S.S. Beatrice
S.S. Beatrice: Uniworld's Super Ship hits all the right notes
Snapshot
Uniworld River Cruises calls S.S. Beatrice a Super Ship, the first of its vessels to be converted into a signature class of its own, featuring modern technology and features such as a grand central staircase made of nickel and black iron. Formerly sailing as River Beatrice, the ship was completely revamped in 2018 and now features a fresh, sleek look with a graceful bow, redesigned lounge, and twice the number of dining and bar options, though you won't find a pool or mini-cinema.
The 152-passenger vessel features yacht-style light wood with blue and white finishes throughout, a renovated lobby featuring elegant mirrors, marble floors and a white Murano chandelier with blue shades. The ship’s redesigned lounge features sofas and chairs with handmade upholstery, a parquet floor and upholstered ceiling panels, solar shades and new USB ports allowing passengers to charge on the go. Artwork throughout the ship includes pieces from Pablo Picasso, Alexander Calder and Pino Signoretto.
Where S.S. Beatrice sails
Uniworld's S.S. Beatrice will take you to the grand capitals of Europe. Cruise the Danube and other storied waterways on 9- to 24-night itineraries through Eastern Europe that stop in Budapest, Prague, Vienna, Amsterdam and Belgrade, Serbia, among other destinations. See all of River Duchess's itineraries.
Dining on S.S. Beatrice
Dining in the main restaurant of S.S. Beatrice will be one of the highlights of your voyage. As riverscapes sweep by, you'll be treated to eye-popping scenery while you dine.
The four dining options on board were inspired by famous Austrian composers, including:
- Mozart’s, the ship’s main restaurant, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. During the day, natural light floods in from the floor-to-ceiling windows. Seating is open for dinner, and diners have a choice of a starter, soup, main course and dessert. Fare includes chicken, seafood, steak, pasta and vegetarian dishes, while soups are more imaginative, such as the paprika goulash and Hungarian fish soup.
- Schubert’s, an 18-seat café at the ship's bow, offers guests shared plates from lunch through dinnertime. The cozy Austrian-styled eatery features menus reflecting the cuisine of the ship’s destinations.
- Wolfgang’s features tea, coffee, snacks and evening canapes in the lounge on deck 3.
- Max’s restaurant offers intimate cooking classes where guests can create local European cuisines alongside the chef for a fee of 50 to 90 euros.
A final option is room service.
All-inclusive pricing
Your fare on S.S. Beatrice is all inclusive. As the most all-inclusive cruise line on the rivers, Uniworld elevates all-inclusive luxury river cruising to a new level. You can get:
- Unlimited beverages, including fine wines & premium spirits
- Award-winning farm-to-table cuisine
- 24-hour room service and butler service
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- All gratuities on board and on shore
- All-scheduled airport transfers
- Choice of multiple daily excursions
- Onboard entertainment and signature lectures
Entertainment & activities
Each day you'll have a choice of included shore excursions or have the option to take an independent bike ride along the riverside path. The excursions are conducted by English-speaking guides using the QuietVox communication system. "Go Active" bike rides are offered through the use of Uniworld's pedal-powered (non-electric) bikes or those of a local bicycle tour company.
While aboard, passengers hang out, converse, read or sightsee from the sun deck. A few activities and lectures are held when the ship is sailing and light entertainment is provided in the lounge at night. A pianist plays background music in Wolfgang's lounge in the late afternoon. At night, live performances may include a local choir, dancers, singers and bands. In Budapest, you'll likely be treated to an exclusive concert by renowned pianist Balazs Bakos held in the lounge before dinner.
Another option is the Serenity River Spa, featuring a variety of treatments and massages at a cost of 50 euros for 30 minutes and up. There's also a small gym on deck 2.
Staterooms & suites
Beatrice has a total of 76 staterooms for 152 passengers served by 53 crew members. There are a surprising number of stateroom categories, including 37 French Balcony Cabins (195 square feet), 13 Balcony Cabins (ditto), 12 Balcony Suites (295 square feet), 10 Window Cabins (165 square feet), two Owners Stuis (310 square feet) and two Balcony Royal Suites (390 square feet).
All cabins feature boutique decor and high-end furnishings. Each stateroom has two twin beds /convertible to queen, with bedside tables and lamps. The signature Savoir beds are handcrafted, with under-bed suitcase storage space, luxury bedding sets (100 percent Egyptian cotton), duvets and pillow menu. The list of included amenities in all cabins includes en-suite marble bathroom (WC, sink, shower cubicle, towel warmer, waffle bathrobes, plush towels, slippers), bottled water (replenished daily), magnifying mirror, luxury bath products, L’Occitane body products (/shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, body lotion), two to three built-in closets and a flat HDTV.
Of note
Our writer Gary Bembridge sailed on the earlier incarnation of the ship, River Beatrice, before its makeover in 2018. Updated from an earlier review.
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Top highlights on this ship
- All-inclusive fare covers food, drink, tours, Wi-Fi and gratuities
- Regional-based menus using locally purchased produce along the river
- Local entertainers brought on board at various points to demonstrate regional traditions, culture, music and dance
- Exclusive land-based events included in the fare, such as a private classical concert in a palace in Vienna
Top dining options on board
