SS Sao Rafael deck 3 plan (Azores-Suites-Lobby-Lounge-Suites)

Forward on Azores Deck is the Bow Terrace (an outdoor area without seating) accessible via the adjacent Vintage Bar & Lounge. The boat's main lounge offers 180-degree views and plenty of comfortable seating. All beverages served here are complimentary, as well as light food, afternoon snacks, brand coffees, alcoholic beverages, and nonalcoholic drinks - all provided free of charge and throughout the day. Lounge's nightly entertainment includes performances by a resident piano player. Daily entertainment options include port talks/briefings (by the Uniworld Cruise Director), cooking classes, food demonstrations, lectures and media presentations, bingo, and trivia games.

Heritage Bistro is a complimentary dining venue that serves bakery-style food. It is one of the ship's three dining options, alongside the Feirtoria Restaurant and the Coffee Station (both are on Cape Verde deck below).

Midship on Deck 3 is the boat's Lobby Hall with the Cruise Director's Office, the Reception Desk (providing 24-hour guest assistance and services), and the Boutique Shop (selling mainly souvenirs, local crafts, and Uniworld-branded merchandise).

Midship and aft are located cruise cabins from 301 to 317, all of which are in suite categories, including 4x midship-located Grand Suites (boat's largest accommodations).

All of SS Sao Gabriel's Suites have French balconies and large living areas. For the first time on the Douro River, Uniworld's Suite passengers enjoy a dedicated butler service offered on other Europe-deployed Uniworld riverboats.

One elevator (forward-midship) interconnects all decks.