MSC Cruises UK  Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

3.9

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Looking at 11,926 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Travelers frequently praise the exceptionally friendly and highly attentive crew, noting that cabins are always kept spotless and the general onboard service feels truly personal. Guests also thoroughly appreciate the wonderful daily entertainment options, stunning modern ships, and exciting itineraries visiting gorgeous and memorable international destinations. However, some people mentioned frustrating issues with long queues at busy buffet stations and occasional crowding in public areas around the ship. Some reviewers were not happy with the inconsistent food quality in certain dining rooms and experienced rather slow disembarkation processes upon arrival.

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Service

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Quality

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very enjoyable cruise on the MSC Virtuosa. Good itinerary visiting Iceland and Norway. Good food and excellent shows. The ship is immaculately clean. On the negative side there is a lack of bars and... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We choose the cruise based upon the itinerary, the experience was mixed with generally good food and pleasent staff. MSC pushes the extras which can add-up during the voyage. I would recommend having... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Easy to start your holiday within 1 hour of arrival at cruise terminal Staff friendly , cabin always clean, ship clean, food good, but be warned not a great variety for vegans. Entertainment on the... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The destinations and the staff. Food quality could be improved, particularly gluten free provision. Would be good to see itemised receipts within the app for on board purchases. Would be good to se... See more

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  1. Cruise Line Company
  2. Cruise Agency
  3. Cruise Terminal
  4. Cruise Travel Agency
  5. Resort
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MSC Cruises, offers unforgettable holiday experiences, visiting breathtaking destinations, and providing the finest hospitality and entertainment. We sail year-round in the Mediterranean and Caribbean, offering convenient fly & cruise packages with established airlines. Our sensational itineraries also include the Emirates, North and South America, South Africa, Asia and Northern Europe cruises from Southampton. At MSC Cruises, our purpose is to provide our guests with memorable experiences, whilst honouring the ocean we sail and the places we visit.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great value for money

Great value for money, excellent food variety and quality, friendly and efficient staff and quality of entertainment.

June 22, 2026
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Thank you for your positive feedback. We’re delighted that you enjoyed your time on board and appreciate you sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you back on another MSC cruise soon.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

The Worst MSC Ship

Staff very slow
Entertainment below average
Food below average

June 26, 2026
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We’re very sorry to hear that your recent cruise didn’t meet your expectations. Your feedback is important to us, and we’ll take your comments onboard as we continue working to enhance the experience for all our guests.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Buttons at sea

Not like past experience on MSC
Unorganised impersonal who wants s to keep checking an app

June 22, 2026
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We’re very sorry to hear that your recent cruise didn’t meet your expectations. Your feedback is important to us, and we’ll take your comments onboard as we continue working to enhance the experience for all our guests.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Tried MSC yacht club and its fantastic

Tried MSC yacht club and its fantastic
Apart from drinks and internet you also have a bar/lounge area plus restaurant. The top deck area has food and drink with a pool and hot tub. A butler to take you to shows and boarding/disembarking
Staff have more time per person

June 6, 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with MSC Cruises. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back on board soon.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

In our opinion, it would not be impossible make the experience much better. We are sorry to say that the onboard…

We are sorry to say that the onboard experiences and entertainment on MSC Virtuosa seemed to be obviously aimed at being less intellectual, compared with other cruise lines we have experienced. The actual essential cooking detail standards were below par. The choices for true healthy eating does not seem to have been given enough consideration. The ship itself was fine and well run, as were most staff.

June 21, 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We appreciate you taking the time to let us know about your experience. It’s disappointing to hear we fell short of expectations, and your comments will be reviewed carefully to ensure we continue to enhance our service.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
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Thank you for your positive feedback. We’re delighted that you enjoyed your time on board and appreciate you sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you back on another MSC cruise soon.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

All said in the msc survey

All said in the msc survey

June 21, 2026
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It’s lovely to hear that you enjoyed your cruise with us. Thank you for choosing MSC Cruises and for sharing your kind feedback. We hope to see you on board again soon.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Overall good value for money and the…

Overall good value for money and the itinerary was good expect for one stop.

June 21, 2026
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Thank you for your positive feedback. We’re delighted that you enjoyed your time on board and appreciate you sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you back on another MSC cruise soon.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

value for money

value for money
service

June 21, 2026
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It’s lovely to hear that you enjoyed your cruise with us. Thank you for choosing MSC Cruises and for sharing your kind feedback. We hope to see you on board again soon.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Groves option of the MSC cruise to Iceland and the Fjords

Had a great time ship splendid staff first class excellent experience.

June 21, 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

Thank you for your positive feedback. We’re delighted that you enjoyed your time on board and appreciate you sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you back on another MSC cruise soon.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

MSC standards have slipped

MSC standards have slipped. Being a Diamond member of the MSC Voyagers Club and being told by a senior manager that it means nothing. That they can’t actually meet what is stated as the benefits of their own Diamond Membership Voyagers Club Loyalty programme. If they cannot meet this why put it out like they are honouring our return custom. The general attitude of many staff towards guest was one of inconvenience, not to the standards of previous MSC Cruise. I could not tell you who the Cruise Director was. Never saw them at all in 7 days on the ship.

June 20, 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We appreciate you taking the time to let us know about your experience. It’s disappointing to hear we fell short of expectations, and your comments will be reviewed carefully to ensure we continue to enhance our service.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

MSC a great experience

Been on before, and would go again, staff so friendly, helpful, food good, ships very good.

June 21, 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with MSC Cruises. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back on board soon.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Our second time on the MSC Yatch club

Our second time on the MSC, the yatch clubs.
In general, it was a great time for us with a couple of firends. There were a couple of things we found a bit unusual.
First, when asking our butler about a piece of plaster, he said they dont keep it. I just wonder how they treat their chefs if they have a cut?
Then there was a live football match that we expected to watch on board, but again MSC did not get the access through any of their TV displays.
They did not either allow us to try the chargeable wine before buying it.
We have been most of the cruise lines, but found it very 'different' on the MSC yatch club. We were on the MSC Grandiosa this time.
We did enjoy and appreciate some priority services, especially when the ship arrives the ports and at the end of our excursions/returns to the ship. My firends are very happy with their butler as they got escorted through the baggage hall and the exit at the disembarkation port. Never mind! I did not get it with our butler!
We will consider more 'carefully' and hope to cruise with the MSC again!

May 6, 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We appreciate you taking the time to let us know about your experience. It’s disappointing to hear we fell short of expectations, and your comments will be reviewed carefully to ensure we continue to enhance our service.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What a great team who care about your…

What a great team who care about your experience and holiday.

June 19, 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

Thank you for your positive feedback. We’re delighted that you enjoyed your time on board and appreciate you sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you back on another MSC cruise soon.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Already explained

June 21, 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

It’s lovely to hear that you enjoyed your cruise with us. Thank you for choosing MSC Cruises and for sharing your kind feedback. We hope to see you on board again soon.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great in the yacht club lounge!

Great in the yacht club lounge!

June 21, 2026
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It’s wonderful to know you had such an enjoyable time on board. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We hope to see you again soon.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Third time on Virtuosa

Third time on Virtuosa
Knew what to expect

June 6, 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

Thank you for your positive feedback. We’re delighted that you enjoyed your time on board and appreciate you sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you back on another MSC cruise soon.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best cruise I have ever had so far

Best cruise I have ever had so far. Perfect.

June 21, 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with MSC Cruises. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back on board soon.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

MSC virtuosa

Good ship an excellent vibe on board they could do with more chairs in certain areas but great itineraries if you really wanna get into cruising a good value for money?

June 21, 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

Thank you for your positive feedback. We’re delighted that you enjoyed your time on board and appreciate you sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you back on another MSC cruise soon.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

wonderful cruise ship

wonderful cruise ship, excellent location, wonderful rooms, comfort, delicious food. wonderful entertainment. excellent price.

June 6, 2026
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Reply from MSC Cruises UK

Thank you for your positive feedback. We’re delighted that you enjoyed your time on board and appreciate you sharing your experience. We hope to welcome you back on another MSC cruise soon.

With thanks, MSC Cruises

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