Operated by Viking Line on the Helsinki Mariehamn & Helsinki Stockholm routes
The Viking Line Mariella ferry can carry up to 2500 passengers and around 430 cars per crossing. The Mariella offers activities and experiences for all ages ranging from delicious dinners and inspiring tax-free shopping to dancing and entertainment.
With exception of the economy cabins, all others are ensuite.
Please Note: Whilst we have taken great care in making our Mariella guide as accurate as possible, onboard facilities, services and entertainment may vary depending on the date and time of year that you travel, facilities mentioned may change without notification and ferry companies reserve the right to operate vessels other than those mentioned at time of booking without prior notification.
100% of our customers recommended this ship
"Excellent"
Good voyage - no difficulties. Enjoyable
Reviewed by Graham who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"Great ferry trip"
My initial thoughts were a little disappointment as our cabin had a strange smell and seemed a little tired. I later noticed dog hair so guess it was a pet friendly cabin. Hence the smell. The rest if the ship however was EXCELLENT. Better than several cruise ships Ive been on. The dinner buffet was extremely good. Great choice of warm and cold, veggie, vegan, meat and fish. Beer, wine included along with water soft drinks, tea and coffee. The breakfast was equally good. Very organised ship with very friendly, helpful staff.
Reviewed by Anthony who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"Helsinki to Tallinn and return with Viking Ferries."
Although we were able to find seats we thought it unusual that there was no dedicated seating area. So we were in the nightclub with childrens entertainment and Bingo on the way out and sat in one of the cafes on the way back. Both legs were late morning on different though similar ferries. Terminal buildings at both ends are modern with good facilities. Paperwork from direct Ferries urges you to get to the terminal 90 minutes beforehand but Viking advised 45 minutes which was plenty. The ships do quite a quick turnaround and foot passengers board about 20 mins before sailing.
Reviewed by Neville who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"Great Experience"
Great experience and nice travel by Moby
Reviewed by Amir who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"Great day!"
Very comfortable and easy to use your service.
Reviewed by Pattie who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"Good experience "
Pleasant journey. However a lot of people are disrespectful and drunk after 20 min. It means that a lot of trash are on the decks and that it can be very noisy during the night.
Reviewed by Anonymous who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"Satisfied"
Very good service and price
Reviewed by Natália who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"My 1st journey with direct ferries "
Great ferry trip we had a inside cabin right at the back of the ship lovely a quiet yippee no kids slamming doors. Food good , we eat at one new ish place , the portions were soooooo small so we moved along to.the next one and tried again .
Reviewed by Andrew who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"Sailing to Stockholm"
A great way to arrive in Stockholm from Helsinki. The views as the ship glides in through the islands of the Stockholm arcipelago make it well worth getting up early before docking in the capital. The smorgesbord buffet dinner is good with a good selection of hot and cold dishes and as the ship wasn't over busy on our voyage it was reasonably relaxed. Only negative for us was the lack of seating available after check in at the terminal in Helsinki. Don't bother going up to tge departure level until boarding time - there are no seats and no 'down' escalator (there is a small lift), so stay at ground level.
Reviewed by Anonymous who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"enjoy trip"
very wonderful experience
Reviewed by Abdullah who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"Nice Ferry but room is too small"
Eventually I have booked the lower bed room for 2 people but when I checked in they provided to me bunker room, I have to pay extra EURO 23 to upgrade the room as the room is too small. Should provide mineral water in each cabin. Breakfast was good.
Reviewed by Kwee Kem who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"Easy trip"
Great time on the boat, no stress, unlike flying.
Reviewed by David who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"Very good"
Wifi was a bit hit and miss Staff very friendly Everything clean and maintained
Reviewed by Pauline who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"Overnight Helsinki to Stockholm"
Pleasantly surprised. Lots to do on board. Tax free shopping. Range of restaurants/cafes. Bar with music. Able to change money to SEK and buy bus ticket to central Stockholm. Wish I'd booked an outside cabin instead of an inside cabin but had everything I needed except Wifi (could not get connected).
Reviewed by Janet who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"a very enjoyable experience. "
would use again
Reviewed by Amanda who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"Very pleasant"
Very Pleasant. Excellent cabin, good food. But what was all that noise at the port at 4 am?
Reviewed by Malcolm who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"Ferry Helsinki to Stockholm "
Excellent way to travel. Food and accommodation were good but the highlight is the journey itself - particularly in the morning sailing through the islands on the way into Stockholm. The bar at the stern was very cool
Reviewed by David who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"Smooth crossing"
Comfortable and very smooth crossing in all respects. Great cabin. Great choice of places to eat. I chose the buffet which was really splendid in choices and variety. Very impressive. Lots of entertainment if you wanted it as well as quiet spaces.
Reviewed by Philippa who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"Lovely voyage "
We really enjoyed the journey - the cabin was clean and compact. The on board entertainment was good and we had a good dance. The staff were friendly and there is a relaxed atmosphere on board.
Reviewed by Philippa who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella
"lovely voyage but hellish experience connecting with DIRECT FERRIES"
I had to contact direct ferries, i called the no 3 to 4 times and held on for more than 10 mins each time and could not get thru. The email I sent had the same futile result and till date is unanswered. I would suggest avoiding DIRECT FERRIES as they cannot offer after sales service despite willing to pay the high charges for speaking to them for any reason. The VIKING FERRY service to Helsinki was perfect and extremely pleasant and comfortable journey
Reviewed by Blaise who travelled with Viking Line on Mariella