Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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across 5 categories
Size
Based on gross tonnage and length
Capacity
Based on passengers and crew
Modernity
Based on year built
Service
Based on passenger-to-crew ratio (lower is better)
Spaciousness
Based on gross tonnage per passenger (higher is better)
Adventure of the Seas
Star of the Seas
Gross Tonnage
Adventure of the Seas
137,276 GT
Star of the Seas
250,800 GT
Length
Adventure of the Seas
311 m
Star of the Seas
365 m
Beam
Adventure of the Seas
48 m
Star of the Seas
65 m
Passengers
Adventure of the Seas
3,114
Star of the Seas
7,600
Crew
Adventure of the Seas
1,185
Star of the Seas
2,350
Decks
Adventure of the Seas
—
Star of the Seas
—
Year Built
Adventure of the Seas
2,001
Star of the Seas
2,025
Space Ratio
Adventure of the Seas
44.1 GT/pax
Star of the Seas
33.0 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Adventure of the Seas
2.63 :1
Star of the Seas
3.23 :1
| Specification | Adventure of the Seas | Star of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Royal Caribbean International | Royal Caribbean International |
| Class | Voyager Class | Icon Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,001 | 2,025Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 137,276 GT | 250,800 GTWinner |
| Length | 311 m | 365 mWinner |
| Beam | 48 m | 65 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 3,114 | 7,600Winner |
| Crew | 1,185 | 2,350Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 44.1 GT/paxWinner | 33.0 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.63:1Winner | 3.23:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Kvaerner Masa-Yards | Meyer Turku |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9168705 | 9916901 |
Star of the Seas is the significantly larger vessel at 250,800 GT — 83% more than Adventure of the Seas's 137,276 GT. Adventure of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 44.1 GT per passenger versus 33.0. Built in 2025, Star of the Seas is 24 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Star of the Seas |
| Capacity | Star of the Seas |
| Modernity | Star of the Seas |
| Service | Adventure of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Adventure of the Seas |
Bottom line: Star of the Seas wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Adventure of the Seas
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 3,114-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
3,114 passengers means tons of activities
44 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Star of the Seas
Large 7,600-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
7,600 passengers means tons of activities
Built in 2025 with modern facilities — great for a first cruise
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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| Draft | 9.2 m | 9.3 mWinner |
| Decks | — | — |
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