Departs in 2 days7 Night Mediterranean - Western Cruise
MSC Cruises • MSC Meraviglia
Sep 27, 2026 · 7 nights
Mediterranean
$875/person$125/night
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MSC Meraviglia vs Odyssey of the Seas
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Odyssey of the Seas wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
MSC Meraviglia
Odyssey of the Seas
Size
171,598 GT
169,379 GT
Passengers
5,686
4,198
Year built
2017
2021
Crew ratio
3.7 guests per crew
2.7 guests per crew
Space ratio
30.2 GT per guest
40.4 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
315 m
347 m
From price
$874.59 pp
$2,020.49 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Odyssey of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 40.4 GT per passenger versus 30.2. Built in 2021, Odyssey of the Seas is 4 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Odyssey of the Seas edges ahead in service at 2.7 guests per crew, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Odyssey of the Seas |
| Capacity | MSC Meraviglia |
| Modernity | Odyssey of the Seas |
| Service | Odyssey of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Odyssey of the Seas |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Odyssey of the Seas |
| Fleet Power | MSC Meraviglia |
Bottom line: Odyssey of the Seas leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Odyssey of the Seas for overall superiority; pick MSC Meraviglia if Capacity matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose MSC Meraviglia if
- Size matters to you (171,598 GT)
- More onboard variety (5,686 guests)
- Lower fares per night (from $125 per person per night)
Choose Odyssey of the Seas if
- You want the newer ship (built 2021, 4 years newer)
- More crew per guest (2.7 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (40.4 GT per guest)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | MSC Meraviglia | Odyssey of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $874.59 pp | $2,020.49 pp |
| Per night | $125 pp | $289 pp |
| Departing | Sep 27 | Sep 27 |
| Duration | 7 nights | 7 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We score 8 categories from spec data: size, capacity, modernity, service, spaciousness, decks, length and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship. A category where either ship has no data is marked No data and left out of the score.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40, and mass-market ships often fall between 30 and 40.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
It is the number of guests for each crew member, shown as "3.0 guests per crew". Lower is better: more staff per guest usually means more attentive service. Luxury lines aim for fewer than 2 guests per crew, and large mainstream ships often carry 3 to 4.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices come from Cruisebound and are per person for the sailing shown. They change with cabin type, date and demand, so open the sailing to see the current fare.
Can I compare more than two ships?
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How current is the ship data?
Specifications come from our database of 380+ ships, and this page refreshes daily. An "Updated" date appears at the top when either ship's record changed in the last 30 days.
