Ambience
Accommodations on board Ambience offer a sanctuary of relaxation and sophistication. From spacious interior cabins to opulent suites with private balconies, every space is thoughtfully designed for comfort and style.
The ship offers an array of dining options that cater to discerning tastes. Enjoy gourmet meals crafted by skilled chefs, whether you’re dining in elegant restaurants or opting for a casual bite with ocean views. Ambience also offers a variety of speciality restaurants including Saffron, an Indian speciality restaurant, and Chef’s Table, where you can enjoy a wonderful culinary experience.
Entertainment is another stand-out highlight of the Ambience. From live music and theatre performances to engaging lectures and workshops, there’s always something to engage and delight guests on board. Ambience’s itineraries are carefully curated to explore a variety of captivating destinations, including Europe, the Mediterranean, and the British Isles. Shore excursions provide opportunities to immerse in local culture, history, and natural beauty.
- Occupancy 1400
- Tonnage 70,285 tons
- Length 804 ft (245.00 m)
Deck Plans
Life on Board Ambience
Life on board Ambassador Ambience is a harmonious blend of luxury, entertainment, and exploration, creating an unforgettable journey for all who travel with her.
dining
Enjoy the choice of six dining options, from casual style buffet cuisine at Borough Market to high end occasion dining at The Chef’s Table.
- Borough Market
- Buckingham Restaurant
- Al Fresco Grill
- Saffron
- Sea & Grass
- Chef’s Table
Bars & Lounges
- Ice Cream Shop
- Observatory Bar
- Purple Turtle
- Raffles Bar
- The Botanical Lounge
- SW19
- Pool Bar
- Dickens
- Consulate Bar
- Coffee House
Facilities
Sit back and unwind at Green Sea Spa, shop for duty-free items at the Shopping Galleria, or simply soak up the sun beside Ambience’s swimming pool – discover the many leisure facilities she has on board.
- 10 Conference Room
- Aces & Eights
- Brontë’s Library
- Shopping Galleria
- Fitness Centre
- Swimming Pool
- Green Sea Spa
entertainment
Catch one of the Ambassador Theatre Company’s electrifying performances of song, dance, comedy and storytelling at The Palladium, or make new friends over arts-and-crafts workshops at Grafton Street.
- The Palladium
- Grafton Street
Cabins & Suites
Ambient’s 798 cabins and suites average an impressive 17-18 square metres of space. Travel in the luxury of your own spacious suite with a private balcony and lounge area, or embrace a solo voyage with one of her single cabins.
De Luxe Suite (DS)
Our 14 spacious De-Luxe suites, located on Ambassador deck 11, have twin beds which can easily be converted to a double bed, and the majority have a sofa bed that can accommodate a third and/or fourth passenger. All suites offer standard cabin facilities as well as en-suite facilities with a bath and separate shower, dressing area, and a second flat-screen television. As well as all the suite benefits enlisted above, De Luxe Suite occupants can take advantage of a separate check-in waiting area, an espresso coffee machine and easy departure with a private disembarkation waiting area.
Cabin 11116 (Oslo) is equipped for passengers with specific mobility limitations and their companions. This cabin is twin occupancy and has a shower-only en-suite.
Junior Suite (JS)
Located on Ambassador deck 11, our 36 Junior Suites also have twin beds where the majority can be converted into a double bed. They also have a double sofa/rollaway bed that can accommodate a third and/or fourth passenger.
Cabins 11138 and 11139 are equipped for passengers with specific mobility limitations and their companions. These cabins are twin occupancy and have a shower-only en-suite.
Beautiful Balcony Cabins with an ocean view
There’s nothing quite like stepping out onto your own balcony and breathing in that beautiful fresh sea air on holiday. As well as our suites, we have a number of cabins that offer a private balcony and the chance to gaze out onto the horizon soak in the glory.
Premium Balcony (16)
Located on Ambassador deck 11 there are 26 Premium Balcony cabins.
Superior Plus Balcony (15)
Located mid-ship on Consulate Deck 10, there are 44 Superior Plus Balcony twin cabins. These can all be converted to a double bed.
Superior Plus Balcony Single (15S)
Located on Consulate Deck 10, there are 24 Superior Plus Balcony Single cabins that have been allocated for single occupancy use.
Superior Balcony (14)
Located on Consulate deck 10, there are 40 Superior Balcony twin cabins. These offer a slightly larger balcony size compared to the Premium Balcony.
Standard, Superior or Premium- that is the question?
The remainder of our twin and single cabins are of the average cabin size 190sq ft/17.7sqm. Varying in ship location and price, the cabins range from inside, to views from obstructed to porthole to picture window ocean. However, all cabins guarantee a comfortable and memorable stay upon Ambience and the perfect resting place for your journey of exploration.
Premium Ocean View (12)
Located mid ship on Ambience Deck 9, there are 50 Premium twin cabins with a picture window ocean view. These can all be converted to a double bed. Some have a third and/or fourth upper berth.
Superior Plus Twin Ocean View (11)
Located on Ambience Deck 9, there are 34 Superior Plus twin cabins with a picture window ocean view. These can be converted to a double bed and some have a third and/or fourth upper berth.
Premium Single Ocean View (12S)
Located on Ambassador Deck 11, there are 16 Premium Single cabins with a picture window ocean view that have been allocated for single occupancy use. Please note cabins 11212, 11216, 11221 and 11225 have a partially obstructed view.
Superior Twin Ocean View (9)
Located on Ambience Deck 9, there are 56 Superior twin cabins with a picture window ocean view. They can all be converted to a double bed, and some have a third and/or fourth upper berth. Cabins 9124 & 9126, 9125 & 9127 have an interconnecting door.
Superior Single Ocean View (10S)
Located on Consulate Deck 10, there are 22 Superior Single cabins with a picture window ocean view that have been allocated for single occupancy use.
Standard Plus Twin Ocean View (8)
Located on Boat Deck 8, there are 40 Standard Plus twin cabins with a picture window ocean view. They can all be converted to a double bed, and some have a third and/or fourth upper berth. Cabins 8146 & 8148, 8147 & 8149, 8158 & 8160, 8159 & 8161 have an interconnecting door.
Standard Twin (7)
Located on Main Deck 6, there are 98 Standard twin cabins with a picture window ocean view and they can all be converted to a double bed. Some have a third and/or fourth upper berth. Cabins 6126 & 6130, 6127 & 6131, 6170 & 6172, 6173 & 6175 have an interconnecting door.
Standard Twin Ocean View (6)
Located on Reception Deck 5, there are 78 Standard twin cabins with a picture window ocean view and the majority can be converted to a double bed. Some have a third and/or fourth upper berth. Cabins 5103, 5104, 5107 and 5108 have a fixed queen bed. Cabins 5180 & 5182, 5183 & 5181 have an interconnecting door.
Standard Single Ocean View (6S)
Located on Aloe Deck 4, there are 14 Standard Single Ocean View cabins with a port hole ocean view that have been allocated for single occupancy use.
Standard Twin Ocean View (6C)
Located on Boat Deck 8, there are 16 Standard twin cabins with partially obstructed views and they can all be converted to a double bed. Some have a third and/or fourth upper berth.
Standard Twin (6B)
Located on Boat Deck 8, there are 12 Standard twin cabins with fully obstructed views and the majority can be converted to a double bed. Cabins 8101, 8103, 8104 and 8106 are equipped for guests with specific mobility limitations and their companions.
Outside Single Guarantee
What is an Outside Cabin Guarantee?
These are our Entry Level Fares – Simply offering a guaranteed outside cabin (cats 6C-8) as standard, perfect for those who don’t mind where their cabin will be on the ship.
These great value fares give guests the freedom to customise with chargeable optional extras at any time ahead of their Ambassador cruise.*
*Cabin numbers are automatically allocated 72 hours prior to sailing and no cabin upgrades will be offered. The evening dinner sitting and table size will be assigned and confirmed once on board. For full terms and conditions please see our Booking Conditions.
Outside Guarantee
These are our Entry Level Fares – Simply offering a guaranteed outside cabin (cats 6C-8) as standard, perfect for those who don’t mind where their cabin will be on the ship.
These great value fares give guests the freedom to customise with chargeable optional extras at any time ahead of their Ambassador cruise.*
*Cabin numbers are automatically allocated 72 hours prior to sailing and no cabin upgrades will be offered. The evening dinner sitting and table size will be assigned and confirmed once on board. For full terms and conditions please see our Booking Conditions.
Premium Twin Inner (4)
Located on Ambassador Deck 11, there are 29 Premium twin inside cabins and they can all be converted to a double bed. Some have a third and/or fourth upper berth. Cabins 11202 & 11206, 11215 & 11209 are interconnecting. Cabins 11105, 11122, 11124, 11125 and 11129 are equipped for guests with specific mobility limitations and their companions.
Superior Twin Inner (3)
Located on Consulate Deck 10, there are 58 Superior twin inside cabins. They can all be converted to a double bed and most have a third and/or fourth upper berth. Cabins 10294 & 10298, 10299 & 10303 have an interconnecting door.
Superior Single Inside (3S)
Located on Consulate Deck 10, there are 13 Superior Single inside cabins that have been allocated for single occupancy use.
Inside cabin: this describes a cabin with artificial light only and no ocean view. All cabins are air conditioned and well ventilated. The cabin images are given as a guide only and layout may vary within the same category.
Standard Plus Twin (2)
Located on Ambience Deck 9 and Boat deck 8, There are 35 Standard twin inside cabins and they can be converted to a double bed. Some have a third and/or fourth upper berth. These air-conditioned cabins all offer en-suite facilities with a shower, flat-screen television, hairdryer, fridge, tea & coffee amenities, UK 3-pin plug with USB and a personal safe.
The majority located on Ambience Deck 9 can be converted to a double bed and some have a third and/or fourth upper berth. Cabin 8109 on Boat Deck 8 is equipped for guests with specific mobility limitations and their companions. All other category 2 cabins on Deck 8 have twin beds that can be converted to a double bed and some have a third and/or fourth upper berth.
Standard Twin Inner (1)
Located on Reception Deck 5 and Main Deck 6, there are 43 Standard twin inside cabins and they can all be converted to a double bed. They all have a third and/or fourth upper berth.
Inside Guarantee
These are our Entry Level Fares – Simply offering a guaranteed inside cabin (cats 1-4) as standard, perfect for those who don’t mind where their cabin will be on the ship.
These great value fares give guests the freedom to customise with chargeable optional extras at any time ahead of their Ambassador cruise.*
*Cabin numbers are automatically allocated 72 hours prior to sailing and no cabin upgrades will be offered. The evening dinner sitting and table size will be assigned and confirmed once on board. For full terms and conditions please see our Booking Conditions.
Inside Single Guarantee
What is an Inside Cabin Guarantee?
These are our Entry Level Fares – Simply offering a guaranteed inside cabin (cats 1-4) as standard, perfect for those who don’t mind where their cabin will be on the ship.
These great value fares give guests the freedom to customise with chargeable optional extras at any time ahead of their Ambassador cruise.*
*Cabin numbers are automatically allocated 72 hours prior to sailing and no cabin upgrades will be offered. The evening dinner sitting and table size will be assigned and confirmed once on board. For full terms and conditions please see our Booking Conditions.
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Ambience FAQs
How many passengers does Ambience carry?
1,400
Are tips expected on Ambience?
Ambassador Cruise Line operates an automatic service charge and gratuity system which is added to your onboard account.
Are there formal nights on Ambience?
There are generally two ‘formal’ or gala nights on board Ambience every 7-12 nights. On these occasions, many gentlemen wear dinner jackets, although a lounge suit is quite acceptable. Ladies on these occasions have a chance to dress up and often opt for evening or cocktail dresses. Please note that jeans, T-Shirts, shorts and open neck shirts are not permitted in the main restaurant on these evenings.
Length of cruise : No. of formal nights
2-5 : 1
6-20 : 2
21 : 41 : 3
Over 42 : 5
What is the dress code on Ambience?
During the day, most guests on board Ambience opt for casual, comfortable clothing. For each evening on board, the Daily Programme will suggest a mode of dress that suits that particular evening’s event.
On evenings proposed as ‘smart’, a suit or smart jacket and trousers (with or without a tie) is suggested for men, and a cocktail dress or trouser suit for women.
On formal evenings, men are requested to wear a lounge suit, with many opting for dinner jackets, while women have the chance to dress up in evening wear such as a cocktail dress. Please note that jeans, T-Shirts, shorts and open neck shirts are not permitted in the main restaurant on Formal or Gala evenings.
A ‘casual’ recommendation means the choice of dress is left entirely to you, and often covers evenings spent in port or when a special event such as a deck party is scheduled.
How many decks does Ambience have?
11
What class of ship is Ambience?
Residential/ hotel ship (ocean liner)
Is Ambience adult only?
All guests on board Ambience must be at least 18 years at the time of sailing, with the exception of any advertised multi-generational cruises.
What are the cabin grades on Ambience?
Ambience has 20 twin and single cabin categories to suit a wide range of preferences:
Inner Cabins
Standard Twin (Inner), Standard Plus Twin (Inner), Superior Single (Inner), Superior Twin (Inner), Premium Twin (Inner)
Outside Cabins
Standard Single, Superior Single, Premium Ocean View, Standard Twin Ocean View, Standard Plus Twin Ocean View, Superior Twin Ocean View, Superior Plus Twin Ocean View, Premium Single
Balcony Cabins
Premium Balcony, Superior Plus Single Balcony
Suites
Superior Junior Suite, De Luxe Suite
When was Ambience refurbished?
2022
Can I take alcohol on Ambience?
It is strictly prohibited to bring alcohol on board at embarkation. Any alcohol purchased on shore during the cruise should be handed to Security on rejoining the ship. This will be returned on disembarkation.