AIDAluna deck plans

ms AIDAluna (2009-built, last refurbished in 2019, scheduled for AIDA Evolution refurbishment in October–December 2025) is the third of the SPHINX-class AIDA Cruises ships, along with AIDAbella and AIDAdiva. The shipowner is Costa Cruises (a Carnival Corporation brand), and the liner is operated by the German company AIDA Kreuzfahrten.

The AIDAluna cruise ship deck plan features a total of 1,025 cabins for 2,050 passengers (maximum capacity 2,500), served by 590 crew members. The vessel has 13 decks (11 accessible to passengers, 6 with cabins), 7 restaurants, 11 bars and lounges, 3 swimming pools, 4 Jacuzzis/outdoor hot tubs, and 10 elevators.

Complimentary dining options (included in the AIDAluna cruise fare) include Markt, Weite Welt, Pizzeria Mare, and Bella Vista. Specialty restaurants available for an additional charge (reservation required) are Rossini, Buffalo, and the Sushi Bar. In the three buffet restaurants (Markt, Weite Welt, Bella Vista), wine and beer are complimentary during lunch and dinner.

In addition to the ship’s crew and staff, AIDA passengers are also assisted by Pepper robots—humanoid cyborgs introduced fleetwide in 2016. These robots greet and guide passengers during embarkation and assist them throughout the voyage by providing information and tips about dining, entertainment, enrichment programs (workshops, scheduled events), casino and shopping promotions, and shore excursions. Pepper robots are mobile, speak three languages (English, German, Italian), and can interpret human emotions based on voice tone and facial expressions.

AIDAluna deckplan changes/refurbishments review

The ship’s wetdock refurbishment in 2019 (April 3–16) at Blohm+Voss Shipyard (Hamburg, Germany) resulted in the following deckplan changes:

• A new lounge venue, Almhutte, was introduced—styled like an alpine lodge and offering traditional Alpine cuisine with live music. The expanded restaurant concept includes a gourmet menu with complimentary specialties such as pork knuckle, cheese spaetzle noodles, light snacks, and draft beers. Food and service are complimentary; beverages are available at an extra charge.
• AIDA Shopping World was added through a partnership with the Hamburg-based company Gebr. Heinemann SE & Co. KG (founded in 1879). The retail space spans 400 m² (4,300 ft²) and offers premium brands in an innovative store layout.
• All passenger cabins and several public areas were renovated and modernized. All restaurants, bars, and the SPA complex were refurbished.
• Fujifilm Wonder Photo Shop was introduced, offering an interactive photo experience for guests.

During the 2019 refurbishment, the cruise ship also received technical upgrades to improve shoreside power compatibility, as well as scheduled maintenance on stabilizers and propulsion units (bow and stern thrusters), Navigation Bridge refurbishment, diesel-electric plant upgrades, exhaust system and ballast tank cleaning, and hull coating work.

During the 2014 drydock (April 26–May 5, at Blohm+Voss), maintenance tasks were completed on stabilizers, steering systems, hull, and machinery. A new exhaust scrubber system was installed, and renovations included flooring, staterooms, public areas, carpeting, and deck resurfacing. A face recognition system was implemented at the AIDA Photo Shop, cutting printing chemical and paper consumption by 50%.