Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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)
Carnival Paradise
Seven Seas Mariner
Gross Tonnage
Carnival Paradise
70,367 GT
Seven Seas Mariner
48,075 GT
Length
Carnival Paradise
262 m
Seven Seas Mariner
216 m
Beam
Carnival Paradise
32 m
Seven Seas Mariner
29 m
Passengers
Carnival Paradise
2,052
Seven Seas Mariner
700
Crew
Carnival Paradise
920
Seven Seas Mariner
445
Decks
Carnival Paradise
—
Seven Seas Mariner
—
Year Built
Carnival Paradise
1,998
Seven Seas Mariner
2,001
Space Ratio
Carnival Paradise
34.3 GT/pax
Seven Seas Mariner
68.7 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Carnival Paradise
2.23 :1
Seven Seas Mariner
1.57 :1
| Specification | Carnival Paradise | Seven Seas Mariner |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Carnival Cruise Line | Regent Seven Seas Cruises |
| Class | Fantasy Class | Mariner Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 1,998 | 2,001Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 70,367 GTWinner | 48,075 GT |
| Length | 262 mWinner | 216 m |
| Beam | 32 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,052Winner | 700 |
| Crew | 920Winner | 445 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 34.3 GT/pax | 68.7 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.23:1 | 1.57:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Kvaerner Masa-Yards | Chantiers de l'Atlantique |
| Flag | Panama | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9070632 | 9210139 |
Carnival Paradise is the significantly larger vessel at 70,367 GT — 46% more than Seven Seas Mariner's 48,075 GT. Seven Seas Mariner offers more personal space with a space ratio of 68.7 GT per passenger versus 34.3. Built in 2001, Seven Seas Mariner is 3 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Carnival Paradise |
| Capacity | Carnival Paradise |
| Modernity | Seven Seas Mariner |
| Service | Seven Seas Mariner |
| Spaciousness | Seven Seas Mariner |
Bottom line: Seven Seas Mariner wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Carnival Paradise
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Seven Seas Mariner
69 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
1.6:1 passenger-crew ratio means exceptional service
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
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29 m |
| Draft | 8.1 mWinner | 7 m |
| Decks | — | — |
