IMO: 9192179
Silver Whisper
Technical specifications, historical timeline, and comprehensive venue inventory.
The Blueprint
- Ship Class
- Shadow-class
- Gross Tonnage (GT)
- 28,258
- Length (FT / M)
- 610 / 186
- Beam (FT / M)
- 81 / 24.8
- Decks (Passenger / Total)
- 8 / 10
- Shipyard
- T. Mariotti, Genoa, Italy
- Registry
- Bahamas
- Godparent(s)
- Marzia Lefebvre D'Ovidio
- LNG Powered
- No
- Build Cost
- $150,000,000
Class Sisters:
Silver Shadow
Timeline & Evolution
Inaugural Sail Year
2001
Major Refurbishments
2016
2018
2024
Significant Changes
- 2016: December 2016 drydock (Freeport, Bahamas), part of Silversea's ~$170M fleetwide program: suites, pool re-tile, jogging track, Panorama Lounge, Observation Lounge, spa.
- 2018: December 2018 drydock (Freeport, Bahamas): public areas redesigned to match Silver Muse; nine Terrace Suites recategorized as Veranda Suites; Arts Cafe added; Connoisseur's Corner and Casino relocated to Deck 8; Library moved to the Deck 10 Observation Lounge; zodiacs and a lifting crane added.
- 2024: May 2024 drydock (most recent).
Registry & Build Record
- IMO Number
- 9192179
- MMSI
- 308322000
- Call Sign
- C6FN7
- Classification Society
- RINA (Registro Italiano Navale)
- Hull / Yard Number
- 982
- Maiden Voyage
- June 2001
- Maximum Draft
- 6 m (19.7 ft)
- Maximum Beam
- 26.0 m (85.3 ft)
Capacity & Space
- Double Occupancy
- 388
- Maximum Capacity
- 466
- Total Crew
- 295
- Passenger-to-Crew Ratio
- 1.32:1
- Space Ratio
- 72.83
Onboard Inventory
- Swimming Pools
- 1*
- Hot Tubs / Whirlpools
- 2*
- Bars & Lounges
- 4
- Complimentary Dining Venues
- 4
- Specialty Dining Venues
- 1
- Elevators
- 5*
* Unofficial count — the cruise line publishes no official total for this figure.
Power & Propulsion
- Propulsion
- Diesel-mechanical (twin-shaft, controllable-pitch propellers)
- Fuel Type
- Marine diesel oil / gas oil (conventional diesel; not LNG)
- Installed Power
- 15.7 MW (21,054 hp)
- Propulsion Power
- 15.7 MW (21,054 hp)
- Maximum Speed
- 21 Knots
- Engine Configuration
- 2 x Wartsila 8R46 medium-speed diesels (7,850 kW each, ~15.7 MW total), twin-shaft diesel-mechanical to controllable-pitch propellers
Logistics
- Cruising Speed
- 18.5 Knots
- Medical Center
- Deck 3
Elevator Banks
Guest elevators
3-10
Designated Smoking Zones
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Connoisseur's Corner terraceoutdoor_designatedLocation: Deck 8Outdoor cigar/smoking terrace
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Designated open decksoutdoorLocation: Open decksDesignated outdoor areas
Cabin Summary
Total: 194
ADA Compliant: 2
- Suites
- 194
- Balcony
- 0
- Oceanview
- 0
- Inside
- 0
The Apex Suite
Grand Suite
838 SQ FT
The Grand Suite is the ship's top accommodation - an 838-square-foot suite with a private teak veranda (up to about 1,435 square feet as a two-bedroom), served by a personal butler.
Stateroom Taxonomy
Suites
- Grand Suite4
- Royal Suite2
- Owner's Suite4
- Silver Suite13
- Medallion Suite2
- Verandah Suite134
- Vista Suite35
Features & Amenities
Adults & Wellness
- Spa
- Casino
Entertainment & Culture
- Library
- Observation Lounge
Staterooms & Service
- Butler Service
- All-Inclusive Beverages
- Open Seating Dining
- Self Serve Laundry
Signature Experiences
A butler for every suite
unique
All-suite, all-ocean-view
only
All-inclusive luxury fares
unique
Pool and two Jacuzzis
top-deck attraction
Panorama Lounge
top-deck attraction
Observation Lounge and library
top-deck attraction
Zagara Spa and fitness center
top-deck attraction
Jogging track
top-deck attraction
Ship-Specific Highlights
- All-suite accommodation with a butler for every guest - all 194 rooms are ocean-view suites (about 80% with teak verandas).
- All-inclusive fares - all dining (except La Champagne dinner), all beverages including premium spirits and champagne, and gratuities are included.
- Zagara Spa - the ship's wellness centre on Deck 10 with treatment rooms, refreshed in the 2018 refit.
- Observation Lounge - a glass-wrapped Deck 10 lounge with an in-house library.
Venues
Complimentary Dining
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The RestaurantrestaurantLocation: Deck 4Main open-seating dining room; included.
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La TerrazzarestaurantLocation: Deck 7ReservationBuffet by day, Italian by night; included.
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The GrillrestaurantLocation: Deck 8Alfresco grill-your-own poolside dining; included.
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Arts CafecafeLocation: Deck 5Casual bites and coffee (added 2018); included.
Specialty Dining
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La ChampagnerestaurantLocation: Deck 7French wine-pairing restaurant (24 seats); reservation and cover charge.
Bars & Nightlife
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Panorama LoungeloungeLocation: Deck 8Observation lounge with piano and cocktails.
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Pool Barpool_barLocation: Deck 8Poolside bar.
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The BarloungeLocation: Deck 5Main bar lounge (Deck 5).
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AtriumbarLocation: Deck 5Atrium lobby bar (atrium redesigned in the 2018 refit).
Pools & Aquatics
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PoolpoolLocation: Deck 8Outdoor swimming pool with two Jacuzzis.
Entertainment Venues
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The Show LoungetheaterLocation: Deck 5Main lounge and show venue.
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Card Roomcard_roomLocation: Deck 7Cards and bridge room.
Casino
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The CasinocasinoLocation: Deck 8Small casino with tables and slots.
Spa & Fitness
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Zagara SpaspaLocation: Deck 10Wellness centre with treatment rooms.
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Fitness Centerfitness_centerLocation: Deck 10Gym with ocean views.
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Beauty SalonsalonLocation: Deck 10Hair and beauty salon.
Retail & Shopping
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BoutiqueshopsLocation: Deck 5Boutique and shops.
Leisure & Public Spaces
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Connoisseur's Cornercigar_loungeLocation: Deck 8Cigar lounge with outdoor smoking terrace (not counted as a bar per owner).
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Observation Loungeobservation_loungeLocation: Deck 10Glass-wrapped forward lounge with in-house library (not counted as a bar per owner).
Guest Services
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ReceptionreceptionLocation: Deck 5Guest relations and reception.
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Medical CentermedicalLocation: Deck 3Onboard hospital/medical centre.
Data Provenance
Last Verified: 2026-07-09