The 332-passenger Paul Gauguin, designed specifically to glide through the shallow seas of the South Pacific, is the flagship of Paul Gauguin Cruises and a small-ship cruiser’s dream. She delivers travelers to intimate ports inaccessible to larger cruise ships, all the while providing an onboard experience that is nothing short of luxurious.
Guests aboard her luxury cruises enjoy spacious suites and staterooms (more than 70% with private balconies), an onboard watersports marina, three dining venues, an extensive spa, and five-star service. Life onboard also reflects the beauty and rich cultural heritage of the islands she calls upon, with a warm, friendly feel, informal setting, and even a beloved troupe of Gauguines and Gauguins—local Tahitians who serve as cruise staff, entertainers, and storytellers.
Paul Gauguin Features
- A choice of three dining venues
- Complimentary 24-hour room service, including selections from L’Etoile restaurant during regular dining hours
- Complimentary beverages, including select wines and spirits, beer, soft drinks, bottled water, and hot beverages
- Onboard gratuities for room stewards, dining and bar staff
- Full entertainment program including Polynesian artists, musical entertainment, a pianist, and a professionally operated casino with slot machines
- Spa and beauty services, including hand and foot treatments, body treatments, facials, and spa programs
- Optional PADI SCUBA diving program and certification
- Watersports marina for complimentary kayaking and paddleboarding, and Zodiacs® for optional dive excursions
- Fully-equipped fitness center
- Presentations by local naturalists and a variety of special guests
- Spacious outdoor decks and pool
- La Boutique duty-free shop
- Book library (open 24 hours a day)
- Wi-Fi hot spots throughout the ship to cover most suites/staterooms and common areas, as well as guest-accessible computers, available 24 hours a day for a nominal fee
- Laundry services available
- Certified medical services
Paul Gauguin Details
Nearly 70% of suites and staterooms have private balconies, and all feature an ocean view, temperature control, queen-size bed (a limited number can have twin-bed configuration), bathroom with full-size bathtub and shower, bathrobes, slippers, hairdryer, TV, CD/DVD player, personal safe, refrigerator stocked with soft drinks, and more. There is one wheelchair-accessible stateroom, and select staterooms can accommodate three guests.
| Category | Description | Photos |
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| Owner's Suite | Owner's Suite 701 is 534 sq. ft. (Stateroom: 457 sq. ft.; Veranda: 77 sq. ft.). Owner's Suite 701 can accommodate up to 3 guests. Bathroom includes a separate shower and a dressing area. Owner's Suite includes Butler service and complimentary internet. Owner's Suite 7002 is 588 sq. ft. (Stateroom: 531 sq. ft.; Veranda: 57 sq. ft.). Owner's Suite 7002 has a queen-size bed, and can accommodate up to 3 guests. Bathroom includes a full-size tub and dressing area. Owner's Suite includes Butler service and complimentary internet. | 
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| Grand Suite | Two Grand suites available: Paul Gauguin Suite (801), Flora Tristan Suite (802). 529 sq. ft. (Stateroom: 332 sq. ft.; Veranda: 197 sq. ft.). Grand Suites can accommodate up to 3 guests. Grand Suites includes Butler service and complimentary internet. |  |
| A Veranda Suite | CATEGORY A | 358 sq. ft. (Stateroom: 300 sq. ft.; Veranda: 58 sq. ft.) with 4 Suites available: Tahiti Suite (709), Pont Avent Suite (710), Atuona Suite (711), Arles Suite (712). CATEGORY A 7004 is 349 sq. ft. (Stateroom: 296 sq. ft.; Veranda: 53 sq. ft.). Veranda Suites can accommodate up to 3 guests. Veranda Suite 7004 has a queen-size bed. Includes complimentary Butler Service. |  |
| B Veranda Stateroom | CATEGORY B 305 sq. ft. (Stateroom: 249 sq. ft.; Veranda: 56 sq. ft.) CATEGORY B 7003 303 sq. ft. (Stateroom: 256 sq. ft.; Veranda: 47 sq. ft.) B Veranda Staterooms can accommodate a third guest by adding a sofa bed. Stateroom 7003 features a shower stall with no tub and also a queen-size bed. Includes complimentary Butler Service. |  |
| C Balcony Stateroom | CATEGORY C 239 sq. ft. (Stateroom: 202 sq. ft.; Veranda : 37 sq. ft.) The following staterooms vary in size and feature shower stall with no tub: 763 (stateroom 186 sq. ft. – balcony 75 sq. ft.) 764 (stateroom 188 sq. ft. – balcony 75 sq. ft.) 765 (stateroom 221 sq. ft. – balcony 74 sq. ft.) 766 (stateroom 216 sq. ft. – balcony 70 sq. ft.) 767 (stateroom 229 sq. ft. – balcony 74 sq. ft.) Balcony Staterooms ending in 6 or 8 can accommodate a third guest in a loveseat convertible (except 7006 & 766). Stateroom 7006 (stateroom 206 sq. ft. – balcony 37 sq. ft.) features a very small bathroom with shower only Note: Loveseat beds are slightly smaller than a standard twin bed. |  |
| D Balcony Stateroom | CATEGORY D 239 sq. ft. (Stateroom: 202 sq. ft.; Veranda : 37 sq. ft.) Balcony Staterooms ending in 6 or 8 can accommodate a third guest in a loveseat convertible. Note: Loveseat beds are slightly smaller than a standard twin bed. |  |
| E Window Stateroom | CATEGORY E Stateroom: 200 sq. ft. with picture window. Window Staterooms ending in 5, 6, or 8 (except 415) can accommodate a third guest in a loveseat convertible. Wheelchair-accessible stateroom (415). Note: Loveseat beds are slightly smaller than a standard twin bed. |  |
| F Porthole Stateroom | CATEGORY F Porthole Stateroom 200 sq. ft. same as E but features two portholes instead of a window. |  |
| Specification | Information |
|---|---|
| Built | 1997 at Chantiers de l’Atlantique (Saint-Nazaire, STX France) |
| Last Refurbished | 2012 |
| Former Names | N/A |
| Guests | 332 |
| Cabins | 160 |
| Crew | 217 |
| Tonnage (gross tons) | 19170 |
| Length (feet) | 502 |
| Width (Beam) (feet) | 69 |
| Depth (Draft) (feet) | 17.1 |
| Speed (knots) | 18 |
| Registry | Bahamas |
| Elevator | Yes |
| Accessible Cabins | Yes |
