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Celebrity Constellation vs Celebrity Solstice

The verdict

Which should you choose?

Celebrity Constellation is a large Celebrity Cruises ship carrying 2,038 passengers, in service since 2002. Celebrity Solstice is a large Celebrity Cruises ship carrying 2,850 passengers, in service since 2008.

Choose Celebrity Constellation if you want a better-rated spa and gym: it outscores Celebrity Solstice for spa & fitness (10.0 vs 8.5) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.

Choose Celebrity Solstice if you want a more active cruise, a newer ship or better-rated staterooms: it outscores Celebrity Constellation for active (7.0 vs 5.0) and staterooms (9.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its maiden voyage was in 2008 (vs 2002).

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Specifications

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Celebrity ConstellationCelebrity Solstice
Cruise line Celebrity Cruises Celebrity Cruises
Ship size Large Large
Maiden voyagenewer highlighted 2002 2008 (better)
Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted 2012 2021 (better)
Gross tonnage 91,000 122,000
Passengers 2,038 2,850
Crew 999 1,500
Passengers per crew memberfewer is better 2.0 1.9 (better)
Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier 44.7 (better) 42.8
Decks 11 19
Length 965 ft 1,041 ft
Beam 106 ft 121 ft
Speed 28 mph 28 mph
Cruiseable ratingout of 10 8 / 10 8 / 10
Cruises on sale 46 47
Upcoming sailings 84 71
Cruise lengths 4–16 nights 4–18 nights
Fares fromlower highlighted $522 (better) $619

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 3 of the ten, Celebrity Solstice on 4, with 3 level.

  • Active Celebrity Constellation: 5.0 Celebrity Solstice: 7.0
  • Adventure & nature Celebrity Constellation: 6.5 Celebrity Solstice: 6.0
  • Cultural Celebrity Constellation: 8.0 Celebrity Solstice: 8.0
  • Dining Celebrity Constellation: 7.1 Celebrity Solstice: 7.5
  • Entertainment Celebrity Constellation: 7.4 Celebrity Solstice: 7.8
  • Family friendly Celebrity Constellation: 7.7 Celebrity Solstice: 7.5
  • Party Celebrity Constellation: 4.0 Celebrity Solstice: 4.0
  • Romantic Celebrity Constellation: 8.0 Celebrity Solstice: 8.0
  • Spa & fitness Celebrity Constellation: 10.0 Celebrity Solstice: 8.5
  • Staterooms Celebrity Constellation: 8.0 Celebrity Solstice: 9.0

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.

Celebrity Cruises

Celebrity Solstice

Celebrity Solstice is the Solstice-class namesake vessel from Celebrity Cruises. When it debuted in 2008, the ship delivered several firsts at sea. Among these new innovations was the Lawn Club, an open-air deck with real grass and plants offering a tranquil place to relax while at sea.

Highlights

  • The Martini Bar, near the Atrium, is the perfect pre-dinner or after-dinner spot for drinks.
  • Celebrity Life activities include a variety of fun and engaging events throughout the day.
  • The new glass blowing classes in conjunction with Hollywood Hot Glass let you create your own personal souvenir.
  • Get your country club on at the Lawn Club.

Sailing now

47 cruises on sale, from $619.

Questions

Celebrity Constellation or Celebrity Solstice?

Which is bigger, Celebrity Constellation or Celebrity Solstice?

Celebrity Solstice is bigger at 122,000 gross tons, against 91,000 gross tons for Celebrity Constellation. Celebrity Constellation carries 2,038 passengers and Celebrity Solstice carries 2,850.

Which ship is newer, Celebrity Constellation or Celebrity Solstice?

Celebrity Solstice is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2008 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 Solstice. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.

Which has more crew per passenger?

Celebrity Solstice, with one crew member for every 1.9 passengers against one for every 2.0 on Celebrity Constellation.

Which is better for families?

Celebrity Constellation scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 7.7 out of 10, against 7.5 for Celebrity Solstice.

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