Seabourn Ovation, a beacon of ultra-luxury cruising, accommodates 600 guests to a sophisticated yet intimate experience. Designed by Adam D. Tihany, this sister ship to Seabourn Encore blends elegant aesthetics with thoughtful amenities, offering exceptional features in its reception areas, dining venues, entertainment options, accommodations, and hospitality services.
Guests can anticipate a refined yet unpretentious journey, with the ship’s intimate size fostering a sense of community. The all-inclusive fare covers dining, drinks, and gratuities, allowing travellers to focus on enjoyment. Activities like trivia, yoga classes, or spa treatments cater to diverse interests, while The Retreat’s private cabanas offer an exclusive hideaway with champagne and spa services. The watersports marina adds adventure, with opportunities for kayaking or sailing.
The Ovation delivers a polished yet approachable atmosphere. From the warm embarkation welcome to the crew’s attentive service, guests feel valued throughout. The ship’s layout, with forward suites and aft public areas, ensures smooth flow, while spaces like Seabourn Square and the Observation Bar encourage connection or quiet reflection. Whether dining alfresco, enjoying a performance, or relaxing in a spacious suite, the experience is one of understated luxury tailored to individual preferences.
Reception Areas: A Hub of Elegance
Seabourn Square, located on Deck 7, serves as the ship’s social heart, combining a European-style coffee bar, library, and concierge services in a relaxed lounge. Guests can enjoy speciality coffees, pastries, or gelato while browsing books or planning excursions at discreet concierge desks. The space’s rich blue tones and comfortable seating create an inviting atmosphere for socialising or quiet relaxation.
Dining: Culinary Excellence for All
The Ovation offers a range of complimentary dining venues designed to suit diverse tastes. The Restaurant on Deck 4, the main dining room, features open seating and serves gourmet dishes with regional influences in an elegant setting with a striking wine tower. The Colonnade on Deck 9 provides casual indoor-outdoor dining with buffet-style breakfasts and lunches, and table-service dinners inspired by chef Thomas Keller. Solis, a Mediterranean-focused restaurant, offers seafood-heavy dishes in a chic atmosphere. The Grill by Thomas Keller delivers a refined American steakhouse experience with dishes like Lobster Thermidor, requiring reservations. Sushi, exclusive to Ovation and Encore, serves fresh Japanese cuisine, while The Patio offers relaxed poolside dining with grilled specialities and pizzas.
Entertainment: Engaging and Varied
Entertainment aboard the Ovation caters to diverse preferences. The Grand Salon on Deck 6 hosts daytime lectures, cooking demonstrations, and films, transforming into a venue for live music, cabaret, and dance performances at night, including the exclusive “An Evening with Tim Rice” show featuring Broadway hits. The Club on Deck 5 offers a lively nightclub with a dancefloor, custom cocktails, and a small casino with blackjack, roulette, and slots. The Observation Bar on Deck 10 provides panoramic views and a serene setting for cocktails, while The Retreat on Deck 12 features a nine-hole putting green and shuffleboard. The watersports marina offers kayaks, pedal boats, and windsurfing boards for outdoor fun.
Accommodation: Spacious and Luxurious
All 300 cabins are suites, with 88% featuring private verandas. Ranging from 251 to 1,306 square feet, suites include living areas, walk-in closets, and fully stocked bars with personalised beverages. Guests enjoy ocean views through large glass doors, complemented by luxurious touches like Molton Brown toiletries, marble bathrooms with separate tubs and showers, and fine cotton linens. Premium suites, such as Wintergarden and Signature Suites, offer additional space, dining areas for up to six, whirlpool bathtubs, and solariums. Eight wheelchair-accessible suites ensure inclusivity, and some suites connect for larger groups.
Hospitality: Attentive and Personalised
With a high staff-to-guest ratio, the Ovation delivers seamless service. Personal Suite Hosts and Attendants welcome guests with champagne and provide tailored care, from arranging in-suite dining to drawing a pampering bath. Complimentary premium spirits, fine wines, and Starlink-powered Wi-Fi enhance the experience, while gratuities are included. The crew’s intuitive approach ensures guest preferences are met, with thoughtful touches like daily newspapers via PressReader and personalised bath products.
