Cruise Roma ferry

Cruise Roma ferry is a Ro-Ro passenger vessel operated by the Italy-based company GRIMALDI LINES. The ship has a maximum capacity of 2,874 passengers and 215 cars (or 211 trucks/trailers). Launched in 2008, the vessel currently operates on the Italy-Spain ferry route Civitavecchia (Rome)–Porto Torres (Sardinia)–Barcelona, with a crossing time of 20 hours.

Cabins

As a cruise ferry, Cruise Roma has 479 cabins (including 68 Suites—50 Junior and 18 Owner) with a total of 1,200 berths. All staterooms are air-conditioned, soundproofed, and feature en-suite bathrooms (toilet, shower, washbasin, hairdryer), lower and upper wall-mounted bunk beds, a bedside table or cabinet with stool or chair, mirrored vanity (small writing table with chair or stool), telephone, and wall-mounted reading lights. Bed linens, towels, and toiletries are provided.

Outside cabins include a bay window. Suites additionally feature a TV (satellite reception), mini-bar/refrigerator, double bed, bedside cabinets, 2- or 3-seater sofa, armchairs, and wardrobe.

Two staterooms are wheelchair-accessible, adapted for disabled passengers. Suite guests also enjoy complimentary access to the wellness center (fitness and wet area) and free breakfast (in-cabin on request). The ship also offers 150 reclining seats (aircraft-style) in reserved seating lounges, available for pre-booking.

All passengers must vacate their staterooms 30 minutes prior to homeport arrival.

Shipboard dining and entertainment options

Facilities aboard Cruise Roma include:

• Two main restaurants—A La Carte and Self-Service (Buffet)—both with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows. Menus are designed by Italian chefs and include gluten-free options. Online pre-booking offers up to 50% off onboard prices.
• Three fixed-price dining options: Standard, Business, and Premium menus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• The Premium menu (A La Carte Restaurant only) includes 1 starter, 1 first course, 1 second course, 1 side dish, 1 dessert (or fruit), and 1 drink (0.5 L bottled water, 330 ml beer, 370 ml wine, or a soft drink).
• Standard and Business menus are served at the Buffet Restaurant only.
• Standard menu includes breakfast (hot drink, croissant or sandwiches, juice), lunch/dinner (first course, main course, side, bread, seasonal fruit, drink).
• Business menu includes enhanced options including yogurt and dessert.
• The Snack Bar/Cafeteria (open year-round) offers sandwiches, cakes, pastries, fruit salads, yogurt, ice cream, and drinks.
• Smaila's Club (550-seat Main Lounge) with sofas, armchairs, dance floor, and live music.
• Conference Centre (300 seats) with well-equipped meeting rooms featuring TVs, speaker stands, AV and translation equipment, and technical support.
• Children’s Room with large TV (cartoons), bean bags, small tables and chairs, toys, indoor playhouse, ball pit, and supervised activities.
• Sun Deck with solarium, heated swimming pool (summer only), sun loungers, outdoor seating, and pool bar. The sundeck is wind-protected with transparent glass walls.
• Disco (glass-dome nightclub), Casino (tables and slot machines), Video Games Room, Internet Cafe, and VIP Room for private events.
• Two Reserved Seating Lounges (Economy-Class and Club-Class) with reclining seats and large TVs; two Truck Driver lounges (exclusive restaurant and bar).
• Onboard shopping includes boutiques and a Mini-Market selling discounted alcohol, tobacco, perfumes, cosmetics, jewelry, clothing, watches, accessories, hygiene items, travel essentials, gifts, and souvenirs.
• ATM is located near the Reception Desk. Wi-Fi is available for purchase online or at the Reception. All GRIMALDI ships are Wi-Fi equipped.
• Wellness Center (on sisterships Roma, Barcelona, Europa, Olympia) includes spa reception, saunas, steam room, jacuzzi, massage rooms, solar showers, relaxation area, beauty parlor, gym with Technogym equipment, and an outdoor sundeck area. Access is for adults and teens (14–18) accompanied by adults.

The top deck is a Heli Deck with a helipad for emergencies.

There is ample outdoor deck space. The onboard infirmary offers 24-hour nurse service.

Emergency instructions are displayed in staterooms, on TVs, and at muster stations. Life jackets are provided at muster stations. Elevators are not to be used in emergencies.

GRIMALDI ferry and cruise deals

All Grimaldi ferries offer cabins with modern amenities, en-suite bathrooms, and air-conditioning. Some suites feature private balconies.

Larger ships are occasionally used for Mediterranean mini-cruises, particularly during Christmas and New Year holidays.

• Theme cruises (sports, art, culture, history, music, religion) can be customized by travel agencies and event organizers using the ship’s large event spaces.
• 2-day mini-cruises are available on Rome–Barcelona routes.
• "Ad hoc" religious cruises are organized for pilgrimages to Spain (Barcelona, Sagrada Familia), France (Lourdes), and Carcassonne.
• GRIMALDI FREIGHTER CLUB offers a 5% discount to members with at least 2 crossings.
• Group discounts are available for 20+ passengers (with or without vehicles), including students, religious groups, campers, bands, etc.
• "Nave Più Hotel" packages combine ferry travel with accommodations in Sardinia and Sicily.
• Shuttle bus service between Naples and Civitavecchia (EUR 24 each way, no Sunday service). Tickets available online or onboard. Subject to availability. Naples departure at 4 pm; Civitavecchia at 8:30 pm.

Discounted ferry travel deals:

• 20% discount for early bookings and departures (January–April 30) to Sardinia, Sicily, Spain, Greece.
• 20% discount on Palermo routes (same period).
• 20% discount for bookings departing within 7 days; valid for Sardinia, Spain, Livorno–Palermo.
• 20% discount for seniors (60+), including Inside Cabin with no single supplement (limited availability).
• 20% discount on camper returns from Barcelona to Civitavecchia and Porto Torres.
• 20% return discount on Brindisi-Greece routes (low season), valid both directions.
• 20% return discount for Tunisia and Morocco routes.
• 30% low-season discount on Italy-Greece crossings (combined Grimaldi and Minoan Lines bookings).
• 50% discount for kids aged 2–12; 100% for toddlers under 2. Max 2 kids per cabin. Roundtrip only. Not combinable with "Superfamily and Friends."
• 100% discount for kids under 12 on Sicily routes (roundtrip, subject to availability).
• 100% "SARDI DOC" and "SICILIANI DOC" discounts (free car/motorbike and single cabin) for island residents. Limited and subject to availability.
• 100% discount for cars on Civitavecchia–Sardinia (early bookings through April 30). Can be combined with SARDI DOC.
• 100% return discount on cars/motorbikes from Spain to Italy (not all departures).
• Special rates on Wednesday departures for Civitavecchia–Barcelona (limited availability).
• Special couple rates for Spain routes (same stateroom, limited availability).
• Child discounts offered on all routes connecting Italy with Sardinia, Sicily, Spain, Tunisia, Morocco, and Greece.
• "Superfamily and Friends" discount for 4 people in the same cabin—2 pay full price, 3rd and 4th travel free. Return from Spain to Italy. Combinable with other offers.

Note: Discount fares exclude fixed fees (port charges, taxes).

"Weekend a Bordo" program allows weekend stays in Barcelona (Saturday–Tuesday). "Hotel on board" lets Cruise Roma and Cruise Barcelona serve as hotel ships during Sunday port calls.

• Saturday (midnight): Depart Civitavecchia
• Sunday (8 pm): Arrive Barcelona, free time, overnight onboard
• Monday: Free time, depart Barcelona at 10:15 pm
• Tuesday (7 pm): Arrive Civitavecchia
• All onboard services available during crossings (spa, gym, casino, solarium, pool, entertainment, bars, restaurants)

Honeymoon cruises are also available at affordable prices:

• Packages include Junior Suite, roundtrip ferry cruise (2 passengers + 1 car), wellness center access, one spa treatment per person, restaurant dinner, port fees, in-cabin breakfast, fruits, and sparkling wine.
• Available both outbound and return.
• Prices per couple: EUR 640 (low season), EUR 740 (mid-season), EUR 920 (high season).

Pets on the ship

Pets are allowed on all GRIMALDI ships. Dogs and cats have access to dedicated onboard lodgings. Other animals (rabbits, birds, hamsters, etc.) must be in passenger-provided carriers.

• Pets are not allowed in staterooms, lounges, or indoor public spaces. They are only permitted on outer decks under owner supervision.
• During booking, choose "Pet up to 6 kg" (caged animals) or "Pet over 6 kg" (kennel required, advance booking needed).
• Owners are responsible for feeding, maintaining, and cleaning up after pets. Water is provided by the crew.

Visually impaired passengers may travel with guide dogs at no charge. Guide dogs are allowed in cabins. Assistance dogs are also permitted for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility.

Car decks

GRIMALDI ships transport freight including semi-trailers, trucks (with or without drivers), cars, motorcycles (as freight), caravans, camper vans (without drivers), cargo containers, machinery, boats (on cradles), and industrial goods.

Car deck safety procedures:

• Passengers requiring assistance should visit the 24-hour Information Desk.
• Engage handbrake, shift to park or 1st gear, turn off ignition, alarms, electronics, and gas cylinders. Lock vehicle.
• Take only valuables and essential hand luggage.
• Note your vehicle’s location and garage/stairway number.
• Access to vehicle decks is prohibited during sailing.
• Smoking is prohibited on vehicle decks, in cabins, and in lounges.
• Wait for announcements before returning to your vehicle.

To minimize air pollution, do not start the engine until instructed.

Grimaldi Lines (fleet, founded in 1999, headquartered in Civitavecchia-Rome) is an Italian ferry company operating exclusively on Mediterranean routes connecting mainland Italy with Sardinia, Sicily, Spain, Greece, Morocco, and Tunisia.