Royal Caribbean International · Icon class

Star of the Seas

Name: Star of the Seas
Brand: Royal Caribbean International

11th by guest capacity in this reference fleet

Royal Caribbean International

Guests: 5,610
Gross tonnage: 249k GT
Built: 2025
Length: 1,196 ft

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≈7,960 peopleguests + crew — a small town, entirely at sea

1,196 ftlonger than the Eiffel Tower is tall (1,083 ft high)

5.4× Titanicby gross tonnage

20 decksa 20-story tower that floats

Official ship photography

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Public space aboard Star of the Seas. — Cheers to that! Vacationers can have a toast at Bubbles, the walk-up bar for bubbly in the heart of Central Park on Star of the Seas . It’s the spot to grab a glass of champagne or sparkling wine and mingle. Royal Caribbean International

On Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas , adventurers are in for the ultimate thrill at Category 6, the largest waterpark at sea. There’s something for every family member and vacationer across six waterslides, including family raft slides and mat-racing duos. Royal Caribbean International

AquaDome Market, Royal Caribbean’s Icon Class food hall, features five food stands, including three all-new concepts on Star of the Seas . Vacationers of all ages can fuel up with smoky pulled pork and beef brisket; South American staples like empanadas and arepas; Southeast Asian regional favorites from pad thai to beef panag; and more. Royal Caribbean International

Every type of vacationer can make memories their way on Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas , even when it comes to where they stay. The Ultimate Family Townhouse spans three levels of features for families, including an in-suite slide, wrap-around terrace, a private entrance to the Surfside neighborhood and more. Royal Caribbean International

Headlining the star-studded entertainment lineup on Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas is cult-classic hit “Back to the Future: The Musical.” Vacationers can take a blast to the… — Headlining the star-studded entertainment lineup on Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas is cult-classic hit “Back to the Future: The Musical.” Vacationers can take a blast to the past with classic rock hits played by the largest orchestra at sea, captivating choreography and special effects, and surprise Royal Caribbean twists. Royal Caribbean International

The adventure is next level on Star of the Seas , with Lost Dunes, a bold take on Royal Caribbean’s signature mini golf, where the whole family can play their way around a course… — The adventure is next level on Star of the Seas , with Lost Dunes, a bold take on Royal Caribbean’s signature mini golf, where the whole family can play their way around a course with a lost island theme of fallen palms, beached planes and ships, and more. Royal Caribbean International

Ship guide

Sailings & where it goes

Published routes, deployments and dated itinerary notes.

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Voyage length

4-day voyage

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What’s on board

Food, activities, entertainment, cabins and accessibility.

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Things to do

Highlights: Surfside
Category 6
AquaDome
Crown's Edge
Ultimate Family Townhouse

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Verified Verified — a reviewed claim with a dated source As of 2025-12-09 Star of the Seas — Royal Caribbean International Fast Facts

Amenities

Other amenities: 8 Neighborhoods
Absolute Zero
AquaTheater
Carousel
Casino Royale
Conference Center

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Fitness Center
FlowRider
Jogging Track
Laser Tag
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Bars and lounges: 1400 Lobby Bar
Boleros
Bubbles
Cantina Fresca
Dueling Pianos
Hideaway Bar
Lou's
Music Hall
Playmakers Sports Bar & Arcade
Rye & Bean
+8 more

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Verified Verified — a reviewed claim with a dated source As of 2025-12-09 Star of the Seas — Royal Caribbean International Fast Facts

Dining

Specialty: Celebration Table
Chef's Table
Chops Grille
Desserted
Giovanni's Italian Kitchen & Wine Bar
Hooked Seafood

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Izumi
Izumi in the Park
Lincoln Park Supper Club
Pier 7
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Complimentary: AquaDome Market
Basecamp
Coastal Kitchen
Dining Room
El Loco Fresh
Park Café
Pearl Café
Sorrento's
Sprinkles
Surfside Bites
+3 more

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Verified Verified — a reviewed claim with a dated source As of 2025-12-09 Star of the Seas — Royal Caribbean International Fast Facts

Youth programs

Programs and spaces: Adventure Ocean
Arcade
Baby Bay
Playscape
Social020
Splashaway Bay

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Verified Verified — a reviewed claim with a dated source As of 2025-12-09 Star of the Seas — Royal Caribbean International Fast Facts

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What’s changing

Debuts, construction milestones and time-sensitive updates.

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Entered service

Date: 2025-08-31
Basis: official maiden voyage
Status: in service

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Verified Verified — a reviewed claim with a dated source As of 2025-12-09 Star of the Seas — Royal Caribbean International Fast Facts

Status

new ship

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More about the ship

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Membership

Royal Caribbean fleet

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Status

new in the Royal Caribbean fleet

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Size ranking

world's largest cruise ship

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Numbers at a glance

Specifications

Double-occupancy capacity: 5,610
Maximum guests: 7,600
Space ratio · derived: 44.3 GT per guest
Gross tonnage: 248,663 GT
Length: 1,196 ft
Beam: 219 ft
Decks: 20
Crew: 2,350
Year built: 2025