$1,093/person$78/night
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Celebrity Ascent vs Celebrity Reflection
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Celebrity Ascent wins 6 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Celebrity Ascent
Celebrity Reflection
Size
140,600 GT
126,000 GT
Passengers
3,260
3,030
Year built
2023
2012
Crew ratio
2.5 guests per crew
2.4 guests per crew
Space ratio
43.1 GT per guest
41.6 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
327 m
319 m
From price
$1,092.7 pp
$452.91 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Celebrity Ascent is the larger vessel at 140,600 GT, 12% more than Celebrity Reflection's 126,000 GT. Built in 2023, Celebrity Ascent is 11 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Celebrity Ascent accommodates 230 more guests (3,260 vs 3,030), making it the larger resort-at-sea. Celebrity Reflection trades capacity for a more intimate atmosphere.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Celebrity Ascent |
| Capacity | Celebrity Ascent |
| Modernity | Celebrity Ascent |
| Service | Celebrity Reflection |
| Spaciousness | Celebrity Ascent |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Celebrity Ascent |
| Fleet Power | Celebrity Ascent |
Bottom line: Celebrity Ascent leads 6–1 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Celebrity Ascent for overall superiority; pick Celebrity Reflection if its strengths matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Celebrity Ascent if
- You want the newer ship (built 2023, 11 years newer)
- Size matters to you (140,600 GT)
- More onboard variety (3,260 guests)
- More space per guest (43.1 GT per guest)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Celebrity Ascent | Celebrity Reflection |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $1,092.7 pp | $452.91 pp |
| Per night | $78 pp | $113 pp |
| Departing | Oct 30 | Nov 2 |
| Duration | 14 nights | 4 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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Sailings
Upcoming Sailings
Upcoming Sailings on Celebrity Reflection
4 Night Key West & Perfect Day Cruise
Celebrity • Celebrity Reflection
Nov 2, 2026 · 4 nights
Caribbean
$453/person$113/night
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$480/person$160/night
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We score 8 categories from spec data: size, capacity, modernity, service, spaciousness, decks, length and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship. A category where either ship has no data is marked No data and left out of the score.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40, and mass-market ships often fall between 30 and 40.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
It is the number of guests for each crew member, shown as "3.0 guests per crew". Lower is better: more staff per guest usually means more attentive service. Luxury lines aim for fewer than 2 guests per crew, and large mainstream ships often carry 3 to 4.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices come from Cruisebound and are per person for the sailing shown. They change with cabin type, date and demand, so open the sailing to see the current fare.
Can I compare more than two ships?
Yes, up to four ships. Use the search tool on the compare hub page to add additional ships.
How current is the ship data?
Specifications come from our database of 380+ ships, and this page refreshes daily. An "Updated" date appears at the top when either ship's record changed in the last 30 days.
