Princess Cruises
Diamond Princess
- Cruises
- 116
- From
- $914
Ship comparison
Diamond Princess vs Grand Princess
Princess Cruises
Grand Princess
- Cruises
- 78
- From
- $175
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Diamond Princess is a large Princess Cruises ship carrying 2,670 passengers, in service since 2003. Grand Princess is a large Princess Cruises ship carrying 2,590 passengers, in service since 1998.
Choose Diamond Princess if you want a better-rated spa and gym or a newer ship: it outscores Grand Princess for spa & fitness (8.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its maiden voyage was in 2003 (vs 1998).
Choose Grand Princess if you want a lower starting fare, more culture or a more active cruise: it outscores Diamond Princess for cultural (8.0 vs 6.0) and active (7.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $175 (vs $914).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Diamond Princess | Grand Princess | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Princess Cruises | Princess Cruises |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2003 (better) | 1998 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2019 (better) | 2011 |
| Gross tonnage | 115,875 | 109,000 |
| Passengers | 2,670 | 2,590 |
| Crew | 1,238 | 1,100 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.2 (better) | 2.4 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 43.4 (better) | 42.1 |
| Decks | 13 | 17 |
| Length | 952 ft | 935 ft |
| Beam | 123 ft | 118 ft |
| Speed | 25 mph | 26 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 (better) | 7 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 116 | 78 |
| Upcoming sailings | 126 | 87 |
| Cruise lengths | 7–31 nights | 2–94 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $914 | $175 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Diamond Princess leads on 1 of the ten, Grand Princess on 4, with 5 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Princess Cruises
Diamond Princess
Diamond Princess from Princess Cruises is a true East-meets-West experience. A bit more subdued than most cruise ships, Diamond Princess is a blend of Asian culture, with women wearing kimonos on formal nights, and the Western carefree attitudes of Australians and New Zealanders.
Highlights
- Four pools
- Eight whirlpool spas
- Five main dining rooms
- Indulge in a hot stone massage at the renowned Lotus Spa
Sailing now
116 cruises on sale, from $914.
Princess Cruises
Grand Princess
Grand Princess continues to offer the signature service for which Princess Cruises is renowned. Along with Princess Cruises's signature features like Movies Under the Stars, the Italian-inspired Piazza and The Sanctuary, fresh venues onboard offer new ways to help you escape completely.
Highlights
- Age-appropriate options for kids and teens
- The Sanctuary, a relaxing oasis
- A variety of dining options, including Ultimate Balcony Dining
Sailing now
78 cruises on sale, from $175.
Questions
Diamond Princess or Grand Princess?
Which is bigger, Diamond Princess or Grand Princess?
Diamond Princess is bigger at 115,875 gross tons, against 109,000 gross tons for Grand Princess. Diamond Princess carries 2,670 passengers and Grand Princess carries 2,590.
Which ship is newer, Diamond Princess or Grand Princess?
Diamond Princess is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2003 against 1998 for Grand Princess.
Which has more space per passenger?
Diamond Princess, with 43.4 gross tons per passenger against 42.1 on Grand Princess. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Diamond Princess, with one crew member for every 2.2 passengers against one for every 2.4 on Grand Princess.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 8.0 out of 10.
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