Costa Pacifica
Concordia class · refurbished 2019 · Mediterranean, Other
A 2009-launched Concordia-class ship known for music-themed interiors. It operates established weekly western Mediterranean itineraries from ports including Barcelona and Savona, and is scheduled to be deployed to the Canary Islands in early 2027. Its facilities are less modern than those on newer ships, but its pricing is among the most accessible.
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For travelers from Japan
A guide to public baths, Japanese food and language support, payment in yen, smoking, dress codes and power outlets, based on available official and other sources. Details may vary by itinerary and season. Check the official website for current information.
Similar facilities, such as a thermal suite
Payment in yen not accepted
English text in preparation.
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At a glance
What is included and what costs extra
- Meals (main restaurants)Included
- AlcoholExtra charge
- GratuitiesExtra charge
- Wi‑FiExtra charge
- Specialty diningExtra charge
- Shore excursionsExtra charge
The basic fare (My Cruise/Cruise Only) includes the cabin, full board, and entertainment, while drinks, Wi-Fi, tips, and specialty restaurants are charged separately. The higher Comfort Plus/Total Comfort plans include a drinks package, and Deluxe, for suites, adds a dedicated restaurant, spa access, a higher-tier drinks package, and more.
- Extra chargeDrinks (one beer)Bottled beer, about €5
- Extra chargeSoft drinks and waterCanned soda, about €3
- Extra chargeDrink packageMy Soft Drinks (non-alcoholic): €23-27/day; My Drinks (standard, including alcohol): €35-42/day; My Drinks Plus (premium): €48-57/day. A 15% service charge is added to all, and advance online purchase often gives a 20-30% discount.
- Extra chargeWi‑FiThe full cruise duration can also be purchased at once, often with an approximately 8-10% discount.
- Extra chargeGratuities (automatic service charge)Ages 15 and over €11 per day, ages 4 to 14 €5.50 per day, ages 3 and under free. A separate 15% service charge is added to drink purchases.
- Extra chargeLaundryNo self-service laundry. Per-item charges (shirts about €3.50, T-shirts about €1.50, one-piece dresses about €14). Higher-tier Costa Club members (Gold/Platinum) can also use the unlimited-fill Magic Bag service for €19.99.
- Shore excursionsExtra; varies by port
Prices are shown in the onboard currency; no currency conversion is applied.
Boarding, atmosphere, and links
- Japan departures: No
- Home ports: Civitavecchia (Rome, Italy, summer Western Mediterranean departure port), Savona (Italy), La Romana (Dominican Republic, winter Caribbean departure port)
- Departure ports: Marseille (France), Valencia (Spain), Palma de Mallorca (Spain), Ibiza (Spain), La Spezia (Italy), Istanbul (Turkey), Piraeus/Athens (Greece)
- All ages
- The third ship of the Concordia class, it has 'music' as its unifying interior theme. All deck names derive from music genres and songs, and in addition to art with antique violin and sheet music motifs, it has a recording studio said to be the first on a cruise ship (a resident music maestro is on board, and CD recording is available for a fee). In summer it is based at Civitavecchia (Rome) and cruises the western Mediterranean (Barcelona, Marseille, Palma de Mallorca, etc.); in winter it operates long Caribbean cruises from La Romana (Dominican Republic).
- A lively, multinational clientele, mainly Italian, with passengers from France, Spain, Germany, and other European countries. Families and multigenerational travelers make up a high proportion. There are no Japanese-speaking staff or Japanese cuisine.
Launched in 2009 as a Concordia-class ship, it is not equipped with next-generation fuel engines such as LNG (Costa's LNG ships start with Costa Smeralda). Its environmental measures are limited to what was standard when it entered service, such as advanced wastewater treatment and LED lighting, and details such as any proprietary environmental certification could not be confirmed.
Ship character
- • Classic western Mediterranean routes
- • Winter in the Canary Islands
- • Budget-conscious travelers
- • Travelers seeking the latest facilities
- • Quiet adults-only cruises
Cruise stories and videos on external sites
5 linksThese are articles and videos by other publishers, not Cruise Atlas. Their content is their own and has not been reviewed by us. Links open in a new tab.
- Personal blogJapaneseblog.shirokumachan.com
blog.shirokumachan.com · Sailed Aug 15, 2013 · Link checked Oct 4, 2026
- YouTubeEnglishCOSTA PACIFICA - Full Cruise Ship Tour - Walkthrough - 4k (HDR)
youtube.com · Link checked Oct 5, 2026
- ArticleEnglishCosta Pacifica: the summer sizzle cruising the islands
cruisingjournal.com · Sailed Jul 23, 2022 · Link checked Oct 5, 2026
- Personal blogDEMeine erste Costa Kreuzfahrt mit Costa Pacifica | Cremona Cruises
cremonacruises.ch · Link checked Oct 5, 2026
- Personal blogEnglishPR / hosted trip disclosedCosta Pacifica Review - Should You Go?
traveladdictslife.com · Link checked Oct 4, 2026
English text in preparation.
Sources
- Officialcostacruises.com
- Secondary sourcecruiseindustrynews.com
- Secondary sourceopenjaw.com
- Encyclopediawikidata.org
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- Secondary sourcetravelagentcentral.com
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- Secondary sourcereportergourmet.com
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Source: Wikipedia “Costa Pacifica” (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Cabins by category
| Cabins | Size | Occupancy and beds | Features | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Interior Classic/Premium (IC/IP) The most affordable windowless grade. 592 cabins (including 33 spa-partner type "VG" cabins). 592 cabins | 12–14 m² (129–151 ft²) | Maximum 4 people Convertible twin beds; bunk or Pullman-style beds available. | Check the official page | |
Studio Single (CI/CE/VG-Spa) A rare category with all 45 rooms dedicated to solo guests, available without a solo supplement, the surcharge over the fare for 2 guests. 45 cabins / Decks 1, 2, 6, 7, and 10 | 14–15 m² (151–161 ft²) | 1 person (single occupancy) 1 single (twin) bed, with private bathroom | Solo | Check the official page |
Oceanview Classic/Premium (EC/EP) There are 321 rooms with large fixed windows but no balconies. 321 cabins / Decks 1, 2, 6, 7, and 9 | 16–18 m² (172–194 ft²) | Maximum 4 people Convertible twin beds; bunk or Pullman-style beds available. | Window | Check the official page |
Balcony Classic/Premium (BC/BP) The main category and largest by number, with 524 rooms. Includes private balconies (3-5 m²), sliding glass doors, and a veranda with two chairs and a table. Many of the ship's 154 connecting cabins are in this grade. 524 cabins / Decks 6–11 | 17 m² (183 ft²) | Maximum 4 people Convertible twin beds + sofa bed. | BalconyConnecting | Check the official page |
Mini Suite (MS) / Balcony Suite (S) An intermediate grade combining mini-suites (18 rooms, 6-7 m² balconies, no bathtub) and balcony suites (42 rooms, 6 m² balconies). Located toward the stern on the upper decks. 60 cabins / Deck 6 (Boheme), Deck 7 (Alhambra), Deck 8 (Ludwig), and Deck 10 | 17–26 m² (183–280 ft²) | Maximum 4 people (balcony suites: 3 people) Convertible twin beds + sofa bed. | Balcony | Check the official page |
Grand Suite (GS/SG-Spa) The highest grade onboard, with only 10 grand suites. Features an 8-11 m² balcony, a separate dressing room, and a Jacuzzi bathtub. 10 cabins / Deck 7 (Alhambra) and Deck 10 | 32 m² (344 ft²) | Maximum 4 people Convertible twin beds; double sofa bed available. | BalconyConcierge | Check the official page |
Approximate figures from official and reliable sources. Cabins vary by ship, category, and sailing.Links generally lead to official pages; some have not been verified.
Families, adults-only areas, and practical information
- • Squok Club & Teen Zone — Facilities divided into a mini club for ages 3 to 6 (Peppa Pig theme), a Maxi Club for ages 7 to 11, and a teen zone for ages 12 to 17, plus a children's pool and pirate-ship playground.
- • Lido Squok Mini Aqua Park — A small water-slide and play area for children.
- • Casino Flamingo — An onboard casino in the entertainment area centered on Deck 5, with slot machines and gaming tables.
- Onboard currency
- EUR
- Gratuities
- The service charge (gratuity) is not included in the fare. Instead, a fixed amount per night is automatically added to the onboard account after boarding. It applies uniformly to all ships and all guests regardless of fare type (Basic/Comfort-type/Deluxe), and guests are not expected to reduce or remove it at their discretion.
- Payment
- Cashless onboard
- Voltage
- Mainly 220V (depending on the ship, some are a mix supporting 110-220V/60Hz). Japanese devices that are 100V-only may not be usable without a transformer, so please check.
- Formal nights
- The number of gala nights roughly scales with cruise length: about 1 on a 3 to 4 night cruise, 2 on a 7-night cruise and 3 on a 10-night cruise. On Mediterranean cruises, 1 to 2 is typical.
- Medical facilities
- There is a medical center staffed by doctors and nurses, available 24 hours for emergencies. Consultations and treatment are not free and are charged to your onboard account each time (travel insurance generally cannot be used directly at the counter, and costs are usually claimed afterward). An exact Costa-specific fee schedule could not be confirmed from public information.
- Bringing items onboard
- Bringing alcohol on board is prohibited in principle, whether at embarkation or at ports of call, and anything found in X-ray screening is confiscated until the end of the cruise. Wine and champagne may be allowed only if approved by prior application, in which case a corkage fee of €10 per bottle is charged. Alcohol purchased at ports of call or in the onboard duty-free shops is also held until the end of the cruise (effectively confiscated).
- Mobile and connectivity
- The EU "free roaming" rule applies only on land, such as at ports of call. If your phone connects to the ship's maritime network at sea, expensive maritime roaming charges outside the scope of the regulation (both calls and data are far higher than usual) apply, so the practical standard approach at sea is to put your phone offline or in airplane mode and use Costa's onboard Wi-Fi package or an eSIM.
Dining
A two-venue main dining setup comprising My Way toward the bow and New York, New York toward the stern.
Hours: Breakfast and lunch offer open seating; dinner is served in two seatings at 18:30/21:00 (assigned seating).
Multi-purpose restaurant that operates as a self-service buffet during the day and changes into a waiter-served pizzeria at night.
Hours: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (dinner changes to a pizzeria with waiter service)
A la carte steakhouse on Deck 11. Reservations are required, and a 15% service charge is added separately from drink charges.
A special five-course restaurant introduced during the 2022–2023 refurbishment, with each course overseen by one of three Michelin-starred chefs (Bruno Barbieri, Hélène Darroze, and Ángel León). €5 is donated to the Costa Cruises Foundation with each bill.
- Bruno Barbieri's grilled lamb with black truffle flavor (served with Vichy-style steamed vegetables)Included in course
- Hélène Darroze's piquillo pepper gazpacho with Dijon mustard foamIncluded in course
- Ángel León's squid-ink risotto (signature dish of the sea chef, scented with plankton)Included in course
A sushi specialty restaurant that opened with the 2022-2023 renovation. It focuses on nigiri, rolls, and sashimi, and offers all-you-can-eat plans and takeaway.
- California roll (imitation crab, cucumber, mango, mayonnaise)Included in all-you-can-eat plan
- Samurai roll (shrimp tempura, tobiko, avocado, salmon)Included in all-you-can-eat plan
A teppanyaki restaurant added in the 2022-2023 renovation. Chefs stir-fry and grill rice, vegetables, meat, and seafood in front of guests as a live performance.
- Dello Chef (2 appetizers + 2 main dishes, choose meat or fish)€42
- Standard course (appetizer + choose 1 main dish)About €36
A health-focused restaurant on Deck 3 using carefully selected organic ingredients. Free for guests staying in Samsara partner cabins; other guests can use it for an additional fee of €20 when seats are available.
- Seasonal soup + 1 pasta + main (choose one, with desserts such as fruit salad or panna cotta)Included in course
Facilities and activities
An onboard casino in the entertainment area centered on Deck 5, with slot machines and gaming tables.
A three-level main show lounge.
Facilities divided into a mini club for ages 3 to 6 (Peppa Pig theme), a Maxi Club for ages 7 to 11, and a teen zone for ages 12 to 17, plus a children's pool and pirate-ship playground.
A two-level spa facility considered among the world's largest, with a fitness center, beauty salon, treatment rooms, thermal suites, thalassotherapy pool, Turkish bath, and sauna.
In addition to cardio and strength-training machines, there is a studio for spinning and aerobics.
A combined jogging and roller-skating track circling the upper deck.
A multipurpose court for basketball and tennis, plus a putting green and virtual golf equipment.
Three pools: the main pool Lido Calypso with an LED screen, Lido Ipanema, and Lido Bamba with a sliding glass roof (plus five jacuzzis in total).
A winding water slide descends from the top deck to the pool deck.
A small water-slide and play area for children.
A shopping area selling duty-free branded goods, souvenirs, and more.
A two-deck nightclub with DJ dance sessions every night.
A total of 11 bars and lounges are spread across the ship, including a sports bar, a cigar lounge, a piano bar and an F1-themed bar.
A library corner with books and internet terminals.
A cinema room with immersive 4D screening equipment.
A full-fledged recording studio considered the world's first on a cruise ship. A resident music maestro is on staff, and guitar, piano, viola, and drum lessons are also available. Recorded CDs are delivered to your cabin.
A racing simulator in the F1-themed bar Scuderia Costa, recreating the handling feel of a real car.