Latest score, full inspection history and the violations CDC inspectors found on Oceania Riviera.
Source: CDC public records
Data checked on October 31, 2026
Pass mark: 86 out of 100
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Oceania CruisesInspected May 25, 2026
100out of 100
Latest CDC sanitation score
Passed
Oceania Riviera scored 100 out of 100 in its latest CDC Vessel Sanitation Program inspection, on May 25, 2026. It passed: ships pass with 86 or more.
+1 vs previous inspection (99, Jun 19, 2025)
98.6average of the last 5 inspections
94lowest score (February 2015)
14inspections since 2012
0failed inspections
Inspection history of Oceania Riviera
Every CDC inspection score on record for Oceania Riviera: 14 inspections from December 10, 2012 to May 25, 2026, 3 perfect scores of 100 and no failed inspections.
The full findings of the last 3 inspections, as written in the CDC reports. Each finding refers to an item of the CDC’s Vessel Sanitation Program standards; points are deducted by item, for a single significant violation or for a pattern of similar ones (CDC FAQ).
May 25, 2026
100Passed
7 findings · 0 points deducted
No points deducted.
All 7 findings the inspectors wrote down, grouped by area of the ship. Findings with a red edge belong to an item that lost points; the others were noted without a deduction.
Pantries3 findings
Item 1210 - Housekeeping Midship and Aft
After removing the non-food contact panel of the ice machine, the refrigeration technician washed their hands without using soap before removing the evaporator splash panel.
Item 2112 - Housekeeping Forward
The 'CLEAN ONLY' sticker was peeling off making the stainless steel shelf difficult to clean.
Item 3312 - Housekeeping Forward
Open seams were present at the deckhead/bulkhead junctions in all four corners of the room, making the areas difficult to clean.
Galleys (kitchens)2 findings
Item 27Deck 5 - Bakery
Debris and dust was in the airflow vent from previous use of the toaster oven.
Item 39Deck 5
Fruit flies were flying in the following areas: - 1 fruit fly was in the technical space under the kosher microwave. - 1 fruit fly was in the hot prep area.
Dining rooms1 finding
Item 27Deck 4 - Crew Mess
A brown sticky substance was on the closing latch of the counter-mounted juice machine.
Food safety, general1 finding
Item 33Food Service General
The following areas were in disrepair: - Deck 5 - Appetizers: The floor tiles throughout this area were recessed. - Deck 5 - Bakery: The tile grout throughout this area was recessed. - Deck 4 - Crew Galley: Water seeped through the tiles and onto the floor when stepped on under the convection oven.
All 22 findings the inspectors wrote down, grouped by area of the ship. Findings with a red edge belong to an item that lost points; the others were noted without a deduction.
Buffets7 findings
Item 08Deck 12 - Terrace Cafe - Coffee Station
The backflow prevention device for the countertop coffee machine was in disrepair with blocked atmospheric vents.
Ten previously cleaned and sanitized water glasses positioned for use were stored inverted while dripping wet on a previously cleaned and sanitized serving tray.
Item 33Deck 12 - Waves Grill
The deckhead above the cold counter self-service line had a 3-inch gap exposing the plenum. The gap ran the entire length of the buffet counter.
Galleys (kitchens)7 findings
Item 08Deck 12 - Hot Line Area
The exhaust hood system's backflow prevention assembly relief vent had a draining hose attached that was positioned in a loop preventing an effective visual inspection verifying that the device was not in disrepair.
Item 08Deck 5 - Butler Station
The backflow prevention device for the countertop coffee, and ice dispensing machines were in disrepair with blocked atmospheric vents.
Item 20Deck 5 - Ice Machine Station
Two ice machines had slotted fasteners on the ice thickness sensors making these areas difficult to keep clean.
Item 24Deck 12 - Warewashing Area
The final rinse compartment sanitizing water temperature as it entered the manifold reached 201°F with an error of accuracy at +/- of 2.0°F on the flight-type warewashing machines digital display, which exceeds the 194°F maximum sanitizing water manifold temperature. Crew engineers and the inspector manually checked the water temperature using a lollipop-style measuring device with the same error of accuracy and verified the digital display was calibrated. The machine was closed and fixed immediately.
Item 28Deck 5 - Hot Service Line
Five previously cleaned and sanitized plate covers were store wet on the service counter.
Item 29Deck 5 - Warewashing Area
The handwashing sink for this area did not reach the minimum water temperature of 100°F (38°C) after one minute.
Item 33Deck 12 - Cold Pantry
The bulkhead at the back preparation counter had glue residue in many areas making the bulkhead difficult to clean.
Pantries1 finding
Item 08Deck 12 - Terrace Cafe - Portside
The backflow prevention device for the coffee, and water dispensing machines were in disrepair with blocked atmospheric vents.
Food storage (provisions)4 findings
Item 18Deck 4 - Freezer 11 - Meat
Two vacuum sealed containers of kosher meals were damaged exposing the food contents inside. The food was visibly contaminated, so the containers were discarded.
Item 19Deck 4 - Freezer 13 - Poultry
Two large bags of chicken wings were torn and not sealed exposing the contents inside. Additionally, a heavy amount of frozen condensate had collected on the chicken due to the lack of package protection.
Item 19Deck 4 - Freezer 11 - Meat
Three boxes of kosher meals were heavily damaged exposing multiple vacuum sealed food containers inside.
Item 24Deck 4 - Provisions Area
A bucket of sanitizing solution measured below 50ppm.
Housekeeping1 finding
Item 10Private Whirlpool Maintenance Procedures and Records
Corporate maintenance procedures and records for housekeeping personnel were inconsistent in that they had different pH levels for the 100-ppm chlorine solution during disinfection. Staff members were not measuring pH levels and leaving that sections records blank. The SMS procedure called for pH levels of 7.0-7.8 while the record called for 7.4-7.6. Additionally, there was only one pH meter for 11 crew members that handle the cleaning and disinfection activities of private whirlpools in 23 suites. It was discussed that checking the pH during disinfection of 23 suites, especially during turnaround days, was a difficult task,
Pools, hot tubs and water play areas1 finding
Item 10Deck 12 - Pool
The access to the shepherd's hook was blocked by a soiled towel cabinet. The hook could not be easily accessed during an emergency.
Ventilation1 finding
Item 43Deck 4 - AC.04.3.01
The access door to the condensate collection pan was in disrepair and took more than 20 minutes to open. The unit had small and heavy deposits of debris. Records indicated that the unit was last cleaned on 23 May 2025.
March 2, 2023
100Passed
9 findings · 0 points deducted
No points deducted.
Show all 9 findings
All 9 findings the inspectors wrote down, grouped by area of the ship. Findings with a red edge belong to an item that lost points; the others were noted without a deduction.
Galleys (kitchens)3 findings
Item 21Deck 12 Portside Beverage Station
The counter-mounted coffee machine was not sealed to the countertop which created a gap and a difficult to clean surface.
Item 26Deck 12 Potwash
One previously cleaned and sanitized coffee pot was visibly soiled and stored in the clean area of the potwash. The inspector wiped an alcohol pad on the inside surface and it became soiled with brown debris.
Item 39Deck 5 Pastry
One live, small fly was near the counter mounted mixers.
Food storage (provisions)3 findings
Item 19Deck 4 Fish Freezer
Three whole, frozen halibuts were stored uncovered and not protected on top of cardboard boxes.
Item 33Deck 3 Beverage Locker
Water was dripping from the deckhead and pooling on the deck across from the entryway condenser unit.
Item 37Deck 3 Beverage Locker
Water was dripping from the deckhead and pooling on the deck across from the entryway condenser unit. Staff stated the water was from an insulated refrigeration pipe.
Buffets2 findings
Item 16Deck 12 Terrace Cafe
At the central island cold buffet, one consumer advisory for smoked salmon and herring did not state that the fish were served raw or undercooked. Staff immediately removed the sign and replaced it with one that met the requirements.
Item 33Deck 12 Cold Buffet Center Island
The cabinet/deck juncture coving near the corner of the small box cereal display was damaged and in disrepair, which made it rough and difficult to clean.
Medical center1 finding
Item 19Deck 4 Beverage Storage
Two cardboard boxes of powdered drink packets were stored on the deck. Staff stated the product has just been received the day of the inspection. Additionally, there were four boxes of 24 cans each (total of approximately 96 cans) of club soda stored on the deck under the patient reception desk. The inspector and staff discussed ensuring all food is stored off the deck.
To see this report on the CDC site: open the CDC inspection search, choose Oceania Riviera in the list of cruise ships, select “All Dates” and press Search, then open “Report” next to the inspection date. (The CDC tool does not allow direct links to a single report.)