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Grandeur of the Seas

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Sail on the now even grander Grandeur of the Seas! Experience all-new, day-to-night innovations designed to accommodate every cruise passenger's taste. Relax in new and remodeled staterooms. Watch family-friendly movies on the 220-square foot poolside outdoor…

  • 1,950guests
  • 73,817gross tons
  • 27cruises now
  • $472fares from

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At a glance

Grandeur of the Seas is a large-size cruise ship operated by Royal Caribbean, in service since 1996. It carries 1,950 guests and 760 crew (2.6 guests per crew member) at 73,817 gross tons. It is the 29th largest of 29 Royal Caribbean ships by guest capacity. On Cruiseable's Bliss scale it scores highest for family friendly and spa & fitness (8/10) and lowest for adventure & nature (4/10). It is rated 3 out of 5 by Cruiseable, 3.5 out of 5 by Berlitz and 4 out of 5 by Cruise Critic. It has 27 cruises on sale, with lead fares from $472 to $1,694. 4 of its upcoming sailings dropped in price since the previous weekly fare check.

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Specs

Cruiseable
3 / 5
Berlitz
3.5 / 5
Cruise Critic
4 / 5
Guests
1,950
Crew
760
Gross tons
73,817
Decks
11
Length
916 ft
Beam
118 ft
Maiden voyage
1996
Launched
1996
Refurbished
2012
Space ratio
2.6
Gross tons per guest
Guests per crew
2.6
Speed mph
25
IMO
9102978

Bliss scores

What Grandeur of the Seas is best at

Ten dimensions scored by our editors on a 10-point scale. The Cruiseable app ranks every cruise against the mix you care about.

  1. Active 7.0
  2. Adventure and nature 4.0
  3. Cultural 6.0
  4. Dining 6.5
  5. Entertainment 7.5
  6. Family friendly 8.0
  7. Party 6.0
  8. Romantic 5.0
  9. Spa and fitness 8.0
  10. Staterooms 6.5

Our review

Grandeur of the Seas: Family-friendly options make it a fan favorite

Sail on Grandeur of the Seas to experience day-to-night innovations designed to accommodate every cruise passenger's taste. Relax in new and remodeled staterooms. Watch family-friendly movies on the 220-square-foot poolside outdoor screen. Dine in recently added specialty restaurants like Izumi for pan-Asian fare, the signature Chops Grille steakhouse and the family-style Italian trattoria, Giovanni's Table.

When the sun goes down, enjoy the mesmerizing aerial acrobatics of the new Centrum experience. Then stop by R Bar, a chic throwback to the 1960s offering traditional and modern cocktails.

Who will like sailing on Grandeur of the Seas

Those looking for something new will appreciate the enhancements to Grandeur of the Seas' onboard experience. Its activities will appeal to a wide range of cruise passengers, making it an ideal cruise ship for friends and families interested in different experiences. The dining spots make the perfect place to meet up to discuss the day's events.

Where Grandeur of the Seas sails

Grandeur of the Seas offers a variety of cruises ranging from 4- and 5-night jaunts to the Western Caribbean (Cozumel, Key West, Labadee) and longer 7- to 9-night voyages to the Southern Caribbean. 

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Top dining options

  • Main Dining Room: features complimentary, multicourse dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Giovanni’s Table: an Italian restaurant, available for lunch and dinner
  • Chops Grille: a steakhouse that also requires a cover charge
  • Viking Crown Lounge:features bite-sized portions of classic dishes
  • Chef’s Table: provides an intimate dining experience with the onboard chef
  • Izumi: Asian-fusion cuisine, featuring a la carte sushi selections
  • Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream: offers a variety of ice cream flavors and toppings for an additional charge
  • More complimentary options including Windjammer Cafe, Solarium Cafe and Park Cafe for sandwiches and snacks
  • Room service: Late-night service charge applies to room service orders between midnight and 5:00 am

Rest & relaxation

  • Vitality Spa with extensive treatment menu
  • State-of-the-art fitness center, with classes ranging from aerobics to kickboxing to yoga
  • Two pools including the Solarium, an adults-only retreat
  • Four whirlpools
  • Stateroom amenities such as flat-screen televisions, new bathrooms and completely remodeled interiors, including new linens and furniture
  • Poolside, outdoor movie screen
  • Concierge Club and Diamond Lounge
Pop into the R Bar aboard Grandeur of the Seas for a drink or lively conversation while soaking up its chic 1960s atmosphere.
Pop into the R Bar aboard Grandeur of the Seas for a drink or lively conversation while soaking up its chic 1960s atmosphere. Michel Verdure / Courtesy of Royal Caribbean International

Entertainment & shopping

  • Complimentary Broadway-style entertainment in the Main Theater
  • 6,843-square-foot Vegas-style Casino Royale with 190 slots and 11 tables
  • Eight bars and lounges that never have a cover, including the South Pacific Lounge and the Champagne Bar
  • Duty-free shopping at the Boutiques of Centrum, featuring name-brand jewelry, perfumes, apparel and more
  • R Bar, featuring a sophisticated 1960s vibe, complete with iconic furnishing and signature cocktails created by a savvy and personable mixologist
  • Chic and sophisticated Centrum experience with enriching daytime activities, nightly entertainment and  aerial spectacles

Action & adventure

  • Rock-climbing wall
  • Upper-deck jogging track
  • Video game arcade

Kids & families

  • Complimentary Adventure Ocean Youth Program
  • Royal Babies and Royal Tots programming featuring specially designed Fisher Price activities
  • Expanded teen-only hangout areas
  • Family-friendly activities including games, contests, enrichment classes and lectures
  • Royal Babies & Tots Nursery

Staterooms

Staterooms are put into different categories based on size and amenities as well as the location on the cruise ship. All staterooms have closed-circuit TV, a radio, hairdryer, vanity area and bathroom with a shower. All lower beds are convertible to a queen. Suites have a large sitting area, private balcony and a full bath with a tub.

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On board highlights

Dining

Where to eat on Grandeur of the Seas

  • Izumi
    Izumi Japanese · Lunch & dinner
    Additional cost
  • Giovanni's Table
    Giovanni's Table Italian · Lunch & dinner
    Additional cost
  • Main Dining Room
    Main Dining Room Continental · Breakfast, lunch & dinner
    No additional cost

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Inside and out

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  • Fun along the beach during a shore excursion in the tropics on a Royal Caribbean cruise.
    Fun along the beach during a shore excursion in the tropics on a Royal Caribbean cruise.
  • Daughter and dad take a rollercoaster ride in Labadee, Royal Caribbean's private beach resort on Haiti's north coast.
    Daughter and dad take a rollercoaster ride in Labadee, Royal Caribbean's private beach resort on Haiti's north coast.
  • Cavort in the surf when your Royal Caribbean cruise takes you to Labadee, its 260-acre private beach resort on Haiti's north coast.
    Cavort in the surf when your Royal Caribbean cruise takes you to Labadee, its 260-acre private beach resort on Haiti's north coast.
  • An aerial view of Labadee, Haiti, Royal Caribbean's 260-acre private beach playground on Haiti's north coast.
    An aerial view of Labadee, Haiti, Royal Caribbean's 260-acre private beach playground on Haiti's north coast.
  • Water sports, snorkeling, kayaking and parasailing are all part of the action at Labadee, Royal Caribbean's 260-acre private beach resort on the north coast of Haiti.
    Water sports, snorkeling, kayaking and parasailing are all part of the action at Labadee, Royal Caribbean's 260-acre private beach resort on the north coast of Haiti.
  • Water sports, swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and parasailing are all part of the action at Labadee, Royal Caribbean's 260-acre private beach resort on the north coast of Haiti.
    Water sports, swimming, snorkeling, kayaking and parasailing are all part of the action at Labadee, Royal Caribbean's 260-acre private beach resort on the north coast of Haiti.
  • Walk along the white beaches and turquoise lagoons of CocoCay in the Bahamas. The east end of the private island is where the recreational activities take place, with beaches facing a coral basin where you can see rays, tropical fish and occasional manatees.
    Walk along the white beaches and turquoise lagoons of CocoCay in the Bahamas. The east end of the private island is where the recreational activities take place, with beaches facing a coral basin where you can see rays, tropical fish and occasional manatees.
  • An aerial view of CocoCay in the Bahamas, a private island reserved just for cruise ship guests and run by Royal Caribbean.
    An aerial view of CocoCay in the Bahamas, a private island reserved just for cruise ship guests and run by Royal Caribbean.
  • CocoCay in the Bahamas is less than than a mile wide and less than 200 yards from north to south. The 140-acre tropical retreat was awarded a Gold-Level Eco-Certification by Sustainable Travel International for its environmentally friendly activities and tours.
    CocoCay in the Bahamas is less than than a mile wide and less than 200 yards from north to south. The 140-acre tropical retreat was awarded a Gold-Level Eco-Certification by Sustainable Travel International for its environmentally friendly activities and tours.
  • Explore new aquatic facilities, nature trails and places where you can just kick back, relax and enjoy a tropical drink at CocoCay.
    Explore new aquatic facilities, nature trails and places where you can just kick back, relax and enjoy a tropical drink at CocoCay.
  • Take a jetski out for your own private tour of CocoCay in the Bahamas.
    Take a jetski out for your own private tour of CocoCay in the Bahamas.
  • Relax on a floating mat with your sweetie during a day trip to CocoCay in the Bahamas.
    Relax on a floating mat with your sweetie during a day trip to CocoCay in the Bahamas.

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  • Colorful, cool chilled soup provides a refreshing lift-me-up during a Royal Caribbean cruise.
    Colorful, cool chilled soup provides a refreshing lift-me-up during a Royal Caribbean cruise.
  • Pan Seared Sea Scallops and Chorizo, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
    Pan Seared Sea Scallops and Chorizo, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
  • Sky High Lemon Meringue Pie, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
    Sky High Lemon Meringue Pie, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
  • Potato Leek and Spinach Tower, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
    Potato Leek and Spinach Tower, available from the kitchen of your Royal Caribbean ship.
  • Fish and Tomato Chowder, a popular soup on Royal Caribbean voyages.
    Fish and Tomato Chowder, a popular soup on Royal Caribbean voyages.
  • Caramel apple pie à la mode, a worthy dessert to top off your day on a Royal Caribbean sailing.
    Caramel apple pie à la mode, a worthy dessert to top off your day on a Royal Caribbean sailing.
  • The complimentary Park Cafe aboard Grandeur of the Seas is a cozy deli-style restaurant with views of the passing landscape.
    The complimentary Park Cafe aboard Grandeur of the Seas is a cozy deli-style restaurant with views of the passing landscape.
  • Pair your dinner and fine wine and ocean views at Chops Grille, an American steakhouse on Grandeur of the Seas.
    Pair your dinner and fine wine and ocean views at Chops Grille, an American steakhouse on Grandeur of the Seas.
  • An entrée at Chops Grille aboard Grandeur of the Seas.
    An entrée at Chops Grille aboard Grandeur of the Seas.
  • An appetizer plate at Gionanni's Table aboard Grandeur of the Seas.
    An appetizer plate at Gionanni's Table aboard Grandeur of the Seas.
  • Dine in luxury in Grandeur of the Seas' two-level Great Gatsby dining room.
    Dine in luxury in Grandeur of the Seas' two-level Great Gatsby dining room.
  • Head to Izumi, the Japanese restaurant on Grandeur of the Seas, for hand-rolled sushi.
    Head to Izumi, the Japanese restaurant on Grandeur of the Seas, for hand-rolled sushi.

On board 7

  • You'll find a wide selection of traditional and modern cocktails at the R Bar on Grandeur of the Seas.
    You'll find a wide selection of traditional and modern cocktails at the R Bar on Grandeur of the Seas.
  • There's plenty of family fun in the sun at Grandeur of the Seas' main swimming pool.
    There's plenty of family fun in the sun at Grandeur of the Seas' main swimming pool.
  • Try your luck at Casino Royale's games of chance, on deck 5 of Grandeur of the Seas.
    Try your luck at Casino Royale's games of chance, on deck 5 of Grandeur of the Seas.
  • Access to Grandeur of the Seas' Diamond Club is reserved for Diamond-and-above level Crown & Anchor Society members.
    Access to Grandeur of the Seas' Diamond Club is reserved for Diamond-and-above level Crown & Anchor Society members.
  • The Royal Babies & Tots Nursery, Grandeur of the Seas' child care for kids ages 6 to 36 months, is open from morning to midnight.
    The Royal Babies & Tots Nursery, Grandeur of the Seas' child care for kids ages 6 to 36 months, is open from morning to midnight.
  • In the evening, the Viking Crown Lounge, at the top of Grandeur of the Seas, transforms from a quiet observation point to a lively adults-only nightclub.
    In the evening, the Viking Crown Lounge, at the top of Grandeur of the Seas, transforms from a quiet observation point to a lively adults-only nightclub.
  • Care for a chocolate-covered strawberry during your Royal Caribbean cruise?
    Care for a chocolate-covered strawberry during your Royal Caribbean cruise?

Ship exteriors 1

  • Grandeur of the Seas and Explorer of the Seas get cozy. The Royal Caribbean ships appeal to a wide range of cruise passengers.
    Grandeur of the Seas and Explorer of the Seas get cozy. The Royal Caribbean ships appeal to a wide range of cruise passengers.

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  • Book a romantic Caribbean cruise on Grandeur of the Seas.
    Book a romantic Caribbean cruise on Grandeur of the Seas.
  • The hub of Grandeur of the Seas is the Centrum, a sweeping six-story atrium.
    The hub of Grandeur of the Seas is the Centrum, a sweeping six-story atrium.
  • Entertainment at Grandeur of the Seas' Centrum features spectacular aerial shows.
    Entertainment at Grandeur of the Seas' Centrum features spectacular aerial shows.
  • A dazzling aerial show at Grandeur of the Seas' seven-deck-high Centrum.
    A dazzling aerial show at Grandeur of the Seas' seven-deck-high Centrum.
  • Take a jetski out for a spin when your Royal Caribbean sailing takes you to Labadee, its 260-acre private beach resort on Haiti's north coast.
    Take a jetski out for a spin when your Royal Caribbean sailing takes you to Labadee, its 260-acre private beach resort on Haiti's north coast.
  • You can rent out a private cabana on the beach during your day trip to CocoCay in the Bahamas
    You can rent out a private cabana on the beach during your day trip to CocoCay in the Bahamas
  • Grab your snorkeling gear and head out to the pristine waters off CocoCay in the Bahamas on a Royal Caribbean cruise.
    Grab your snorkeling gear and head out to the pristine waters off CocoCay in the Bahamas on a Royal Caribbean cruise.
  • Pop into the R Bar aboard Grandeur of the Seas for a drink or lively conversation while soaking up its chic 1960s atmosphere.
    Pop into the R Bar aboard Grandeur of the Seas for a drink or lively conversation while soaking up its chic 1960s atmosphere.
  • Grandeur of the Seas' adults-only Solarium includes a pool, two whirlpools, a bar and sliding glass roof.
    Grandeur of the Seas' adults-only Solarium includes a pool, two whirlpools, a bar and sliding glass roof.
  • Grandeur of the Seas off the coast of Villefranche-sur-Mer, France. The ship now sails to the Caribbean.
    Grandeur of the Seas off the coast of Villefranche-sur-Mer, France. The ship now sails to the Caribbean.
  • The Palladium, Grandeur of the Seas' main theater, features nightly entertainment, including contemporary musical stage productions.
    The Palladium, Grandeur of the Seas' main theater, features nightly entertainment, including contemporary musical stage productions.
  • You can explore CocoCay, an eco-certified private destination in the Bahamas, through eco-tours, guided nature walks, leisurely kayaking and snorkeling. The secluded island has no restaurants or shops — but lots of shady hammocks.
    You can explore CocoCay, an eco-certified private destination in the Bahamas, through eco-tours, guided nature walks, leisurely kayaking and snorkeling. The secluded island has no restaurants or shops — but lots of shady hammocks.

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