
Leisure Facilities on Ambience
Relax, Refresh and Reconnect at Sea
Welcome to Life on Board
Life on Ambience is about choice — dine, unwind, socialise or simply watch the world drift by.
A voyage aboard Ambience is as much about the journey as the destinations. Days flow easily from poolside relaxation to elegant dinners, lively evenings and quiet moments of reflection.
Whether you’re sailing to the Norwegian Fjords, exploring Northern Europe or chasing the sun in the Canaries, Ambience offers everything you need to unwind — thoughtfully designed spaces, exceptional service, and a distinctly British sense of warmth.
“We loved Ambience — elegant, friendly and beautifully maintained. Everything from the food to the entertainment was first-class.”
– Verified Guest Review, Trustpilot
A Taste of Something Special
DINING & CULINARY EXPERIENCES
Ambience offers an impressive choice of dining venues — from leisurely breakfasts and afternoon teas to gala dinners and exclusive tasting menus. Each restaurant has its own personality and sense of occasion.

The Grill
Restaurant
An authentic steakhouse experience serving premium cuts and grill favourites. Limited-time pop-up, hosted on selected evenings inside Sea & Grass.

Saffron
Restaurant
Saffron is one of Ambience’s speciality restaurants. Enjoy a journey into Indian gastronomy at Saffron, with a handcrafted menu from our Executive Chef, based on the tastes and flavours of India.

Sea & Grass
Restaurant
Sea & Grass is one of Ambience’s specialty restaurants.
Discover a menu handcrafted by our Executive Chef across seven acts that will delight and thrill your taste buds at every turn. This exclusive dining experience has been curated to explore the culinary relationship between fish and meat, or as we like to call it Sea & Grass.

Alfresco Grill
Restaurant
The Alfresco Grill is perfect for when you fancy enjoying a light bite on the open deck, accompanied by the stunning sea horizon.
Sit back and relax on the Lido Deck with a freshly cooked dish from the Alfresco Grill, as nothing whets the appetite quite like sea air and sunshine.

Buckingham Restaurant
Restaurant
Buckingham Restaurant is Ambience’s main restaurant. Serving an exceptionally handcrafted breakfast, lunch and dinner menu, our restaurant team will be delighted for you to join them throughout your day on board.
On gala formal nights Buckingham Restaurant and her hardworking team really come out to shine, pulling out all the stops with exceptional service paired with authentic flavours. There is even the traditional Baked Alaska Parade, which is a sight not to be missed.

Borough Market
Restaurant
Looking for a more casual way to dine? Borough Market is the place to head. With stunning views and a variety of food stalls to tempt your tastebuds, why not join us for a bite?
Discover our food stations
Points East - A taste of Asian fusion cuisines
Sugar Bun - Enjoy a sweet treat at our dessert bar
The Oven - Missing your Sunday Roast? Our galley team are ready with all the trimmings
Grave ‘n’ Grains - Our dedicated vegetarian stall, where you can enjoy freshly made salads and more
Crouton - Enjoy a warming bowl of soup and a fresh bread roll at Crouton
Salt and Vinegar - Another taste of the UK with our dedicate fish and chip station, you can enjoy this Friday night treat any day
Borough Market Bar - Let our Borough Market team bring you the perfect drink to match whatever food takes your fancy!
Restaurant | Style | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
Buckingham Restaurant | Main dining | Elegant main dining with attentive table service and multi-course menus inspired by classic British and international cuisine. Fine dining meets relaxed service in a light, spacious setting. |
Borough Market | Casual buffet | A casual dining hub offering global dishes in a vibrant, relaxed setting. Ideal for light bites or leisurely lunches with friends. |
Alfresco Grill | Outdoor dining | Relaxed outdoor dining with pizzas, burgers, salads and ocean views. Grilled favourites on deck. Casual, fresh and perfect for warm-weather cruising. |
Sea & Grass | £29.95pp* | Fine dining | 7 act tasting menu showcasing highlights of land and sea |
Saffron | £19.95pp* | Indian fusion | Our journey into Indian Gastronomy |
Chef’s Table | £89pp* | Exclusive | 3 hour experience including tour of galley, gifts and menu walk through by our exec chef |
Dining Under the Stars | £29.95* | Fine dining | 7-course menu featuring our house special Surf ‘N’ Turf |
* Supplementary charge applies for select venues
“Food and service were excellent — a wonderful mix of choice and quality, and we always found something new to enjoy.”
– Verified Guest Review, Trustpilot
Exquisite Venues, Endless Atmosphere
LOUNGES & BARS
From morning coffees to nightcaps, Ambience offers the perfect setting for every mood — with beautifully designed bars and lounges across the ship.

Coffee House
Lounges & Bars
No matter the hour, nothing is better than relaxing on the Lido Deck with a coffee or tea and watching the world go by.
Simply sit back and enjoy the view as one of our baristas brews your chosen beverage just the way you like it.

Consulate Bar
Lounges & Bars
Located at the aft of the ship, our Consulate Bar is the perfect place to enjoy sail away with your favourite tipple.

Dicken's
Lounges & Bars
Settle into the comfortable seats at Dicken’s and meet with new friends, as one of our friendly baristas makes your chosen beverage just the way you like it.

The Pool Bar
Lounges & Bars
The Pool Bar is one of the loveliest bars onboard Ambience. Enjoy a specially made cocktail as you sit back and savour the sea view.

SW19
Lounges & Bars
Want to relax with a drink while taking in the buzz of daily ship life? SW19 is the perfect place. Located at the top of the ship’s heart, Centre Court, SW19 is the ideal location to while away a sea day.
With a range of hot and cold drinks, our expert bar team is always on hand to help mix a drink the way you like it.

The Botanical Lounge
Lounges & Bars
Home to our curated gin menu, the ever-elegant Botanical Lounge is the perfect spot for a relaxed drink in comfort and style.
With exclusive drinks including the Thyme to Gin cocktail, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Our expert bar team are always on hand to help mix a drink just to your taste.

Raffles Bar
Lounges & Bars
Raffles Bar will take you back to the halcyon days of the roaring twenties, with decor to make you feel as though you have stepped back in time.
Raffles is the perfect place to enjoy a pre-dinner drink in style. With exclusive drinks including the Mint Berry Delight cocktail and Botanical Fusion cocktail, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Our expert bar team are always on hand to help mix a drink just to your taste.

Purple Turtle
Lounges & Bars
The Purple Turtle Pub brings you the best of British in the middle of our ship in the form of a traditional pub, custom-built to bring you a taste of home during your sailing.

The Observatory
Lounges & Bars
The Observatory is one of our favourite venues. With its ceiling to floor windows, it is the perfect spot to wildlife watch or simply watch the day sail past with a delicious drink in hand. However, at night this venue comes to life, with our DJ on hand to play your favourite songs so you can dance until late!
FEATURED SPACES:
Raffles Bar – Art Deco glamour, perfect for pre-dinner drinks.
The Botanical Lounge – Modern gin and cocktail bar with a lush aesthetic.
The Purple Turtle Pub – British-style comfort and community.
The Observatory – Panoramic lounge for live music and DJ nights.
SW19 – Enjoy a relaxed drink overlooking the buzz of Centre Court.
Dickens Coffee House – Artisan coffee and sweet treats.
Consulate Bar - Aft-deck bar made for sail-away cocktails, sunshine and sea views.
MAKE EVERY SIP SPECIAL
Enhance your time onboard with one of our Ambassador Drinks Packages. From house wines and cocktails to soft drinks and speciality coffees, there’s an option to suit every taste and occasion.
Choose from a range of packages — add to your booking before you sail or onboard.
Balance and Wellbeing at Sea
WELLNESS & FITNESS
Find your perfect pace on Ambience. Whether it’s a morning stretch, a spa treatment or a quiet swim, the ship’s wellness spaces are designed to help you feel your best.

FACILITIES INCLUDED:
Green Sea Spa with sauna and steam room
Green Sea Spa Treatments: offering hair, nails, facials, massages & more*
Small Fitness Centre with weights and cardio equipment
Outdoor Pool & Hot Tubs
Out on Deck: walking track, shuffleboard, table tennis
*Charges apply for select treatments
“The spa was spotless and peaceful — my favourite spot on the ship.”
– Verified Guest Review, Trustpilot
Evenings as Memorable as Your Days
ENTERTAINMENT & ENRICHMENT
Every night brings something new aboard Ambience — from theatre productions to cabaret, quizzes and music that fills the ship with life.
HIGHLIGHTS:
West End-style shows in The Palladium Theatre
Live bands and classical recitals
Enrichment talks and guest lectures
Art classes and craft workshops
Theme nights and dance evenings
SHOPS, LOUNGES & QUIET SPACES
Boutiques: Pandora, Estee Lauder, Jonnie Walker, gifts, jewellery, travel essentials and more
Photo Gallery: capture your favourite cruise memories
Bronte Library & Aces & Eights Card Room: quiet spaces for reading, puzzles, cards or bridge
Wi-Fi: available throughout the ship, check here
PLAN YOUR VOYAGE
Ambience brings together the best of traditional cruising — elegant design, friendly service, and a sense of home at sea.







