World’s Only Ocean Liner Is Getting Remodeled in Early 2027

Queen Mary 2, the world’s only ocean liner, is going into dry dock next spring to receive a major renovation.

The ship’s renovation will introduce new Grill Suites, an elevated wellness offering, enhanced retail spaces, and carefully refreshed guest areas, while preserving the ship’s distinctive Art Deco identity and her place as the icon of Transatlantic glamour.

Queen Mary 2 will enter dry dock on March 31, 2027, and will return to service on May 9, 2027.

During the renovation, 31 new cabins will be added to the ship. This includes 16 new Cunard Princess Grill Suites and 15 staterooms in the Britannia category.

The new suites and staterooms opened for bookings this past spring for cruises departing from May 2027.

All existing Grill Suites will be refreshed with newly designed bathrooms and new interiors.

The Queens Grill and Princess Grill restaurants will also be refreshed to ensure they continue to offer the same exceptional sense of space, comfort, and exclusivity.

The kennels on Queen Mary 2 will be enhanced and will have an increase in capacity. The owner’s lounge will also get refurbished with an expanded outdoor walking area for guests and their pets.

The ship’s world-class cultural and entertainment offerings will also be refreshed. Illuminations, the largest planetarium at sea, will receive a major digital upgrade, delivering more immersive, state-of-the-art experiences beneath its dome.

Katie McAlister, President of Cunard, gave the following statement:

“Queen Mary 2 is more than a ship, she is an icon of modern luxury travel and the only true ocean liner in the world. This is a significant investment in Queen Mary 2, and every decision has been approached with deep respect for her heritage, her character and the sense of occasion that only Queen Mary 2 can offer. We are not reinventing what guests love about her; we are refining it beautifully and ensuring she carries it forward.”

The refurbishment follows a landmark year for Queen Mary 2, when she took center stage in New York Harbor for Sail 4th 250, the centerpiece of the United States’ 250th Independence Day celebrations.

Queen Mary 2 is the flagship of Cunard’s fleet and the only ship in the world that regularly offers Transatlantic crossings between New York and Southampton.