Cunard has unveiled the first images of Queen Victoria following a three-week refurbishment at Damen Shiprepair in Rotterdam. The 2,000-guest ship now features an updated Grand Lobby, a redesigned Queens Room and upgraded Grill Suites. It also welcomes a new dining venue, The Pavilion Wellness Café.
The refurbishment preserves Queen Victoria's distinctive character while updating its signature spaces. The refreshed Grand Lobby features regal details and elegant interiors. Meanwhile, the Queens Room draws inspiration from the Royal Palaces and Queen Victoria's jewellery. The venue continues to host afternoon tea and Gala Evenings.
Cunard has also upgraded the Princess and Queens Grill Suites with refined furnishings. The new Grill Suites Lounge features interiors inspired by Queen Victoria's favourite jewels.
The ship also introduces The Pavilion Wellness Café. The new venue serves plant-based dishes alongside sustainably sourced meat, fish and dairy options. It adds another wellness-focused dining choice for guests.
The refurbishment also added eight Britannia staterooms. These include a new premium category, Britannia Deluxe Oceanview, which features floor-to-ceiling windows.
Paul Ludlow, President of Cunard, said: "Queen Victoria has long been loved by our guests for her timeless elegance, distinctive character, and uniquely warm atmosphere."
Queen Victoria will begin a 109-night World Voyage on 10 January 2027. The itinerary includes 32 ports, with calls in Hong Kong, Sydney and Cape Town. It will also make maiden calls to Dakar in Senegal and Durban in South Africa.
The refurbishment marks a new chapter for Queen Victoria. It combines the ship's traditional elegance with refreshed interiors, new dining options and enhanced guest facilities.
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