Stena Embla ferry

MS Stena Embla ferry is a Ro-Pax passenger vessel operated by the Sweden-based company STENA LINE. The ship has a max capacity of 1000 passengers, 120 cars, and 210 freight vehicles (lorries). The vessel was launched in 2020 and, since 2021, operates on the Ireland-France ferry route Rosslare-Cherbourg (crossing time 17 hours) with three weekly sailings.

Originally, the ship was planned for deployment on the Ireland-UK (England) route Belfast-Liverpool/Birkenhead.

Cabins

As a cruise ferry, Stena Embla has 175 cabins. All staterooms are air-conditioned and feature en-suite bathrooms. All passenger cabins (inside and outside) have a max capacity of four people. The ferry company provides bed linens, towels, and toiletries. Some staterooms are wheelchair-accessible (adapted for passengers with disabilities). The ship also offers "pet-friendly" cabins. All cabins are equipped with luxury DUX beds and mattresses, Hansgrohe bathroom fittings (faucets and showerheads), phones, TVs (satellite reception), a desk (mirrored vanity table with chair), and an open wardrobe.

For reserved seating, passengers can upgrade to the Stena Plus Lounge. Reserved seating packages include airline-style seats (fully reclining leather armchairs), complimentary hot and cold beverages (coffee, specialty teas, soft drinks, wine by the glass), snacks, newspapers, and magazines.

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

Shipboard dining and entertainment options

Onboard facilities on Stena Embla include:

• Metropolitan Restaurant (a la carte formal dining venue offering gourmet Mediterranean cuisine, an extensive wine list, drinks, and children's menus)
• Taste Restaurant (self-service buffet with hot and cold meals and kids' menus)
• Barista Coffee Bar (patisserie/specialty coffee venue offering sandwiches, cakes, pastries, fruit salads, yogurt, ice cream, and hot/cold drinks)
• Taste Wine Bar, Riva Bar, Sundeck Bar (weather permitting)
• C-View Bar Lounge (panoramic views)
• Truckers Lounge (exclusive bar lounge and restaurant for truck drivers)
• Children's Room (indoor soft-play area with large TV for cartoons, toys, games, and supervised activities)
• Teen Town (video game room with arcade machines)
• Stena Shopping Center (retail shop offering gifts, souvenirs, spirits, wines, tobacco products, perfumes, cosmetics, skincare products, leather goods, toys, confectionery, fashion items, electronics, watches, sunglasses, jewelry, and travel essentials; promotions often offer up to 50% discounts)
• Internet Room, News Room (magazine lounge), Bureau de Change
• Media Room (conference/meeting facility)
• Casino (gaming tables and slot machines)
• Cinema (tickets available at the Reception / Guest Services Desk)
• Sun Deck (wooden-deck outdoor relaxation area served by its own bar)
• Smoking Area
• Kennels
• Free Wi-Fi service, ATM/cash machine (located next to the Information Desk / Reception)
• Midship on the top deck (Heli Deck) there is a helipad used for emergency helicopter landings
• All bars and lounges are fitted with large TVs and comfortable seating

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.

STENA ferry deals

Below is a list of discounts and special offers provided by Stena Line (direct bookings only).

• On the routes Holland-UK (Hook of Holland-Harwich, day voyages only), Denmark-Norway (Frederikshavn-Oslo, Monday to Friday only), Denmark-Sweden (Grenaa-Varberg), and Germany-Sweden (Rugen Island / Sassnitz-Trelleborg and Rostock-Trelleborg), passengers can ferry caravans free of charge. This discount applies to car-plus-caravan fares and cannot be combined with other offers.
• Motorhomes can be transported between the UK and Holland at car rates (day voyages only).
• STENA's train-and-ferry deals offer discounted train travel to London (subject to availability). STENA issues e-tickets (not separate train tickets), and the passenger’s printed e-ticket serves as a train ticket. Dutch Railways tickets (to/from the port) are not included. These e-tickets are not valid on private UK rail carriers. Intercity Direct and ICE trains require an additional fee.
• Special meals (vegan, vegetarian, kosher, halal, gluten-free, or lactose-free) can be pre-ordered on the UK-Holland route Harwich-Hook of Holland. All ingredients are verified by their manufacturers. Vegetarian meals may include dairy and eggs. Halal meals do not contain pork (or by-products) or alcohol. Orders must be placed at least 48 hours prior to departure (via email during booking or by calling +31 (0)174 - 315 811).
• In 2013, the ships Britannica and Hollandica were each equipped with two electric car charging points (3.7 kW 16A, Euro standard Type 2). These cannot be pre-booked. Charging is free and takes 4-6 hours. Only these ships have currency exchange machines (ATM by GWK Travelex) located in the lobby (Deck 9, opposite Reception).
• Only ships on the Denmark-Norway route (Frederikshavn-Oslo) offer paid power connections for caravan fridges and freezers.
• Hand luggage restrictions per person (in public areas) are max dimensions of 60x50x40 cm and up to 12 kg. Foot passengers may bring two additional items (up to 20 kg), checked in on day voyages (unless a cabin is booked). Car passengers must leave luggage in their vehicles, as car decks are closed during the voyage. Excess baggage may incur charges.
• All STENA ships allow LPG-fueled vehicles ("liquefied petroleum gas").
• The company does not allow travel for women who are 36 weeks pregnant, or 34 weeks in the case of multiple pregnancies.
• Passengers with reduced mobility receive assistance before departure and onboard. They must notify the company at least 48 hours in advance (via email or by calling +31 (0)174-315811). Wheelchair users must arrive at least two hours before departure and proceed to check-in.
• Bicycles can be transported (for a fee) on all STENA ships and routes.
• Tickets with open return dates are not offered. However, "open tickets" with a temporary return date can be modified later.

STENA LINE's fares are categorized as "Economy", "Flexi", and "Premium". ECONOMY fares are the lowest-priced but include amendment fees and are non-refundable for cancellations. FLEXI fares allow changes at no cost, with passengers paying only any fare difference and having the option of a full refund upon cancellation. PREMIUM fares (route-dependent) include added benefits such as express boarding/disembarkation, Stena Plus Lounge access, and included breakfast. PREMIUM fares are not available on the routes Sassnitz / Rostock-Trelleborg, Grenaa-Varberg, Nynashamn-Ventspils (Latvia), and Travemunde-Liepaja (Latvia). On the Hook of Holland-Harwich route, PREMIUM fares include Stena Plus Lounge seating and breakfast (on night sailings only).

Pets on the ship

Pets (dogs, cats, and ferrets) can be transported on all STENA ships, but requirements vary by route (destination).

• Pets are not allowed in passenger cabins unless the stateroom is designated "pet-friendly" (typically a 2-bed dog-friendly cabin).
• All ships provide a dog toilet.
• Dogs must be leashed and muzzled at all times and must not be left unattended.
• Guide dogs travel free of charge and are allowed on all passenger decks and in the owner’s cabin (must wear a harness or jacket).

On STENA ferries serving Scandinavian routes (to Sweden, Norway, Latvia), valid EU pet passports are required, including details of identity and vaccinations. Pets must have an approved microchip (or tattoo) and a valid rabies vaccination. Pets traveling to Norway must also be treated for tapeworm. Passengers with pets must arrive at least one hour prior to departure.

On STENA ferries to England and Ireland, passengers traveling with pets must arrive at least two hours before departure. For all other routes, arrival should be 1-1.5 hours prior. All animals must comply with the UK Pet Travel Scheme and be at least 15 weeks old. EU pet passports and microchips are required. Car passengers may travel with up to five pets per vehicle (identified with a colored hanger on the rear-view mirror for customs clearance). Pets must remain in the vehicle at all times. Foot passengers may also travel with up to five pets but must pre-book onboard kennels. Children traveling with animals must be at least 16 years old. For groups of six or more animals, the minimum age is six months.

All STENA ships have onboard kennels: 7 large (100x97x94 cm), 2 medium (100x64x108 cm), and 16 small (100x65x50 cm). All cabins provide TV monitoring of the kennels. Visiting pets during the voyage is recommended.

Car decks

Below is a list of safety procedures for vehicle (car) decks:

• Passengers requiring 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 must also be turned off. Lock the vehicle.
• Take only valuables and essential hand baggage with you.
• Note your vehicle's location, deck number, and stairway before leaving the car deck.
• Access to vehicle (cargo) decks during the voyage is prohibited.
• Smoking is prohibited on vehicle decks, as well as in cabins and passenger lounges.
• Wait for onboard announcements before returning to your vehicle.
• To avoid air pollution, do not start the engine until instructed.

The shipowner Stena Line (fleet, founded in 1962 and headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden) is one of the world's largest ferry companies, providing freight and passenger services across Northern Europe, connecting the UK, Ireland, Denmark, Germany, Latvia, Holland, Norway, Sweden, and Poland.