Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Constellation
- Cruises
- 46
- From
- $522
Ship comparison
Celebrity Constellation vs Celebrity Equinox
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Equinox
- Cruises
- 45
- From
- $949
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Celebrity Constellation is a large Celebrity Cruises ship carrying 2,038 passengers, in service since 2002. Celebrity Equinox is a large Celebrity Cruises ship carrying 2,852 passengers, in service since 2009.
Choose Celebrity Constellation if you want a lower starting fare or a better-rated spa and gym: it outscores Celebrity Equinox for spa & fitness (10.0 vs 9.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $522 (vs $949).
Choose Celebrity Equinox if you want better-rated dining, a newer ship or a more active cruise: it outscores Celebrity Constellation for dining (10.0 vs 7.1) and active (6.0 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its maiden voyage was in 2009 (vs 2002).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Celebrity Constellation | Celebrity Equinox | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Celebrity Cruises | Celebrity Cruises |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2002 | 2009 (better) |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2012 | 2019 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 91,000 | 122,000 |
| Passengers | 2,038 | 2,852 |
| Crew | 999 | 1,250 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.0 (better) | 2.3 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 44.7 (better) | 42.8 |
| Decks | 11 | 14 |
| Length | 965 ft | 1,041 ft |
| Beam | 106 ft | 121 ft |
| Speed | 28 mph | 28 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 9 / 10 (better) |
| Cruises on sale | 46 | 45 |
| Upcoming sailings | 84 | 83 |
| Cruise lengths | 4–16 nights | 7–17 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $522 (better) | $949 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Celebrity Constellation leads on 4 of the ten, Celebrity Equinox on 4, with 2 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Constellation
Celebrity Constellation is a ship that appeals to upscale travelers looking for a hip and happening cruise experience.
Highlights
- Specialty dining options include Tuscan Grille, a grill experience at sea.
- Don't miss Cellar Masters, which offers you tastes of wines from around the world.
- Spend that day at the AquaSpa, enjoy the hydropool or get a massage.
- Be active. Use the basketball court, golf simulator or jogging track.
Sailing now
46 cruises on sale, from $522.
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Celebrity Equinox
The 2,852-guest Celebrity Equinox takes premium cruising to new heights with a mix of classic Celebrity Cruises amenities and flourishes tailor-made for this equisite ship. Our recent sailing on Equinox shows that there's no compromise when it comes to onboard experiences as cruising begins to emerge full-throttle from the pandemic.
Highlights
- Lawn Club
- Martini Bar
- Sky Observation Lounge
- Equinox Theater
Sailing now
45 cruises on sale, from $949.
Questions
Celebrity Constellation or Celebrity Equinox?
Which is bigger, Celebrity Constellation or Celebrity Equinox?
Celebrity Equinox is bigger at 122,000 gross tons, against 91,000 gross tons for Celebrity Constellation. Celebrity Constellation carries 2,038 passengers and Celebrity Equinox carries 2,852.
Which ship is newer, Celebrity Constellation or Celebrity Equinox?
Celebrity Equinox is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2009 against 2002 for Celebrity Constellation.
Which has more space per passenger?
Celebrity Constellation, with 44.7 gross tons per passenger against 42.8 on Celebrity Equinox. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Celebrity Constellation, with one crew member for every 2.0 passengers against one for every 2.3 on Celebrity Equinox.
Which is better for families?
Celebrity Constellation scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 7.7 out of 10, against 7.0 for Celebrity Equinox.
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