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The Genting Dream — A Floating Resort Built for Asia

A 335-metre, 18-deck mega-ship combining German engineering with warm Asian hospitality. 35+ dining and bar venues, a thrill-packed top deck and the all-suite Palace enclave — here's everything onboard, explained honestly from our own sailings.

Ship Specs & Facts
335mLength
18Decks
3,352Guest capacity
150,695GTGross tonnage
Meet the ship

One of Asia's most popular cruise ships

The Genting Dream is the flagship of StarDream Cruises (formerly Resorts World Cruises) and the first vessel in the Dream Cruises fleet. Launched in 2016 from Meyer Werft in Germany and last refurbished in February 2023, she was purpose-built for the Asian market — and it shows in every detail, from the Halal-certified buffet to the ship-within-a-ship Palace enclave.

Spanning 18 decks and weighing in at 150,695 gross tons, she carries up to 3,352 guests in 1,674 staterooms with around 2,000 crew. There's a small quirk worth knowing: there is no Deck 14 — the numbering jumps straight from Deck 13 to Deck 15 (a cultural preference to skip the unlucky number 4 in many Asian cultures).

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335 mLength overall
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1,674Staterooms
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35+Restaurants & bars
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999Zodiac Theatre seats
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2 + 4Pools & jacuzzis
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16Elevators
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~2,000Crew & staff
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OIC/SMIICHalal-certified ship
Technical facts

Genting Dream — Ship Specifications

Everything you might want to know about her size, build and capacity in one quick reference.

Ship Specifications
Ship nameMS Genting Dream
OperatorDream Cruises / StarDream Cruises
BuilderMeyer Werft, Germany
Year built2016
Last refurbishedFebruary 2023
Length335 m (1,099 ft)
Beam (width)~39.7 m
Gross tonnage150,695 GT
Decks (total)18 (no Deck 14)
Passenger-accessible decks14
Cabin decks5, 8–13, 15–17
Staterooms1,674
Guest capacity3,352 (max 3,400)
Crew~2,017
Elevators16
Cruising speed~22 knots
Home portMarina Bay Cruise Centre, Singapore
Sister shipWorld Dream (now Aroya Manara)
Eat your way around

Dining on the Genting Dream

The ship has roughly 20 dining venues plus 15+ bars and cafés. 5 restaurants are complimentary (included in your fare) and the rest are specialty venues at additional cost. Below are the names you'll see on the daily program — the ones worth going out of your way for.

Complimentary dining (included)

IncludedThe Lido international buffet with Halal section onboard Genting Dream

The Lido

International buffet

The main buffet — open all day, with Western, Chinese, Indian vegetarian and a dedicated Halal section. Floor-to-ceiling windows for sea views.

Deck 16All meals · Free
IncludedDream Dining Room main restaurant Genting Dream

Dream Dining Room Upper

Continental set menu

Grand main dining room with double-height ceiling. Continental set menus served for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Deck 7All meals · Free
IncludedDream Dining Room Lower Chinese set menu Genting Dream

Dream Dining Room Lower

Chinese set menu

Authentic Chinese cuisine in an elegant setting — semi-buffet breakfast, family-style sets for lunch and dinner.

Deck 8All meals · Free
IncludedBlue Lagoon food court onboard Genting Dream

Blue Lagoon Food Court

Asian street-food

Casual food-court style with Southeast Asian hawker favourites — laksa, noodles, satay. Open late-night.

Deck 8Most hours · Free
IncludedLobby Cafe Genting Dream

Lobby Café

Coffee, snacks, light bites

Easy stop for morning coffee, afternoon snacks and a slice of cake. Perfect when you don't feel like a full meal.

Deck 6All day · Free
Palace onlyPalace Restaurant exclusive dining Genting Dream

Palace Restaurant

Palace guests only

Exclusive fine-dining restaurant inside The Palace enclave, with butler service and a quieter atmosphere. Included for Palace guests.

Deck 17All meals

Specialty restaurants (extra charge)

SpecialtyUmi Uma Japanese restaurant onboard Genting Dream

Umi Uma

Japanese · teppanyaki · sushi

Authentic Japanese fine dining with teppanyaki tables — chefs cook in front of you. One of the ship's most popular specialty spots; book early.

Deck 7~SGD 80–100
SpecialtySilk Road Cantonese dinner theatre Genting Dream

Silk Road

Cantonese fine dining + cabaret

Upscale Cantonese in 1920s Shanghai-style décor. By night it transforms into a dinner-cabaret with the famous "Dream Girls" burlesque show.

Deck 7~SGD 50–80
SpecialtyBistro by Mark Best Australian beef seafood Genting Dream

Bistro by Mark Best

Modern Western · steaks

Celebrity chef Mark Best's contemporary bistro focused on Australian beef and sustainable seafood. Outdoor seating & a Chef's Table for private groups.

Deck 7~SGD 60–90
SpecialtyHot Pot outdoor restaurant Genting Dream

Hot Pot

Outdoor Asian hot-pot

Cook your own meats and vegetables in simmering broths on the open promenade — fantastic at sunset with a sea breeze.

Deck 8 (Promenade)~SGD 40–60
SpecialtyCrystal Dining Chinese fine dining Genting Dream

Crystal Dining

Chinese seafood & abalone

Refined Chinese seafood specialising in fresh-from-the-tank fish, lobster and signature abalone dishes. Great for celebrations.

Deck 8~SGD 50–90
SpecialtyPrime Steakhouse Genting Dream

Prime Steakhouse

Premium steaks & chops

A classic steakhouse for premium cuts, well-aged steaks and a serious wine list. Pair with a tasting at the Penfolds Wine Vault.

Deck 7~SGD 70–100

Plus Tiffin Café, Aeris Spa Café, Bread Box and a handful of seasonal/pop-up venues — the daily program will list everything open on your sailing.

Bars & loungesBar City multiple bars lounges Genting Dream
Drinks with a view

15+ bars, lounges and cafés to explore

From a craft-beer English pub to a champagne lounge and the world's first Penfolds Wine Vault at sea, the Genting Dream takes its drinks programme seriously. You can essentially bar-hop a different venue every night of a long sailing.

  • Bar City — A multi-bar complex with live bands. The ship's social hub at night.
  • Bar 360 — Panoramic bar with live music and great views over the lobby.
  • Red Lion Pub — Classic English-style pub with sport on the TVs.
  • Zouk Beach Club — Pool-side party venue (Deck 16) with themed nights & foam parties.
  • Penfolds Wine Vault — A first-at-sea wine bar in partnership with Penfolds; led by certified sommeliers.
  • Genting Rouge Lounge — Intimate lounge with cocktails & jazz.
  • Tributes Lounge — Live tribute acts most evenings.
  • Lobby Bar & Lobby Café — Easy spots to meet before or after dinner.
After dark

Entertainment & Nightlife

The Genting Dream's evening line-up rivals a small theme park. Most shows and parties are included in your fare.

Zodiac Theatre main shows Genting Dream

Zodiac Theatre

Main shows · 999 seats

The ship's biggest stage. Production shows, acrobatics, magic and family-friendly performances most evenings. Also screens 3D movies.

Deck 7 · Included · Two shows nightly
Zouk Nightclub Genting Dream

Zouk Nightclub

After-dark · 18+

The legendary Singapore nightclub brand at sea. International DJs, themed nights and a proper dance-floor energy late into the night.

Deck 16 · Included · Late nights
Genting Casino Genting Dream

Genting Casino

Gaming · 21+

Spans three decks (6–8) near the bars and theatre. Tables, slots, and high-limit rooms. Opens after the ship clears Singapore waters.

Decks 6–8 · 21+ only
Cinema at Sea Genting Dream

Cinema at Sea

Movies · indoor & outdoor

An indoor 3D cinema plus outdoor "movies under the stars" on the open deck — popcorn included most nights.

Decks 7 & 16 · Included
Dream Girls cabaret Silk Road Genting Dream

"Dream Girls" Cabaret

Dinner & show

Nightly burlesque-style cabaret at Silk Road — dinner and a show combined. Tickets recommended in advance.

Silk Road · Specialty (extra fee)
Karaoke rooms silent disco Genting Dream

Karaoke & Silent Disco

Group fun

Private karaoke rooms (SGD 40–70/hour) and silent disco sessions on select evenings — both very popular with groups.

Deck 16 · Karaoke pay-per-room
Sports & thrillsWaterslides ropes course Genting Dream activities
Daytime & up top

An activity-packed top deck

Up on Decks 18–19, the Genting Dream packs in more sports and thrills than most ships her size. Almost everything below is included in your fare.

🎢Twin waterslides 🧗Rock-climbing wall 🚠35-metre zipline 🧗‍♀️High ropes course ⛳Mini-golf 🏊Two main pools ♨️Four jacuzzis 🏀SportsPlex courts 🎳Glow bowling 🎮Arcade 👟Jogging track 🛝Kids' splash zone

Tip: the ropes course and zipline have height/weight rules and weather closures — check the daily program early on day one.

For every age

Family & Kids — Built-in babysitting (and then some)

The Genting Dream is one of the most family-friendly cruise ships in Asia. Three dedicated kids' & teen spaces, more than 100 connecting cabins, and plenty for the grown-ups too.

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Little Dreamers Club

Age 2–12

Supervised kids' club with themed activities, arts & crafts, group games and movie sessions. Free during posted hours; small fee for late nights.

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Teen Zone & Arcade

Age 13–17

Dedicated teen area plus a large arcade and SportsPlex tournaments. Often where teens end up making cruise friends.

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Kids' Water Park

Toddlers & up

Splash zone with smaller slides and water features. Lifeguard-supervised; popular all day on sea-days.

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Family Shows

All ages

The Zodiac Theatre hosts at least one family-friendly show on most sailings — acrobatics, magic, illusions.

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Connecting cabins

For families

100+ connecting/adjoining staterooms across categories. Balcony Deluxe sleeps 4 + crib — our top pick for families.

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Baby essentials

0–2 years

Cribs are free on request. Baby food/heating help at The Lido. No formal nursery — at-cabin babysitting is available on request.

WellnessCrystal Life Spa wellness onboard Genting Dream
Crystal Life Spa & Fitness

Asian wellness, modern European techniques

The Crystal Life Spa (Western Spa & Fitness Centre on Deck 15) is one of the largest at sea on a ship this size. The treatments blend traditional Asian techniques — Tui Na, acupressure, Ayurveda-inspired rituals — with modern European facials and body therapies.

  • Thermal suite with steam rooms, saunas and salt grotto.
  • Couples' treatment rooms and full-day spa packages.
  • Hair salon & nail bar for pre-dinner pampering.
  • Two gyms — the main fitness centre and a private Palace gym for suite guests.
  • Group classes — yoga, pilates, spinning (some included, some small fee).
  • Medical spa add-ons — teeth whitening, acupuncture and beauty treatments.

Tip: spa prices drop noticeably on port days when most guests are ashore — that's when we always book ours.

Ship-within-a-shipThe Palace private suite area Genting Dream
The Palace

A private ship inside the ship

Easily the Genting Dream's signature feature. The Palace is an all-suite private enclave spanning Decks 9–17, with its own facilities on Decks 17–18 — completely separate from the main ship.

  • Personal butler from check-in to check-out.
  • Private pool deck, sun deck & spa whirlpools on Deck 18.
  • Palace Restaurant & Lounge on Deck 17 — exclusive dining.
  • Palace Gym & Studio — separate from the main gym.
  • VIP terminal lounge at Marina Bay Cruise Centre — skip the queue.
  • Daily happy hour with included premium beverages.

See Palace Suites →

Practical onboard

Good to Know Before You Sail

The small details that make a smoother first cruise.

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Cashless onboardCharge everything to your cabin key card; settle at the end via card or auto-debit.
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CurrencyThe onboard currency is SGD. Cards are accepted everywhere.
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Power socketsUK 3-pin and US 2-pin sockets in every cabin. No adaptor needed for Singapore plugs.
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Wi-FiPaid Wi-Fi packages onboard. Included free in most Palace fares.
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Halal & VegOIC/SMIIC-certified Halal section at The Lido + Indian vegetarian options across the ship.
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LuggageDrop bags curb-side on arrival; they appear at your cabin within a few hours. Palace gets priority.
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Medical centreOnboard clinic with doctor and nurses on call 24/7 (chargeable).
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Cruise appDownload the StarDream Cruises app before boarding for daily program, dining bookings & bill view.
Behind the ship

History, Refurbishments & Awards

The Genting Dream has been recognised as one of Asia's most decorated cruise ships.

2016
Maiden voyage

Built by Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany — the first vessel in the new Dream Cruises fleet, purpose-built for the Asian market.

2017
Sister ship joins

World Dream (now Aroya Manara) joins the fleet — same design, slight interior differences.

2020
First refurbishment

Drydock refresh updating interiors, dining venues and technology.

2023
Second refurbishment + relaunch

Major February 2023 refit and relaunch under StarDream Cruises (previously Resorts World Cruises) with Singapore as her home port.

2025
"Best Cruise Line — Asia"

Travel Weekly Asia awards plus Halal in Travel Awards "Halal Cruise of the Year". The world's first OIC/SMIIC-certified Halal-friendly cruise ship.

2026
Year-round Singapore sailings

Sails round-trip from Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore on 2-to-5-night itineraries to Melaka, Penang, Phuket and Ko Samui.

Ship questions

Genting Dream — Ship FAQs

The questions our travellers ask most about the ship itself.

How big is the Genting Dream cruise ship?+
The Genting Dream is 335 metres long, 18 decks high and weighs 150,695 gross tons. She has a maximum guest capacity of 3,352 guests across 1,674 staterooms, served by approximately 2,000 crew.
When was the Genting Dream built and refurbished?+
She was built in 2016 by Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany. Her most recent drydock refurbishment was in February 2023, with an earlier refit in January 2020. Both updates refreshed cabins, dining venues and onboard technology.
How many restaurants and bars are on the Genting Dream?+
The ship has 35+ dining and bar venues. 5 restaurants are complimentary (included in your fare) — The Lido, Dream Dining Room Upper and Lower, Blue Lagoon Food Court and Lobby Café. There are 15+ specialty restaurants available for an additional charge, including Umi Uma, Silk Road, Bistro by Mark Best, Crystal Dining and Prime Steakhouse — plus 15+ bars and lounges including Bar City, Zouk and the Penfolds Wine Vault.
What activities and entertainment are on the Genting Dream?+
Daytime activities include waterslides, a 35-metre zipline, a high ropes course, rock climbing, mini-golf, two pools, four jacuzzis, glow bowling and the SportsPlex. Evenings revolve around the 999-seat Zodiac Theatre, Zouk Nightclub, Genting Casino (Decks 6–8), Cinema at Sea, the Bar City complex and the "Dream Girls" cabaret at Silk Road.
Is the Genting Dream Halal-friendly?+
Yes — the Genting Dream is the world's first OIC/SMIIC-standard Halal-friendly cruise ship, with a dedicated Halal buffet section at The Lido and Halal meal options across multiple venues. Indian vegetarian options are also widely available.
Is the Genting Dream good for families with children?+
Yes. The ship has the Little Dreamers Club for ages 2–12, a teen arcade, a kids' water park, daily family-friendly shows, and over 100 connecting staterooms. The Balcony Deluxe Stateroom comfortably sleeps four with an optional crib.
Who operates the Genting Dream and where does she sail from?+
The Genting Dream is operated by Dream Cruises under the StarDream Cruises brand (formerly Resorts World Cruises). She sails round-trip from Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore on 2-to-5-night itineraries to Melaka, Penang, Phuket and Ko Samui.
Why is there no Deck 14 on the Genting Dream?+
Deck numbering jumps from Deck 13 straight to Deck 15 — a cultural preference to skip the number 4, which is considered unlucky in many Asian cultures. The same convention is used on most Asian-built ships.

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