Queen Mary Ship Casino
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Queen Mary 2 has 36 features and amenities. See 0 candid traveler photos of the dining, entertainment, bars, fitness, kids areas and more. The Queen Mary's New Year's Eve Past & Present invites revelers to travel back in time and voyage throughout the ships uniquely themed decks and ballrooms for spectacular live music, DJ's, dancers, dueling pianos and more! One of SoCal’s best fireworks displays will light up the night sky off the stern of the ship at midnight. All ships in the Cunard line have casinos (and they’re all called the Empire Casino), but none are as large or grand or as upper-crusty as that of the Empire Casino aboard the Queen Mary 2. This is the casino wherein James Bond could feel comfortable trading clever insults with Ernst Stavro Blofeld across the chemin de fer table.
Is there a casino on board?
Yes, there is a casino on board each Cunard ship.
Location
The Empire casino is situated midships on deck 2 of all Cunard ships
Age Limits
Only those over the age of 18 may use the casino facilities.
Opening Times
The casinos on board will only open when the ship is outside UK territorial waters which is generally 12 miles off shore (approximately 45 minutes after departure*), as long as the cruise has an overseas port such as:
- Cobh - Republic of Ireland
- Dublin - Republic of Ireland
- St Peters Port - Channel Islands
- Foreign country ports
On voyages that do not have overseas ports, i.e an itinerary with only UK territory ports of call (as below) we would be unable to open the casino because we would never be 12 miles outside UK territorial waters.
- Belfast - Northern Ireland
- Douglas - Isle of Man
- Greencastle - Northern Ireland
- Invergordon - Scotland
- Kirkwall - Orkneys
- Leith - Scotland
- Lerwick - Shetland islands
- Liverpool
- Milford Haven - Wales
- Stornoway - Outer Hebrides
Typical sea day hours are as follows:
Port day: (in accordance with the above)
Sea day: Slot machines 10am – close and tables 11am – close
Casinos will close at a time the Casino Manager deems appropriate.
*This can vary by distance and local regulations
Facilities
Most of the casino table games will be offered at from $3 - $25 minimum with the table maximums varying between $100 - $500. The slot machines cover a variety of denominations (including $5, $1, 25c, 5c and penny machines) and games such as reel slots, traditional video pokers and some of the latest developments in video slots.
On Queen Mary 2 there are 9 gaming tables (including Roulette, Blackjack, Three card poker, Heads up Texas Hold'em*) and around 55 slot machines.
On Queen Elizabeth there are 5 gaming tables (including Roulette, Blackjack, Three Card Poker, Fun 21) and 46 slot machines.
On Queen Victoria there are 5 gaming tables (including Roulette, Blackjack, Three Card Poker, Fun 21) and 44 slot machines.
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Gaming lessons are generally available during the day.
*Please note this is not the regular Texas Hold'em table
Payment Options
Cash is accepted however no longer necessary in all Empire casinos. You can insert cash (notes) directly into any slot machine or use cash to purchase chips at any of the gaming tables.
If you prefer not to carry cash - all of our slots are now equipped with the state of the art slot master system allowing you to purchase credits and cash out you winnings directly to your cruise card. You can also purchase chips at the gaming tables using your cruise card by simply handing it to the dealer.
Please note a credit card must be registered at check in or the front desk to use this service.
On board spending money may not be used for purchases relating to the casino.
Slot Machines
All Empire Casinos operate 'coinless' slot machines. To play you simply insert your cruise card or cash (notes). For more information please visit the Empire Casino on board.
Unused Casino Chips
Unused casino chips must be cashed in on board. If you accidentally forget to do this and take them home then please send them recorded delivery to:
Customer Services
Cunard Line
Carnival House
100 Harbour Parade
Southampton
SO15 1ST
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Please note, once received, we will carry out investigations to ensure legitimacy with a view to refunding the value to you. This may take some time, therefore it is preferable to cash in any unused chips before disembarking.
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Grand Duplex Suite
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 4 |
| Staterooms number: | 2 |
| Cabin size: | 1600 ft2 / 149 m2 |
| Balcony size: | 645 ft2 / 60 m2 |
| Location (on decks): | (2-level accommodation) aft on decks 9, 10 |
| Type (categories): | (Q1) Grand Duplex Suite |
QM2's Grand Duplex Suites are named 'Balmoral Suite' (9078, portside) and 'Sandringham Suite' (9069, starboard).
Duplex Suite
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 4 |
| Staterooms number: | 3 |
| Cabin size: | Holyrood (1345 ft2 / 125 m2), Buckingham-Windsor (1290 ft2 / 120 m2) |
| Balcony size: | Holyrood (220 ft2 / 20 m2), Buckingham-Windsor (180 ft2 / 17 m2) |
| Location (on decks): | (2-level accommodation) aft on decks 9, 10 |
| Type (categories): | (Q2) Duplex Apartment Suite |
QM2's Duplex Suites are named 'Windsor Suite' (9080), 'Holyrood Suite' (9082), and 'Buckingham Suite' (9071).
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Royal Suite
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 4 |
| Staterooms number: | 2 |
| Cabin size: | 800 ft2 / 75 m2 |
| Balcony size: | none |
| Location (on decks): | forward on deck 10 |
| Type (categories): | (Q3) Royal Suites / named 'Queen Anne Suite' (10002, portside), and 'Queen Victoria Suite' (10001, starboard) |
Penthouse Suite
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 4 |
| Staterooms number: | 6 |
| Cabin size: | 580 ft2 / 54 m2 |
| Balcony size: | 175 ft2 / 16 m2 |
| Location (on decks): | aft on decks 9, 10 |
| Type (categories): | (Q4) Penthouse Suite / Grand Suite |
Queen Suite
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 2 (Q6, Q7), 4 (Q5) |
| Staterooms number: | 81 |
| Cabin size: | 390 ft2 / 36 m2 |
| Balcony size: | 125 ft2 / 12 m2 |
| Location (on decks): | 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Type (categories): | (Q5, Q6, Q7) Queens Suites / Mini Suites |
Princess Suite
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 3 |
| Staterooms number: | 76 |
| Cabin size: | 290 ft2 / 27 m2 |
| Balcony size: | 100 ft2 / 9 m2 |
| Location (on decks): | 10 |
| Type (categories): | (P1, P2) Princess Suites |
Britannia Club Balcony Cabin
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 3 |
| Staterooms number: | 76 |
| Cabin size: | 250 ft2 / 23 m2 |
| Balcony size: | 80 ft2 / 8 m2 |
| Location (on decks): | forward on decks 12, 13 |
| Type (categories): | (A1, A2) Britannia Club Balcony cabins |
Britannia Balcony Cabin
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 3 |
| Staterooms number: | 737 |
| Cabin size: | 270 ft2 / 25 m2 |
| Balcony size: | 80 ft2 / 8 m2 |
| Location (on decks): | 4, 5, 6, 8, 11, 12 |
| Type (categories): | (DB-DC-DF-Obstructed, BV-BY-BZ-Sheltered, BB-BC-BF-Premium) Balcony cabins |
Britannia Oceanview Cabin
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 3 |
| Staterooms number: | 62 |
| Cabin size: | 180-200 ft2 / 17-19 m2 |
| Balcony size: | none |
| Location (on decks): | 4, 5, 6 |
| Type (categories): | (EF) Oceanview / Outside cabin |
Atrium View Inside Cabin
Layout (floor plan)
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| Max passengers: | 2 |
| Staterooms number: | 12 |
| Cabin size: | 160 ft2 / 15 m2 |
| Balcony size: | none |
| Location (on decks): | midship on decks 5, 6 |
| Type (categories): | (HB) Atrium View Britannia Inside cabin |
Britannia Inside Cabin
Layout (floor plan)
| Max passengers: | 4 |
| Staterooms number: | 286 |
| Cabin size: | 155 ft2 / 14 m2 |
| Balcony size: | none |
| Location (on decks): | 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 |
| Type (categories): | (IA, IB, IC, IE, IF) Inside / Interior cabins |
Studio Single Cabins
Layout (floor plan)
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| Max passengers: | 1 |
| Staterooms number: | 15 |
| Cabin size: | 140 ft2 / 13 m2 |
| Balcony size: | none |
| Location (on decks): | midship-portside on decks 2 (KB), 3L (KC) |
| Type (categories): | (KB, KC) Outside / Oceanview Single cabin layout |
Queen Mary 2 cabins review
Of all RMS Queen Mary 2 cabins, 14% are Suites, 60% Balcony rooms, 5% are Oceanview and 21% are Interior staterooms. Wheelchair-accessible are 26. The number of connecting cabins is 479. The number of all cabin categories is 23.
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Follows the review of Cunard Queen Mary 2 staterooms as furniture, amenities and Included (complimentary) services:
- All Queen Mary 2 staterooms and Suites have king beds (convertible to 2 twin beds), interactive flat TV (satellite television), direct dial phone, safe, refrigerator, hairdryer, bathrobes/slippers, pillow chocolate, fruits (upon request), 24-hour room service, nightly turn-down service, newspaper (daily), power sockets (3-pin/220V, and 2-pin/110V).
- The list of perks for guests in all grades QM2 Suites includes: Grill-guests only/exclusive venues (restaurant, lounge /concierge served, sun deck area /sun terrace), 24-hour butler service, priority services (check-in, luggage delivery, debarkation, tendering), shoeshine, en-suite dining (with Afternoon Tea /Canapes), welcome gifts (fruits, flowers, Champagne), complimentary mini-bar, luxury bedding sets, pillow menu, stationery, luxury bath products, DVD player, board games, PC gaming console.
- Grand Duplex Suites (Q1) and Duplex/Apartment Suites (Q2) have veranda downstairs, master bedroom (on upper level, king bed /convertible), 2 marble bathrooms (separate whirlpool bathtub/shower), guest bathroom (shower), gym area (with exercise equipment), living room (on lower level, dining area, double sofa, table, bar), dressing room (walk-in closet), powder room. Among the best-rated cruise ship suites, the QM2 ship’s uniquely-designed duplex suites Balmoral and Sandringham are 2-story accommodations featuring a curved design with a sweeping staircase leading up to the second floor's bedrooms. Each Grand Duplex also has 2 bathrooms with a whirlpool tub and a separate shower; plus a full guest bathroom. The square footage of the suites’ living (indoor) space is 2250 (nearly 2010 m2). The terrace is also unique for it is visible from all decks below (including from the Lido Deck pool area’s aft section). On Transatlantic crossings, QM2 Grand Duplex Suite cruise fares start at USD 2600 PP – per night!
- Royal Suites lack the private balcony, but feature bow ship views, master bedroom (king bed /convertible), dining area, living area (double sofa, table, bar), dressing room (walk-in closet), powder room, master bathroom (whirlpool bathtub, shower), guest bathroom ((shower).
- Penthouse Suites have a master bedroom (king bed /convertible), living area (sofa, table, bar), dressing room, powder room, master bathroom (whirlpool bathtub, shower).
- Princess Suites and Queen Suites have a convertible king bed, large living area (sofa, table, bar), dressing room, bathroom (whirlpool bathtub, shower).
- Britannia Balcony rooms have a sitting area (sofa, table), bathroom (shower). Categories DB, DC, and DF are cabins with obstructed view (due to lifeboats).
- Britannia Oceanview rooms have one Picture Window.
- Among Britannia Inside staterooms grades, category HB is Atrium View cabins. Some interior rooms additionally have upper/bunk beds (Pullman) for 3rd/4th person.
- The new single occupancy cabins are in Oceanview categories KB (deck 2) and KC (deck 3). These staterooms are with a portside location, the ship’s cheapest (as booking rates) and designed specifically for solo travelers. Each cabin features a twin bed, small lounge area, wardrobe (2-door, with 3 drawers), en-suite bathroom (WC/shower).
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