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SHIP OVERVIEW

The AmaBella is a stunning river ship, unique in her own right. A classic design palette of black and white in the Main Lounge allows your conversations to provide the color. The intimate marbled bar is an inviting place to grab a cocktail and the Sun Deck putting green, featured only on select AmaWaterways ships, lures both regular golfers and newcomers alike. Most staterooms feature signature twin balconies so you can enjoy the views however you wish, as well as Entertainment on Demand and marble bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads. Suites feature added enhancements, including a larger sitting area and an expansive bathroom complete with a bathtub and separate shower. You will also find a massage and hair salon on board, as well as a fitness room, specialty coffee station and gift shop. Mealtimes are a feast for the senses in the Main Restaurant and at The Chef's Table.

  • CRUISES
  • STATISTICS

STATISTICS

  • Year Built

    2010
  • Year Refurbished

  • Year Entered Present Fleet

    2010
  • Country of Registry

    Switzerland
  • Tonnage (GRT)

    2,650
  • PAX (basis 2)

    161
  • Max Pax (inc. Uppers)

    161
  • Passenger Decks

    3
  • Number of Crew

    51
  • Officers' Nationality

    International
  • Cruise/Hotel Staff Nationality

    International

STATEROOMS

  • Suites

    5
  • Balcony

    0
  • Oceanview

    19
  • Oceanview No Balcony

    0
  • Oceanview With Balcony

    0
  • Balconies

    57
  • Interior

    0
  • Accessible

    20
  • Total Number of Accommodations

    1000
  • SUITE
  • BALCONY
  • OCEANVIEW
  • INSIDE

Deck Plans

SHIP REVIEWS

OVERALL RATING

5

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Based on 7 reviews

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Great river cruise

JANUARY

Star Star Star Star Star

PROS

Friendly and effective staff, great excursions, clean

CONS

Tips not included, Drinks only sometimes included, no coffee machine in room, no self-laundry

RECOMMENDED

Yes

Great experience overall. Great staff, ship, and excursions. Be aware that tips are not included, which made things awkward on the last day since individual tips were encouraged. The lowest deck is partially submerged so would not recommend. State rooms without French or balcony doors have only very small windows. Christmas markets in Eastern Europe are no major destination.

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  • Value

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Christmas Cruise

DECEMBER

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PROS

Itinerary and knowledge of guides

CONS

Small cabins and lack of storage and power outlets

RECOMMENDED

Yes

Nice cruise line and staff. Prefer onboard.enrichment on Viking

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Prague-Budapest

MAY

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PROS

CONS

RECOMMENDED

Yes

This was our first experience on a river cruise and Amawaterways was an excellent choice.

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Danube - Prague to Budapest

MARCH

Star Star Star Star Star

PROS

Too many to list, Prague is fascinating and beautiful, the ship was casually luxurious, all the stops and excursions were terrific, staff was friendly and eager to please, etc.

CONS

None

RECOMMENDED

Yes

See Pros above … enjoyed the cuisine (locally and on the ship), enjoyed all excursion options (walking, hiking, & biking), we upgraded our room to have slightly more room and it was worth the slight extra cost, beautiful views, amazing vacation!

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Ama Waterways Danube Cruise

SEPTEMBER

Star Star Star Star Star

PROS

Cruise Manager, Ship staff, hygiene, safety, meals, staff services, shore excursions, tour guides, luxury

CONS

Only one: it was difficult to find small change for tipping tour guides due to currency shortages in eastern Europe.

RECOMMENDED

Yes

Ama Waterways delivers a superb river cruise experience. Every aspect of the cruise was carefully planned and organized and the ship's staff were highly skilled and extremely accommodating. All staff wore masks 100% of the time they were in areas accessible to passengers. The Cruise Manager was exceptional in her organization, knowledge and relationships with guests.

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Christmas Markets Cruise

DECEMBER

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PROS

Great ship, great cruise director, great walking tours.

CONS

None

RECOMMENDED

Yes

The cruise exceeded my expectations. The ship was beautiful, the crew were attentive and gracious, the cruise director was amazing, and the sights were wonderful. All the city tours were informative and most of the guides were very knowledgeable and helpful. The pace was good, and it was a lot of fun. The weather was a bit cold but not unexpected for central Europe in December. I was impressed how concerned the ship/crew was with sanitation. They had hand sanitizer and hot towels to greet us on our return from shore excursions. Additionally, they had hand sanitizer available before we entered the dining rooms. This was admirable, given the stories of many ships in recent years that have had many sick cruisers aboard! We had a wonderful time, met some new friends, and will definitely consider another cruise with Amawaterways in the future.

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THE GREATEST RIVER CRUISING SHIP ON EARTH

APRIL

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PROS

STAFF/CAPTAIN GREAT SERVICE FROM ALL!

CONS

NONE

RECOMMENDED

No

<div>OVERALL A WONDERFUL RIVER CRUISING EXPERIENCE.</div>

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