MSC Armonia
1952 Passengers (2620 with upper beds)
About MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises offers its guests mediterranean and modern lifestyle at a good price-performance ratio. On the sometimes colorful, sometimes discreetly designed ships, guests of all ages feel comfortable. In the summer months, many families are on board, especially at Mediterranean cruises, many Italian families spread Italian cheerfulness. In the off-season, it is a little quieter, then many older guests come on board, to experience a cheap cruise. The ships also arrive well in the German market and the number of German guests is growing steadily. The ships of the MSC fleet take with double occupancy between 1500 and 5700 passengers on board. English skills are recommended, but you also get some German service on board. The cruise line is also committed to environmental protection and has set itself the goal of emission-free ship operation. Therefore, the ships are equipped with the latest technology, such as LNG propulsion. In addition, all newbuilds since 2017 have been equipped with a shore power connection, and further MSC Cruises ships will also be upgraded with this technology in the future.
About MSC Armonia
The MSC Armonia, a Lirica-class vessel, is a modern ship with a casual atmosphere that was commissioned in 2004. The ship was last renovated in 2014 and extended with new balcony cabins, new public areas and a water park. With a length of 274.9 meters the ship can accommodate up to 2679 passengers (with double occupancy). The design of the interior is classic with some colorful accents.
MSC Armonia data
- Category: Lirica class
- Built in: 2001
- Home port: Panama City
- Length: 274 metres
- Tonnage: 65,542 BRZ
- Speed: 20 knots
- Decks: 13
- Passengers: 2620
- Crew: 721
- Language: German, Italian, English, French, Spanish
- Currency: €
- Internet: On board there is an internet café and wi-fi. The usage is chargeable
MSC Armonia Staterooms
The staterooms are comfortably furnished and have a bathroom (shower and WC), minibar, safe, TV and hairdryer. The interior and ocenaview staterooms are about 13 sqm in size, but offer sufficient space and storage for your luggage. The 94 new balcony stateroom on decks 7-10 offer 15-16 sqm of space. The balcony staterooms are newly renovated and equipped with new carpets and upholstery as well as with new bathrooms. The spacious suites with balconies measure 27 sqm and also have a bathtub.
Atmosphere on Board
On board the MSC Armonia, it's like landing in a well-kept holiday hotel: good food, a wide range of sports, comfortable cabins and many entertainment options. Even at this relaxed and casual atmosphere, festive attire is recommended two nights a week in the main restaurants. Guests who like it even more casual can visit the buffet restaurant at this evenings where no dress code is expected.
MSC Armonia Restaurants, bars & lounges
The restaurant and buffet area was also greatly enlarged as part of the Renaissance programme. The tasty cuisine is mainly Italian in style. The culinary offering on board MSC Armonia includes numerous restaurants with something for everyone. Drinks are available for an extra charge or you can take advantage of a drinks package.
The following restaurants are already included in the price:
- La Brasserie (buffet restaurant): Here you can expect a variety of dishes from the hot and cold buffet as well as delicacies from all regions of Italy.
- Il Girasole (buffet restaurant): Enjoy delicacies from the buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- La Pergola (main restaurant): Sample freshly prepared dishes in an elegant ambience.
- Marco Polo (main restaurant): Enjoy fine dining in the à la carte restaurant.
There is a surcharge for the following speciality restaurants:
- Surf & Turf restaurant: Whether meat, fish or seafood - here you can enjoy all kinds of grilled specialities.
In the various lounges and bars (not included) enjoy a relaxing cappuccino at Caffè San Marco in the afternoon, savour delicious cocktails at Bar del Duomo or have an aperitif before dinner at The Red Bar. We also recommend The White Lion Pub, which is reminiscent of a typical English pub.
Entertainment, sports and relaxation
On board there are many ways to spend your holiday. Sufficient space has been created for entertainment and relaxation.
The pool area offers fun for the whole family. Apart from that, there are other entertainment options, for example, the casino for adults or the boutiques. In the theatre you can watch breathtaking Broadway-style shows.
Sports enthusiasts will find an extensive gym with a beautiful view of the sea. In addition, there is also a power walking track in the fresh air.
For wellness lovers, the MSC Armonia also has a lot to offer. The Aurea Spa invites you to relax with a sauna, whirlpool, massages and cosmetic treatments.
MSC Armonia children
There is plenty for children of all ages to discover on board, such as the LEGO® play area or the Doremi Spray Park with lots of water attractions.
Childcare is also provided for your children: babies and toddlers between the ages of one and three play in the Baby Club, which was created in collaboration with the leading children's brand Chicco®. The MSC Mini Club looks after the youngest children aged three to six and the Junior Club takes care of children aged seven to eleven. MSC's experienced entertainers look after the children with various games and lots of sporting activities. During the day, 12 to 14-year-olds in the Young Club and 15 to 17-year-olds in the Teens Club can enjoy clubs equipped with the latest consoles, games and VR technology, a teen disco and a dinner organized exclusively for teenagers.
Our summary
The European and especially Italian characterised atmosphere makes the MSC Armonia a lively and cheerful ship. But also a quiet place for relaxed hours can always be found on board. Cruise newcomers and families feel very comfortable on this ship. The price-performance ratio is good.
- Destinations: Adriatic Sea, Eastern Mediterranean, South America, Transatlantic
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More Feedback from our customers about this ship (click for details)
Ship overall
- It’s really the oldest ship in MSC fleet.
- The food was terrible. 5 years ago we were on MSC Preciosa - the food there was delicious. They very significantly worsten their service.
- From start to finish I was so disappointed with this cruise, the food was dreadful and tiny portions, had to wait in long queues for each sitting, and then more waiting on someone to severe you. No one seemed to know what they were doing....
- Food was either cold or tepid, shortage of food if you weren't first in line. Entertainment was below average. The service at the bar was very slow - up to 45 minutes waiting on an order.
- Wi-Fi should be included
- Music entertainment doesn't seem to start until after 6.45 inside ship even on sea days which seems a bit late to me.Problems with public and cabin toilets not working right.out of order.Staff fantastic,really really great.
- the worker in main bar in disk 11 profussional and very kindly just you must to put in english language for visiting the place outside Armonia
- Lovely ship
- I would like to thank all the staff in MSC Armonia. They are all so amazing and hardworking people. We also receive the best service from one of the best asst bartender RIZANDY MAALIW, he is excellent with his job and always served the customers with smile and kindness....
Cruise in one sentence
- It really is the oldest ship in MSC Cruises fleet
- Very good
- So disappointing.
- Too long to travel for a mini cruise, poor embarkation and long delays disembarking, poor bar service, will not book this ship again.
- Very good.
- Enjoyable
- Lovely cruise but due to smaller passenger numbers there were a lot of staff and sometimes this was a bit too much.
- Perfect!
Remarks Cabin
- The shower was ridiculously small, with plastic curtain. The urine smell around the toilet was permanent and the steward was only able to cover it with his chemicals for few hours tops.
- Very small. The bags did not fit.
- Not that much space and of course, inside. Cannot put "very good" on inside cabin.
- Very nice, good space and a lot of drawers and hangers. Walk in closet!!
- The only good thing I can say about the cabin is that it was clean. Other than that did not like it.
- Very small, inside cabin not suitable for four people, in need of maintenance.
- Multiple daily cleaning services in the room. Very well organized.
- very nice and house keeper halim perfect
- lovely cabin