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ms Zuiderdam
About ms Zuiderdam
Luxuriate on the spacious Zuiderdam and know why this Holland America Vista-class ship is so popular. Featuring spectacular staterooms, many with verandahs; fun activities for all age groups, fabulous casual and elegant dining options, plus a fantastic spa and fitness center, makes this comfortable ship perfect for the first-time cruiser and the most discerning traveler. Discover the many pleasures of a mid-sized cruise ship, with personalized attention and an intimate ambiance.
Enjoy a host of exciting amenities on the spectacular Zuiderdam, including fabulous restaurants, bars, nightclubs, lounges, a casino, Las Vegas-style shows, 2 swimming pools, duty-free shops and the luxury Merabella jewelry store. Watch your favorite movie and enjoy complimentary popcorn at the Movie Theatre or choose from over 1,000 DVD titles that will be delivered to your stateroom to view.
Chic specialty bars and lounges, including the signature Crow's Nest, known for its incredible views, provide the perfect spot for a drink, conversation and meeting new friends. Sharpen your computer skills at the complimentary Digital Workshop and play some basketball and volleyball at the sports deck. Kids will love the fun activities at Club HAL and teens will head to an area just for them, The Loft and The Oasis.
Melt your cares away and indulge in the many fantastic beauty and wellness treatments offered at the serene Greenhouse Spa & Salon, sure to leave you rejuvenated. Take a Pilates class at the state-of-the-art Fitness Center. Greet the day on deck with a fresh sea breeze each morning with tai chi, take a jog or stroll on the Promenade's wraparound deck or simply enjoy the view from the padded deck chairs. Sip on your morning coffee and read the papers at the relaxing Explorations Café. The day is yours on the lovely Zuiderdam.
Featuring a myriad of fabulous dining options, from casual outdoor eateries to elegant dining, Oosterdam has something to please everyone. Delicious cuisine is served at the stunning two-level Vista Dining Room with delicious multi-course dinners, including vegetarian and vegan selections from an exclusive menu. Superb cuisine awaits at the elegant Pinnacle Grill, with luxurious appointments, including Bvlgari china, Frette linens and Riedel stemware. Delicious regional Italian dishes are featured at the family-style Canaletto and a variety of made-to-order choices are offered at The Lido Restaurant, a casual eatery. Families will love the Terrace Grill, located poolside, perfect for a casual lunch of grilled favorites. Complimentary room service is offered 24/7.
Choose from a variety of staterooms, from large interior and ocean-view to luxurious Penthouse Suites. Relax in your elegantly appointed "home at sea" with comfortable furnishings, sure to please the most discerning traveler. Connecting staterooms are perfect for families. There is also an all-suite concierge deck with the private Neptune Lounge for the exclusive use of Deluxe Verandah Suite and Penthouse Verandah Suite guests.
Exciting entertainment includes Las-Vegas style performances at the Vista Show Lounge, sing-alongs at the fun Piano Bar, dancing late into the night at Northern Lights and try your luck at the fully-equipped Casino. All this and more awaits you on the incredible Zuiderdam.
Cruise to exciting worldwide destinations on the Zuiderdam including US & Canada, Pacific, Caribbean — Southern, Caribbean — Eastern, Caribbean — Western, Alaska, Alaska Tours & Cruises, Alaska — Inside Passage, Transcanal/Panama Canal.
ms Zuiderdam
| Sanitation Rating | 94/2009 |
| Star Rating | 3.6 |
| Attire | Casual |
| Crew Size | 817 |
| Crew Nationality | International |
| Regular Capacity | 1964 |
| Total Capacity | 2781 |
| Registry | Netherlands |
| Year Built | 2002 |
| Year Refurbished | 2015 |
| Beam | 105.8 |
| Draft | 24 |
| Length | 936 |
| Tonnage | 82,305 |
| Passenger Space Ratio | 44.4 |
| Speed | 24 |
| Tipping (p/p per day) | Up to $13.50 |
| Beauty Salon | Yes |
| Spa | 1 |
| Casino | Yes |
| 110 Electricity | Yes |
| Pools (Outside) | 2 |
| Pools (Inside) | 1 |
| Jacuzzi | 5 |
| Laundry | Yes |
| Suites | 162 |
| Verandas | 495 |
| Cabins inside | 160 |
| Cabins outside | 165 |
| Wheelchair Cabins | 28 |
| Elevators | 8 |
| Ship Type | Premium |
C
Large Ocean-view Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. Approximately 174–180 sq. ft
D
Large Ocean-view Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. Approximately 174–180 sq. ft.
DD
Large Ocean-view Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. Approximately 174–180 sq. ft.
E
Large Ocean-view Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. Approximately 174–180 sq. ft.
F
Large Ocean-view Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. Approximately 174–180 sq. ft.
G
Large Ocean-view Staterooms (Partial View)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. All G-category staterooms have partial sea views. Approximately 174–180 sq. ft.
H
Large Ocean-view Staterooms (Obstructed View)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. All H-category staterooms have fully obstructed views. Approximately 174–180 sq. ft.
HH
Large Ocean-view Staterooms (Obstructed View)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower. All HH-category staterooms have fully obstructed views. Approximately 174–180 sq. ft.
I
Large or Standard Interior Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Approximately 151–233 sq. ft.
J
Large Interior Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Approximately 151–233 sq. ft.
K
Large or Standard Inside Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Approximately 151–233 sq. ft
L
Standard Inside Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Approximately 151–233 sq. ft.
M
Standard Inside Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Approximately 151–233 sq. ft.
MM
Large or Standard Interior Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Approximately 151–233 sq. ft.
N
Standard Inside Stateroom
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, shower. Approximately 151–233 sq. ft.
PS
Pinnacle Suites (Penthouse Verandah Suites)
Bedroom with 1 king-size bed, oversize whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, living room, dining room, dressing room, private verandah with whirlpool, pantry, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, microwave, refrigerator, guest toilet, private stereo system, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 1,150 sq. ft. including verandah.
SA
Neptune Suites (Deluxe Verandah Suites)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, bathroom with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 500–712 sq. ft. including verandah.
SB
Neptune Suites (Deluxe Verandah Suites)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, bathroom with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 500–712 sq. ft. including verandah.
SC
Neptune Suites (Deluxe Verandah Suites)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 king-size bed, bathroom with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, dressing room, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 500–712 sq. ft. including verandah.
SS
Signature Suites (Superior Verandah Suites)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathroom with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 1 person, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 372–384 sq. ft. including verandah.
SY
Signature Suites (Superior Verandah Suites)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathroom with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 1 person, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 372–384 sq. ft. including verandah.
SZ
Signature Suites (Superior Verandah Suites)
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathroom with dual sink vanity, full-size whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, large sitting area, private verandah, 1 sofa bed for 1 person, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 372–384 sq. ft. including verandah.
VA
Deluxe Verandah Ocean-view Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 212–359 sq. ft. including verandah
VB
Deluxe Verandah Ocean-view Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 212–359 sq. ft. including verandah
VC
Deluxe Verandah Ocean-view Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 212–359 sq. ft. including verandah.
VD
Deluxe Verandah Ocean-view Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 212–359 sq. ft. including verandah.
VE
Deluxe Verandah Ocean-view Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 212–359 sq. ft. including verandah.
VF
Deluxe Verandah Ocean-view Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 212–359 sq. ft. including verandah.
VH
Deluxe Verandah Ocean-view Staterooms
2 lower beds convertible to 1 queen-size bed, bathtub & shower, sitting area, private verandah, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approximately 212–359 sq. ft. including verandah.
B.B King's Blues Club & American Test Kitchen
Deck: 2 - Lower Promenade
B.B King's Blues Club & American Test Kitchen
Canaletto
Deck: 9 - Lido
This authentic Italian restaurants offers a menu that celebrates spartire (Italian for "sharing"). Try Braised Chicken Cacciatore "al Forno," Branzino ai Ferri or a classic Italian pasta: spaghetti pomodoro or garlic shrimp-infused ravioli, perhaps. Buon appetito
Dining Room
Decks: 2 - Lower Promenade 3 - Promenade
For an elegant breakfast, leisurely lunch or unforgettable dinner, The Dining Room is your destination. Behind the scenes, our talented executive chefs have worked to bring each dish to perfection. For dinner, choose from comfort classics such as Rosemary Roasted Chicken, as well as regionally inspired cuisine and artfully prepared vegetarian fare.
Dive-In
Deck: 9 - Lido
We tasted 127 of the best burgers in North America and created our own trade-marked secret sauce for a burger that is leagues apart. Also available at this casual poolside grill: Nathan's Famous gourmet hot dogs and vegetarian fare.
Pinnacle Grill
Deck: 2 - Lower Promenade
His intimate reservations-only venue offers an elegant, sophisticated dining experience. Featuring premium Sterling Silver beef, inspired seafood dishes and many select wines rated "Excellent" by Wine Spectator - as well as distinctive Bvlgari® china, Riedel® stemware and Frette® linens.
Casino
Deck: 2 - Lower Promenade
Zingy and thrilling, the Casino offers slots, blackjack, roulette and poker for your evening's entertainment. New to the lively pulse of casino action? Start with a workshop to familiarize yourself with the ins and outs, and the friendly staff will show you to the games when you're ready.
Lincoln Center Stage
Deck: 2 - Lower Promenade
Screening Room
Deck: 3 - Promenade
The Mainstage
Decks: 1 - Main 2 - Lower Promenade 3 - Promenade
Half Moon/Hudson/Stuyvesant Rooms
Deck: 3 - Promenade
The Hudson, Stuyvesant and Half Moon Rooms are the usual venues for shipboard meetings, classes, seminars and arts and crafts events.
Biliboard Onboard
Deck: 2 - Lower Promenade
Biliboard Onboard.
Explorations Café
Deck: 10 - Observation
A comfortable, coffee house environment where you can browse through an extensive library, surf the Internet and check email or simply read the morning paper.
Hydro Pool
Deck: 9 - Lido
Hydro Pool
Lido Pool
Deck: 9 - Lido
This is the perfect place to spend a sunny afternoon. Cool off with a swim, then get a refreshing tropical beverage from the bar and relax on a lounge chair while the day drifts past.
Sea View Pool and Bar
Deck: 9 - Lido
The swimming pool is where it's at for sun and fun, plus there's plenty of deck space to relax and enjoy the weather.
Sliding Dome Cover
Deck: 10 - Observation
Lido Market
Deck: 9 - Lido
Lido Market provides a fresh, new approach to casual dining for breakfast, lunch or dinner, with a panoramic view of the sea. A modern marketplace with different themed stations, the Lido offers a curated selection of delicious options to grab on the go or to have quickly made to order.
Merabella Luxury Collection
Deck: 3 - Promenade
Merabella Luxury Collection
The Shops
Deck: 3 - Promenade
The Shops
The Loft
Deck: 10 - Observation
Teenage guests traveling on the ms Zuiderdam love The Loft, wich gives them a place to take a break from their families and younger siblings while enjoying a range of activities that include video games, movies, karaoke, and teen club nights with a state-of-the-art sound and laser light system.
Fitness Center
Deck: 9 - Lido
Featuring a full array of fitness equipment, including rowing machines, treadmills, stationary bikes, stairsteppers, free weights, and weight machines, the ms Zuiderdam's Fitness Center provides health-conscious guests with everything they need to maintain their regular workout routines.
The Greenhouse Spa & Salon
Deck: 9 - Lido
Features heavenly beauty and wellness rituals. Enjoy a facial, hot stone massage, steam in a thermal suite and have your hair and nails done for a special evening.
Art Gallery
Deck: 2 - Lower Promenade
Photo Gallery
Deck: 3 - Promenade
The Photo Gallery is where you will find pictures taken by the ship's staff and are displayed daily.
Club Hal
Deck: 10 - Observation
Kids ages 3 to 17 can enjoy an array of exciting activities, supervised by full-time staff with professional degrees.
Digital Workshop
Deck: 2 - Lower Promenade
Guests on Holland America Line cruises can learn how to display and share their vacation memories in free Digital Workshop powered by Windows® classes. Available on all ships, these complimentary classes are led by trained Digital Workshop Hosts.
Guest Services
Deck: 1 - Main
Guest Services.
Explorer's Bar
Deck: 2 - Lower Promenade
Gallery Bar
Deck: 2 - Lower Promenade
Lido Bar
Deck: 9 - Lido
Sip your favorite cocktail while lounging on deck.
Ocean Bar
Deck: 3 - Promenade
Warm wood tones and maritime motifs bring seasoned seafarers to the Ocean Bar. Rub shoulders with other "old salts" as you swap tales of journeys past.
Pinnacle Bar
Deck: 2 - Lower Promenade
Enjoy a drink as you watch the world float by in the Pinnacle Bar.
Crow's Nest
Deck: 10 - Observation
Panoramic ocean views, rich colors, and a striking interior design featuring a glass bar and modern furniture creates a vibrant atmosphere in th Crow's Nest Lounge. This is the perfect venue for a relaxing evening spent enjoying cocktails while you listen to music and socialize with your friends.
Explorers Lounge
Deck: 2 - Lower Promenade
Understated colors, comforable seating, and stunning ocean views set an idyllic tone in the Explorer's Lounge, a great place to spend an afternoon whether you're relaxing with a book or meeting with friends to enjoy a drink and some conversation.
Neptune Lounge
Deck: 7 - Rotterdam
Guests of the Penthouse and Deluxe Verandah Suites are presented with an extra measure of luxury in the exclusive Neptune Lounge, where a stylish atmosphere sets the perfect tone for daily breakfast buffets and evening receptions with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres.
The Retreat
Deck: 11 - Sports
The Retreat.
Sports courts
Deck: 11 - Sports
Sports courts.
Atrium
Deck: 1 - Main
Stroll through the Atrium on your way to dinner, dancing, or drinks.
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