Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Eclipse
- Cruises
- 52
- From
- $444
Ship comparison
Celebrity Eclipse vs Celebrity Silhouette
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Silhouette
- Cruises
- 28
- From
- $364
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Celebrity Eclipse is a large Celebrity Cruises ship carrying 2,850 passengers, in service since 2010. Celebrity Silhouette is a large Celebrity Cruises ship carrying 2,886 passengers, in service since 2011.
Choose Celebrity Eclipse if you want more of a party or a better-rated spa and gym: it outscores Celebrity Silhouette for party (5.5 vs 4.0) and spa & fitness (9.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Celebrity Silhouette if you want more crew per passenger or a lower starting fare: it has a crew member for every 1.9 passengers (vs 2.4) and its cruises start from $364 (vs $444).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Celebrity Eclipse | Celebrity Silhouette | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Celebrity Cruises | Celebrity Cruises |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2010 | 2011 (better) |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2021 (better) | 2015 |
| Gross tonnage | 122,000 | 122,400 |
| Passengers | 2,850 | 2,886 |
| Crew | 1,200 | 1,500 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.4 | 1.9 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 42.8 (better) | 42.4 |
| Decks | 17 | 16 |
| Length | 1,041 ft | 1,063 ft |
| Beam | 120 ft | 121 ft |
| Speed | 28 mph | 25 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 52 | 28 |
| Upcoming sailings | 70 | 67 |
| Cruise lengths | 5 to 16 nights | 4 to 13 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $444 | $364 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Celebrity Eclipse leads on 5 of the ten, Celebrity Silhouette on 1, with 4 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Eclipse
The 2,850-passenger Celebrity Eclipse from Celebrity Cruises has surprised even the most well-traveled cruisers with its sleek stylings and sophisticated yet relaxed environment. Like its sister ships Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Equinox, the ship showcases vistas with 85% of all staterooms having sweeping veranda views.
Highlights
- Celebrity iLounge, a hip Internet cafe with easy access to the Internet, inspiring classes and latest tech gadgets
- A country club atmosphere with fresh grass at the Lawn Club
- Lively entertainment in the Celebrity Central
Sailing now
52 cruises on sale, from $444.
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Silhouette
You have an outstanding option for cruising Europe and the Caribbean with Celebrity Silhouette from Celebrity Cruises. Highlights include the Lawn Club Grill, The Porch, The Alcoves, The Art Studio, The Hideaway and the overall cosmopolitan style that has become synonymous with the Solstice-class ships.
Highlights
- Celebrity's iconic Lawn Club
- Take a painting class with a Master Artist at The Art Studio
- Enjoy the flavorful joys of outdoor grilling at the interactive Lawn Club Grill
- Dine at Qsine where you order food and wine from an iPad menu
Sailing now
28 cruises on sale, from $364.
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Questions
Celebrity Eclipse or Celebrity Silhouette?
Which is bigger, Celebrity Eclipse or Celebrity Silhouette?
Celebrity Silhouette is bigger at 122,400 gross tons, against 122,000 gross tons for Celebrity Eclipse. Celebrity Eclipse carries 2,850 passengers and Celebrity Silhouette carries 2,886.
Which ship is newer, Celebrity Eclipse or Celebrity Silhouette?
Celebrity Silhouette is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2011 against 2010 for Celebrity Eclipse.
Which has more space per passenger?
Celebrity Eclipse, with 42.8 gross tons per passenger against 42.4 on Celebrity Silhouette. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Celebrity Silhouette, with one crew member for every 1.9 passengers against one for every 2.4 on Celebrity Eclipse.
Which is better for families?
Celebrity Eclipse scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 7.8 out of 10, against 7.0 for Celebrity Silhouette.
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