Holland America Line
Westerdam
- Cruises
- 36
- From
- $769
Ship comparison
Westerdam vs Zuiderdam
Holland America Line
Zuiderdam
- Cruises
- 111
- From
- $429
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Westerdam is a large Holland America Line ship carrying 1,916 passengers, in service since 2004. Zuiderdam is a large Holland America Line ship carrying 1,916 passengers, in service since 2002.
Choose Zuiderdam if you want a lower starting fare or more cruises to choose from: its cruises start from $429 (vs $769) and it has 111 cruises on sale (vs 36).
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.
| Westerdam | Zuiderdam | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Holland America Line | Holland America Line |
| Ship size | Large | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2004 (better) | 2002 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | 2017 | 2017 |
| Gross tonnage | 82,348 | 82,305 |
| Passengers | 1,916 | 1,916 |
| Crew | 817 | 817 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.3 | 2.3 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 43.0 | 43.0 |
| Decks | 11 | 15 |
| Length | 936 ft | 936 ft |
| Beam | 106 ft | 105 ft |
| Speed | 25 mph | 28 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 (better) | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 36 | 111 |
| Upcoming sailings | 77 | 128 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 49 nights | 4 to 28 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $769 | $429 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Westerdam leads on 0 of the ten, Zuiderdam on 1, with 9 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
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.
Holland America Line
Zuiderdam
The first ship in Holland America's Vista class series, the ms Zuiderdam uses the latest industry and environmental technologies, such as her use of a diesel-electric power plant for optimal energy efficiency and an Azipod propulsion system.
Highlights
- The Waterford crystal seahorse greets visitors and introduces them to the art throughout the ship.
- The Lido Deck pool offers a retractable roof for colder days, along with a large polar bear statue to keep you company.
- The Greenhouse Spa offers a full hydrotherapy pool.
- Le Cirque at Pinnacle Grill brings the famous New York restaurant to life on the ship.
Sailing now
111 cruises on sale, from $429.
Questions
Westerdam or Zuiderdam?
Which is bigger, Westerdam or Zuiderdam?
Westerdam is bigger at 82,348 gross tons, against 82,305 gross tons for Zuiderdam. Westerdam carries 1,916 passengers and Zuiderdam carries 1,916.
Which ship is newer, Westerdam or Zuiderdam?
Westerdam is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2004 against 2002 for Zuiderdam.
Which has more space per passenger?
They are level at 43.0 gross tons per passenger.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 2.3 passengers.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 6.0 out of 10.
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