IMO: 9804801
Scarlet Lady
Technical specifications, historical timeline, and comprehensive venue inventory.
The Blueprint
- Ship Class
- Lady-class
- Gross Tonnage (GT)
- 110,000
- Length (FT / M)
- 909 / 277.2
- Beam (FT / M)
- 125 / 38
- Decks (Passenger / Total)
- 13 / 17
- Shipyard
- Fincantieri, Sestri Ponente, Genoa, Italy
- Registry
- Bahamas
- LNG Powered
- No
- Build Cost
- $710,000,000
Timeline & Evolution
Inaugural Sail Year
2021
Major Refurbishments
2024
Significant Changes
- 2024: November 2024 drydock at Fincantieri Palermo: added 24 Seriously Suites (converted from Sea Terrace), introduced the Lucky Lotus by Razzle Dazzle dinner concept, turned Grounds Club Too into a night lounge, added a raw bar at The Wake and six VIP cabanas, upgraded the casino and spa, and debuted a new bow mermaid.
Registry & Build Record
- IMO Number
- 9804801
- MMSI
- 311000807
- Call Sign
- C6DX2
- Classification Society
- Lloyd's Register
- Hull / Yard Number
- 6287
- Maiden Voyage
- 6 October 2021
- Maximum Draft
- 8.05 m (26.4 ft)
- Maximum Beam
- 42.0 m (137.8 ft)
Capacity & Space
- Double Occupancy
- 2,770
- Maximum Capacity
- 2,860
- Total Crew
- 1,160
- Passenger-to-Crew Ratio
- 2.39:1
- Space Ratio
- 39.71
Onboard Inventory
- Swimming Pools
- 1
- Hot Tubs / Whirlpools
- 7
- Bars & Lounges
- 19
- Complimentary Dining Venues
- 10
- À la Carte Dining
- 1*
- Elevators
- 10*
* Unofficial count — the cruise line publishes no official total for this figure.
Power & Propulsion
- Propulsion
- Diesel-electric
- Fuel Type
- HFO-capable diesel-electric; MDO/light diesel in ECA/coastal-port areas; hybrid scrubbers + SCR
- Azipod Units
- 2
- Installed Power
- 48 MW (64,369 hp)
- Propulsion Power
- 32 MW (42,913 hp)
- Maximum Speed
- 22 Knots
- Engine Configuration
- 2x Wartsila 8L46F + 2x Wartsila 12V46F
Logistics
- Cruising Speed
- 20 Knots
- Medical Center
- Deck 4
Elevator Banks
Forward
passenger decks
Midship
passenger decks
Aft
passenger decks
Designated Smoking Zones
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The Smoking Roomindoor_designatedLocation: Deck 6Only internal space where smoking is permitted
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Designated open decksoutdoorLocation: Open decksDesignated outdoor areas
Cabin Summary
Total: 1,408
Solo Configured: 46
ADA Compliant: 29
- Suites
- 78
- Balcony
- 1,130
- Oceanview
- 95
- Inside
- 105
The Apex Suite
Massive Suite
830 SQ FT
The top RockStar suite: an 830-square-foot suite with a 1,317-square-foot terrace, the largest aboard.
Stateroom Taxonomy
Suites
- Massive Suite2
- Fab Suite2
- Posh Suite2
- Gorgeous Suite9
- Brilliant Suite18
- Cheeky Corner Suite14
- Sweet Aft Suite7
- Seriously Suite24
Balcony
- XL Sea Terrace112
- Sea Terrace1,018
Oceanview
- Seaview89
- Solo Seaview6
Inside
- Insider65
- Solo Insider40
Features & Amenities
Adults & Wellness
- Adults Only Area
- Spa
- Thermal Suite
- Casino
Entertainment & Culture
- Production Theater
Staterooms & Service
- Dedicated Solo Staterooms
- Open Seating Dining
Expedition & Marine
- Tender-Port Capable
Signature Experiences
Virgin Voyages' original flagship
fleet first
Lucky Lotus by Razzle Dazzle
unique
Refreshed RockStar suites and rooftop cabanas
unique
Original mermaid hull artwork
unique
Aquatic Club pool
top-deck attraction
Well-Being Pool
top-deck attraction
Athletic Club
top-deck attraction
Outdoor boxing ring
top-deck attraction
The Net
top-deck attraction
Training Camp
top-deck attraction
The Runway jogging track
top-deck attraction
The Perch
top-deck attraction
The Cabanas
top-deck attraction
Sun Club
top-deck attraction
Richard's Rooftop
top-deck attraction
Ship-Specific Highlights
- Adults-only cruising — the ship sails with guests aged 18 and over only.
- More than 20 eateries with no traditional main dining room and no buffet — dining is spread across included sit-down restaurants and food halls.
- Included dining, group fitness classes and Wi-Fi are bundled into the fare at no extra charge.
- Scarlet Night — a signature red-themed deck party evening.
- Squid Ink — a permanent tattoo and piercing studio at sea.
- Smart cabins with mood lighting, tablet controls and a convertible seabed.
- Sea Terrace cabins feature signature red balcony hammocks.
- The Red Room — a transformable main theatre that reconfigures for different shows.
- The Manor — a two-deck nightclub inspired by Richard Branson's music history.
- RockStar and Mega RockStar suite guests get exclusive access to Richard's Rooftop sundeck.
Venues
Complimentary Dining
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The WakerestaurantLocation: Deck 6 aftReservationSteak and seafood with a raw bar (added 2024); reservation recommended.
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Lucky Lotus by Razzle DazzlerestaurantLocation: Deck 5ReservationVegetarian/vegan-forward restaurant; evening 'Lucky Lotus by Razzle Dazzle' Chinese concept (added 2024); reservation recommended.
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Pink AgaverestaurantLocation: Deck 5ReservationUpscale Mexican; reservation recommended.
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Extra VirginrestaurantLocation: Deck 6ReservationItalian trattoria; reservation recommended.
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GunbaerestaurantLocation: Deck 15ReservationKorean BBQ; reservation recommended.
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The Test KitchenrestaurantLocation: Deck 6ReservationExperimental tasting menu; reservation recommended.
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The Dock HouserestaurantLocation: Deck 7Casual Mediterranean.
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The Galleyfood_hallLocation: Deck 15Market-style food hall replacing the buffet.
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The Pizza Placequick_serviceLocation: Deck 7Made-to-order pizzas.
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Lick Me Till...Ice Creamice_creamLocation: Deck 7Complimentary homemade ice cream.
À la Carte Dining
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Grounds ClubcafeLocation: Deck 7Specialty coffee bars (Ministry of Ground + Too); premium coffees charged.
Bars & Nightlife
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Pink Agave Mezcal BarbarLocation: Deck 5Tequila and mezcal bar.
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Red Bar (Lucky Lotus by Razzle Dazzle)barLocation: Deck 5Razzle Dazzle / Lucky Lotus craft-cocktail bar.
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The Casino BarbarLocation: Deck 6Bar adjacent to the casino.
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On the RocksbarLocation: Deck 6Whisky and mixology bar.
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The ManornightclubLocation: Deck 6Two-deck nightclub.
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Extra Virgin Wine BarbarLocation: Deck 6Italian wine bar.
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The Wake Wine BarbarLocation: Deck 6Martini/raw bar at The Wake.
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SiploungeLocation: Deck 7Champagne lounge with afternoon high tea.
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Draught HausbarLocation: Deck 7Craft-beer taproom.
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The Loose CannonpubLocation: Deck 7Nautically-themed bar with bar games.
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The DockloungeLocation: Deck 7Outdoor rose lounge with mezze.
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The Dock House BarbarLocation: Deck 7Bar at the Mediterranean Dock House.
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Aquatic Club Barpool_barLocation: Deck 15Poolside bar.
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Gym & Tonic BarbarLocation: Deck 15Juice and cocktail bar at the gym.
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Gunbae Soju BarbarLocation: Deck 15Soju bar at the Korean BBQ.
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Grounds Club ToobarLocation: Deck 15Coffee bar by day; full-service night lounge/bar (2024 refit).
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Richard's Rooftop BarbarLocation: Deck 16Access restricted to RockStar and Mega RockStar suite guests.
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Sun Club Barpool_barLocation: Deck 16Bar at the Sun Club sundeck.
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The Athletic Club BarbarLocation: Deck 16Outdoor bar at the Athletic Club.
Pools & Aquatics
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Aquatic ClubpoolLocation: Deck 15Main outdoor swimming pool.
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Well-Being PoolwhirlpoolLocation: Deck 15Large whirlpool with plunge pools.
Active Recreation
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The Runwayjogging_trackLocation: Deck 17Top-deck running/skating track.
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The PerchsundeckLocation: Deck 17360-degree yoga sundeck.
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The NetrecreationLocation: Deck 16Suspended catamaran net.
Entertainment Venues
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The Red RoomtheaterLocation: Deck 7Transforming theatre (four configurations).
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The GroupiekaraokeLocation: Deck 7Private karaoke, gaming and movie lounge.
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The Social Club & ArcadearcadeLocation: Deck 7Bar games, arcade, shuffleboard.
Casino
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The CasinocasinoLocation: Deck 6Slots (expanded 2024) and table games.
Spa & Fitness
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Redemption SpaspaLocation: Deck 5Thermal suite, hydrotherapy pool, cold plunge, couples room (added 2024), salon, barber.
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B-Complexfitness_centerLocation: Deck 15Gym with cycling/yoga/cardio studios.
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The Athletic Cluboutdoor_fitnessLocation: Deck 16Outdoor gym with boxing ring.
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The Tune UpsalonLocation: Deck 15Mani-pedi bar and medi-spa.
Retail & Shopping
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High StreetshopsLocation: Deck 6Boutiques and merchandise.
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Voyage Vinylrecord_shopLocation: Deck 7Record shop.
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Booty Free Shopduty_freeLocation: Deck 6Duty-free shop.
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Necessities ShopconvenienceLocation: Deck 7Essentials and souvenirs.
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Squid Inktattoo_studioLocation: Deck 6Tattoo, piercing and permanent-makeup studio.
Leisure & Public Spaces
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Richard's RooftopsundeckLocation: Deck 16Access restricted to RockStar and Mega RockStar suite guests.
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The CabanassundeckLocation: Deck 16Private daybed cabanas (six VIP cabanas added 2024).
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The Sceneevent_spaceLocation: Deck 15VIP event space.
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The Denevent_spaceLocation: Deck 6Flex event space.
Guest Services
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Sailor ServicesreceptionLocation: Deck 5Guest reception and help desk (also Deck 7).
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Get Lostshore_excursionsLocation: Deck 6Shore-excursion desk.
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Medical CentermedicalLocation: Deck 4Onboard medical centre.
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Dry DocksalonLocation: Deck 6Hair salon.
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Stubble & GroombarberLocation: Deck 6Men's barber shop.
Data Provenance
Last Verified: 2026-07-09
The 58 data points on this page are individually source-tracked. Key primary sources are listed below; additional cross-check sources are retained in our internal audit records.
- OFFICIAL Virgin Voyages — official ship page · virginvoyages.com
- SHIPBUILDER Fincantieri — shipbuilder · fincantieri.com
- REFERENCE Wikipedia — ship reference article · en.wikipedia.org
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