What is the guest capacity on Britannia?

Britannia has a normal operating capacity of 3,647 guests and 1,350 crew.

How many cabins does Britannia have?

Britannia has accommodation to suit everyone. She’s home to 1,837 cabins including 448 Inside, 1,206 Balcony, 92 Superior Deluxe Balcony, 64 Suite and 27 Single cabins.

Are children allowed on Britannia?

Britannia is a family-friendly ship and offers age specific children’s clubs on board.

Where does Britannia sail to?

Britannia, offering 5* hotel glamour at sea, offers a wealth of holidays but is particularly at home in the Mediterranean and Caribbean. You’ll also find her on holidays to Spain, Portugal and the Canary Islands, Short Breaks and Northern European City Escapes.

Where does Britannia sail from?

Britannia sails from Southampton, Barbados and St Lucia.

Who is the godmother of Britannia?

Britannia was named by Her Majesty The Queen. Britannia entered service in March 2015.

When was Britannia built?

Britannia entered into service in March 2015.

How many restaurants and bars does Britannia have?

Britannia offers 11 restaurants on board including the Oriental Restaurant, The Limelight Club and The Epicurean. She’s also home to 15 bars and cafés, including Market Café.

How big is Britannia?

Britannia measures at 330m, 143,000 tons and 13 guest decks.

What entertainment is on board Britannia?

Headliners theatre Library Art gallery Brodie’s The Crystal Room The Studio - the place to come for anything and everything from talks, guest speakers, cookery demos, films, game shows and music recitals… The Limelight Club – relish a three-course culinary experience alongside entertainment by some of Britain’s best-loved performers The Live Lounge – music and dancing, the perfect spot for a nightcap

What can I do whilst on board Britannia?

4 pools 4 whirlpool spas Steam room Spa and Salon Hydrotherapy Suite The Retreat Theatre Casino Art gallery Library Sports court Fully equipped gym Fitness classes Dance classes Shopping The Cookery Club

How many pools does Britannia have?

Britannia has 4 pools, 4 whirlpools and a steam room

Does Britannia have Freedom dining?

Yes, Freedom and Club dining are both available in the Peninsular, Oriental and Meridian Restaurants. And a number of other fantastic venues offer speciality dining.

What kind of shops does Britannia have?

Britannia has a choice of shops where you can browse and buy the following (and more): Luxury branded items such as cosmetics, perfume, jewellery, gifts, clothes and accessories Holiday essentials such as batteries, souvenirs, sun lotion, snacks and toiletries Photography products and services Satellite internet packages Shore experiences Art and collectibles

Does Britannia have a cinema?

The Studio is the place to watch movies on board Britannia. This venue also hosts talks and demonstrations from special guests, musical performances and even game shows. Keep an eye on the Horizon newspaper on board to see what’s on each day.

Britannia

Guests3,647

Length330m

Crew1,350

Britannia – our family friendly flagship

Family friendly - Inspired by our past. Designed for the future. There has never been a more stylish way to see the world! Nothing beats the feeling of stepping on board a new ship for the first time. Whether you're new to cruising, or a veteran of the high seas, your moments on board Britannia are sure to be truly memorable.

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Britannia's highlights

Three star Michelin chef, Marco Pierre White, teaches a class of passengers and press in Britannia's Cookery Club while sailing to the Norwegian fjords. P&O Cruises.
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Quality choices to keep you entertained

Britannia has always championed the best entertainment at sea with her diverse mix of venues. She’s a ship with a wide-ranging choice of activities for every interest.

Wining and dining

When it comes to great food and drink, you’re spoilt for quality choices on Britannia. With 20 or more restaurants and bars to choose from, you can try something new every day of your cruise.

Designed for stylish relaxation

Suites and cabins are tastefully designed to be your personal retreat while on board. With soothing colour schemes, white fluffy towels, pristine cotton sheets, plump pillows and The White Company toiletries, you’ll enjoy all the comforts of a boutique hotel on your cruise ship.

Cool, calm and collected

Britannia’s opulent Oasis Spa and Salon is the height of luxury with its hydrotherapy suite, heated loungers, saunas, steam grottos and tropical showers. For next-level bliss, take time out at The Retreat, a luxurious open-deck area exclusively for adults. The Serenity Pool and Bar provides a peaceful sunbathing area with luxurious sun loungers, while the whirlpool spas are the perfect place to sit back and watch the sun set.

A social butterfly

There’s no better way to cap off a fabulous day than to catch up with family and friends over a refreshing drink, and Britannia has plenty of places to quench your thirst.

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Where can you sail to on Britannia?

A beautiful, secluded Caribbean beach at the foot of Gros Piton, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Saint Lucia.

During the summer, Britannia is found in the Med

It’s impossible to sum up a fraction of what the Med has to offer but some of the highlights include the giddy architecture of Barcelona, the glamour of Cannes, the awesome art treasures of Florence and the ice cream and icons of the Eternal City, Rome.

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During the winter, Britannia wisely heads for the beaches of the Caribbean

Cruising is the perfect way to see the Caribbean as you can island-hop to explore its amazing cultural and geographical diversity, from the salt flats and flamingos of Curaçao to the waterfalls and volcanoes of St Lucia.

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Guest reviews for Britannia

23 January 2022

Preparation for embarkation, especially information regarding covid requirements and testing. Staff were always helpful and excursions were informative. We often recommend P&O and would sail with them again.

Mr Ramsay, 23 January 2022

Yes I would recommend P&O to anyone,& yes I would travel with them again. We had a few problems along the way,but overall our holiday was good. what it lack in some areas,the dinning room staff made up for it.

23 January 2022

Book p and o

Well organised in terms of covid tests, food wonderful destination great, wished I could stay felt safer there then when I came home

Mrs Davies, 22 January 2022

Brilliant cruise, can’t wait to do it again.

Excellent service, always pleasant, nice cabin, good food & great entertainment.

Mr Critchley, 21 January 2022

3rd time on Britaina and it was not as good as the first 2 times; having said that that’s down to covid. Cruise was good, food slipping down a notch, but all in all good cruise. Definitely go with P&O again as Iv already book the new ship that’s coming out at the end off year. One thing I would say... Read more

21 January 2022

Excellent

Very good only down side passenger locater not for us senior customers not enough staff to help us other than that well done

21 January 2022

Holiday was fabulous as we met some wonderful people who are now classed a friends. Although meals in main restaurant not as good as other cruises. We got fed up near end of holiday with all testing and having to wear masks. Hence why we have cancelled our balance cruise for May.

21 January 2022

Britannia December 2021

P&O have amazing staff. They certainly make your holiday very special. Britannia is a modern ship, beautiful cabins and stunning atrium. You would believe you were in a 5* hotel. Great to wake up and discover a different location each day, then return to the ship with great food and entertainment op... Read more

Mrs Guy, 21 January 2022

A fabulous experience.

The facilities on board ship were fabulous and the staff were most attentive and generous with their help and time. Our cabin was great. The shore experiences were as good as they could be in the circumstances of the outbreak of Omicron and the staff carried out Covid tests on board which must hav... Read more

21 January 2022

Thoroughly enjoyed our time onboard Britannia. Felt very safe with all the Covid protocols in place. One thing that is always consistent with P&O is the high level of service provided by crew through out the ship which is one of the main reasons we remain loyal to P&O.

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Frequently asked questions about Britannia

Headliners theatre
Library
Art gallery
Brodie’s
The Crystal Room
The Studio - the place to come for anything and everything from talks, guest speakers, cookery demos, films, game shows and music recitals…
The Limelight Club – relish a three-course culinary experience alongside entertainment by some of Britain’s best-loved performers
The Live Lounge – music and dancing, the perfect spot for a nightcap

There are nine different restaurants on board Britannia, including Freedom and Club dining options, plus coffee shops and cafés where you might enjoy a snack. You could treat yourself to a speciality dining experience at a venue such as Sindhu, which offers a menu of finely balanced spices, The Glass House with its small plates and perfectly paired wines, or The Limelight Club, where dinner is accompanied by top-notch live entertainment. For a more informal meal, head to the Horizon buffet and savour flavours from around the world or try the poolside pizzeria and grill.