Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Eclipse
- Cruises
- 52
- From
- $444
Ship comparison
Celebrity Eclipse vs Celebrity Solstice
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Solstice
- Cruises
- 58
- From
- $619
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Celebrity Eclipse is a large Celebrity Cruises ship carrying 2,850 passengers, in service since 2010. Celebrity Solstice is a large Celebrity Cruises ship carrying 2,850 passengers, in service since 2008.
Choose Celebrity Eclipse if you want more of a party or a lower starting fare: it outscores Celebrity Solstice for party (5.5 vs 4.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $444 (vs $619).
Choose Celebrity Solstice if you want more adventure and nature, a more active cruise or more crew per passenger: it outscores Celebrity Eclipse for adventure & nature (6.0 vs 3.0) and active (7.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and it has a crew member for every 1.9 passengers (vs 2.4).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Celebrity Eclipse | Celebrity Solstice | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Celebrity Cruises | Celebrity Cruises |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2010 (better) | 2008 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2021 | 2021 |
| Gross tonnage | 122,000 | 122,000 |
| Passengers | 2,850 | 2,850 |
| 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 | 42.8 |
| Decks | 17 | 19 |
| Length | 1,041 ft | 1,041 ft |
| Beam | 120 ft | 121 ft |
| Speed | 28 mph | 28 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 (better) | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 52 | 58 |
| Upcoming sailings | 70 | 82 |
| Cruise lengths | 5 to 16 nights | 4 to 18 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $444 (better) | $619 |
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 4 of the ten, Celebrity Solstice on 3, with 3 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 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
58 cruises on sale, from $619.
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Questions
Celebrity Eclipse or Celebrity Solstice?
Which is bigger, Celebrity Eclipse or Celebrity Solstice?
They are the same size, 122,000 gross tons each. Celebrity Eclipse carries 2,850 passengers and Celebrity Solstice carries 2,850.
Which ship is newer, Celebrity Eclipse or Celebrity Solstice?
Celebrity Eclipse is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2010 against 2008 for Celebrity Solstice.
Which has more space per passenger?
They are level at 42.8 gross tons per passenger.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Celebrity Solstice, 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 7.5 for Celebrity Solstice.
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