Royal Caribbean
Mariner of the Seas
- Cruises
- 56
- From
- $463
Ship comparison
Mariner of the Seas vs Navigator of the Seas
Royal Caribbean
Navigator of the Seas
- Cruises
- 27
- From
- $301
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Mariner of the Seas is a large Royal Caribbean ship carrying 3,114 passengers, in service since 2003. Navigator of the Seas is a large Royal Caribbean ship carrying 3,114 passengers, in service since 2002.
Choose Mariner of the Seas if you want more culture, a more romantic trip or better-rated staterooms: it outscores Navigator of the Seas for cultural (7.5 vs 4.0), romantic (7.0 vs 4.0) and staterooms (9.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Navigator of the Seas if you want a lower starting fare, a more active cruise or more of a party: it outscores Mariner of the Seas for active (8.0 vs 7.0) and party (6.0 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $301 (vs $463).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Mariner of the Seas | Navigator of the Seas | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Royal Caribbean | Royal Caribbean |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2003 (better) | 2002 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2018 | 2019 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 138,279 | 138,000 |
| Passengers | 3,114 | 3,114 |
| Crew | 1,185 | 1,185 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.6 | 2.6 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 44.4 (better) | 44.3 |
| Decks | 15 | 15 |
| Length | 1,020 ft | 1,020 ft |
| Beam | 157 ft | 157 ft |
| Speed | 28 mph | 25 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 10 / 10 (better) | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 56 | 27 |
| Upcoming sailings | 93 | 109 |
| Cruise lengths | 6 to 17 nights | 2 to 17 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $463 | $301 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Mariner of the Seas leads on 4 of the ten, Navigator of the Seas on 2, with 4 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Royal Caribbean
Mariner of the Seas
The newly amplified Mariner of the Seas from Royal Caribbean underwent a $120 million refurbishment in 2018 — and the enhancements remain eye-catching. Many of the renovations involve new features to attract families and younger cruisers.
Highlights
- Broadway-style entertainment in the Main Theater
- The Bamboo Room delivers top-notch Polynesian-inspired cocktails
- The Playmakers Sports Bar and Arcade serves up a wide selection of beers and pub favorites like chicken wings and nachos
- Spa treatments in the Vitality Spa
Sailing now
56 cruises on sale, from $463.
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Royal Caribbean
Navigator of the Seas
As the fourth ship in Royal Caribbean’s Voyager class, the 3,114-passenger Navigator of the Seas has plenty to offer. Refurbished in 2019, the ship features the longest waterslide at sea, a revamped pool area, new nightlife venues and updated dining options. The best way to enjoy this ship is to take advantage of the amenities.
Highlights
- Duty-free shopping on the Royal Promenade
- Recreational facilities such as the ice-skating rink and rock-climbing wall
- More than 100 treatments at Vitality Spa
- Solarium pool, an adults-only retreat
Sailing now
27 cruises on sale, from $301.
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Questions
Mariner of the Seas or Navigator of the Seas?
Which is bigger, Mariner of the Seas or Navigator of the Seas?
Mariner of the Seas is bigger at 138,279 gross tons, against 138,000 gross tons for Navigator of the Seas. Mariner of the Seas carries 3,114 passengers and Navigator of the Seas carries 3,114.
Which ship is newer, Mariner of the Seas or Navigator of the Seas?
Mariner of the Seas is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2003 against 2002 for Navigator of the Seas.
Which has more space per passenger?
Mariner of the Seas, with 44.4 gross tons per passenger against 44.3 on Navigator of the Seas. 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 2.6 passengers.
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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