MSC Poesia deck 13 plan (Foscolo-Spa-Lido-Pools-Yacht Club2)

Deck layout and review

Review of MSC Poesia deck 13 (Foscolo-Spa-Lido-Pools-Yacht Club2)

MSC cruise ship spa (Magnifica-Musica-Orchestra-Poesia)

MSC Poesia Aurea Spa & Fitness (size 12486 ft2 / 1160 m2 spa & gym complex, with Beauty Salon, Solarium, Steam Room, Sauna, Relaxation Room, Thalassotherapy hot tubs, Treatment Rooms, Tanning Showers, 2 Whirlpools; Spa opens 8 am - 8 pm, Gym opens 6 am - 10 pm/complimentary, with Aerobics Room for classes), served by the MSC Aurea Spa Bar (16 seats, hot-cold drinks, fresh juices, cocktails)

MSC Yacht Club Top Sail Lounge is part of the exclusive MSC Yacht Club “ship-within-a-ship” concept introduced to the vessel with the 2026 refurbishment. It is a private bar and lounge area reserved for Yacht Club guests only, located at the forward end of the Yacht Club section with panoramic views over the bow of the ship. The lounge is accessible throughout the day and evening to those staying in Yacht Club suites and features a complimentary bar with premium beverages available all day, light gourmet finger food, and scheduled hosted events such as High Tea and welcome cocktails; live music is presented most evenings in this space. The Top Sail Lounge functions as a dedicated social and relaxation venue for Yacht Club passengers, distinct from the ship’s public bars and lounges, and it complements other Yacht Club facilities such as the private restaurant and sundeck. Access to the Top Sail Lounge and the rest of the MSC Yacht Club amenities is included in the Yacht Club fare along with services like 24-hour butler and concierge support and priority check-in and embarkation.

MSC Yacht Club Concierge is an integral part of the Yacht Club “ship-within-a-ship” concept providing tailored guest support throughout the cruise. This dedicated concierge team is available 24 hours to assist Yacht Club guests with a range of arrangements and requests, including securing reservations for speciality restaurants and spa treatments, arranging private shore excursions and onboard shopping, booking entertainment or special services, and providing information or assistance for daily needs; they also facilitate priority reservations such as front-row seating for shows or priority scheduling where possible. The concierge works in conjunction with the 24-hour butler service, responding to individual requests to enhance convenience and personalise the cruise experience for each Yacht Club guest, and operates from the Yacht Club reception area that serves as the central service point for suite guests within this exclusive enclave.

Coral Bay Pool (outdoor saltwater pool with 2 Whirlpools, tennis tables; open 7 am - 7 pm), served by the Pirana Bar (al fresco poolside bar)

Cayo Levantado Pool (the smaller saltwater outdoor pool with a sliding glass roof and 2 Whirlpools)), served by the Mojito Bar (ice cream and smoothies)

Outdoor LED Movie Screen (location by the Coral Bay pool)

Villa Pompeiana Restaurant (capacity 472 seats Lido buffet self-service restaurant and Pizzeria, with different food sections; open for early breakfast 6:30-7 am, breakfast 7-10 am, lunch 12-2:30 pm (grill and pizza open till 4 pm), Afternoon Tea 4-5 pm) and Dinner (6:45-8:45 pm) is the ship’s main buffet and self-service dining venue positioned aft. It operates throughout the day offering a wide range of food stations and casual dining options for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks, typically including breakfast items such as eggs, fruit, cereals and breads, a variety of lunch dishes including salads, pasta, carved meats, fish, burgers, hot dogs, fries, sandwiches, pizza and desserts, and extended service into the afternoon and late-night hours; the buffet includes a grill section and pizzeria area that stays open into the afternoon and evening, and drinks such as tea, coffee and water are generally available around the clock. Villa Pompeiana is complementary and serves as the ship’s primary informal eatery for passengers seeking flexible meal times and a wide selection of self-service food choices.

Onboard Pizzeria (within Villa Pompeiana buffet; open 7-10:30 pm /a la carte menu)

Butcher's Cut is a specialty American-style steakhouse restaurant newly added during the ship’s refurbishment and situated on Deck 13 as part of an expanded dining offering alongside venues like a reimagined Kaito Sushi Bar. It is a sit-down specialty dining venue distinct from the ship’s main restaurants and buffet, where guests can reserve a table for an additional charge and choose from a menu focused on premium cuts of meat, aged steaks and classic steakhouse-style dishes paired with wines and cocktails; the menu typically features items such as various cuts of steak, surf-and-turf options, starters and desserts, often in a three-course format. Butcher’s Cut on MSC Poesia follows the same concept found on other MSC ships and is designed to appeal to passengers seeking a specialty dining experience centered on grilled and roasted meat dishes in an indoor restaurant setting; reservations are recommended through the MSC for Me app or onboard.