The AmaBella is a stunning river ship, unique in her own right. A classic design palette of black and white in the Main Lounge allows your conversations to provide the color. The intimate marbled bar is an inviting place to grab a cocktail and the Sun Deck putting green, featured only on select AmaWaterways ships, lures both regular golfers and newcomers alike. Most staterooms feature signature twin balconies so you can enjoy the views however you wish, as well as Entertainment on Demand and marble bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads. Suites feature added enhancements, including a larger sitting area and an expansive bathroom complete with a bathtub and separate shower. You will also find a massage and hair salon on board, as well as a fitness room, specialty coffee station and gift shop. Mealtimes are a feast for the senses in the Main Restaurant and at The Chef’s Table.
Year Built
2010Year Refurbished
Year Entered Present Fleet
2010Country of Registry
SwitzerlandTonnage (GRT)
2,650PAX (basis 2)
161Max Pax (inc. Uppers)
161Passenger Decks
3Number of Crew
51Officers' Nationality
InternationalCruise/Hotel Staff Nationality
InternationalSuites
5Balcony
0Oceanview
19Oceanview No Balcony
0Oceanview With Balcony
0Balconies
57Interior
0Accessible
20Total Number of Accommodations
1000Suite
Size: 350 sq.ft. French Balcony & Outside Window. Located on deck Violin. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Size: 350 sq.ft. French Balcony & Outside Window. Located on deck Violin. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
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Size: 235 sq.ft. French Balcony and Outside Balcony. Located on Deck Violin. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Size: 235 sq.ft. French Balcony and Outside Balcony. Located on Deck Cello. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Size: 210 sq.ft. French Balcony and Outside Balcony. Located on Deck Violin. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Size: 210 sq.ft. French Balcony and Outside Balcony. Located on Deck Cello. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Size: 170 sq.ft. French Balcony. Located on Deck Violin and Cello. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Size: 235 sq.ft. French Balcony and Outside Balcony. Located on Deck Violin. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Size: 235 sq.ft. French Balcony and Outside Balcony. Located on Deck Cello. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Size: 210 sq.ft. French Balcony and Outside Balcony. Located on Deck Violin. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Size: 210 sq.ft. French Balcony and Outside Balcony. Located on Deck Cello. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Size: 170 sq.ft. French Balcony. Located on Deck Violin and Cello. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Outside Stateroom
Outside Stateroom
Size: 170 sq.ft. Fixed Window, located on the deck Piano. Features: In room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Size: 170 sq.ft. Fixed Window. Located on the deck Piano. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Size: 170 sq.ft. Fixed Window, located on the deck Piano. Features: In room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Size: 170 sq.ft. Fixed Window. Located on the deck Piano. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library.
Sun Deck
Violin Deck
Cello Deck
Piano Deck
4.6
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Danube south not quite as interesting as Danube northRECOMMENDED
YesEnjoyed cruise and AMA as organized as ever. Crew very well trained and friendly. Food is very good but it appears to me that portions are somewhat smaller than in the past. This was taken care of when several of our party ordered two main courses. Desserts are very good and you can order two or even three. Airport transportation was seamless. Tours were enjoyable and informative.
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food - it was not as wonderful as everything else. (especially dinners)RECOMMENDED
NoEveryone I spoke with on the cruise said the same thing - how nice the cruise all in all was. You could tell the staff loved their jobs. Ship was a littler older, but still nice. Many wanted to sail on Ama again.
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Great crew. Nice ship. Perfectly clean.CONS
Food and beverage average at best. Limited food choices. Few wine options. No free time on excursions.RECOMMENDED
NoGuides were good for the most part. Most trips were just “walk around” with no time to visit museums, etc. Menus limited. Only two extra options each night excluding basics “always available” salmon, steak, chicken breast. Not for travelers who want to experience a location.
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We only booked one weekRECOMMENDED
YesLoved every minute, we are very impressed with the complete cruise.
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Friendly and effective staff, great excursions, cleanCONS
Tips not included, Drinks only sometimes included, no coffee machine in room, no self-laundryRECOMMENDED
YesGreat experience overall. Great staff, ship, and excursions. Be aware that tips are not included, which made things awkward on the last day since individual tips were encouraged. The lowest deck is partially submerged so would not recommend. State rooms without French or balcony doors have only very small windows. Christmas markets in Eastern Europe are no major destination.
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Itinerary and knowledge of guidesCONS
Small cabins and lack of storage and power outletsRECOMMENDED
YesNice cruise line and staff. Prefer onboard.enrichment on Viking
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YesThis was our first experience on a river cruise and Amawaterways was an excellent choice.
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MARCH
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Too many to list, Prague is fascinating and beautiful, the ship was casually luxurious, all the stops and excursions were terrific, staff was friendly and eager to please, etc.CONS
NoneRECOMMENDED
YesSee Pros above … enjoyed the cuisine (locally and on the ship), enjoyed all excursion options (walking, hiking, & biking), we upgraded our room to have slightly more room and it was worth the slight extra cost, beautiful views, amazing vacation!
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Cruise Manager, Ship staff, hygiene, safety, meals, staff services, shore excursions, tour guides, luxuryCONS
Only one: it was difficult to find small change for tipping tour guides due to currency shortages in eastern Europe.RECOMMENDED
YesAma Waterways delivers a superb river cruise experience. Every aspect of the cruise was carefully planned and organized and the ship's staff were highly skilled and extremely accommodating. All staff wore masks 100% of the time they were in areas accessible to passengers. The Cruise Manager was exceptional in her organization, knowledge and relationships with guests.
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DECEMBER
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Great ship, great cruise director, great walking tours.CONS
NoneRECOMMENDED
YesThe cruise exceeded my expectations. The ship was beautiful, the crew were attentive and gracious, the cruise director was amazing, and the sights were wonderful. All the city tours were informative and most of the guides were very knowledgeable and helpful. The pace was good, and it was a lot of fun. The weather was a bit cold but not unexpected for central Europe in December. I was impressed how concerned the ship/crew was with sanitation. They had hand sanitizer and hot towels to greet us on our return from shore excursions. Additionally, they had hand sanitizer available before we entered the dining rooms. This was admirable, given the stories of many ships in recent years that have had many sick cruisers aboard! We had a wonderful time, met some new friends, and will definitely consider another cruise with Amawaterways in the future.
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STAFF/CAPTAIN GREAT SERVICE FROM ALL!CONS
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No<div>OVERALL A WONDERFUL RIVER CRUISING EXPERIENCE.</div>
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