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Carnival Mardi Gras

Step aboard the exciting and innovative Carnival Mardi Gras and experience the fun and relaxed cruise experience that Carnival has perfected. Split into six unique zones, the ship truly has something to offer everyone. Visit Grand Central and experience a public atrium that towers 3 decks high. This zone offers several dining spots as well as bars and lounges. The French Quarter, inspired by the classic New Orleans neighborhood, houses a hot jazz club, eateries and funky shops. Outside at the Summer Landing Zone, guests can enjoy BBQ and beer right by the pool. For a taste of Italy, visit the La Piazza zone, home to Italian restaurants and roaming musicians. The Lido zone is where passengers will find life by the pool. Enjoy casual eateries or take in a poolside Dive-In Movie. Finally, the Ultimate Playground is a zone inviting guests of all ages to play. This zone features BOLT™, the first rollercoaster at sea and an expansive Carnival Waterworks with three spiraling slides. Plus, SportSquare is here featuring a mini-golf course, full-court basketball and a ropes course. Needless to say, Carnival Mardi Gras will thrill and excite guests of all ages.

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Ship Statistics
Year Built 2020
Tonnage 180,800 tons
Registry Bahamas
Length 1,130 feet
Beam 137 feet
Passenger Capacity 6,631
Crew Size 1,745
# of Inside Cabins 818
# of Outside Cabins 1,622
# of Cabins w/ Verandas 1486
# of Suites 175
Max. Room Occupancy 5
Age Restrictions
All must be 21 or older or one must be 25 or older
Dining Options 6:00 p.m. & 8:15 p.m.
Tipping Expected? Yes
Tipping Guidelines
Carnival will automatically add $16.00 per day, per guest to your onboard account for standard accommodations ($18.00 per day, per guest for suite accommodations). These amounts can be adjusted onboard. A 18% tip is added to all beverage orders. Tipping is not required for children under the age of 2.
Onboard Currency US Dollar
Services & Amenities
Bars/Lounges 4
Beauty Salon/Barber Shop Yes
Casino Yes
Chapel No
Disco/Dancing Yes
Elevators Yes
Hot Tub Yes
Cell Phone Service Yes
Internet Center Yes
Wireless Internet Access Yes
Laundromats (self service) No
Laundry/Dry Cleaning Yes
Library No
Movie Theatre Yes
Outdoor Movie Screen Yes
Onboard Weddings Yes
Shops Yes
Showroom Yes
Spa Yes
Video Arcade Yes
Fitness & Sports Facilities
Basketball Court Yes
Fitness Center Yes
Golf Driving Net No
Golf Simulator No
Ice Skating Rink No
Jogging Track Yes
Mini-Golf Course Yes
Swimming Pool Yes
Tennis Court No
Water Sports Platform No
Bowling No
Pickle Ball Yes
Cabin Features & Amenities
24-Hour Room Service Yes
Hair Dryer Yes
Safe Yes
Telephone Yes
Television Yes
Kids Facilities & Family Activities
Babysitting Yes
Children's Playroom Yes
Kiddie Pool Yes
Supervised Youth Program Yes
Teen Center Yes
Water Playground/Splash Park Yes
Character Experiences No
Cooking Classes Yes
Rock Climbing Wall No
Dry Slides No
Escape Room No
Game Shows Yes
Waterslide Yes
Laser Tag No
Private Island Yes
Racetrack No
Roller Coaster Yes
Ropes Course Yes
Virtual Reality Games No
Zipline No
Special Needs & Requests
Adjoining Cabins
     (private connecting doors)
Yes
Kosher Meals Yes
Single Occupancy Cabins No
Single Share Program No
Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins 84
Category SV (Carnival Excel Presidential Suite)
If you are looking for the largest stateroom and best view on the ship — one practically the same as what the captain sees — then the search stops here. But there’s more to know: for one thing, this stateroom features a separate living room and bedroom, and these spaces are packing two TVs, a walk-in closet, a lighted vanity and sectional sofa. There's a dining area, and of course there’s a wet bar. You'll find truly deluxe extras like the bathroom with large shower and two sinks, plus a separate private room featuring a toilet and extra sink. Did we forget the hot tub? Of course not — it’s outside on the wraparound balcony, which is so large that “balcony” might not even be the right description since it features seating and lounging options, from lounge chairs to loveseats, rocking chair to daybed, for over a dozen of close friends, including four at the al fresco dining table. (Stateroom: 476 sq. ft., Balcony: 646 sq. ft.)

Category LS (Carnival Excel Aft Suite)
A Carnival Excel Aft Suite is one of the most spacious staterooms on the ship… and if we’re talking square-footage, let’s just say the wraparound balcony is made for entertaining. (Okay, let’s also say it has a private hot tub, dining area, a daybed, and a sitting area) But back inside the room, which features a separate living room and bedroom, you will find some nice perks that make this room truly deluxe. For instance, how about an ample bathroom with large shower and double sink, plus a separate private room featuring a toilet and extra sink? You'll have it all. Or two TVs, a walk-in closet, a lighted vanity and sectional sofa? All of those — check! (Stateroom: 463 sq. ft., Balcony: 398 sq. ft.

Category KS (Carnival Excel Corner Suite (obstructed view))
Twelve suites on the port and starboard sides of the ship featuring separate sleeping and lounging areas, a wet bar and wraparound balconies with lounging and dining areas. (Stateroom: 398 sq. ft., Balcony: 312 sq. ft.)

Category DS (Carnival Excel Suite)
A Carnival Excel Suite aboard Mardi Gras is the kind of room that proves that vacation and comfort go hand-in-hand. In this large room you will find not only a bathroom with a spacious shower and a double sink, but a good amount of room for living and lounging, plus true nice-to-haves like a dining area and two TVs — one in the sleeping area and one in the living space. The room also features extra space for kicking back, ocean-breeze-style, on a balcony featuring lounge chairs and an al fresco dining table. (Stateroom: 410 sq. ft., Balcony: 205 sq. ft.)

Category HU (Havana Cabana Corner Suite (obstructed view))
Consider your Havana stateroom or suite your own island resort aboard Mardi Gras. Most important is the exclusive location: near the Havana Bar & Pool. This pool is your members-only spot by day, and a fun-for-all hotspot when the sun goes down. Indoors, all Havana staterooms feature a unique décor, but step up to a Havana Cabana for an extra-large outdoor chill space. Step into a Havana Cabana suite for even more space, plus a luxurious rain shower. (All Havana stateroom guests must be 12 or older.) (Stateroom: 350 sq. ft., Balcony: 161 sq. ft.)

Category HS (Havana Cabana Suite)
You could call the Havana Cabana Suite the crème de la crème… but that's French. So here's your Spanish lesson for today: la habitación mejor. In "the best room" you'll find all the luxury of a suite, all decked out in Cuba-inspired decor. Outside your Havana Cabana Suite lies a private lounging area with your own deck chairs and hammock, plus exclusive daytime access to Havana Pool area... not to mention amenities like VIP check-in, a walk-in closet, and a bathroom with one luxurious rain shower. (All Havana stateroom guests must be 12 or older.) (Stateroom: 308 sq. ft., Balcony: 118 sq. ft.)

Category SS (Cloud 9 Spa Suite)
Two twin beds (convert to king). Sofa, chair and coffee table. Vanity with illuminated mirror. Full deluxe bathroom with walk-in shower. Ample closet space. Private large balcony with patio chairs and table. Exclusive Cloud 9 Spa amenities: Priority spa reservations, free fitness classes, unlimited access to the thermal suites, exclusive discounts on treatments during port days and more. Exclusive amenities apply to 1st and 2nd guests only; 3rd and 4th guests are not entitled to the exclusive amenities. (Stateroom: 287 sq. ft., Balcony: 54 sq. ft.

Category OT, OS (Ocean Suite)
A Mardi Gras Ocean Suite offers more space for stretching out indoors, plus a large balcony for kicking back outdoors. Stateroom includes two twin beds (convert to king). Vanity. Separate sitting area with sofa and coffee table. Full deluxe bathroom with walk-in shower. Ample closet space. (Stateroom: 287 sq. ft., Balcony: 54 sq. ft., wheelchair accessible cabins are approximately 410 sq. ft., Balcony: 205 sq. ft.)

Category FP (Family Harbor Ocean View Suite)
Let the whole family — especially the little ones — experience the wide-eyed wonder of a great room with an amazing view: a Family Harbor Ocean View Suite stateroom. Not only are the sky, the sea and the sights beautiful to behold from your client's window, but Family Harbor staterooms feature a unique nautical décor inspired by the craft of seafaring itself. This room sleeps five, by the way, and features a separate bedroom and living room area, with a TV in each. These rooms aren’t just fun, but are practical — you get a walk-in closet, plus a convenient full bathroom and a separate washroom. (Stateroom: 312 sq. ft.)

Category HG (Havana Extended Cabana (obstructed view))
Consider your Havana stateroom or suite your own island resort aboard Mardi Gras. Most important is the exclusive location: near the Havana Bar & Pool. This pool is your members-only spot by day, and a fun-for-all hotspot when the sun goes down. Indoors, all Havana staterooms feature a unique décor, but step up to a Havana Cabana for an extra-large outdoor chill space. Step into a Havana Cabana suite for even more space, plus a luxurious rain shower. (All Havana stateroom guests must be 12 or older.) (Stateroom: 205 sq. ft., Balcony: 97 sq. ft.)

Category HE (Havana Cabana)
There are amenities by the handful in this Havana-flavored stateroom, but the one that'll excite you most of all is likely to be this: Havana Cabana staterooms come with an outdoor patio — complete with your own loungy deck chairs — right outside your room. They also feature Cuba-inspired decor, exclusive daytime access to Havana Pool area and loads of sunlight with floor-to-ceiling window, but like we said... your very own deck chairs! (All Havana stateroom guests must be 12 or older.) (Stateroom: 205 sq. ft., Balcony: 82 sq. ft.)

Category 8V (Cloud 9 Spa Forward-View Extended Balcony)
Cloud 9 Spa staterooms on Mardi Gras feature exclusive décor and in-room amenities to help soothe you after a long day’s fun — spa bathrobes and slippers, plus toiletries by Elemis. Book one of these staterooms and enjoy priority spa reservations, unlimited access to the thermal suites, free fitness classes, exclusive discounts and more! (Stateroom: 205 sq. ft., Balcony: 97 sq. ft.)

Category 8P (Cloud 9 Spa Balcony)
Whether you're warming up for your spa appointment or winding down after your treatment, there's no better place to do it than on your Cloud 9 Spa Balcony. Breathing is important — take the ocean breeze in, then let it out — you're already getting the hang of the whole spa thing! (Stateroom: 205 sq. ft., Balcony: 44 sq. ft.)

Category 7S (Cloud 9 Spa Cove Balcony)
Cloud 9 Spa staterooms on Mardi Gras feature exclusive décor and in-room amenities to help soothe you after a long day’s fun — spa bathrobes and slippers, plus toiletries by Elemis. Book one of these staterooms and enjoy priority spa reservations, unlimited access to the thermal suites, free fitness classes, exclusive discounts and more! (Stateroom: 205 sq. ft., Balcony: 44 sq. ft.)

Category 8N, 8M (Premium-View Extended Balcony)
Extended Balcony staterooms feature a larger balcony for more lounge-around room, more kick-back space... not to even mention some of the best stern-side views you'll find anywhere. Get ready to relax as you gaze upon the gentle wake from your spacious balcony. (Stateroom: 205 sq. ft., Balcony: 68-97 sq. ft., wheelchair accessible cabins are approximately 205 sq. ft., Balcony: 120 sq. ft.)

Category 8L (Premium-View Extended Balcony (obstructed view))
Extended Balcony staterooms feature a larger balcony for more lounge-around room, more kick-back space... not to even mention some of the best stern-side views you'll find anywhere. Get ready to relax as you gaze upon the gentle wake from your spacious balcony. (Stateroom: 205 sq. ft., Balcony: 68-97 sq. ft., wheelchair accessible cabins are approximately 205 sq. ft., Balcony: 120 sq. ft.)

Category 8K, 8J (Premium-View Extended Balcony)
Extended Balcony staterooms feature a larger balcony for more lounge-around room, more kick-back space... not to even mention some of the best stern-side views you'll find anywhere. Get ready to relax as you gaze upon the gentle wake from your spacious balcony. (Stateroom: 205 sq. ft., Balcony: 68-97 sq. ft., wheelchair accessible cabins are approximately 205 sq. ft., Balcony: 120 sq. ft.)

Category 8G, 8F, 8E, 8D, 8C, 8B, 8A (Balcony)
Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views. Any time you're in your room, you're just steps away from your own personal outdoor oasis, featuring the sort of sea view you can also feel. (Stateroom: 205 sq. ft., Balcony: 44 sq. ft.)

Category 7Y, 7X (Junior Balcony)
Balcony staterooms are proof that while it’s great to be cruisey… on vacation, breeziness is a virtue too. And any time you’re in your well-appointed Balcony stateroom aboard Mardi Gras, you’re just steps away from the outdoors by way of your private open-air oasis. Designed for kicking back al fresco, you’re in for some amazing ocean views… views so stunning you’ll just have to feel ‘em to believe ‘em. (State room: 172 sq. ft., Balcony: 44 sq. ft.)

Category 7C (Cove Balcony)
These staterooms have balconies closest to the waterline, offering spectacular views, making it easy and exciting to sit, relax and admire the passing scenery. (Stateroom: 185 sq.ft., Balcony: 45 sq.ft.)

Note: The balcony has a cove-like enclosure, and the bottom half of the balcony rail has a solid steel panel.


Category 6S (Cloud 9 Spa Ocean View)
The best way to enjoy the relaxing, invigorating Cloud 9 Spa while on a cruise is in a spa stateroom, and this one fits the bill, providing comfy accommodations and convenient, priority access to treatments and services at the Cloud 9 Spa. (Note that rooms of this type have obstructed views.) (243 sq. ft.)

Category FE (Family Harbor Ocean View)
Let the whole family — especially the little ones — experience the wide-eyed wonder of sailing in a room with a view: a Family Harbor Ocean View stateroom. Not only will a vacation with a view like this help cultivate a lifelong love of the ocean, but Family Harbor staterooms feature a unique nautical décor inspired by the craft of seafaring itself. And while you sail along, the whole family will enjoy exclusive access to the nearby Family Harbor Lounge, plus more great perks around the ship. (243 sq. ft.)

Category 6B, 6A (Ocean View)
Catch a glimpse of what's going by from your Ocean View stateroom, where you'll get views you won't find anywhere on land. Don't miss sunrise and sunset at sea — your comfy stateroom is the best way to experience these! (243 sq. ft.)

Category HA (Havana Interior)
For a stateroom with extra sabor — for not a lot of dinero — check out a Havana Interior stateroom. You’ll find yours flavorfully decked out in Old Havana style… patterned after a place that certainly wasn’t lacking any. And like we said, you’ll find it for a great price. Aside from the good looks, this room includes exclusive daytime access to the Havana Pool area. (All Havana stateroom guests must be 12 or older.) (158 sq. ft.)

Category 4T, 4S (Cloud 9 Spa Interior)
We've taken the warm essence of our Cloud 9 Spas and infused it into spa staterooms. Your room is the perfect place to do less, actually: just relax and take some you-time, anytime. All Cloud 9 Spa accommodations feature private spa access, special amenities and priority spa reservations. (158 sq. ft.)

Category 4O, 4N (Premium Interior)
Here’s the most affordable way to experience Mardi Gras, without cutting even a single corner in the comfort department. With an Interior stateroom you’ll get a full private bathroom, complimentary 24-hour room service, your choice of bed size and layout — covered in linens you can feel at home in — all of which make this truly a great spot for curling up after a long day’s fun. (205 sq. ft.)

Category FA (Family Harbor Interior)
To truly experience the cozy sanctuary that a harbor provides, check out a Family Harbor Interior stateroom. These rooms are not only an affordable way to keep the family close, but feature a unique nautical décor inspired by the craft of seafaring itself. And while you sail along, the whole family will enjoy exclusive access to the nearby Family Harbor Lounge, plus more great perks around the ship. (158 sq. ft.)

Category 4I, 4H, 4G, 4F, 4E, 4D, 4C, 4B, 4A (Interior)
An Interior stateroom is the most affordable way to cruise, and Carnival's interiors are not just cozy, but are full of things you'd expect from any Carnival stateroom: a full private bathroom, Carnival Comfort Collection linens and just-a-call-away 24-hour room service. (158 sq. ft.)