Queen Elizabeth Facts & Information

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Since her introduction into Cunard service in 2010, Queen Elizabeth has become a popular member of the Cunard fleet. Here are her general statistics to help give you an idea of the ship’s size and characteristics.

General Statistics

  • Name: Queen Elizabeth.
  • Gross Tonnage: 90,400 GT.
  • Length: 965 feet / 294 metres.
  • Beam: 106 feet / 32.3 metres.
  • Draft: 26 feet / 8 metres.
  • Passenger Cabins: 1046.
  • Passengers: 2,092.
  • Number of Decks: 12.
  • Space Ratio: 43.
  • Entered Service: October 2010.
  • Registered Port: Hamilton (2011 – ) Southampton (2010 – 2011).
  • Callsign: ZCEF2 (2011 -) GBTT (2010 – 2011).
  • Building Cost: €390 million.
  • Builder: Fincantieri.

Some fun Queen Elizabeth Facts

  • Queen Elizabeth is currently the second largest Cunarder ever built.
  • 85% of Queen Elizabeth’s staterooms are outside cabins.
  • 71% of the staterooms have balconies.
  • 12% of the accommodation are Grill Suites.
  • Queen Elizabeth was named by HM. Queen Elizabeth II.
  • Queen Elizabeth is the third Cunarder to be named Elizabeth.