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AmaWaterways · River cruise · Europe · Stateroom

AmaMagna — Category E Stateroom

Score
6.5 out of 10
Fare
US$557.00–US$671.29 per person per night, quoted by Affordable Tours, as of 20 October 2026
Last checked
Fare source
Affordable Tours

The review

Category E is the entry-level room: 205 sq ft with a fixed window on the Piano Deck, the lowest cabin deck. It shares every restaurant, drink and excursion with the suites, so the saving is in the room alone. For travellers who spend their days ashore and evenings in the public rooms, it is the most economical way onto the ship.

For

  • Lowest fare on board with the same inclusions as the suites
  • 205 sq ft, a fair size for a river-ship room
  • Lift serves the Piano Deck

Against

  • Fixed window, no balcony
  • Lowest cabin deck
  • Gratuities and premium drinks are extra

How it scores

Five scores out of 10, weighted into the overall. How we score

Space 25% of score
5.0 out of 10
At 205 sq ft with a fixed window and no balcony, it is a reasonable size for a river ship but the smallest room type on board. 12
Dining 20% of score
7.0 out of 10
Four included restaurants, including a Chef's Table tasting menu, with beer and wine at lunch and dinner, though Fodor's found the food unmemorable and one 2025 guest struggled to get a table for two. 3425
Journey 20% of score
7.0 out of 10
The Danube between Vilshofen and Budapest (or on to the Iron Gates and Giurgiu) with a choice of included excursions in every port, though Fodor's found the included tours crowded and premium outings such as a Vienna concert cost extra. 6742
Comfort 15% of score
7.0 out of 10
The ship dates from 2019 and has wide public areas, a Sun Deck pool, a wellness studio and a lift to every cabin deck, though these rooms sit on the lowest deck with fixed windows. 8314
Value 20% of score
7.0 out of 10
At roughly $557–$671 per person per night it is the lowest fare on board and still includes all meals, wine at lunch and dinner, port charges and excursions. 9103

The facts

Facts about Category E Stateroom, with sources
Type Stateroom
Floor area 19 m² · 205 sq ft1
Balcony Window only1
Deck Piano Deck1
Beds Two twin beds or one large bed (larger than a queen), chosen at booking6
Bathroom En-suite31
Dining All meals in four included restaurants: the Main Restaurant, The Chef's Table (multi-course tasting menu from an open kitchen), Jimmy's (family-style) and Al Fresco; beer and wine with lunch and dinner3
Included
  • All meals in four restaurants
  • Beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Daily Sip & Sail cocktail hour
  • Specialty coffee and tea
  • Included guided excursions in port (choice of up to six a day)
  • Port charges
  • Wi-Fi in rooms and public areas
36
Fare US$557.00–US$671.29 per person per night (quoted by Affordable Tours), as of 20 October 2026910

Worked out from these departures:

  • US$3,899 ÷ 7 nights = US$557.00 per person per night Magna on the Danube (Celebration of Wine), Vilshofen to Budapest. Departs 14 March 2027. 9
  • US$4,699 ÷ 7 nights = US$671.29 per person per night Magna on the Danube, Vilshofen to Budapest. Departs 1 August 2027. 10

Sources

  1. AmaWaterways — AmaMagna overview (deck plan with all eight categories)

    AmaWaterways · Operator · accessed 20 October 2026

  2. Fodor's — AmaMagna review

    Fodor's Travel · Review · accessed 20 October 2026

  3. AmaWaterways — AmaMagna ship page

    AmaWaterways · Operator · accessed 20 October 2026

  4. Cruise Critic — AmaMagna review

    Cruise Critic · Review · accessed 20 October 2026

  5. Cruise Critic member review — AmaMagna, August 2025

    Cruise Critic · Review · accessed 20 October 2026

  6. AmaWaterways — Magna on the Danube 2027: dates and prices

    AmaWaterways · Operator · accessed 20 October 2026 · no longer online

  7. AmaWaterways — Grand Danube itinerary

    AmaWaterways · Operator · accessed 20 October 2026

  8. AmaWaterways Officially Welcomes Revolutionary AmaMagna with Festive Christening Ceremony

    AmaWaterways (via CNW Group) · Press · accessed 20 October 2026

  9. Affordable Tours — AmaMagna, Magna on the Danube (Wine Cruise), 14 March 2027

    Affordable Tours · Other · accessed 20 October 2026

  10. Affordable Tours — AmaMagna, Magna on the Danube, 1 August 2027

    Affordable Tours · Other · accessed 20 October 2026