Marella Discovery 2 is the sister ship to Marella Discovery, which means it shares most of the same top-notch facilities. These include an outdoor cinema, a rock climbing wall and a minigolf course. Not to mention the two pools – one indoor and one outdoor – plus, seven restaurants and a spa. And to top the lot, there are Broadway-style performances are on every night in the show lounge.
Marella Discovery 2 was launched in 2017
The gross tonnage is 69472
The width of Marella Discovery 2 is 35 meters
The maximum speed of the ship is 24 knots per hour
The length of Marella Discovery 2 is 264 meters
The currency taken on Marella Discovery 2 is GBP
Marella Discovery 2 has 771 cabin crew members
The ship has 11 decks
Marella Discovery 2 has 918 cabins on board
It also has 17 wheelchair cabins on board
Cruise & Stay
Relax for a little longer when you pair your cruise with a stint in one of our handpicked hotels.
Our Cruise & Stay holidays are great for if you fancy extending your holiday and seeing more of a particular destination. You can spend a week cruising, followed by three, four or seven nights at one of our cherry-picked hotels or apartments. Or, do it the other way around and spend seven nights in a hotel before setting sail.
You’ll find this trendy Italian restaurant on the second floor of the ship’s main dining room. It’s a laid-back place, where bookings aren’t necessary, and its designer look features a colour scheme inspired by the sunset.
The main restaurant is a big, stylish venue, finished in the colours of the sand and the sea. The modern menu consists of home favourites and international flavours, and meals come with a side-order of sea views, thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows. It also hosts The Great Musical Afternoon Tea, for an extra charge. This weekly event brings the West End to Marella Cruises, with dishes inspired by famous musicals – like the ‘Vietnamese Melody’ beef tenderloin yakitori and the ‘On My Own’ petit choux. There are six teas to choose from, as well as a cocktail of your choice. Plus, the whole place is decorated with show posters and memorabilia.
Big buffet spreads are laid out in this restaurant, with show-cooking stations on-hand to offer things like breakfast omelettes, and carvery roasts in the evening. You can grab snacks in between meals, too.
This place has a split personality, but for all the right reasons. By day, it deals in deli-style light bites and freshly squeezed juices. Come sundown, the venue turns into a casual restaurant with a tapas-style menu. Plus, you can try our World Skewers for an extra charge
Festival food stalls and iconic British beach huts provided the inspiration for this grab ‘n’ go eatery. That means you can pick up things like bacon butties for breakfast, and sweet chilli chicken wings, salads and focaccia sandwiches in the afternoon.
In our signature pan-Asian speciality restaurant, you'll find dishes created by renowned chef Ian Pengelley such as his duck and watermelon salad. The menu covers off south and east Asia, featuring dishes like Indian spiced king prawns, and Indonesian beef rendang curry. A sushi bar is on hand as well. There’s a charge to dine here and we recommend you make a reservation.
As its name suggests, this à la carte eatery specialises in the likes of marbled steaks and meaty lobster tails. You’ve also got other meat and fish options, as well as plenty to satisfy a vegetarian palate. There’s a charge to dine here and we recommend you make a reservation.
Spicy tuna rolls, salmon sashimi and seabass nigiri are all on the menu at this sushi bar, which is tucked inside Kora La. Plus, you can wash it down with beers from all over Asia – think Tiger, Cobra and Singha. There’s a charge to dine here and we recommend you make a reservation.
Food: Café Experience: Cover charge may apply - If you’re in need of a caffeine boost, this place will do the trick. Lavazza coffee and sweet treats are served here courtesy of our in-house chocolatier. Plus, it’s a great people-watching spot, since it overlooks the atrium and comes with a chilled-out musical soundtrack.
Please note, the drinks from the menu here are only included as part of the Premium All Inclusive package.
Feeling peckish but don’t want to leave the comfort of your cabin? Take a look at our room service menu. You can order all sorts of snacks and drinks, from triple-stacked club sandwiches to steaming cups of hot chocolate.
Grab a seat – and a glass of bubbles – at this classy bar, and you’ll have a great view of the entertainment in the atrium.
The heart of each ship is taken over by a spectacular five-storey atrium. Think panoramic windows, mood lighting, and Willy Wonka-esque glass lifts. Low-key entertainment is held here, with an agenda that includes cabaret performances and cocktails with the Captain.
As the flagship watering hole, this venue houses our biggest selection of on-tap beers. Expect the atmosphere to build pace as the hours draw in – evenings might start with the sounds of our signature yellow piano, and end with the sounds of dance-floor classics.
Plush seating and an 800-plus capacity give this main entertainment venue professional credentials. The show calendar has everything from glitzy performances to modern dance numbers. Expect nightly performances from the talented show team, with dazzling costumes and high-energy acts. Marella fly top guest acts over to perform on board, too.
A position on the highest point on Deck 11 – where the bar gets its name from – means that drinks in this lounge come with the ship’s best sea views. It’s a contemporary cocktail bar by evening, transforming into a late-night disco as the hours pass.
The stylish casino is open until late, and features live roulette, blackjack tables and fruit machines. If you’re a beginner, ask the croupiers about getting some lessons in. You’ve also got the entertainment – and the bar – in the Live Room to accompany you while you’re having a flutter. Charges apply here.
A position on the highest point on Deck 11 – where the bar gets its name from – means that drinks in this lounge come with the ship’s best sea views. It’s a contemporary cocktail bar by evening, transforming into a late-night disco as the hours pass.
Take a break from the norm on Marella Discovery 2 with our Virtual Reality Experience – a first for Marella Cruises. Slip on a headset and you can explore new lands on Space Pirate Trainer, whizz through the solar system on Universe Sandbox 2, or paint your own galaxy on Tilt Brush by Google. It’s free, easy-to-use and suitable for all ages.
Call in at the Photo Gallery to pick up photos of your time on the ship. You can also view and buy pictures via our kiosks. For a special take-home, head to the Pure Portrait Studio and ask the photographer for a private shoot. A charge applies here.
Indulge in a little retail therapy in the onboard boutiques. They’re open when we’re at sea, and stock a great range of perfume, make-up, clothes and gifts.
The open-air cinema is the go-to place for a chilled-out evening under the stars. Classic movies and the latest box office hits are shown on a big screen. And you can get blankets, popcorn, and hot chocolate from the nearby bar.
These sociable spots tick the box for cold drinks in between dips.
This fun, interactive space has gaming consoles for adults and children.
This just-for-adults sunbathing area is located at the back of the ship, so you can relax with views of the horizon.
We’re open around the clock for anything you need.
If you fancy getting glammed up for the weekly Dress to Impress night, pop into the salon for a manicure or hair up-do. Alternatively, spoil yourself in the spa – it’s got a string of treatment cabins where you can indulge in a full body massage or a rejuvenating facial.
Enjoy a workout in the fleet’s largest gym, before working up an even bigger sweat in the sauna.
An open-air pool with loungers lined up along the water’s edge, while music and quizzes keep the atmosphere up.
Brave the heights of the rock-climbing wall, and get a bird’s-eye view of the ship and the ocean.
The indoor pool comes with a huge glass canopy roof, and rows of comfortable loungers.
You’ll find four relaxing whirlpool baths on Deck 9.
Take in the scenic views while burning some calories on a run around the Jogging Track on deck 10.
Take the whole family to the minigolf green for an afternoon of fun. It’s got nine holes and widescreen sea views.
If you really want to get under the skin of a place, book a bike tour. All our ships have a collection of mountain bikes onboard and, at almost every port, you can join an experienced guide and cycle your way around the best sights. The distance and difficulty of each tour varies, from relaxed rides over flat ground, to more challenging trips on hilly terrain. If you don’t fancy as much pedalling, there are electric bikes onboard, too. For more information, just speak to a member of the Destination Services team.
Our Destination Services team can talk to you about our ports of call, help you decide which excursions are right for you, and book you onto your next cruise with us.
The accredited staff at M Club, Marella Cruises onboard kids’ club do a brilliant job keeping youngsters entertained. There’s messy time with arts and crafts, dressing-up, movie nights and pyjama parties, as well as feature games from M Crew – characters exclusive to Marella Cruises. Trips to the bridge to high-five the captain and behind-the-scenes backstage tours may also make the line-up. The M Club is for children ages 3 to 11 and best of all, the club is free.
Teens get their very own karaoke booth at this hangout spot, which is conveniently located by Gamer Zone.
If you’ve got tots in tow, there’s a dedicated space where you can go to feed and entertain them. And you can take them along to our free Babytainment classes, which pack in everything from nursery rhymes to baby ballet.
Take a break from the norm on Marella Discovery 2 with our Virtual Reality Experience – a first for Marella Cruises. Slip on a headset and you can explore new lands on Space Pirate Trainer, whizz through the solar system on Universe Sandbox 2, or paint your own galaxy on Tilt Brush by Google. It’s free, easy-to-use and suitable for all ages.
Brave the heights of the rock-climbing wall, and get a bird’s-eye view of the ship and the ocean.
Take the whole family to the mini golf green for an afternoon of fun. It’s got nine holes and widescreen sea views.
This fun, interactive space has games consoles for adults and children.
You get a set of twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. You’ll find these cabins on Decks 7 and 8, they sleep 2 people and measure 15m². Our 4 berth cabins come with fold down beds.
These cabins can be found on Decks 2 and 3, and sleep up to 4 people. You’ll get twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. Deck 2/3 Inside Cabins cover 12m². Our 3 and 4-berth cabins have upper berths that fold down for extra sleeping space, please note they are accessed by a ladder. Single Cabins are also available.
These are on decks 3, and accommodate solo travellers. The cabin is kitted out with twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. These cabins measure 12 m².
These cabins are on Decks 7 and 8, and come with the bonus of a floor-to-ceiling window. You’ll sleep on twin beds, which can also convert to a queen-size double bed, and have use of a sitting area with a sofa-bed and an en suite with a WC and a shower. Deluxe Cabins sleep up to 4 and measure a little over 20m².
These Outside cabins can be found on Decks 2 and 3, and have a picture window or porthole. They feature twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed, a sitting area with a sofa, and an en suite with a WC and a shower. These sleep 2 to 4 people and measure 14m². Our 3 and 4-berth cabins have upper berths that fold down for extra sleeping space. Single Cabins are also available.
These are on decks 3, and accommodate solo travellers. A picture window or porthole offers sea views, and the cabin is kitted out with twin beds that convert to a queen-size double bed, a sitting area with a sofa, and an en suite with a WC and a shower. These cabins measure 14 m².
Balcony Cabins are on Deck 6, and feature a set of twin beds that can convert to a queen-size double bed. You can also expect a sitting area, an en suite with a WC and a shower, and a balcony. These cabins sleep 2, and are between 13 and 14m². Deluxe Balcony Cabins are also available.