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Recognized as one of the most haunted hotels in America, the Queen Mary has been investigated by paranormal researchers several times. The ocean liner is now permanently docked but the ghostly experiences still occur regularly.
*PLEASE NOTE: As of May 18th, 2022 the Queen Mary Hotel is temporarily closed.
Queen Mary Ship Ghosts
The ship has many haunted places that most people do not know where to begin talking or writing about. The First Class Swimming Pool is one of the most often discussed places when discussing the ship.
The pool is haunted by the ghosts of two women who reportedly drowned during the 30s and the 60s. Psychics often report that negative energy comes from the dressing rooms near the pool.
The ghost of a young lady dressed in white has also been seen in the Queen’s Salon. A man dressed in a 1930s suit has been seen in the First Class suites, children playing have been seen and heard near the storage room, and the ghost of a young woman has also been seen in the Tourist Class Swimming Pool.
Little Girl Ghost
Aged 5 or 6, Jacqueline Torin died when she drowned in the ship’s second-class swimming pool. Known as Little Jackie, the spirit of this little girl seems to have remained on the vessel after her tragic death. Now the Royal Theatre, guests have heard Little Jackie splashing and calling for her parents.
Stateroom B340
Room B340 is also a room that has a lot of disturbances. It was closed to guests for a long time due to its intense paranormal activity. However, recently it has reopened to guests wanting to experience something otherwordly.
Starting in 1967, the ship’s logs show a never-ending record of haunted encounters in room B340. Complaints from guests in room B340 range from aggressive knocking on the door in the middle of the night, bathroom faucets turning on and off, lights turning on and off by themselves, doors slamming shut, and the sounds of movement in the room.
Guests in B340 would wake up terrified, their sheets being pulled off them with a dark figure standing at the bottom of their bed!
Why is the Queen Mary Haunted?
During World War II, the ship sliced through her escort vessel. However, under strict orders, the Queen Mary was not permitted to stop for survivors.
More than 300 men drowned because of the accident, and it is said that these drowning men can still be heard pounding on the walls and asking for help or rescue.
A cook was also killed in the ship’s kitchen when troops did not like his cooking. His ghost can still be heard screaming in the oven where his body was hidden.
Queen Mary Ship History
The Queen Mary has a rich history. It was once an ocean liner in 1936. On her sixth round-trip voyage, the ship won the Blue Riband for being the fastest ship to cross the North Atlantic. During the War, it served its country as a troopship.
In 1938, the Queen Mary arrived in New York, and in July 1943, it carried the most significant number of people in a floating vessel. In November 1954, Queen Elizabeth and the Queen Mother were on board.
In April 1966, the Queen Mary was put up for sale, and the first letter of inquiry came from H.E. Ridings of Long Beach. A bid was accepted in July 1967, and it arrived in California in December 1967.
In November 1972, the first 150 rooms were opened, and in February 1974, Hyatt Corporation took over the management of the hotel. In December 1992, the Queen Mary closed. In February 1993, the Queen Mary reopened with 125 rooms available for guests.
In April 1993, the remainder of the 365 rooms was also opened, and in May of 1996, it celebrated its 25th anniversary.
About
The majestic Queen Mary offers guests a chance to step back in history and spend a fabulous time onboard. The hotel offers 314 original guest rooms. There are nine suites and 305 staterooms.
There are no two staterooms alike in the Queen Mary. Each suite has a separate bedroom and living room. There are even some suites that come with a breakfast nook.
The Queen Mary Hotel has all your needs covered whether traveling for business or pleasure.
People who want to learn more about the hotel’s history can join the daily guided tour. The tour will give guests an in-depth look at the ship’s past. There is a lot on board the vessel and many things to find out about it, so guests should not miss the guided tour.
A trip to the Queen Mary would not be complete without sampling the ship’s unique and famous restaurants. Sir Winston’s Restaurant & Lounge is easily the most romantic restaurant in Long Beach.
It has stunning views of the city and the ocean and features an award-winning menu. The Beef Wellington is a must-try. Chelsea Chowder House & Bar offers some of the freshest and best-tasting seafood in town.
The restaurant’s New England Clam and Corn Chicken Chorizo should be ordered if you are ever there.
Adults traveling alone or with children should join the Champagne Sunday Brunch. It features more than 50 international entrees and even a children’s buffet.
The Queen Mary also offers more than 80,000 square feet of function space for various meetings, conferences, and other events. You can have your wedding reception or next conference at the Queen Mary.
All gatherings are catered in-house by a cooking staff that is truly professional and world-class.
Features
- Flat-panel televisions
- Room service
- Fitness room
- Business center
- Wireless high-speed internet connection
- Pay-per-view movies
- Satellite television
- Crabtree & Evelyn products
- Pillow top perfect sleeper
- Serta mattress
Things to Do
Aside from the Queen Mary’s signature events throughout the year, there are many other things to do and see in Long Beach. The Aquarium of the Pacific is a significant aquarium that will not disappoint you at all.
The Long Beach Symphony Orchestra has brought classical music to life for a long time. Some of their shows are performed at the Terrace Theater. Children can have interactive play where they can touch rays and play in the fountain.
The Rancho Los Alamitos Historic Ranch & Gardens is on the National Register of Historic Sites. An adobe house dating back to the 1800s can be seen on the property, and five acres of historic gardens and barnyards.
Guests of the ranch will see Spanish, Native American, and Mexican cultures and designs. Leadbetter Beach is one of the busiest beaches in town and is just a stone’s throw away from Long Beach City College.
Golfers will enjoy spending their time at the Skylinks Golf Course. The fairways are well maintained. There is also a pond that will add to the challenge of playing 18 holes. Another option is the Bixby Village Golf Course, a 9-hole executive length golf course.
Room Tariffs
- Inside staterooms with twin beds start at $81.75
- Standard rooms with 1 full-size bed start at $81.75
- Deluxe staterooms with 2 twin beds start at $89.75
- Family staterooms king and twin beds start at$119.25
- Full suites start at $269.65