Royal Caribbean
Adventure of the Seas
- Cruises
- 50
- From
- $299
Ship comparison
Adventure of the Seas vs Mariner of the Seas
Royal Caribbean
Mariner of the Seas
- Cruises
- 56
- From
- $463
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Adventure of the Seas is a large Royal Caribbean ship carrying 3,114 passengers, in service since 2001. Mariner of the Seas is a large Royal Caribbean ship carrying 3,114 passengers, in service since 2003.
Choose Adventure of the Seas if you want a lower starting fare or a more family-friendly ship: it outscores Mariner of the Seas for family friendly (9.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $299 (vs $463).
Choose Mariner of the Seas if you want more culture, a more active cruise or a more romantic trip: it outscores Adventure of the Seas for cultural (7.5 vs 3.0), active (7.0 vs 4.0) and romantic (7.0 vs 4.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Adventure of the Seas | Mariner of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2001 | 2003 (better) |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | — | 2018 |
| Gross tonnage | 142,000 | 138,279 |
| Passengers | 3,114 | 3,114 |
| Crew | 1,185 | 1,185 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.6 | 2.6 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 45.6 (better) | 44.4 |
| Decks | 15 | 15 |
| Length | 1,020 ft | 1,020 ft |
| Beam | 161 ft | 157 ft |
| Speed | 26 mph | 28 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 10 / 10 (better) |
| Cruises on sale | 50 | 56 |
| Upcoming sailings | 90 | 93 |
| Cruise lengths | 4 to 9 nights | 6 to 17 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $299 (better) | $463 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Adventure of the Seas leads on 3 of the ten, Mariner of the Seas on 5, with 2 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Royal Caribbean
Adventure of the Seas
Adventure of the Seas from Royal Caribbean is one of the largest cruise ships that call on some of the most desirable islands in the Southern Caribbean.
Highlights
- The Royal Promenade is the internal hub of the ship with different shopping venues, four themed bars and 24-hour snacks at the Café Promenade.
- The ship has one of the largest arcades at sea, a plus for families with active kids.
- Make sure to see the ice show in Studio B; it is definitely a must-do.
- Climb the rock wall 200 feet above the ocean.
Sailing now
50 cruises on sale, from $299.
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Royal Caribbean
Mariner of the Seas
The newly amplified Mariner of the Seas from Royal Caribbean underwent a $120 million refurbishment in 2018 — and the enhancements remain eye-catching. Many of the renovations involve new features to attract families and younger cruisers.
Highlights
- Broadway-style entertainment in the Main Theater
- The Bamboo Room delivers top-notch Polynesian-inspired cocktails
- The Playmakers Sports Bar and Arcade serves up a wide selection of beers and pub favorites like chicken wings and nachos
- Spa treatments in the Vitality Spa
Sailing now
56 cruises on sale, from $463.
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Questions
Adventure of the Seas or Mariner of the Seas?
Which is bigger, Adventure of the Seas or Mariner of the Seas?
Adventure of the Seas is bigger at 142,000 gross tons, against 138,279 gross tons for Mariner of the Seas. Adventure of the Seas carries 3,114 passengers and Mariner of the Seas carries 3,114.
Which ship is newer, Adventure of the Seas or Mariner of the Seas?
Mariner of the Seas is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2003 against 2001 for Adventure of the Seas.
Which has more space per passenger?
Adventure of the Seas, with 45.6 gross tons per passenger against 44.4 on Mariner of the Seas. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 2.6 passengers.
Which is better for families?
Adventure of the Seas scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 9.0 out of 10, against 8.0 for Mariner of the Seas.
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