P&O Cruises – Oceana Casino Review
Oceana is one of 7 cruise ships owned by P&O Cruises. It is a luxury cruise ship that has been active since 2000 when it was originally built for use in the Caribbean and Alaska. The ship was originally named Ocean Princess but since November 2002 and has been operating from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, under the name Oceana. In summer the vessel sails from Southampton in the UK to various Mediterranean and Scandinavian and in the northern winter they travel throughout the Caribbean.
This casino has many amenities to entertain its guests including their fully-equipped Monte Carlo Club Casino. This simple gaming area is quite large for a casino and houses a few table games and plenty of electronic games.
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P&O CRUISES – OCEANA CASINO GAMES
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Monte Carlo Club Casino is located on D Deck in the middle of the ship. This section of the ship is mainly made up of cabins but the entire central area is reserved for the casino. The staircase descends directly into the casino where the table and electronic games are. You’ll find poker, blackjack, bingo, roulette, and a few electronic games including slots, video blackjack, and video horse racing. These games can be enjoyed during the day until the late evening.
CASINO GAMING OPTIONS:
- Three Card Poker
- Blackjack
- Bingo
- Roulette
- Fun 21 Blackjack
- Virtual Blackjack
- Video Horse Racing
- Slot Machines
P&O CRUISES – OCEANA CASINO DRESS CODE
Guests can visit the casino in casual attire but should refrain from dressing indecently for other guests. This includes not wearing your bathing attire or bath gowns and you should also always wear shoes – even if they are just sandals.
FOOD & BEVERAGES
P&O Cruises has plenty of restaurants and bars to keep your hunger and thirst at bay. There is a bar in the casino which is available with a drinks selection of spirits, beers, ciders, and wine. The ‘Winners Bar’ is the only one available on the same deck as the casino but you can just walk a few steps and you’ll be at one of Oceana’s 12 bars. The most famous of these are Anderson’s Bar, Blue Bar, and Brodie’s. The first two are available for more stylish bar experiences where connoisseurs can enjoy some of the best drinks on the ship, while Brodie’s is the perfect British Pub experience and a great place to get social.
Dining options are plentiful with over 20 different places to get food. Not all of these are full-on restaurants but you’ll always be able to find something to eat. The poolside pizzeria and poolside grill are two great dining locations on the upper decks. Casual dining with delicious steaks, burgers, or pizza – and they even have their speciality hot dog. For a more complete dining experience, you can visit the Al Fresco Restaurant which is a self-service buffet or the Gala Evening which has a spectacular 5-course a la carte menu.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Special events on Oceana? They’re everywhere. This world-class cruise ship is filled to the brim with special events. Every day you will have something to keep you entertained including their evening theatre productions, cabaret performances, fun quiz nights, and unique open-air cinema. These are some of the special events available, but don’t forget to check out your onboard itinerary for the complete list.
ACCOMMODATION & TRANSPORTATION
How you get to the Oceana will entirely depend on where your port of departure is. Every cruise has a different departure port, although they do stick to a few regulars like the UK port of Southampton and the various locations in Europe and the Mediterranean. Make sure you choose your cruise carefully so that you know where you’re leaving from.
Accommodation is part of the package and they have a few different cabins available depending on the level of luxury you’re interested in. The different options are:
- Inside – approximately 145 square ft. cabin with plenty of space and a choice between two single beds or one queen size.
- Sea View – These rooms are slightly larger, with approximately 170 square ft., and have beautiful sea views. They are less expensive than the balcony rooms and offer plenty of space.
- Balcony – This is the first room with a balcony. The rooms are roughly the same size as the Sea View but the balcony adds a different dimension to your cruise experience.
- Suite – These luxury cabins are more than 350 square ft. in size and offer a balcony, lounge area, superior bathroom, and a dressing area.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
The full list of amenities is available on each of P&O’s cruise ships and includes some of the following attractions:
- Four Children Entertainment Areas – ranging in age from 2 – 17 years.
- An On-Board Shopping Deck
- Open Air Cinema
- Live Entertainment Lounge
- Spa & Wellbeing centre
- Art Gallery
- Sundaes Ice Cream Bar
NEARBY CASINOS
P&O Oceana only offers one Monte Carlo Club Casino but it should be more than enough to satisfy all your gaming needs while on this luxurious holiday experience.
CASINO RATING
P&O Cruises, Oceana Casino - Rating
Summary
Although cruise casinos are normally limiting with gaming options, P&O have gone out of their way to provide a full-on casino experience. Plenty of table games, electronic games, and direct access to a bar means you’ll have everything you’d find at a mainland casino. They even have some unique titles like virtual horse racing and video blackjack as well as different blackjack variations.
Pros
- Very friendly and helpful staff
- Good service
- Relaxed atmosphere
Cons
- Drinks are expensive
BASIC INFORMATION
Casino Name: P&O Cruises – Oceana Casino
Location: P&O Cruises, Oceana
Address: Cunard Rd, Southampton SO14 3QN, UK
Phone: +0344 338 8592
Opening Hours: 24 / 7
Table Games: Yes
Slots: Yes
Dress Code: Casual
