MSC Poesia
2550 Passengers (3223 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 Poesia
The MSC Poesia, a Musica-class ship, entered service in April 2008. The MSC Poesia offers At 293.80 length the ship can accommodate 2,550 passengers (with double occupancy). Admire the spectacular waterfall in the foyer of MSC Poesia and enjoy a soothing break in the Zen Garden. The public areas are modern, colorful and pompous. The staterooms are more classic, but also decorated with colorful accents. Family cruises are particularly popular with the MSC Poesia.
MSC Poesia data
- Category: Musica class
- Built in: 2008
- Home port: Panama City
- Length: 293,80 metres
- Tonnage: 92.627 BRZ
- Speed: 23 knots
- Decks: 16
- Passengers: 3,223
- Crew: 987
- Language: German, Italian, English, French, Spanish
- Currency: €
- Internet: Starlink from SpaceX, internet café and Wi-Fi (fee required)
MSC Poesia Staterooms
The staterooms are modern and comfortable and equipped with bathroom with shower, TV, telephone, minibar and safe. The interior staterooms are about 14 sqm, the oceanview staterooms about 16-17 sqm. The balcony staterooms measure approx. 15-18 sqm and the suites convince with a great 26 sqm. The suites have a bath instead of a shower.
Atmosphere on board the MSC Poesia
On board the MSC Poesia, it's like landing in a modern and well-kept holiday hotel: good food, a wide range of sports, comfortable staterooms 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 Poesia Restaurants, bars & lounges
The cuisine on the MSC Poesia is good and tasty, offering variety and fresh dishes so that every guest on board can find something to suit them. Drinks are available for an extra charge or you can take advantage of a drinks package.
The following restaurants are included in the price:
- Villa Pompeiana & L'Obelisco (buffet restaurant): The restaurants await you with a variety of dishes from the hot and cold buffet and impress with their Mediterranean diversity.
- Le Fontane (main restaurant): Taste freshly prepared dishes in an elegant ambience.
- Il Palladio (main restaurant): Enjoy fine cuisine in the à la carte restaurant.
There is a surcharge for the following speciality restaurants:
- Kaito Sushi Bar: Taste Japanese specialities such as exquisite sushi or soup.
Enjoy fine wines or classic cocktails in one of the numerous bars and lounges (not included), for example in the Giada Bar or in the Pigalle Lounge, where you can also look forward to live music.
MSC Poesia Entertainment, sports and wellness
There are many ways to spend your holiday on board. The pool areas offer fun for the whole family, while the open-air cinema entices you with great films in the evenings.
For sporty guests, the large range of sports and fitness facilities leaves nothing to be desired: There is a state-of-the-art gym, a tennis court, a basketball court and a mini golf course at your disposal. If you are looking for peace and relaxation, then the Aurea Spa with steam bath, saunas and massages is the place for you.
The large "Carlo Felice" theatre invites you to enjoy great shows and programmes or try your luck at the Casino Royal.
MSC Poesia children
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 MSC Poesia is a modern ship for those who want variety, entertainment and a colorful on-board life. Even families feel very well. The price-performance ratio is good. We also recommend this ship to cruise liners who want to go on a big trip for the first time.
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Ship overall
- Food not great at times but that was personal to me as I cannot eat meat with any sign of red on it
- Only slight downside, we paid for a meal in their special restaurant but did not discover until onboard that the only speciality was Sushi, not to our liking, but that's a personal choice
- Excelent
- Great
- Good ship for short vacation
- Good ship, with the regular entertainment facilities on board. If you are looking for the newest trendiest ship entertainmern, this is not. It is a comfortable MSC ship with good interior and enough speed and stability for an easy-going cruise.
- After doing many cruises pre-Covid, we are wondering if this low quality cruise is MSC downgrading. Don’t think I will do another cruise with MSC again. Cheap low quality food with poor prep (used to be Michelin chef menu - not any more)....
- make the spa more affordable to a non-Aura members.
- Food, staff , activities were all of a very high standard.
- Aurea: Preferred check-in and luggage on embarkation day ... it didn't work
Cruise in one sentence
- Nice destinations with a basic cruise ship
- A great experience, well worth upgrading to the Aurea class.
- Excelent
- Great
- Very good, planning another cruise with MSC
- Beautiful ship with nice entertainment
- An easy going cruise experience for both parents and children without stress.
- unforgettable experience
- Itinerary was good, but would have been better on another ship. Upgrading to Aurea package gives zero additional benefit and was complete waste of money.
- Hi my cruise was most enjoyable.
Remarks Cabin
- It's amazing how they manage to fit so much into such a small space.
- Excelent
- Small but cozy cabin
- outside view for an obstructed cabin
- Tidy, clean, comfortable beds, enough room for 2 adults and 1 child.
- We enjoy the balcony and good space for the 4 of us
- Poor basic balcony cabin for Aurea package. No amenities given (hair conditioner, hand soap, etc). Poorly cleaned daily. No space even to put the suitcases away!
- would have been great if it weren't for a slight cigarette odor
- Small but suffiecient for our every need.
- Spacious, luxurious,perfect location on ship