Patria Seaways ferry

MS Patria Seaways ferry is a Ro-Pax passenger vessel operated by the Denmark-based company DFDS SEAWAYS. The ship has a maximum capacity of 260 passengers and 480 cars (or 105 trailers). The vessel was launched in 1992 and currently operates on the Sweden–Lithuania ferry route Karlshamn–Klaipeda (crossing time 13 hours).

Cabins

As a cruise ferry, Patria Seaways has 87 cabins (maximum occupancy up to 4 passengers) with a total of 209 berths. All staterooms are air-conditioned and feature en-suite bathrooms (WC, shower, washbasin). The ship offers Commodore-class, single, double, and quad cabins (no “Pet Cabins”). All cabins are fitted with a wardrobe, seating area (small dining table with chairs), and a mirrored writing desk with chair.

The ferry company provides bed linens, towels, and toiletries. Baby cot beds are available on request at the Reception Desk.

The onboard accommodation options include:

• (2 rooms on Deck 6) Commodore Deluxe Cabin (sizes 18 m2 / 195 ft2 and 26 m2 / 280 ft2) with a double bed, coffee table, mini-bar, mirrored vanity/writing table with chair, flat TV, hairdryer, separate bathroom (WC/shower/washbasin), bedside cabinet, reading lamps, wardrobe, seating area (one round table, two armchairs, three-seat sofa), and a square-shaped, non-opening porthole window.
• (3 rooms on Deck 6) Outside Single Cabin (size 10 m2 / 110 ft2) with a single bed, two-seat sofa, armchair, and a small, square-shaped, non-opening porthole window.
• (6 rooms on Deck 5) 2-bed / Deluxe Outside Double Cabin (size 13 m2 / 140 ft2) with two bunk beds (lower and upper), round table with armchair, desk with chair, and a large, non-opening window.
• (35 rooms on Decks 5–6) 2-bed / Outside Double Cabin (size 10 m2 / 110 ft2) with two bunk beds (lower and upper), two-seat sofa, square table, and a small, square-shaped, non-opening porthole window.
• (5 rooms on Deck 5) 4-bed / Deluxe Outside Quad Cabin (size 16 m2 / 170 ft2) with four bunk beds (two lower plus two upper Pullman beds), round table with two armchairs, desk with chair, and two large, non-opening windows.
• (22 rooms on Decks 5–6) 2-bed / Inside Double Cabin (size 10 m2 / 110 ft2) with two bunk beds (lower and upper), two-seat sofa, square table with chair, and no window.
• (14 rooms on Deck 6) 4-bed / Inside Quad Cabin (size 10 m2 / 110 ft2) with four bunk beds (lower and upper), square table, and no window.

One stateroom is wheelchair-accessible (adapted for disabled passengers). The ship also offers a spacious Reserved Seating Lounge with a total of 51 reclining (aircraft-type) seats available for pre-booking.

All passengers must vacate their staterooms 30 minutes prior to homeport arrival. Passenger registration ends 1 hour prior to ferry departure.

Shipboard facilities, dining, and entertainment

As facilities, the Patria Seaways ship offers:

• A La Carte Restaurant Mare Balticum (capacity 36 seats) offering an à la carte menu with a wide selection of starters, main courses, gourmet desserts, and premium wines. A children’s menu (“Happy Pirate”) is also available.
• Buffet / Self-Service Restaurant (capacity 56 seats) offering hot dishes, cold appetizers, desserts, and soft drinks.
• Kapitono Bar serving beverages, cocktails, coffee, light snacks, and sweets.
• Outdoor Bar (capacity 48 seats) serving drinks, coffee, sweets, fresh fruit, and premium ice cream.
• Both bars are fitted with large TVs (satellite reception) for live sports and music programs.
• Children’s Play Room, an indoor playground designed for kids, fitted with a ball pool, large TV (for cartoons), and kids’ art tables.
• Tax Free Sea Shop, a duty-free boutique/convenience store selling gifts and souvenirs, alcohol (brand spirits and wines), tobacco products, luxury perfumes and cosmetics, jewelry, watches, sunglasses, leather goods, confectionery, fashion clothing and accessories, toys, electronics and gadgets, gourmet sweets, handmade teas and spices. Shopping promotions are offered on each crossing. Payments can be made in cash or by bank cards (VISA, MasterCard, EuroCard). Premium brands onboard include Versace, Elizabeth Arden, Tommy Hilfiger, Moschino, Paco Rabanne, Carolina Herrera, Hugo Boss, Gucci, L’Oreal, DKNY, Givenchy, Dolce & Gabbana, and Face Inc.
• Wi-Fi service and an ATM/cash machine (located next to the Information Desk/Reception on Deck 5).
• Reserved Seating Lounge fitted with comfortable Pullman seats (fully reclining leather armchairs).

The ship’s top deck is the Heli Deck, featuring a helipad (helicopter landing area used in emergencies).

All onboard emergency instructions are displayed in staterooms, on TV screens, and at the ship’s assembly (muster) stations. Life jackets are issued at the assembly stations. In case of emergency, the use of elevators/passenger lifts is prohibited.

Car decks

Below is a list of car deck safety procedures:

• Disabled passengers or those requiring specific assistance should visit the ship’s Information Desk (open 24 hours).
• Apply the handbrake and place the vehicle in park or 1st gear. Switch off the ignition, alarm, electrical equipment, and headlights. Gas cylinders, if any, must be switched off. Lock the vehicle.
• Take only valuables and essential hand baggage from your vehicle.
• Make a note of your vehicle’s location and garage deck number/stairway before leaving the car deck.
• Access to the ship’s vehicle (cargo) decks during the voyage is prohibited.
• Smoking on vehicle decks, as well as in cabins and passenger lounges, is forbidden.
• Wait for the onboard announcement before returning to your vehicle.
• To avoid air pollution, do not start the engine until instructed.

The shipowner DFDS Seaways (fleet, founded in 1866 and headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark) is a Danish shipping company operating passenger and freight ferry services across Northern Europe.