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Balmoral
Overview
Our smallest ship, Balmoral, is a classic gem, offering an intimate cruising experience. She has wonderful facilities - five beautiful restaurants, seven bars and lounges, two pools and lovely wide open decks which are perfect for when Balmoral is scenic cruising.
Our smallest ship, Balmoral, is a classic gem, offering an intimate cruising experience. She has wonderful facilities - five beautiful restaurants, seven bars and lounges, two pools and lovely wide open decks which are perfect for when Balmoral is scenic cruising.
Thanks to her smaller size, Balmoral is perfectly suited to sailing narrow waterways and docking closer to the heart of destinations that larger ships can’t reach.
She can navigate Norway’s scenic Åkrafjord, sailing beneath a low-hanging cable that blocks bigger vessels, and reach Langfoss – widely regarded as one of Norway’s most spectacular waterfalls. In France, Balmoral can journey along the scenic River Seine, winding past picturesque countryside and charming villages en route to the beautiful town of Rouen in Normandy. She’s also able to sail the Kiel Canal – passing through its lock and gliding beneath low bridges (with her mast lowered), while larger ships must divert north of Denmark to access the Baltic.
Balmoral's crest proudly replicates the British royal family's Scottish residence Balmoral Castle, with a nod to Fred. Olsen's historic links with Scotland and where the family still have an estate today.
Ship Statistics
Ship Statistics
Year Built
1987
Refurbished
2024
Length
715
ft
Width
104
ft
Tonnage
43,537
Speed
18
Passenger Capacity
1,325
Crew Size
537
No. of Deck
10
No. of Cabin
710
No. of large Cabin
123
No. of wheelchair Cabin
9
Services & Amenities
Services & Amenities
Bar
YES
Lounge
YES
Cafe
YES
Games Room
YES
Library
YES
Shop
YES
Facilities
Facilities
Double or Twin Configuration
YES
Lounge Area
YES
Dining Area
YES
Shower
YES
Room Service Available
YES
Mini Bar (Additional Cost)
YES
TV
YES
Safe
YES
Hair Dryer
YES
Telephone
YES
Desk
YES
Exclusive
YES
Bath
YES
Suite Benefits
YES
Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
YES
One Single Bed
YES
Toiletries Provided
YES
Twin
YES
Observatory
Marquee Bar
Jacuzzis
Swimming Pool
Sun Deck
Games Court
Golf Net
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Spey Restaurant
Avon Restaurant
Atlantis Spa
Fitness Centre
Owner's Suite
Balcony Junior Suites
Premier Suites
Superior Suites
Marquee Suites
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Laundry Room
The Bridge
Balcony Cabins
Superior Interior Cabins
Single Interior Cabins
Single Balcony Suite
Balcony Junior Suite
Superior Suite
Marquee Suite
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Lido Bar
Colours & Tastes Restaurant
Lido Bar
Sports TV
Superior Ocean View Cabins
Single Ocean View Cabins
Single Superior Ocean View Cabins
Balcony Junior Suites
Superior Interior Cabins
Balcony Cabins
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Jacuzzis
Swimming Pool
Scoops Ice Cream
Tea & Coffee Station
Thistle Buffet Restaurant
Morning Light Pub
Earth Room
Bookmark Café
Card Room
Open Promenade
Botanical Room
Future Cruise Information
Boutiques
Neptune Bar
Neptune Lounge
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Ballindalloch Restaurant
Floral Blooms Shop
Photo Gallery
Guest Services
Destination Services
Sea Cove Shop
Oriental Tea Room
Superior Ocean View
Single Interior Cabin
Interior Cabin
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Ocean View Cabins
Interior Cabins
Superior Ocean View Cabins
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Superior Ocean View Cabins
Ocean View Cabins
Interior Cabins
Single Ocean View Cabins
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Laundry Room
Olsen Art Studio
Medical Centre
Single Ocean View Cabins
Ocean View Cabins
Interior Cabins
Single Interior Cabins
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Ballindalloch Restaurant (complimentary)
classic
Spey & Avon Restaurants (complimentary)
classic
The Bookmark Café (complimentary)
classic
Traditional Afternoon Tea (cover)
classic
Colours & Tastes (cover)
asian
Room Service (complimentary)
room
Thistle Restaurant (complimentary)
casual
You’ll find a range of cabins and suites on board our ships, so you can choose the cabin type, layout and price to suit you. Much of the accommodation has been refitted as part of our extensive, fleet-wide refurbishment programme making the stylish, comfortable cabins even more of a home from home.
We've thought of everything to ensure your time on board with us is as enjoyable, relaxing and carefree as possible.
All of our cabins are equipped with climate control, an interactive smart TV, hairdryer, desk, phone, fridge (which can be stocked as a mini-bar) and tea and coffee making facilities as standard.
Our SUITE DREAMS PACKAGE
Offered with our compliments in all our Suites, our Suite Dreams package includes a few little luxuries to make your time on board Balmoral even more special.
Priority check-in and a bottle of sparkling wine on arrival will ensure you're perfectly relaxed when you are first welcomed into your suite. Daily canapés and a fruit basket are also available, as are comfortable bathrobes and slippers. Binoculars are on hand, along with a world atlas, for you to use - ideal for our Scenic Discoveries, where you'll marvel at the beautiful islands, lochs and seascapes Balmoral will cruise past.
Owner's Suite
Premier Suite
Marquee Suite
Superior Suite
Balcony Junior Suite
Single Balcony Suite
Balcony Room
Single Balcony Cabin
Superior Ocean View
Superior Ocean View
Superior Ocean View
Ocean View (D)
Ocean View (E)
Single Ocean View
Ocean View (F)
Single Ocean View
Superior Interior Room
Single Superior Interior
Interior Cabin (H)
Interior Cabin (I)
Single Interior Room
Little Skippers Club
Beyond our Signature Experiences, there is so much more to enjoy while you are on board with us.
Once on board, you will find a copy of the Daily Times in your cabin every evening. This will tell you all about the activities and events available on the following day. But in the meantime, here is a taste of what you can enjoy...
FUN AND GAMES, QUIZZES AND PUZZLES
To ensure there’s always something stimulating and fun for your time on board, our entertainment team run a fabulous programme of activities every single day.
These include traditional deck games like Quoits, Deck Tennis and Shuffleboard as well as challenging quizzes, Bridge tournaments in our dedicated Card Room and puzzles you can solve with fellow guests.
Or, perhaps join our friendly Book Club, held in an inviting, sociable area, where you can openly and informally debate your thoughts and opinions on best-selling lighter reads, crime thrillers, traditional or contemporary classics with other like-minded guests.
THEATRE, MUSIC AND DANCE
Each of our three beautiful ships has its own Theatre Company, who proudly present live musical shows for our guests.
Our Companies are regularly joined by visiting professional artists and performers, comedians and illusionists to ensure a constantly varying programme.
No cruise experience is complete, of course, without live music and each of our ships has its own house band. We also bring classical musicians, bands, soloists and singers on board to create a wonderful programme of live music, performances and recitals.
For those who love to dance, we hold plenty of classes. Our Dance Hosts are on-hand to accompany the more proficient or teach steps for those keen to learn.