Holland America Line
Eurodam
- Cruises
- 59
- From
- $139
Ship comparison
Eurodam vs Westerdam
Holland America Line
Westerdam
- Cruises
- 36
- From
- $769
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Eurodam is a large Holland America Line ship carrying 2,104 passengers, in service since 2008. Westerdam is a large Holland America Line ship carrying 1,916 passengers, in service since 2004.
Choose Eurodam if you want a lower starting fare: its cruises start from $139 (vs $769).
Westerdam does not lead by a clear margin on any measure we track, so pick it for its itinerary or its dates.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Eurodam | Westerdam | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Holland America Line | Holland America Line |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2008 (better) | 2004 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | — | 2017 |
| Gross tonnage | 86,273 | 82,348 |
| Passengers | 2,104 | 1,916 |
| Crew | 929 | 817 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.3 | 2.3 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 41.0 | 43.0 (better) |
| Decks | 11 | 11 |
| Length | 936 ft | 936 ft |
| Beam | 106 ft | 106 ft |
| Speed | 28 mph | 25 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 59 | 36 |
| Upcoming sailings | 107 | 77 |
| Cruise lengths | 1 to 22 nights | 7 to 49 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $139 (better) | $769 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Eurodam leads on 5 of the ten, Westerdam on 0, with 5 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Holland America Line
Eurodam
Continually ranking No. 1 among Holland America Line's ships based on passenger ratings, ms Eurodam offers travelers a stylish, sophisticated blend of the old and the new.
Highlights
- The chefs do an excellent job in all seven of the ship’s restaurants.
- The nightly entertainment is good, ranging from comedy to classical music.
- Room service at any time is included in your fare — great for a lazy morning at sea.
- Elevators are fast and efficient, making it easy to move about the ship.
Sailing now
59 cruises on sale, from $139.
Holland America Line
Westerdam
The ms Westerdam is the third in Holland America Line's series of Vista class ships. As such, it embraces the latest industry and environmental technologies such as its use of a diesel-electric power plant for optimal energy efficiency and an Azipod propulsion system. Most staterooms have ocean views and many have private verandas.
Highlights
- Andy Warhol, Dutch classics and pre-Columbian and Ecuadorian art dazzle the senses on board.
- Learn to cook or pick up some new techniques at America's Culinary Arts Center Program
Sailing now
36 cruises on sale, from $769.
Questions
Eurodam or Westerdam?
Which is bigger, Eurodam or Westerdam?
Eurodam is bigger at 86,273 gross tons, against 82,348 gross tons for Westerdam. Eurodam carries 2,104 passengers and Westerdam carries 1,916.
Which ship is newer, Eurodam or Westerdam?
Eurodam is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2008 against 2004 for Westerdam.
Which has more space per passenger?
Westerdam, with 43.0 gross tons per passenger against 41.0 on Eurodam. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 2.3 passengers.
Which is better for families?
Eurodam scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 6.2 out of 10, against 6.0 for Westerdam.
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