Here are some examples of Cruise & Stay options for next year’s sailings.

Let’s start with the ‘Treasures of the Mediterranean’, a 7-night cruise sailing on Marella Voyager. Marella’s newest ship is sailing from Palma, Majorca visiting Olbia in Sardinia then Naples in Italy, ideal for visiting Capri and Pompeii. Next port is Civitavecchia in Italy, ideal for visiting Rome, then Ajaccio in Corsica, and Spain for Palamos before returning to Palma. 

With this cruise there are 27 hotels  available for a post-cruise stay. Here is a cross section with prices suitable for a lower budget, ending with options for those that have more to spend. 

We have also found examples that actually cost less than just booking a cruise-only holiday.

Hotel Son Baulo, Ca’n Picafort, Majorca – Staying on a half board basis in a twin balcony room, this hotel features beautiful coastal views and nighttime entertainment. For a 3-night post-cruise stay at this 3-star plus hotel, you will actually save £55 per person! Yes, you have read that right, it’s £55 per person less than just booking the cruise on its own. Incredibly, if you stay for 4 nights, it’s even cheaper! With prices coming in at £59 per person cheaper than the cruise-only deal.

A 7-night post-cruise stay costs from as little as £183 per person on top of your standalone cruise price, but if you fancy doing the land-based portion first it will cost from £295 per person.

Holiday Village, Callor Millor, Majorca – Staying in a 1-bedroom apartment with a balcony at this 5-star hotel on an all inclusive basis, with free shuttles to the beach and a kids splash zone. This is the perfect choice for a family holiday.

A 3-night post-cruise add on will cost from £101 per person and from £139 per person for 4 nights. A 7-night add on will cost from as little as £300 per person on top of your standard cruise fare.

A 7-night pre-cruise stay will cost from £322 per person for this all-inclusive 5-star hotel.

TUI Blue Sensatori Biomar, Sa Coma, Majorca – Staying in a junior suite with a balcony on an all inclusive basis. This hotel is just 15 minutes from the beach with 24 hour all inclusive service and separate zones for families and adults.

A 3-night post cruise add on will cost from just £160 per person on top of your standard Marella cruise fare. A 4-night post cruise stay starts from £242 per person and a 7 night add on is just £680 per person for this all-inclusive 5-star hotel. 

A 7-night pre cruise stay will cost from £801 per person on top of your standard cruise fare.

Globales Santa Lucia, Palma Nova, Majorca – This adults-only hotel is right on the beach and is situated in the centre of Palma Nova. Here you can stay in a sea view twin room with a balcony on a half board basis.

A 3-night post cruise stay will cost from just £29 per person on top of your cruise fare and from just £43 per person extra for 4 nights. 

A 7-night post cruise will cost from just £333 per person on top of your standard cruise fare and a 7-night pre cruise stay will cost from just £455 per person.

We stayed at this hotel for 3 nights after our Marella Voyager cruise and it was the perfect end to a fabulous trip. Disembarkation day can be depressing when you are getting off the ship and flying home, but the feeling of knowing we still had 3 days to enjoy was fabulous.

You can see our full tour and review of Hotel Globales Santa Lucia here.

Please note all prices were correct at the time of writing and are subject to change, for the very latest prices or to book one of these fantastic deals simply click here.

The next Cruise & Stay option features the Adriatic Explorer sailing on Marella Explorer in an inside cabin – look at this amazing itinerary…

Starting in Corfu Town followed by Koper in Slovenia then Zadar and Split in Croatia, then the incredibly beautiful Kotor in Montenegro. You then cruise back to Croatia for the port of Dubrovnik and back to Corfu Town in Greece.

The Cruise & Stay options for this cruise are for 3 nights post cruise, 7 nights post cruise and 7 nights pre cruise. Once again, we will give you a selection of hotels ranging from the cheapest options to the more expensive.

First up is the Louvre Hotel, a 3-star hotel in Gouvia, Corfu. Staying in a standard room on a bed and breakfast basis, this hotel features a quiet pool area and it is just a 5-minute walk to the beach. Corfu Town is only a 10-minute drive away, too.

A 3-night post cruise stay will cost from £144 per person and a 7-night post cruise stay will cost from just £468 per person on top of your standard cruise fare.

A 7-night pre cruise stay will cost from just £486 extra per person.

Next up is a family favourite, the Sidari Water Park Resort and Spa, staying in a standard room at this 3-star hotel on a half board basis. It is a short walk from the beach and the town of Sidari. There are 5 pools and a splash park, so you will find plenty of fun for the family here.

A 3-night post cruise stay will cost from £248 per person plus your standard cruise fare, a 7-night post cruise will cost from £646 per person extra and a 7-night pre cruise stay will cost from £664 per person

Last up, before we head to the Caribbean, is the ultra-luxury 5-star Grecotel Corfu Imperial Luxury Beach. For those that want that ultimate treat, staying in a deluxe twin room with balcony and sea views,  it is situated on a private peninsula with a choice of beaches and a choice of gourmet restaurants.

A 3-night post cruise stay will cost from an additional £474 per person and a 7-night post cruise stay will cost from £1285 per person on top of your cruise fare. A 7-night pre cruise stay will cost an extra £1301 per person.

Please note all prices were correct at the time of writing and are subject to change, for the very latest Marella Cruise & Stay holidays, simply click here.

Now let’s head to the Caribbean, first up is Paradise Islands, onboard  Marella Voyager. Once again, it’s a fabulous itinerary starting at Bridgetown in Barbados followed by Road Town in the British Virgin Islands. Next you will visit Phillipsburg, St Maarten, St John Antigua and Basseterre in St Kitts, your penultimate port is Roseau in Dominica before returning to Bridgetown, Barbados. We will show you options for a 7-night post cruise stay and a 7-night pre cruise stay.

There are a total of 27 hotels available on a Cruise & Stay option; here are some examples.

First up is All Seasons Resort Europa, a 3-star hotel situated at St James, Barbados. It is just a 10-minute walk to the beach, has an outdoor pool surrounded by palm trees and features an Indian restaurant. You’ll be staying in a standard suite with a terrace on a room only basis.

A 7-night post cruise stay will cost from just £664 per person on top of your standard cruise fare and a 7-night pre cruise stay costs from £666 extra per person.

Next up is the Sea Breeze Beach House in Maxwell. Barbados. You will be staying in a double room with garden view and balcony on an all inclusive basis in this 4-star rated hotel. This hotel is right on the beach, has its own spa and has an adults-only pool.

A 7-night post cruise stay will cost from £1786 per person on top of your standard cruise fare and a 7-night pre cruise stay will cost from £1831 per person in addition to the standard cruise fare.

Last up for the ultimate treat is the 5-star Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lord’s Castle Resort and Spa at St Philip, Barbados. Staying in a deluxe double room with balcony and a choice of views, on an all inclusive basis, this hotel featured in Married at First Sight UK and features stacks of activities and an infinity pool with sea views.

A 7-night post cruise stay will cost from £2725 per person on top of your standard cruise fare and from an additional £2771 per person for a 7-night pre cruise stay.

Please note all prices were correct at the time of writing and are subject to change, for the very latest prices or to book one of these fantastic deals simply click here.

Marella Cruises offer so many Cruise & Stay options. With over 100 hotel choices and prices to suit every budget, a Cruise & Stay holiday really is an excellent alternative to a cruise only. 

Also, don’t forget all your flights and transfers from the airport to the cruise, a transfer to your chosen hotel and back to the airport are all included. We thoroughly enjoyed our Cruise & Stay holiday with Marella and will definitely plan another for the future!

Book your cruise and stay holiday with Marella now.

Further reading –

How to keep fit and healthy on a Marella Cruise

Marella Voyager Entertainment Guide

Marella Greek Island Cruises

Marella Cruises Dress Code