Royal Princess

The Royal Princess: The Flagship of Modern Sophistication

As the groundbreaking flagship that launched Princess Cruises’ award-winning Royal Class, the Royal Princess represents a perfect marriage of grand maritime tradition and contemporary luxury. The stunning crown jewel of the ship is its expanded, European-style Piazza—a multi-story atrium humming with energy, classical musicians, and casual eateries beneath soaring glass architecture. Balancing "The Love Boat" heritage with the expectations of the modern traveler, the Royal Princess offers a sophisticated yet vibrant environment that feels open, elegant, and perfectly connected to the sea. Here is what guests can look forward to across the ship:

Pools & Relaxation: Sun and water are beautifully integrated on the Royal Princess. The main pool deck features an expansive open space divided by a dramatic, conversational fountain area that puts on choreographed water and light shows. For adults seeking a quiet escape from the main action, the Retreat Pool offers a serene, kid-free open-air oasis on the top deck. At the back of the ship, guests can gather at the Horizon Terrace, which features a peaceful seating layout and hot tubs that look out directly over the ship's wake.

Bars & Lounges: Socializing is completely effortless on the Royal Princess, with venues that cater to every evening mood. The bustling Piazza is home to Good Spirits at Sea, serving up artisan cocktails crafted from local ingredients found around the globe. For a cozy, maritime-inspired atmosphere, the Wheelhouse Bar offers a sophisticated spot for a classic glass of whiskey or a craft beer. If you prefer a high-energy nighttime vibe, Crooners Bar delivers a legendary 1960s piano-bar atmosphere complete with live sing-alongs and an extensive, expert martini menu.

Kids & Teens: Families are flawlessly accommodated through the Camp Discovery youth centers. Created in direct partnership with Discovery Channel™, these vibrant, age-specific clubs focus on engaging, interactive fun rather than standard babysitting. Younger kids can participate in science experiments, outdoor scavenger hunts, and theme nights at The Treehouse and The Lodge, while teenagers have their own private retreat at The Beach House—a trendy, surf-themed lounge perfect for video game tournaments, dance classes, and late-night social mixers.

Sports & Activities: For those who like to stay moving, the upper decks feature Princess Sports Central. This active complex includes a full-sized multi-purpose sports court configured for basketball, volleyball, and morning pickleball games. Guests can also practice their short game at The Greens miniature golf course, hit the outdoor jogging track, or challenge friends to a game of ping-pong. Indoors, the state-of-the-art fitness center offers floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows, ensuring your daily workout comes with sweeping views of the ocean horizon.

Shopping: The retail layout on the Royal Princess feels like a stroll through a luxury duty-free avenue. The Shops of Princess encircle the magnificent Piazza, offering tax-free and duty-free savings on fine jewelry, luxury watches, designer fragrances, high-end cosmetics, and exclusive Princess-branded resort wear. It is a beautiful, relaxed space to browse for a special keepsake during your sea days.

The Lotus Spa: The Lotus Spa on the Royal Princess is a multi-room sanctuary completely dedicated to health and rejuvenation. At its core is The Enclave, Princess’s premier thermal suite, which features a stunning hydrotherapy pool with cascading rain showers, heated stone beds, sensory mist showers, and aromatic steam rooms. From specialized deep-tissue massages to advanced medi-spa facial treatments, the spa is designed to entirely melt away the stresses of daily life.

Dining Delights: The dining on Royal Princess is an exceptional culinary journey with a massive array of complimentary and specialty options. The ship features three elegant Main Dining Rooms (Symphony, Allegro, and Concerto), offering a rotating menu of freshly prepared global cuisine alongside flexible dining choices. Guests can also indulge in award-winning Princess staples like the Crown Grill for premium aged steaks and seafood, Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria for authentic, rustic Italian dishes, and the Chef’s Table Lumiere—an ultra-exclusive, private dining experience where guests are enveloped in a curtain of light for a multi-course tasting menu.

Entertainment: The Royal Princess takes entertainment to a whole new level with high-production venues designed to keep you captivated. The grand Princess Theater features original, Broadway-style musical reviews with cutting-edge lighting and acoustics. For a completely different vibe, Princess Live! stands out as the industry’s first television-studio-style lounge at sea, hosting live daily game shows, interactive trivia, and comedy. At night, the pool deck transforms for the line’s famous Movies Under the Stars®, where you can lounge on plush chairs under a giant screen with warm blankets and fresh popcorn.

The Sanctuary: The Sanctuary on the Royal Princess is the ultimate adults-only, top-deck retreat. This premium, spa-like outdoor oasis is completely isolated from the main pools, offering an exclusive environment of total tranquility. Guests can relax on ultra-plush, oversized loungers or reserve private, deluxe Sanctuary Cabanas. Attended by dedicated Serenity Stewards who provide chilled towels, refreshing fruit smoothies, and a light-bite menu right to your seat, it stands out as the most peaceful, luxurious real estate on the ship.

Why Choose Royal Princess?

The Royal Princess is the perfect choice for travelers who love the sophisticated, destination-forward traditions of cruising but want the modern amenities of a large ship. Utilizing the signature, effortless MedallionClass® technology, this flagship offers an upscale, easy-to-navigate layout centered around phenomenal dining and world-class relaxation spaces without the exhausting, frantic environment of a standard mega-ship.

PROS:

  • Timeless Piazza Architecture: The expanded, multi-story Piazza acts as a stunning social anchor, offering a beautiful, central space for coffee, drinks, and live entertainment.

  • Flawless MedallionTech: From touchless stateroom entry to having a poolside cocktail or a late-night snack delivered right to you wherever you are on the ship, the onboard tech makes vacationing incredibly smooth.

  • Premium Adult Spaces: Between the kid-free Retreat Pool, the extensive Enclave thermal suite, and the exclusive Sanctuary, adults have top-tier options to relax away from the crowds.

  • The SeaWalk® Experience: This ship features a spectacular, dramatic glass-bottom walkway that extends 28 feet over the edge of the ship, letting you look down through the glass directly at the ocean 128 feet below.

The Princess Casino: Conveniently located just off the main Piazza, the Vegas-style Princess Casino offers a high-energy, sophisticated anchor to the ship's nightlife. Featuring hundreds of the newest slot machines, classic table games like blackjack, craps, and roulette, and regular guest tournaments, the casino provides a thrilling gaming experience for casual players and high rollers alike.

CONS:

  • No High-Adrenaline Thrills: Families looking for waterslides, ropes courses, or climbing walls will not find them here; the top-deck focus is entirely on classic pools, sun, and relaxation.

  • Upcharge Specialties: While the included dining in the three main rooms and buffet is excellent, many of the ship’s most celebrated culinary experiences (like the Crown Grill or the Chef’s Table) require an additional cover charge.

  • Large Ship Footprint: Carrying roughly 3,560 guests, the ship is large and can feel busy in high-traffic zones like the Horizon Court buffet during peak breakfast hours or the Piazza on formal nights.

Choosing Your Fare: Standard, Plus, or Premier

Princess Cruises offers three ways to book, allowing you to customize your experience based on how much you want to be "all-inclusive."

  • Princess Standard: This is the base fare and is perfect for the "no-frills" traveler. It includes your accommodations, dining in the main dining rooms and buffet, and onboard entertainment. Anything extra—like Wi-Fi, drinks, or gratuities—is paid for individually as you go.

  • Princess Plus: This is the most popular choice for many cruisers. For a daily flat fee, you get a massive boost in value. It includes the Plus Beverage Package (covering drinks up to $15), unlimited Wi-Fi for one device, daily crew appreciation (gratuities), and even two "casual" specialty dining meals and two fitness classes.

  • Princess Premier: If you want the ultimate "white-glove" experience, Premier is the way to go. It includes everything in the Plus package but upgrades you to the Premier Beverage Package (drinks up to $20), Wi-Fi for up to four devices, and—most importantly—unlimited specialty dining. You also get a photo package and reserved seating in the Princess Arena for shows.

Interested in cruising on the Royal Princess? Contact us to get a quote or fill out a quick Cruise Interest Form today!

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