balcony Premium

Window and private balcony with sea view, air-conditioning, flat LCD satellite TV, WiFi (service with extra charge), minibar and room service (service with extra charge), hairdryer, safe

Balcony Classic

Samsara Oceanview

Air-conditioning, flat LCD satellite TV, WiFi (service with extra charge), minibar and room service (service with extra charge), hairdryer, safe; Samsara Restaurant with dedicated Maître D', option to make a dinner reservation for the restaurant, welcome ritual (includes a selection of wellness treatments and fitness lessons) ,continental breakfast in your cabin, on request, direct access to the Spa, wellness shower filter, aroma diffuser, scales, minibar (service with extra charge), 24-hour room service, tea kettle and tea cups with selection of ayurvedic tea filters, bathrobes, towels, slippers, sheets and pillowcases made from organic cotton.

Oceanview Premium

Air-conditioning, flat LCD satellite TV, WiFi (service with extra charge), minibar and room service (service with extra charge), hairdryer, safe.

Oceanview Classic

Oceanview Single Classic

Samsara Inside

Air-conditioning, flat LCD satellite TV, WiFi (service with extra charge), minibar and room service (service with extra charge), hairdryer, safe; Samsara Restaurant with dedicated Maître D', option to make a dinner reservation for the restaurant, welcome ritual (includes a selection of wellness treatments and fitness lessons) ,continental breakfast in your cabin, on request, direct access to the Spa, wellness shower filter, aroma diffuser, scales, minibar (service with extra charge),24-hour room service, tea kettle and tea cups with selection of ayurvedic tea filters, bathrobes, towels, slippers, sheets and pillowcases made from organic cotton.

Interior Premium

Air-conditioning, flat LCD satellite TV, WiFi (service with extra charge), minibar and room service (service with extra charge), hairdryer, safe. Occupancy: Up to 4 guests - some sleep 2 or 3.

Inside Classic

Inside Single

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Bacco Club Restaurant

Deck: 11 - Virgo

An exclusive and intimate restaurant club located at the highest point of the ship. Reservations required.

Ceres Restaurant

Decks: 4 - Orion 3 - Aries

Opt for an early or late seating and then savor Costa's signature international cuisine, regional Italian dishes, and American classics here in the main dining room.

Prometeo Buffet Restaurant

Decks: 10 - Taurus 9 - Libra

Spectacular views and exquisite cuisine combine with a romantic ambience, creating a truly special dining experience.

Samsara Restaurant

Deck: 3 - Aries

If you want to fully experience a "wellness cruise" even when dining…

Vesta Restaurant

Giano Casino

Deck: 5 - Gemini

Bring your best poker face or try your luck at roulette and blackjack.

Giove Theatre

Decks: 4 - Orion 3 - Aries 5 - Gemini

Spacious and hi-tech, it's a large theatre on three floors, where you can meet every night to see great shows.

Relax with a variety of other popular games.

Clio Library

The shelves of Clio Library are sure to hold a book with your name on it. There are also plenty of newspapers if you care to keep up with events back on land

Mercurio Lounge

Deck: 4 - Orion

Share stories of the day with friends and family at this convenient meeting place.

Cupido Ballroom

Put on your dancing shoes and dance the night away in the Cupido Ballroom.

Dance and party the night away in the ship's lively disco.

Splash into the cool waters of the pool or sip your favorite cocktail while lounging on deck.

Deck: 9 - Libra

A retractable glass roof protects a swimming pool, hot tubs, bar and buffet from any stormy weather and allows for romantic star filled skies.

Formula 1 Simulator

Deck: 12 - Pegasus

Take the ride of your life in this new and exciting game for adults and children alike.

Virtual World

Experience the next generation of video games in the Virtual World lounge.

Shops Gallery

Italy doesn't need to be on the itinerary for you to find the perfect Italian souvenir or gift. Choose from a selection of perfumes, designer fashions, Venetian glass, fine leather goods, and more.

Samsara Spa

The Samsara Spa is the largest wellness center ever built on a ship. It offers over six-thousand square feet of space for relaxation and rejuvenation extending over two decks and boast panoramic views of the ocean, as well as a state-of-the-art fitness center, exclusive spa accommodations and a specialty restaurant. Fifty-five cabins and 12 suites are situated in the center of the spa.

Squok Club and Pool

Decks: 10 - Taurus 11 - Virgo

Welcome to the heart of the Costa Kids' Club, featuring events throughout the morning, afternoon, and evening for children ages 3 (some restrictions apply) to 17. Treasure hunts, ice cream socials, masquerades, and many other activities ensure your little ones will make unforgettable memories. There are even Italian lessons!

Say, "I do" at sea in the intimate chapel aboard Costa Serena. The honeymoon starts as soon as the cake is cut.

Apollo Grand Bar

Enjoy pre-dinner spirits and cocktails with family and friends.

Classico Ercole Bar

Enjoy a drink as you watch the world float by.

Juventas Cafe

Sip on delicious cappuccinos, lattes and coffees for the perfect pick me up while lounging in quiet conversation or catching up with your favorite bestselling author.

Minerva Piano Bar

Unwind to the soothing sound of a grand piano playing some of your favorite tunes.

Pantheon Bar

Following the show in Giove Theatre, head for the magical ambience of the atrium and chat about the performance over drinks.

Victoria Sport Bar

A meeting space for sports enthusiasts to enjoy a beer or cocktails while watching sports on the big screen.

Luna Lounge

Live entertainment and refreshing drinks make the Luna Lounge one of the most popular spots onboard Serena.

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Costa Serena Decks and Cabins

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• 2 Cassiopea
• 6 Centaurus
• 7 Acquarius
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Built in 2007, the Costa Serena cruise ship weighs 115K tons and has 1507 staterooms for up to 3617 passengers served by 1068 crew . There are 13 passenger decks, 8 with cabins. You can expect a space ratio of 32 gross tons per passenger on this ship. On this page are the current deck plans for Costa Serena showing deck plan layouts, public venues and all the types of cabins including pictures and videos.

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GRAND SUITE

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Sleeps up to: 4 10 Cabins Cabin: 456 sqft (43 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

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Sleeps up to: 3 42 Cabins Cabin: 337 sqft (32 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

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Floor Diagram Mini-Suite

Sleeps up to: 4 18 Cabins Cabin: 246 sqft (23 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

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Floor Diagram Balcony

Sleeps up to: 4 524 Cabins Cabin: 185 sqft (17 m 2 ) Balcony: 35 sqft (3 m 2 )

Floor Diagram Oceanview

Sleeps up to: 4 321 Cabins Cabin: 191 sqft (18 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

Floor Diagram Interior

Sleeps up to: 4 592 Cabins Cabin: 150 sqft (14 m 2 ) * Size may vary, see details below.

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Mumbai Sea Link - High Seas

Price ₹26,400/- (Excluding Taxes)

Departure 24 Nov, 01 Dec, 08 Dec, 15 Dec 2023

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Mumbai Taj Gateway - Goa

Departure 06 Dec, 17 Dec, 22 Dec 2023

Goa Mormugao(India)

Price ₹24,600/- (Excluding Taxes)

Departure 19 Nov, 26 Nov, 10 Dec, 24 Dec 2023

Cochin(India)

Price ₹30,950/- (Excluding Taxes)

Departure 04 Nov, 07 Nov, 03 Dec, 19 Dec 2023

Price ₹33,950/- (Excluding Taxes)

Departure 21 Nov, 12 Dec 2023

Departure 10 Nov, 13 Nov, 16 Nov, 29 Dec 2023

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Agatti Island (India)

Price ₹51,900/- (Excluding Taxes)

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Departure 26 Nov, 24 Dec 2023

Costa Cruises, is a renowned Italian cruising company with over 75 years of experience. Coming for the first time to India, Costa offers unparalleled Italian hospitality, delightful cuisine, exquisite shopping, and a vast selection of famous Italian brands. With 19,000 passionate associates worldwide, Costa Cruises creates unforgettable holiday experiences through 137 itineraries, 261 destinations, and 60 embarkation ports across Europe, Middle East, South America, Asia, and now Incredible India.

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Indulge in endless entertainment on Costa Cruises. From poolside relaxation to exciting games and shopping, every day is filled with fun. In the evening, prepare for unforgettable moments with captivating shows and performances at the theatre.

Savor the best of Indian and international cuisine on Costa Cruises. Whether you prefer a relaxed buffet or a more traditional dining experience, our diverse options cater to all tastes and dietary preferences.

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Costa Serena deck plans

Deck layouts, review of facilities, activities, amenities.

Costa Serena deck plan review at CruiseMapper provides newest cruise deck plans (2024-2025-2026 valid floor layouts of the vessel) extracted from the officially issued by Costa Cruises deckplan pdf (printable version).

Each of the Costa Serena cruise ship deck plans are conveniently combined with a legend (showing cabin codes) and detailed review of all the deck's venues and passenger-accessible indoor and outdoor areas. A separate link provides an extensive information on Costa Serena staterooms (cabins and suites), including photos, cabin plans and amenities by room type and category.

Costa Serena (2007-built, last refurbished in 2023 April) is the second of all five Concordia-class Costa cruise ships - with sisterships the fleetmates Concordia ( sunk 2012 ), Pacifica , Favolosa , Fascinosa , and also Carnival Splendor ( Carnival Cruise Line ).

Costa Serena cruise ship deck plan shows a total of 1507 staterooms for 3014 passengers (max capacity is 3617 guests), served by 1070 crew/staff. The boat has 13 passenger decks (all named after zodiac constellations), 5 restaurants, 13 lounges and bars, 4D cinema, 4 swimming pools (2 with retractable glass roofs), 5 outdoor Jacuzzies (plus 6x Samsara Spa Suites with their own hot tubs), 18 elevators. Serena has no self-service laundromats on board.

On Serena, there are a total of 312 original artworks and 5990 prints on display at various places throughout the ship.

Besides the ship's staff and crew, Costa cruise passengers are also served by Peper robots - the latest cyborg technology implemented fleetwide in 2016. These humanoid robots greet and guide passengers upon embarkation. They also assist them throughout the cruise by providing information and tips on onboard dining, entertainment, enrichment program (workshops, pre-scheduled events), casino and shopping promotions, shore excursions and tours. Pepper robots are mobile and communicate in 3 languages (English, German, Italian). They can also interpret human emotions by analyzing voice tones and facial expressions.

Deck layouts

Deck 01 - andromeda, deck 02 - cassiopea, deck 03 - aries-lower promenade, deck 04 - orion-upper promenade, deck 05 - gemini, deck 06 - centaurus, deck 07 - acquarius, deck 08 - perseus-bridge, deck 09 - libra-lido-pool, deck 10 - taurus, deck 11 - virgo-spa, deck 12 - pegasus-sports, deck 14 - vela.

Costa Serena deck plans are property of Costa Cruises . All deck layouts are for informational purposes only and CruiseMapper is not responsible for their accuracy.

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Equipped with ice-breaking technology, these huge fancy yachts are the only river cruisers running all year around. The round trip journey takes two and a half hours and floats past all the big sights like the White House, Novodevichy monastery and the Kremlin. There’s a large open air observation deck up top, while the main body of the ship houses a restaurant with a dance floor for a romantic post dinner dance. For a particularly romantic experience take one of the evening boats and admire the bright lights of the city skyline at night.

The most relaxing and picturesque tour that Moscow can offer: a great way to see the city center and its main attractions. This is a perfect alternative to exploring the city by car, if you only have time to do sightseeing during weekday rush hours.

Your English-speaking guide is eager to share every bit of their knowledge about the surrounding landscape, the architecture and historical details.

We conduct Moscow river tour on Radisson Flotilla boats all year around!  It’s warm inside during winter months, while there’s air conditioning during hot summer days. You may also treat yourself to drinks, lunch or dinner on board (drinks and food are not included in tour price).

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Quay at Radisson Collection Hotel

Government Headquarters ("the White House")

Kievsky Railway Central

Novodevichy Convent

Luzhniki Stadium

Academy of Sciences

Monument to Peter I

Cathedral of Christ the Saviour

Moscow Kremlin

St.Basil's Cathedral

Novospassky Monastery

U-turn and back to Quay at Radisson Royal Hotel

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Cruising the Moskva River: A short guide to boat trips in Russia’s capital

There’s hardly a better way to absorb Moscow’s atmosphere than on a ship sailing up and down the Moskva River. While complicated ticketing, loud music and chilling winds might dampen the anticipated fun, this checklist will help you to enjoy the scenic views and not fall into common tourist traps.

How to find the right boat?

There are plenty of boats and selecting the right one might be challenging. The size of the boat should be your main criteria.

Plenty of small boats cruise the Moskva River, and the most vivid one is this yellow Lay’s-branded boat. Everyone who has ever visited Moscow probably has seen it.

This option might leave a passenger disembarking partially deaf as the merciless Russian pop music blasts onboard. A free spirit, however, will find partying on such a vessel to be an unforgettable and authentic experience that’s almost a metaphor for life in modern Russia: too loud, and sometimes too welcoming. Tickets start at $13 (800 rubles) per person.

Bigger boats offer smoother sailing and tend to attract foreign visitors because of their distinct Soviet aura. Indeed, many of the older vessels must have seen better days. They are still afloat, however, and getting aboard is a unique ‘cultural’ experience. Sometimes the crew might offer lunch or dinner to passengers, but this option must be purchased with the ticket. Here is one such  option  offering dinner for $24 (1,490 rubles).

If you want to travel in style, consider Flotilla Radisson. These large, modern vessels are quite posh, with a cozy restaurant and an attentive crew at your service. Even though the selection of wines and food is modest, these vessels are still much better than other boats.

Surprisingly, the luxurious boats are priced rather modestly, and a single ticket goes for $17-$32 (1,100-2,000 rubles); also expect a reasonable restaurant bill on top.

How to buy tickets?

Women holding photos of ships promise huge discounts to “the young and beautiful,” and give personal invitations for river tours. They sound and look nice, but there’s a small catch: their ticket prices are usually more than those purchased online.

“We bought tickets from street hawkers for 900 rubles each, only to later discover that the other passengers bought their tickets twice as cheap!”  wrote  (in Russian) a disappointed Rostislav on a travel company website.

Nevertheless, buying from street hawkers has one considerable advantage: they personally escort you to the vessel so that you don’t waste time looking for the boat on your own.

Prices start at $13 (800 rubles) for one ride, and for an additional $6.5 (400 rubles) you can purchase an unlimited number of tours on the same boat on any given day.

Flotilla Radisson has official ticket offices at Gorky Park and Hotel Ukraine, but they’re often sold out.

Buying online is an option that might save some cash. Websites such as  this   offer considerable discounts for tickets sold online. On a busy Friday night an online purchase might be the only chance to get a ticket on a Flotilla Radisson boat.

This  website  (in Russian) offers multiple options for short river cruises in and around the city center, including offbeat options such as ‘disco cruises’ and ‘children cruises.’ This other  website  sells tickets online, but doesn’t have an English version. The interface is intuitive, however.

Buying tickets online has its bad points, however. The most common is confusing which pier you should go to and missing your river tour.

“I once bought tickets online to save with the discount that the website offered,” said Igor Shvarkin from Moscow. “The pier was initially marked as ‘Park Kultury,’ but when I arrived it wasn’t easy to find my boat because there were too many there. My guests had to walk a considerable distance before I finally found the vessel that accepted my tickets purchased online,” said the man.

There are two main boarding piers in the city center:  Hotel Ukraine  and  Park Kultury . Always take note of your particular berth when buying tickets online.

Where to sit onboard?

Even on a warm day, the headwind might be chilly for passengers on deck. Make sure you have warm clothes, or that the crew has blankets ready upon request.

The glass-encased hold makes the tour much more comfortable, but not at the expense of having an enjoyable experience.

Getting off the boat requires preparation as well. Ideally, you should be able to disembark on any pier along the way. In reality, passengers never know where the boat’s captain will make the next stop. Street hawkers often tell passengers in advance where they’ll be able to disembark. If you buy tickets online then you’ll have to research it yourself.

There’s a chance that the captain won’t make any stops at all and will take you back to where the tour began, which is the case with Flotilla Radisson. The safest option is to automatically expect that you’ll return to the pier where you started.

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