Relax and enjoy the crossing

Whether you are travelling to or from the island on business or for pleasure we have something for you on board. We offer a range of lounges and retail outlets on each ship to pass the time while enjoying your trip across the Irish Sea.

Our Vessels

The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company operates  3 ships, The Ben my Chree offering a freight and passenger service to the island from Heysham  and 2 fast craft Manannan (from May 2009) and Snaefell operating to other destinations including Liverpool, Dublin and Belfast through the summer.

Manannan Premium Lounge

Pre-book from just £15.00/€17.00 per person, each way, and you can enjoy the luxury of the Manannan Premium Lounge and benefit from:
• Service from a dedicated member of staff
• Seating in our Premium Lounge
• Complimentary hot and cold beverages
• Selection of newspapers and magazines
• Complimentary snacks
• In seat entertainment (available on Ben-my-Chree)
• Pillows and blankets on request
• Access to laptop and mobile phonecharging points

Manannan Executive Club

If you are a regular traveller join up to the Manannan Executive Club. You receive all the same extras as our premium passengers with the extra benefit of the use of our exclusive Manannan Executive lounge, priority boarding when possible and a dedicated Executive Club Co-ordinator, who is based in the Isle of Man to assist you.

Niarbyl Lounge

If you are travelling as a group or would like the option to choose where you are seated you can pre book for only £3/€3.50 per person each way.

Shopping

Check out the Ocean Avenue shop for some great savings on high street prices. Also a wide range of newspapers, magazines and Isle of Man Gifts.

Eating and Drinking

With a choice of bars and restaurants on board all of our ships, there really is something for everyone, to suit all tastes. We select Fairtrade and local produce from the Isle of Man.