MARDI GRAS: FUN-FUELED VACATION INNOVATION POWERED BY LNG
When we launched our first ship, 1972's TSS Mardi Gras, we made cruising a lot less stuffy, a bit less fancy, the kind of fun everybody could enjoy. Nobody expected this ship to change the cruise world, but... here we are! So here’s a brand-new ship with a familiar name. With this Mardi Gras® we aren't just paying homage to our first ship — in cruising circles this name suggests innovation, signals the start of something big. Oh, and this Mardi Gras still shouts “fun!” at the top of its lungs. This ship introduces Zones — six themed areas packed with brand-new experiences for eating, drinking and spectacularly getting down to fun. There's BOLT®, the first-ever rollercoaster at sea, Emeril's Bistro 1396™ from yes-that-Emeril, Family Feud™ Live for everybody... plus incredible new bars like The Brass Magnolia and Fortune Teller. Everybody can enjoy Mardi Gras, sailing now. Come on down!
Ship Calendar
Destination
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Jan 2026
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Caribbean
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Ship Details
Year Built
2021
Capacity
5,282
Meeting Rooms
Yes
Year Refurbished
N/A
Elevators
N/A
Casino
Yes
Registry
Panama
Restaurants
13
Disco
Yes
Tonnage
180,800
Bars
8
Fitness Center
Yes
Cabins
2,641
Pools
3
Children's Program
Yes
Handicap Cabins
82
Theaters
Y
Internet Cafe
Yes
Shops
Yes
Library
Yes
Spa
Yes
Ship Decks
Deck 19
Deck 19
Deck 18
Deck 18
Deck 17
Deck 17
Deck 16
Deck 16
Deck 15
Deck 15
Deck 14
Deck 14
Deck 12
Deck 12
Deck 11
Deck 11
Deck 10
Deck 10
Deck 9
Deck 9
Deck 8
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 7
Deck 6
Deck 6
Deck 5
Deck 5
Deck 4
Deck 4
Ship Cabins
Aft-View Extended Balcony
Extended Balcony staterooms feature a larger balcony with more outdoor lounge-around room, more open-air kick-back space⦠and back inside the room itself, all the comfort you expect with a great view and plenty of sunlight.
Aft-View Extended Balcony
Balcony Guarantee
Two twin beds (convert to king), single sofa bed and one upper pullman. Sofa, plus vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space. Private balcony with patio chairs and table.
Dedicated room steward
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
In-room safe for valuables
Plenty of closet and drawer space
Television
Stateroom climate control
Bathrobes upon request
Balcony Guarantee
Balcony Stateroom
Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, so look to a balcony if youâre looking to cruise with a view aboard Mardi Gras. Any time youâre in your room, youâre just steps away from your own personal outdoor oasis, featuring the sort of sea view you can also feel.
Balcony Stateroom
Balcony
Balcony staterooms were designed for maximum sea breeze and the most stunning views, so look to a balcony if youâre looking to cruise with a view aboard Mardi Gras. A Junior Balcony stateroom features the same size balcony as standard Balcony rooms, just with a little less interior space. Any time youâre in your room, youâre just steps away from your own personal outdoor oasis, featuring the sort of sea view you can also feel.
Balcony
Carnival Excel Aft Suite
A Carnival Excel Aft Suite is one of the most spacious rooms on the ship with a wraparound balcony made for entertaining. (It has a private hot tub, dining area, daybed, plus plenty of loungy seating!) Back inside, youâll find a separate living room and bedroom with perks like two TVs, a walk-in closet, a lighted vanity, a sectional sofa, and an ample bathroom with large shower and double sink, plus a separate private room for the toilet and an extra sink.
Amenities exclusive to Carnival Excel suites:
Complimentary access to Loft 19â¢, plus priority cabana reservations
Dedicated concierge phone line
Guaranteed reservations at most specialty dining spots
Sparkling wine and fruit basket upon arrival
Bottomless Bubbles⢠soft drink package
Complimentary room service, on-demand movies and laundry service
Upgraded bathroom amenities
Plus, all suites include:
Priority check-in and express boarding
Priority Main Dining Room time assignment
Priority debarkation at all ports
Two large bottles of water
Pillow-top mattress
Bathrobes
Plus, every room includes:
Dedicated room steward
Carnival Comfort Collection® linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control
Carnival Excel Aft Suite
Carnival Excel Corner Suite
A Carnival Excel Corner Suite aboard Mardi Gras features tons of indoor space, plus a large wraparound balcony with lounge chairs and an al fresco dining table. Back inside this impressive room youâll find a king-size bed, deluxe bathroom, plus a living room featuring a wet bar.
Amenities exclusive to Carnival Excel suites:
Complimentary access to Loft 19â¢, plus priority cabana reservations
Dedicated concierge phone line
Guaranteed reservations at most specialty dining spots
Sparkling wine and fruit basket upon arrival
Bottomless Bubbles⢠soft drink package
Complimentary room service, on-demand movies and laundry service
Upgraded bathroom amenities
Plus, all suites include:
Priority check-in and express boarding
Priority Main Dining Room time assignment
Priority debarkation at all ports
Two large bottles of water
Pillow-top mattress
Bathrobes
Plus, every room includes:
Dedicated room steward
Carnival Comfort Collection® linens
Plenty of closet and drawer space
In-room safe for valuables
Television
Stateroom climate control
Carnival Excel Corner Suite
Carnival Excel Presidential Suite
Separate Bedroom: Two twin beds (convert to king). Vanity with illuminated mirror. Lounge chair. Deluxe bathroom with walk-in shower and two sinks; separate area for toilet and extra sink. Walk-in closet with ample closet space.
Living Room: Sectional sofa (double sofa bed), upper pullman, lounge chair and coffee table. Dining area for four. Wet bar. Large wraparound balcony with private hot tub, outdoor shower, daybed, lounge chairs and dining area.
Access to Thermal Suites and Havana Pool
Complimentary access to Loft 19, plus priority cabana reservations
Dedicated concierge phone line
Guaranteed Main Dining Room time assignment
Guaranteed reservations at most specialty dining spots, when reserved 24 hours prior
Sparkling wine and fruit bowl upon arrival
Bottomless Bubbles soft drink package
Complimentary room service
Upgraded bathroom amenities
Complimentary on-demand movies
Complimentary laundry service
Priority check-in and boarding
Priority main dining room time assignment (Early, Late or Your Time Dining)
Priority debarkation at all ports
Two large bottles of water
Pillow-top mattresses
Bathrobes
Dedicated room steward
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
In-room safe for valuables
Plenty of closet and drawer space
Two televisions
Stateroom climate control
Carnival Excel Presidential Suite
Carnival Excel Suite
Two twin beds (convert to king), single sofa bed and one upper pullman. Sofa and coffee table. Vanity with illuminated mirror. Dining area for four. Full deluxe bathroom with walk-in shower. Walk-in closet with ample closet space. Private large balcony with deck chairs and dining table.
Complimentary access to Loft 19, plus priority cabana reservations
Dedicated concierge phone line
Guaranteed Main Dining Room time assignment
Guaranteed reservations at most specialty dining spots, when reserved 24 hours prior
Sparkling wine and fruit bowl upon arrival
Bottomless Bubbles soft drink package
Complimentary room service
Upgraded bathroom amenities
Complimentary on-demand movies
Complimentary laundry service
Priority check-in and boarding
Priority main dining room time assignment (Early, Late or Your Time Dining)
Priority debarkation at all ports
Two large bottles of water
Pillow-top mattresses
Bathrobes
Dedicated room steward
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
In-room safe for valuables
Plenty of closet and drawer space
Two televisions
Stateroom climate control
Carnival Excel Suite
Cloud 9 Spa Balcony
Whether youâre warming up for your spa appointment or winding down after your treatment, thereâs no better place to do it than on your Cloud 9 Spa Balcony. Breathing is important â take in the ocean breeze, then let it out â youâre already getting the hang of spa life! (Donât forget: all Cloud 9 Spa staterooms feature exclusive spa perks.)
Two twin beds (convert to king). Sofa, plus vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space. Private forward-facing extended 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.
Note: Exclusive amenities apply to 1st and 2nd guests only; 3rd and 4th guests are not entitled to the exclusive amenities.
All images are representative of staterooms. Actual configurations may vary.
Cloud 9 Spa Forward-View Extended Balcony
Cloud 9 Spa Interior
Weâve taken the warm essence of our Cloud 9 Spas and infused it into spa staterooms on Mardi Gras. Your room is the perfect place to do less, actually: just relax and take some you-time, anytime. (Donât forget: all Cloud 9 Spa staterooms feature exclusive spa perks.)
Cloud 9 Spa Interior
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, pairing comfy accommodations with a great view. (Donât forget: all Cloud 9 Spa staterooms feature exclusive spa perks.)
Two twin beds (convert to king). Sofa, plus vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space. Connecting door to adjacent stateroom. Private balcony with patio chairs and table.
Dedicated room steward
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
In-room safe for valuables
Plenty of closet and drawer space
Television
Stateroom climate control
Bathrobes upon request
Cove Balcony
Deluxe Vista Suite
A Carnival Excel Aft Suite is one of the most spacious staterooms on the ship⦠and if weâre talking square-footage, letâs just say the wraparound balcony is made for entertaining. (Okay, letâs also say it has a private hot tub, dining area, daybed, plus plenty of loungy seating. Wow!) But back inside the room, which features a separate living room and bedroom, youâll 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 for the toilet and an extra sink? Youâve got it all. Or two TVs, a walk-in closet, a lighted vanity and sectional sofa? All of those â check!
Deluxe Vista Suite
Extended Balcony
Two twin beds (convert to king). Sofa, plus vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space. Private extended balcony with patio chairs and table.
Dedicated room steward
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
In-room safe for valuables
Plenty of closet and drawer space
Television
Stateroom climate control
Bathrobes upon request
Extended Balcony
Family Harbor Deluxe Ocean View
Two twin beds (convert to king), single sofa bed and two upper pullmans. Sofa and coffee table. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower and double sinks plus separate washroom with sink and junior tub. Walk-in dressing area with ample closet space. Picture window.
Exclusive Family Harbor amenities: Access to Family Harbor Lounge featuring breakfast, snacks during the day, plus Hasbro board games, family movies, video games and more. Kids eat free in most specialty onboard restaurants and get a free evening of Night Owls babysitting service.
Note: Twin beds do not convert to king when both upper pullmans are in use.
All images are representative of staterooms. Actual configurations may vary.
Two twin beds (convert to king), double sofa bed and one upper pullman. Sofa and coffee table. Desk and seat. Full bathroom with shower plus separate washroom with sink and junior tub. Walk-in dressing area with ample closet space. Large picture window with window seat.
Exclusive Family Harbour amenities: Access to Family Harbour Lounge featuring breakfast, snacks during the day, plus board games, family movies, video games and more. Kids eat free in most specialty onboard restaurants and get a free evening of Night Owls babysitting service.
Exclusive access to Family Harbour Lounge
Daily breakfast and snacks in the Family Harbor Lounge
A selection of board games, family movies and video games in the Family Harbour Lounge
Kids eat free in most specialty onboard restaurants
Free evening of Night Owls babysitting service at Camp Ocean
Priority check-in and boarding
Priority main dining room time assignment (Early, Late or Your Time Dining)
Priority debarkation at all ports
Two large bottles of water
Pillow-top mattresses
Bathrobes
Dedicated room steward
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
In-room safe for valuables
Plenty of closet and drawer space
Television
Stateroom climate control
Family Harbour Ocean View Suite
Forward-View Extended Balcony
Two twin beds (convert to king). Sofa, plus vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space. Private forward-facing extended balcony with patio chairs and table.
Note: View is partially obstructed by steel railing.
Folks love staterooms like this for the Old Havana flavor⦠but thatâs only the beginning. Right outside your Havana Extended Cabana lies a large outdoor patio complete with your own loungy deck chairs. Back inside the room youâll also enjoy loads of sunlight courtesy of the floor-to-ceiling window. (All Havana stateroom guests must be 12 or older⦠and donât forget: all Havana staterooms feature exclusive perks!)
Havana Extended Cabana
Havana Interior
For a stateroom with extra sabor â for not a lot of dinero â check out a Havana Interior stateroom. Youâll find yours all flavorfully decked out in Old Havana style⦠taking its cues from a place and time that certainly werenât lacking in style. And like we said, youâll find all this for a great price! (All Havana stateroom guests must be 12 or older⦠and donât forget that all Havana staterooms feature exclusive perks!)
Two twin beds (convert to king) and two upper pullmans. Vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space.
Dedicated room steward
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
In-room safe for valuables
Plenty of closet and drawer space
Television
Stateroom climate control
Bathrobes upon request
Interior Guarantee
Interior Stateroom
An Interior stateroom is the most affordable way to cruise, and Mardi Grasâ interiors donât leave out the comfort! This room is great for curling up after a long dayâs fun
Interior Stateroom
Junior Balcony
Two twin beds (convert to king). Vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space. Private balcony with patio chairs and table.
Dedicated room steward
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
In-room safe for valuables
Plenty of closet and drawer space
Television
Stateroom climate control
Bathrobes upon request
Junior Balcony
Ocean Suite
Two twin beds (convert to king). Vanity with illuminated mirror. Separate sitting area with sofa and coffee table. Full deluxe bathroom with walk-in shower. Ample closet space. Private large balcony with patio chairs and table.
Priority check-in and boarding
Priority main dining room time assignment (Early, Late or Your Time Dining)
Priority debarkation at all ports
Two large bottles of water
Pillow-top mattresses
Bathrobes
Dedicated room steward
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
In-room safe for valuables
Plenty of closet and drawer space
Television
Stateroom climate control
Ocean Suite
Ocean View Guarantee
Two twin beds (convert to king), single sofa bed and one upper pullman. Sofa, plus vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space. Connecting door to adjacent stateroom. Picture window.
Dedicated room steward
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
In-room safe for valuables
Plenty of closet and drawer space
Television
Stateroom climate control
Bathrobes upon request
Ocean View Guarantee
Ocean View Stateroom
Catch a glimpse of whatâs going by from your Ocean View stateroom aboard Mardi Gras, where youâll get views you wonât find anywhere on land. Donât miss sunrise and sunset at sea âyour comfy stateroom is a great way to experience these two special times of day!
Ocean View Stateroom
Outside
A Carnival Excel Corner Suite aboard Mardi Gras features tons of indoor space, plus a large wraparound balcony with lounge chairs and an al fresco dining table, for when you need a little more space. Back inside this impressive room youâll find a king-size bed, deluxe bathroom, plus a living room featuring a wet bar.
Outside
Premium Balcony 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 youâll find not only a bathroom with a spacious shower and a double sink, but a good amount of room for living and lounging. Plus thereâs truly nice-to-haves like a dining area and two TVs â one in the sleeping area and one in the living space. Your room also features extra space for kicking back, ocean-breeze-style, on your balcony featuring lounge chairs and an al fresco dining table.
Premium Balcony Suite
Premium Interior
Two twin beds (convert to king) and single sofa bed. Vanity with illuminated mirror. Full bathroom with shower. Ample closet space.
Dedicated room steward
Soft, cozy linens (Carnival Comfort Collection®)
In-room safe for valuables
Plenty of closet and drawer space
Television
Stateroom climate control
Bathrobes upon request
Premium Interior
Suite Guarantee
Two twin beds (convert to king). Vanity with illuminated mirror. Separate sitting area with sofa and coffee table. Full deluxe bathroom with walk-in shower. Ample closet space. Private large balcony with patio chairs and table.
Priority check-in and boarding
Priority main dining room time assignment (Early, Late or Your Time Dining)