Cunard reveals plans for extensive Queen Victoria transformation

The luxurious 2,000-guest ship will enter dry dock at Damen Shiprepair in Rotterdam from 17 October to 5 November 2026, returning to service ready to welcome guests on board for the remainder of her 2026 voyages and into 2027.
Transformation
Queen Victoria’s signature spaces will each be thoughtfully revitalised, with a refreshed Grand Lobby to enhance the sense of arrival and reinforce the timeless elegance she is renowned for. The iconic Queens Room will also be reimagined, ensuring it continues to set the perfect scene for Cunard’s signature Afternoon Tea, live music and glamorous Gala Evenings.
Cunard’s Grill Suite experience – a hallmark of Cunard’s luxury offering – will be elevated to new heights. Queens Grill and Princess Grill Suites will be enhanced with sumptuous furnishings, sophisticated detailing and thoughtful design, delivering the ultimate in comfort and style at sea.
Eight additional Britannia staterooms will also be introduced, including three from a new premium category, Britannia Deluxe Oceanview, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows for panoramic ocean views. The new staterooms will go on sale from 20 July, for voyages sailing from 11 November 2026.
Wellness
Reflecting the growing importance of wellness to today’s luxury traveller, Queen Victoria will become the third Queen in the Cunard fleet to introduce The Pavilion Wellness Café, following its highly successful launch on Queen Anne in 2024 and introduction on Queen Elizabeth in 2025. This wellness-focused venue will serve breakfast, lunch and daytime dining with a menu celebrating plant-based cuisine alongside sustainably sourced meat, fish and dairy.
Katie McAlister, President of Cunard, said: “Queen Victoria has always held a special place in the hearts of our guests, celebrated for her distinctive character, intimate spaces and unmistakable sense of British elegance. We are thrilled to have the opportunity to refine the experiences and spaces she offers, with every decision approached with deep respect for the heritage and charm that make her who she is. From the Grand Lobby to the Queens Room, every detail has been thoughtfully considered to ensure Queen Victoria continues to deliver the timeless luxury she is known and loved for. We can’t wait to welcome guests back on board to experience these beautiful enhancements for themselves.”
Queen Victoria will return to service on 7 November 2026, beautifully prepared to welcome guests for a 2027 programme of voyages spanning the Mediterranean, the Norwegian Fjords, the Canary Islands and beyond.
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